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PAVE Insight provides a single platform for benchmarking competitors, sizing markets, and forecasting adoption across fleet telematics and the connected vehicle ecosystem.

It connects evidence-based, analyst-verified telematics product intelligence with registration and parc baselines (vehicles newly registered and in operation), so analysis remains comparable across markets, competitors, and time.

Alongside data and forecasts, the platform includes expert-written insights and analysis - so teams can understand what market change means in practice, not just what the numbers say.

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Xpeng G9L to launch globally in Paris with Austrian production

Xpeng will launch its electric G9L SUV globally at the Paris Auto Show on 12 October 2026. European vehicles will be assembled at Magna Steyr’s plant in Austria, with electric and range-extender powertrains offered.

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CarNewsChina.com9/18/2026

TMC and SureCam launch privacy-focused video telematics for car fleets

TMC and SureCam have launched MilesSecure, combining on-demand dashcam video with automated business-mileage capture for company-car and grey-fleet operations. The system supports HMRC-ready reporting while deleting location data from journeys marked as private.

Connected servicesFleetJVsProduct launches
FleetPoint Telematics9/18/2026

CATL and DHL partner on electric-truck charging and battery swapping

CATL and DHL Group have signed an MoU to develop scalable charging, energy and battery-swapping solutions for electric freight across Europe, including green-corridor planning, OEM engagement and pilot projects.

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CarNewsChina.com9/18/2026

Battery Imaging Library opens 4.5TB dataset to researchers

The open-access Battery Imaging Library brings together more than 4.5TB of experimental data from 48 scientists across 18 institutions. Its battery imaging datasets support modelling, image-analysis development, training and research into battery structure and performance.

BatteriesR&D
Innovation News Network9/18/2026

Australian fleet survey highlights safety, customer and fuel pressures

A Geotab survey of 517 Australian fleet professionals found driver fatigue and safety were the leading concern, followed by customer expectations and fuel costs. The findings show fleet managers are balancing safety, service delivery, compliance and productivity.

Fleet
Fleet Auto News9/18/2026

Northern Highway intersection upgrade prompts Wallan road closures

Construction of the Northern Highway intersection upgrade in Wallan, Victoria, is progressing, with overnight Watson Street closures and traffic delays. The project will add lanes, improve turning capacity and upgrade lighting, signage and walking and cycling connections, with completion expected by mid-2027.

Road Infrastructure
Infrastructure Magazine9/18/2026

BHP slows electric haul-truck rollout as Fortescue defends charging strategy

BHP says current electric haul trucks are unsuitable for mass deployment because of charging downtime, while Fortescue argues charging must be assessed alongside energy costs, infrastructure and productivity. Fortescue is trialling 6MW chargers in Australia’s Pilbara region.

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The Driven IO9/18/2026

BYD adds Sealion 7 to Australia’s largest V2G trial

BYD is adding its Sealion 7 electric SUV to Amber Electric’s Australian vehicle-to-grid trial, which can include up to 1,000 EVs. Buyers committing to the trial receive a 6% discount, while BYD says more models will follow.

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The Driven IO9/18/2026

Fortescue plans first Australian Formula E team

Mining company Fortescue plans to enter Formula E with a team acquired from Penske and a Jaguar-powered electric race car. Its engineers will use the championship to develop battery, software and hardware technologies for mining and other applications.

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The Driven IO9/18/2026

AGL showcases open-source SDV platform at Automotive World Japan

Automotive Grade Linux demonstrated its open-source Unified Code Base running on RISC-V hardware at Automotive World Japan in Tokyo. The showcase featured a Flutter-based HMI, vehicle-control applications and support for instrument clusters and telematics gateways.

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Automotive Grade Linux9/18/2026

Mentorship programme supports safer commercial drivers

Southeastern Freight Lines driver Harold Perry explains how its Driver Mentor Programme pairs experienced and newer drivers to build judgement, confidence and safer habits. He also outlines how fleet managers can support driver training and safety.

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Heavy Duty Trucking9/17/2026

Private fleets expand their share of company freight, NPTC survey finds

NPTC’s 2026 Benchmarking Survey, covering 89 private fleets and 2025 operations, finds respondents handled 72% of outbound freight and 64% of inbound movements. Seventy-one per cent expect to add equipment or handle more company freight over the next five years.

