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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.

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Chinese-made vehicles forecast to reach 58% of Australia’s market by 2035

The Australian Automotive Dealer Association forecasts Chinese-made vehicles will reach 58% of Australia’s new-car market by 2035. Chinese vehicles already held a 35.5% share in June, while battery-electric registrations rose 119.8% year on year in the first half of 2026.

CarEV
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

US bill would require NHTSA safety standards for autonomous vehicles

A US House bill would require NHTSA to set minimum safety standards for autonomous vehicles, mandate safety-data reporting and create emergency hotlines and geofence notices for public officials.

AVsLegislation
Truck News7/29/2026

British Columbia passes commercial dash camera mandate

British Columbia’s Bill M217 mandates forward-facing 1080p cameras, 72-hour retention and night vision on commercial vehicles above 11,793kg operating on provincial highways. The law follows Royal Assent and applies to qualifying US-registered trucks using B.C. routes.

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SureCam7/29/2026

US used Class 8 truck sales rebound in June as prices rise

US used Class 8 truck retail sales rose 9.6% month on month and 4% year on year in June, ACT Research reports. Average retail prices increased 2% to $61,751, although wholesale and auction activity declined.

SalesTruck
Truck News7/29/2026

SAIC opens China presales for MG 07 electric liftback

SAIC has opened presales in China for the MG 07 electric liftback, priced from 125,900 yuan. Higher trims offer CATL batteries, 800V 5C charging, up to 845 km CLTC range and roof-mounted LiDAR supporting assisted-driving functions.

ADASBatteriesCarEVLaunchesLiDAR
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

China to bar passenger cars with blue ADAS indicator lamps

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will enforce lighting rules that bar passenger cars with blue ADAS indicator lamps from new vehicle regulatory filings. Automakers may need to alter or disable the lights, including through OTA updates.

ADASLegislation
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

Soracom launches Automotive Suite for connected-vehicle lifecycle management

Soracom has launched Automotive Suite, an API-driven platform for managing connected-vehicle connectivity throughout the vehicle lifecycle. It combines SGP.32 eSIM profile switching, multi-carrier management, in-car Wi-Fi and usage-based billing, including support for European emergency-call services.

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IoT Business News Auto and Telematics7/29/2026

Terminal raises $20m for fleet telematics data platform

Toronto-based Terminal has raised $20 million in Series A funding to expand its platform, which aggregates and standardises data from more than 325 telematics providers for fleets, insurers and logistics companies.

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Truck News7/29/2026

Updated Smart #1 cuts charging time to 12 minutes with 800V system

Geely and Mercedes-Benz will launch an updated Smart #1 in China on 6 August, adding an 800V system that cuts 10–80% charging to 12 minutes. The electric crossover also gains a 245kW integrated e-drive and LiDAR-based assisted driving.

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CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

The Floow secures global accreditation for road-safety data

The Floow has secured global AiRAP accreditation, allowing it to supply aggregated traffic and behavioural data in more than 140 countries for road-safety programmes, transport planning and policy.

CVDTSPs
Traffic Technology Today7/29/2026

GM adds ChargePoint access to Energy Pass charging service

GM has added ChargePoint to its Energy Pass service, giving EV drivers access to ChargePoint DC fast and Level 2 stations through GM’s vehicle apps. The companies also report hundreds of new charging locations across the US, including sites supporting NACS and CCS1.

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Automotive Fleet7/29/2026

Continental Tire selects Atrium for digital roadside service platform

Continental Tire has selected Atrium Solutions as a provider for its digital emergency roadside service platform. The cloud system uses AI, workflow automation and analytics to centralise fleet-service coordination, improve response times and provide visibility into roadside performance.

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Truck News7/29/2026

Commission sets out implementation plan for new EU driving-licence rules

The European Commission has published an implementation strategy for new EU driving-licence and disqualification rules, covering accompanied driving, novice-driver probation, fitness checks, mobile licences and cross-border enforcement.

