German startup FRYTE Mobility raised €3.5 million in a Seed round co‑led by 4impact capital and Rethink Ventures to build a software coordination layer for electric truck charging, aiming to connect logistics platforms with charge point operators across Europe.
Swedish electric‑aircraft startup Heart Aerospace achieved its first flight of an electric plane in the US, a milestone highlighted by Elon Musk’s public endorsement.
Wayve, a London‑based AI driving startup founded in 2018, partnered with Uber to offer supervised autonomous rides in London. Riders can request an UberX, Uber Electric or Uber Comfort and be matched with a Wayve‑powered electric Ford Mustang Mach‑E, with a licensed driver on board for safety. The launch marks the first autonomous trips available to the public in the UK and is part of a broader global rollout with Uber.
Chinese car brand OMODA unveiled its latest OMODA 4 vehicle at the VCT Champions Tour Europe final in Barcelona, showcasing a limited‑edition electric‑yellow design, hybrid powertrain, AI‑driven cockpit and gaming‑oriented infotainment. The launch was part of a partnership with the esports event and will be followed by an official European debut at the Paris Motor Show. The local distributor Genius Automotive Europe highlighted its role in bringing OMODA to Central and Eastern European markets.
Spanish startup TECO Mobility launches a platform that turns hospitality venues into private, sustainable mobility hubs by offering connected e‑bikes and a full suite of fleet‑management and ESG tools.
Waymo will begin testing its robotaxis in Munich in the coming weeks and aims to start a passenger‑free autonomous taxi service by late 2027, after securing permits with German authorities. The move follows the creation of subsidiaries in France, Spain, the Netherlands and Switzerland and precedes a planned public launch in London.
Bikewave Fleet offers a comprehensive platform for city governments to manage their internal bike fleets, helping them improve efficiency, cut expenses and track environmental benefits across Europe.
Swedish truck‑technology startup Einride published its first financial report, revealing a significant loss driven in part by expensive advisory fees.
The article highlights Omio’s role in guiding travelers to optimal dark‑sky locations in Italy for the Perseids and to top spots in Spain for the August 2026 total solar eclipse, using its multimodal booking platform to suggest routes and transport options.
A Dutch pilot lets e‑car drivers earn about 10% of their charging cost by using smart‑charging apps to shift charging to quieter periods on the grid, aiming to reduce peak load and improve grid utilization