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Heavy Duty Trucking9/17/2026

Euclidic completes 650-vehicle telematics upgrade for SRG Global

Euclidic migrated about 650 SRG Global vehicles from 3G plug-in telematics devices to 4G hardwired equipment across Australia. The provider coordinated installations around remote locations, customer-site access and vehicle availability to minimise operational disruption.

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Fleet Auto News9/17/2026

Regional NSW areas lead electric-vehicle uptake, analysis finds

Analysis of Transport for NSW registration data finds regional areas led BEV growth over six months. NSW passed 150,000 BEVs in August, up 35% in six months, with the strongest gains concentrated around regional cities and commuter areas.

EV
The Driven IO9/17/2026

Blacktown targets fleet productivity as service demand grows

Blacktown City Council plans to handle rising service demand through higher vehicle utilisation, asset sharing and telematics-led planning rather than automatic fleet expansion. Electric waste trucks could also enable longer operating hours and reduce the need for additional vehicles.

EVFleetSustainability
Fleet Auto News9/17/2026

EV charging demand outpaces infrastructure growth, ChargePoint report finds

ChargePoint says charging sessions on its network rose 34% in 2025, versus 16% growth in vehicles, highlighting pressure on fleet infrastructure. Its report covers higher-powered chargers, AI-enabled management, uptime and emerging vehicle-to-grid applications.

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Automotive Fleet9/17/2026

2026 IFOY winners showcase AI-led warehouse automation

The 2026 IFOY Award winners include AI-enabled warehouse orchestration, rack-climbing and vision-guided robots, open software for mixed vehicle fleets, autonomous pallet handling and ergonomic container-unloading equipment.

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Focus on Transport and Logistics9/17/2026

SABOA conference highlights funding and infrastructure barriers to bus electrification

South Africa’s bus industry used the SABOA 2026 conference to discuss electrification, funding reform, infrastructure, cross-border regulation and digital transformation. Johannesburg is assessing bus-fleet electrification, while operators highlighted financing, workforce and safety challenges.

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Focus on Transport and Logistics9/17/2026

Putco adds six accessible Mercedes-Benz buses to South African fleet

Putco has received six Mercedes-Benz Low Entry buses, built with Marcopolo bodies, for its South African fleet. The universally accessible vehicles are designed to improve boarding and travel for disabled and mobility-impaired passengers, and are due to enter service shortly.

Bus & CoachFleet
Focus on Transport and Logistics9/17/2026

Powerstar to put VL 550 through its paces at South Africa’s Truck Test

Powerstar will enter its VL 550 extra-heavy truck in Truck Test 2026 on South Africa’s Johannesburg–Durban route. The 405kW Weichai-powered vehicle will be assessed for fuel consumption, journey times, speed and productivity under long-haul operating conditions.

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Focus on Transport and Logistics9/17/2026

Powerstar showcases trucks and tests Euro 5 prototypes in South Africa

Powerstar distributor Ever Star Industries showcased construction and mining trucks at Electra Mining Africa, while testing new 6×4 Euro 5 manual and automatic prototypes. The company also highlighted local assembly, expanded production and demand for water tankers in South Africa.

ManufacturingR&DTruck
Focus on Transport and Logistics9/17/2026

FleetGO joins Aptean to expand European logistics software operations

FleetGO, a European provider of fleet, transport and warehouse-management software, has joined Aptean. The deal is intended to provide additional scale and resources for product innovation and international growth while maintaining FleetGO’s customer and product commitments.

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Fleet GO9/17/2026

GM launches new V8 engines for 2027 full-size pickups

General Motors has detailed two new V8 engines, a carryover diesel and an upgraded turbocharged option for its 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups, as US automakers renew competition in the profitable full-size truck market.

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CNBC9/17/2026

Digital twins support CCAM pilots across four European cities

Horizon Europe project FRODDO is using digital twins to test connected and automated mobility applications, including traffic-management simulation, early warnings, demand prediction and autonomous tow-truck monitoring across pilots in Ljubljana, Athens, Modena and Bursa.

AVsITSProjectsR&D
Connected Automated Driving Europe9/17/2026

Eclipse SDV showcases open automotive software initiatives in Japan

Eclipse SDV held a community meetup and exhibited at Automotive World Japan, presenting open-source software-defined vehicle projects, vehicle orchestration, diagnostics and compliance work. The events also expanded engagement with Japanese OEMs and industry partners.