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DG Move7/29/2026

IQSight launches 360-degree camera with edge-based AI analytics

IQSight has launched the Flexidome multi+ 7100i, a 360-degree multi-sensor camera with edge-based AI analytics for smart-city, transport and critical-infrastructure monitoring.

AIProduct launches
Traffic Technology Today7/29/2026

New Spirit of Fleet Award to honour service to the fleet profession

A new Mike Antich Spirit of Fleet Award will be presented at the 2026 AFLA Corporate Leasing Conference in Las Vegas, recognising service, leadership and contributions to the fleet profession. Nissan is sponsoring the award.

AnnouncementsFleet
Automotive Fleet7/29/2026

Commission opens €1.5bn funding call for European EV battery plants

The European Commission has opened a €1.5bn interest-free loan competition for first commercial-scale EV battery-cell plants in the EEA. Projects can receive up to €500m, with applications closing on 30 September 2026.

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Innovation News Network7/29/2026

BYD patent details dual-electrolyte solid-state battery cathode

BYD has published a Chinese patent application for a solid-state battery cathode combining halide and sulfide electrolytes. The design aims to improve solid-solid interface stability, but the filing provides no vehicle testing, production validation or commercialisation timeline.

BatteriesR&D
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

Pan-Good Power scales axial-flux motor production in China

Pan-Good Power has started large-scale production of axial-flux electric motors in Zhejiang, with five automated lines capable of producing 300,000 units annually. The motors are being deployed in electric heavy-duty trucks and exported to more than 30 countries.

eHCVseMotorsManufacturing
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

ZF discusses Eclipse SDV Hephaestus toolchain

ZF discusses Eclipse SDV Hephaestus, a modular AI-powered toolchain that standardises builds, development environments, automation and engineering workflows across automotive software-defined vehicle projects.

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Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle7/29/2026

BYD partners with Intelematics on enhanced eCall for Australia

BYD has partnered with Intelematics to integrate enhanced eCall, including automatic crash notification and richer incident data, into the Sealion 8 in Australia. The capability is planned for future BYD models and supports ANCAP 2026 safety requirements.

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IoT Business News Auto and Telematics7/29/2026

South African team to test electric minibus taxis in 2023

GoMetro, MiX by Powerfleet, HSW, ACDC Dynamics and Stellenbosch University are forming a project team to test electric minibus taxis in South Africa. Trials near Stellenbosch and a national roadshow will assess operational suitability and support wider taxi-sector electrification.

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Powerfleet7/29/2026

Updated BYD Seal 06 reaches Chinese dealerships ahead of launch

Updated BYD Seal 06 vehicles have reached Chinese dealerships ahead of launch. Regulatory filings and dealer reports indicate EV and DM-i powertrains, outputs up to 240 kW, Blade Battery options and indicative pricing of 105,000–145,000 yuan, while LiDAR-equipped versions may cost more.

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CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

China’s EV lead is reshaping Australia’s imported car market

June data shows China’s domestic EV growth is driving exports, while Thailand’s electrification could reshape Australian imports. Australia’s battery-electric sales reached 23.3% of new-car sales, highlighting the influence of supplier-country policy and production choices.

EVLegislationSales
The Driven IO7/29/2026

Jetour Zongheng F700 reaches Chinese dealers ahead of 6 August launch

Chery’s Jetour Zongheng F700 plug-in hybrid pickup has reached Chinese dealerships ahead of its 6 August launch. The 904 hp model combines an 800V architecture, CATL battery technology and a claimed 1,300 km range; South African sales are planned for 2027.

EVProduct launchesTruck
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

Australia pilots digital portal to reduce underground utility strikes

The BYDA Digital Utility Portal, developed through Transport Australia’s Fellowship Program, is being piloted on major infrastructure projects in Brisbane, Western Sydney and Perth. It centralises underground utility data to improve planning, safety and productivity and could save about A$22 million annually.

