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
Drivalia, a Rome‑based mobility rental company, secured €48 million financing from the European Investment Bank to deploy about 2,900 electric vehicles in Italy and Finland, supporting its fleet electrification and EU climate goals.
Lithuanian startup Sigvi, an AI‑powered platform that lets independent fleet operators rent cars automatically, secured €1.2 million in pre‑seed funding led by Superhero Capital. The capital will be used to enhance its AI‑driven rental technology and grow its vehicle network, building on its recent launch in Poland where it manages over 200 cars.
Lilium, the German eVTOL startup that aimed to revolutionise regional air transport, ran out of cash after a €100 million state‑guaranteed loan collapsed and a €150 million investment never materialised. The company entered insolvency in October 2024, giving it three months to find new backers, but it ultimately could not, leading to the shutdown of its facilities and the scrapping of its jets.
Candela, a Swedish mobility startup focused on commercial public transport, appointed a new CEO and secured 320 million SEK in a recent large share issuance. While the latest figures show rising losses, the fresh capital is aimed at supporting the company’s expansion plans.