ConferencesSDV
Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle9/17/2026

Tesla changes Model Y L specifications amid rear-suspension complaints

Tesla has revised several Model Y L dimensions in its online manual, including ground clearance, while owners report rear suspension sag, premature tyre wear and recurring problems after spring replacements. The company has not explained whether the changes reflect hardware or documentation adjustments.

Car
CarNewsChina.com9/17/2026

EU Cyber Resilience Act introduces immediate reporting duties for connected products

The EU Cyber Resilience Act’s vulnerability-reporting obligations are now active, requiring manufacturers of connected products to issue early warnings within 24 hours. The article compares the compliance challenge for physical-AI manufacturers with automotive cybersecurity requirements under UNECE R155.

CybersecurityLegislation
9/17/2026

US toll agencies explore embedded vehicle payments to replace transponders

Around 16 US toll agencies are discussing pilots for connected-vehicle payments, allowing vehicles to process tolls using stored customer credentials. The approach aims to reduce transponder hardware and account-management friction while complementing existing electronic tolling systems.

Connected servicesETC
Traffic Technology Today9/17/2026

ZF LIFETEC integrates occupant sensing with adaptive restraint systems

ZF LIFETEC has developed an integrated passenger-car safety system combining cameras, seat and seat-belt sensors with adaptive airbags and restraint algorithms. The production-ready technology adjusts protection to occupant size, position and posture, and will be demonstrated at InCabin Europe 2026.

CarComponents
ZF9/17/2026

Kapsch begins real-world V2X trial in Buenos Aires

Kapsch TrafficCom has begun a proof-of-concept V2X trial in Buenos Aires, connecting vehicles, roadside infrastructure and traffic management systems. The pilot is testing alerts for road hazards and closures, with traffic-signal priority and public-transport applications planned.

ITSR&DV2X
Kapsch9/17/2026

ADAS cuts crash losses despite higher repair costs, study finds

IIHS and HLDI research finds ADAS-equipped vehicles have higher claim severity but fewer crashes, reducing overall collision losses by about 5% and property-damage liability losses by nearly 30%. For fleets, parts shortages and calibration requirements can increase repair downtime.

ADASFleet
Automotive Fleet9/17/2026

BYD launches 501 km Yuan UP electric crossover in China

BYD has launched the 2027 Yuan UP Feichi Edition in China, adding a 501 km CLTC variant with a 51.13 kWh Blade Battery. Prices start at 74,800 yuan, while the compact electric crossover retains 301 km and 401 km versions.

BatteriesEVProduct launches
CarNewsChina.com9/17/2026

AI speeds fleet analysis while keeping managers at the centre

Summit Fleet Leasing and Management says its AI Fleet Insights platform can accelerate analysis of costs, utilisation and operational exceptions. Managing director Darren Gore argues that experienced fleet managers remain essential to frame questions, validate results and apply insights to decisions.

AIFleetSoftware
Fleet Auto News9/17/2026

Volvo starts FH Aero Electric production and unveils 80-tonne electric truck

Volvo Trucks has started series production of the 700-kilometre FH Aero Electric and unveiled an electric truck-and-trailer combination for gross combination weights of up to 80 tonnes. The combination targets European markets and supports megawatt or CCS2 charging.

eHCVsEVManufacturingProduct launches
The Driven IO9/17/2026

Maserati plans Huawei-JAC partnership for new electric models

Maserati is reportedly planning two electric models with Huawei and JAC Motors, using Huawei technology and JAC manufacturing in China. Semi-knocked-down production would see bodies shipped to Italy for final assembly, with initial target markets including Europe and the Middle East.

EVManufacturingJVs
CarNewsChina.com9/17/2026

Victoria unveils 10-year rail freight plan

Victoria has released a 2026–2036 rail freight plan to increase network capacity, resilience and efficiency. The government says investment will support regional freight, reduce road congestion and emissions, and enable a new inland freight terminal at Dandenong South.

Sustainability
Infrastructure Magazine9/17/2026

Parkes uses fleet data and telematics to improve safety

Parkes Shire Council uses telematics, driver scorecards, trailer-braking data and near-miss reporting to reduce risky behaviour and improve fleet safety. Its programme includes retrofitting electronic braking systems and changing depot traffic flows based on evidence.