Road InfrastructureSoftware
Infrastructure Magazine7/29/2026

FAW and Lishen test EV battery charging to 70% in under four minutes

FAW’s Hongqi and Lishen Battery have tested an ultra-fast-charging EV battery that reaches 70% charge from 10% in 3 minutes 41 seconds. The 12C cell uses an advanced anode, low-resistance materials and liquid cooling to control heat during high-power charging.

BatteriesEVR&D
CarNewsChina.com7/29/2026

Audi unveils Q9 SUV in US product push amid sales struggles

Audi has unveiled the three-row Q9 and performance SQ9 SUVs for the US, priced from $89,095 and $119,395. The models feature hands-free driver assistance, a ChatGPT-powered voice assistant and adaptive-beam headlights, supporting Audi’s US product push amid falling sales.

ADASAICarProduct launches
CNBC7/29/2026

Vicovanu expands trailer fleet and KRONE telematics rollout

UK container operator Vicovanu Transport has ordered 15 KRONE Box Liner trailers, taking its fleet to about 109 units. It is expanding KRONE Telematics across the fleet, with 70 trailers now connected for live tracking, diagnostics, maintenance planning and tyre monitoring.

Connected servicesFleetKroneTrailer
Krone7/29/2026

Kässbohrer to unveil trailer developments at IAA Transportation 2026

Kässbohrer will showcase new and recently developed trailers, including an electric-compatible cement silo and a modular low-loader, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover. The company will also host a panel on scaling zero-emission freight transport.

ConferencesKässbohrerProduct launchesTrailer
Kaessbohrer7/29/2026

Axis launches three on-camera licence-plate recognition kits

Axis Communications has launched three all-in-one licence-plate recognition camera kits for slow-speed and free-flow traffic. The 2MP and 3MP systems run License Plate Verifier on-camera and support access control and integration with third-party video-management systems.

HardwareITSKITAROLaunches
Axis Communications7/29/2026

KRONE delivers 30 trailers to Geis by rail, saving 12 tonnes of CO2

KRONE delivered 30 trailers to Geis Eurocargo in Nuremberg by rail from Werlte, cutting road transport and saving around 12 tonnes of CO2. The shipment included Mega Liner, Profi Liner and Dry Liner models.

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Krone7/29/2026

2026 Driver CPC rules and fleet compliance explained

A 2026 guide explains Driver CPC’s five-year, 35-hour training requirement, the distinction between National and International CPC, requalification after expiry and how fleets can track driver compliance.

Bus & CoachFleetHCVsLegislationRAM Tracking
Ram Tracking7/29/2026

US senators introduce bill targeting identity-changing trucking operators

Bipartisan US Senate legislation would study “chameleon carriers”, require the FMCSA to detect identity-changing operators during registration and improve agency information sharing, with an appeals process for wrongly flagged applicants.

HCVsLegislation
Truck News7/28/2026

Truck driver shortages intensify competition for recruitment and retention

A Q2 2026 report finds driver demand recovering faster than supply, with 26% of carriers raising pay and sign-on bonuses averaging $4,184 for company drivers and $5,952 for owner-operators. Equipment, compensation and operations remain leading causes of dissatisfaction.

FleetTruck
Heavy Duty Trucking7/28/2026

OmniAir confirms six demonstrators for ITSMW26 mobility technology pavilion

OmniAir has confirmed six live demonstrators for its ITSMW26 Outdoor Demonstration Pavilion in Dublin, Ohio. The public showcase will feature V2X communications, security infrastructure, sensing and roadway-safety technologies alongside the ITS Midwest Conference & Expo.

ConferencesITSV2X
OmniAir Consortium7/28/2026

Subaru Forester Hybrid records 12% better real-world fuel use

Independent Australian real-world testing found the Subaru Forester Hybrid used 5.5L/100km across urban, rural and motorway driving—12% better than its laboratory figure. The result offers fleet buyers another reference for comparing running costs.

