Future mobility,
summarized.
An AI-curated digest of breakthroughs across EV, autonomous corridors, urban micro-mobility, aerospace integration, sustainable infrastructure and AI logistics — with source attribution.
Editor's weekly digest of the top 8 most-viewed mobility stories: connecting EV, autonomous, aerospace, urban and policy threads.
An Iowa transit operator launched a dashboard linking rural hospital appointments with ride services to reduce transportation barriers to healthcare access.
Rivian has laid off hundreds of employees in its service and customer divisions just days after launching its more affordable R2 vehicle.
Toyota plans to use software diagnostics rather than blanket engine replacements for recalled Tundra V6 models, frustrating owners expecting comprehensive hardware fixes.
Genesis's upcoming GV90 flagship electric SUV was photographed charging beside a Kia EV9, revealing significant size differences ahead of its imminent official debut.
Mercedes eliminates traditional music controls from the new CLA's steering wheel, pushing drivers toward voice commands or touchscreen interaction instead.
A South Carolina developer used AI to code an app that alerts drivers via push notifications when the Woods Memorial Bridge opens for boat traffic.
Waymo partners with fleet management giant Element to handle charging, maintenance, and operations as it scales its autonomous taxi service across new markets.
BYD is launching a detachable magnetic smart device that enables remote vehicle control, expanding the Chinese EV giant's ecosystem of connected accessories.
Rivian cuts under 2% of workforce in service and sales teams one week after R2 deliveries begin, prioritizing profitability over headcount.
Mobileye is preparing to launch its own U.S. robotaxi service, creating a potential conflict as both supplier and competitor to existing autonomous vehicle operators.
Rivian has laid off hundreds of employees as part of a restructuring aimed at profitability, despite recently launching R2 deliveries and delaying profit targets to fund autonomy.
Ford releases prototype testing footage of its upcoming $30,000 electric pickup truck, confirming the affordable EV is on track for dealership arrival in 2026.
Lucid's first mass-market EV, the Cosmos, emerges in patent filings targeting Tesla Model Y and Rivian R2 with a $50,000 price point and 2025 launch.
Los Angeles has deployed 125 speed safety cameras, making it California's largest automated speed enforcement program, with Verra Mobility targeting high-risk corridors.
Xiaomi's SU7 Ultra delivers 1,526 horsepower in a surprisingly approachable package, priced from $75,000—underlining China's rapid EV performance gains.
AI-powered asset management platforms are enabling cities to monitor fleet vehicles and equipment in real time, improving operational efficiency and maintenance planning.
SpaceX has officially gone public, with TechCrunch unpacking the IPO's winners, pre-listing deals, and key S-1 disclosures for investors and industry watchers.
Chevrolet has reintroduced three V8 engines with classic displacement numbers—350, 400, and 409 cubic inches—echoing legendary powerplants from muscle car history.
Chevrolet's 2027 Silverado debuts next-generation small-block V8 engines alongside updated styling, bucking industry electrification trends in the half-ton truck segment.
Genesis's flagship GV80 Coupe surpasses German rivals in luxury and refinement but trails BMW and Mercedes in driving dynamics and corner-carving capability.
Kia's PV5 electric van exceeds its EPA range estimate in real-world testing, achieving 260 miles on a single charge while demonstrating strong commercial viability.
Tesla's latest zero at-fault robotaxi crashes aren't a safety breakthrough—fleet data reveals the vehicles are simply barely operating a year into deployment.
Cash-strapped U.S. cities are turning to Energy Savings Performance Contracts to fund building upgrades, financing improvements through guaranteed future operational savings.
Drew Baglino, Tesla's former SVP of powertrain, is commercializing the residential heat pump Tesla abandoned when it pivoted toward robotics and autonomy.
Rivian partners with ChargeScape to give owners access to utility managed-charging programs, reducing home charging costs through grid-responsive incentives.
Audi's new A6 Allroad wagon arrives as a plug-in hybrid alternative to SUVs, offering nearly 60 miles of WLTP electric range from its sizable battery pack.
A startup has deployed an off-grid EV charging station in Barstow, California, offering lower prices than competitors without requiring utility grid infrastructure.
The United States has surpassed 250,000 public EV charging ports, combining both DC fast chargers and Level 2 stations across the nation.
Global electric vehicle sales hit 1.8 million units in May 2026, pushing year-to-date totals to 7.5 million as European markets accelerate adoption.
Telo secures a manufacturing partner for its compact electric truck's body structure, marking a critical step toward production of the urban-focused EV.