CVDFleet
Fleet Auto News9/17/2026

ArcFox Alpha T7 attracts 30,000 orders in one hour

BAIC’s ArcFox Alpha T7 has reportedly secured 30,000 orders within an hour of launch. The electric and range-extender SUV features Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 5 system, an 800V platform, CATL batteries and up to 715km of CLTC electric range.

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CarNewsChina.com9/17/2026

MAN unveils electric eTGX at IAA Transportation 2026

MAN presented the new fully electric eTGX long-haul truck at IAA Transportation in Hannover. The 4x2 tractor offers up to 660km of range, while a 6x2 version with seven batteries is projected to reach 720km.

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BFS9/17/2026

Utility Trailer expands TrailerConnect telematics platform

Utility Trailer has enhanced its TrailerConnect platform for North American fleets with remote diagnostics, improved fault-code visibility, fleet-management tools and expanded trailer performance data. The updates cover reefers, dry vans and flatbeds, with dealer-backed onboarding and support.

Connected servicesFleetTrailerUtility Trailer
Utility Trailer9/17/2026

Kia’s electric PV5 marks return to Australia’s van market

Kia has re-entered Australia’s van market with the electric PV5, its first dedicated battery-electric light commercial vehicle. Stronger-than-expected demand is prompting plans for additional PBV variants, including passenger and high-roof cargo versions.

EVProduct launchesVan
Fleet Auto News9/16/2026

Seres to take control of Aito under revised Huawei partnership

Seres Auto will assume responsibility for Aito’s vehicle development, manufacturing, sales and after-sales operations, while Huawei becomes a technology provider. The revised arrangement separates Aito from Huawei-led HIMA brands and follows reported profit pressure at Seres.

JVs
CarNewsChina.com9/16/2026

Samsung and Verizon complete AI-powered 5G ISAC trial

Samsung and Verizon completed an AI-powered integrated sensing and communications trial over commercial 5G infrastructure in Dallas. The vRAN-based system generated crowd-density heatmaps from radio signals without dedicated cameras, lidar or sensing hardware, demonstrating a potential foundation for 6G capabilities.

5G6GAIConnectivityR&D
RCR Wireless9/16/2026

BMW enters final testing of new 3 Series with 48V mild-hybrid powertrains

BMW is conducting final driving-dynamics testing of its next-generation ICE 3 Series at Miramas in southern France. The range will include four- and six-cylinder engines with 48V mild-hybrid technology, alongside a fully electric i3, and uses updated chassis systems and BMW Driving Stack software.

CarDrivetrainR&D
Automotive Powertrain Technology International9/16/2026

Connected insurance workshop to examine UBI, claims and pricing

IMS, KPMG and Aviva will discuss how connected insurance can improve pricing, claims triage, risk segmentation and customer retention, and the technology needed to scale usage-based insurance.

IMSUBIWebinar
IMS9/16/2026

Harman joins SDVerse with digital cockpit and vehicle software portfolio

Harman has joined the SDVerse marketplace, making its digital cockpit, cloud development, validation and vehicle software products and engineering services available to automakers sourcing software-defined vehicle technologies.

JVsSDVSoftware
ADAS News | Automotive Interiors World9/16/2026

BYD launches Formula S and S GT electric performance models

BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao has launched the Formula S and S GT electric models, featuring rapid charging, up to 900km of CLTC range, DiSus-M adaptive suspension and LiDAR-enabled highway and urban navigation assistance.

ADASEVLiDARProduct launches
CarNewsChina.com9/16/2026

Li Auto launches i9 electric SUV in China with 0.215 drag coefficient

Li Auto has launched the i9 flagship electric SUV in China, priced at 369,800 yuan. It offers a 705km CLTC range, 5C rapid charging and an optional LiDAR-equipped driver-assistance package, with initial vehicles using CATL batteries before a planned switch to Li Auto-developed packs.

ADASBatteriesCarEVProduct launches
CarNewsChina.com9/16/2026

BMW integrates 3D maps with driver assistance in Operating System X

BMW will introduce a 3D view combining navigation, surroundings and driver-assistance information in vehicles using Operating System X from October 2026. Urban navigation-guided semi-automated driving will begin rolling out in Germany from 2027.

ADASMapping
ADAS News | Automotive Interiors World9/16/2026