Car
Fleet Auto News7/28/2026

Doug Marcello receives TAEC award for trucking industry service

Doug Marcello, a trucking-ind industry lawyer and trade-association leader, has received the J.R. “Bob” Halladay Award from the Trucking Associations Executive Council for his contributions to state trucking associations.

AnnouncementsTruck
Truck News7/28/2026

Global campaign targets improved seat-belt use in commercial fleets

Together for Safer Roads has launched a multi-year campaign with Autoliv and UPS to improve seat-belt use in commercial fleets. The programme will promote operating procedures, introduce a safety scorecard and target 500 fleets across 10 countries by 2030.

FleetJVs
Truck News7/28/2026

Charger Logistics to deploy Aurora driverless trucks on Dallas–Laredo route

Charger Logistics will deploy Aurora’s second-generation driverless trucks on freight runs between Dallas and Laredo, Texas. The agreement is intended to add capacity and improve tractor utilisation, with further routes planned.

AVsHCVs
Truck News7/28/2026

Ford earnings preview focuses on guidance and F-Series production recovery

Ford is expected to report a year-on-year decline in second-quarter automotive revenue and adjusted earnings. Investors are also watching 2026 guidance, warranty and commodity costs, and the recovery of F-Series truck production after an aluminium supplier resumed operations in New York.

Earnings
CNBC7/28/2026

Nissan to supply Andretti Formula E with GEN4 powertrain

Nissan will supply Andretti Formula E with its GEN4 powertrain from Season 13 under a multi-year agreement, combining technical expertise and development support between the teams.

DrivetrainJVs
Automotive Powertrain Technology International7/28/2026

US freight brokers overhaul carrier vetting after liability rulings

US freight brokers are reviewing motor-carrier vetting after court decisions increased liability risks. The industry is seeking clearer FMCSA standards, while new guidance emphasises documented safety checks, controlled exceptions and action against fraud and double brokering.

HCVs
Truck News7/28/2026

B.C. trucking group forms task force on commercial dashcam legislation

British Columbia’s trucking association has formed a task force to advise on regulations for Bill M217, which requires qualifying commercial vehicles to use forward-facing dash cameras with defined recording, retention and technical capabilities.

HCVsLegislation
Truck News7/28/2026

Canadian fleet’s downsped Super-B specification exceeds 9 mpg

Canadian fleet operator John Bickner has developed a highly downsped Volvo Super-B tractor and trailer specification that delivers more than 9 mpg Imperial. Volvo built the unapproved configuration for evaluation, and 13 further trucks are now being tested by fleets in similar heavy-haul applications.

DrivetrainFleetTruck
Truck News7/28/2026

NuPort completes autonomous truck tests at Blue Water Bridge

NuPort Robotics has completed year-long autonomous truck and platooning tests in the Blue Water Bridge corridor in Ontario. The project assessed autonomous freight technology around congestion, customs approaches and controlled access points, supporting future cross-border operations.

AVsHCVsR&DTruck
Truck News7/28/2026

Yokogawa launches 2,000V power analyser for EV testing

Yokogawa has launched the WT1500 power analyser for high-voltage EV, motor, energy-storage and power-conversion testing, supporting direct measurements up to 2,000V DC, resolver inputs and scalable multi-unit operation.

EVProduct launches
Automotive Powertrain Technology International7/28/2026

TFI reports strong Q2 as it targets higher US LTL pricing

TFI International reported strong second-quarter growth, with revenue up 12% and net income up 39%. The trucking group plans to raise underpriced US LTL rates, while tighter enforcement and constrained capacity support a more durable truckload recovery.

EarningsHCVsTruck
Truck News7/28/2026

HERE Road Alerts qualifies for Euro NCAP safety scoring

HERE Technologies says its Road Alerts service meets Data for Road Safety requirements supporting Euro NCAP scoring. The connected hazard-information service can provide automakers with up to 1.35 points and supports ADAS, Speed Assist and vehicle-generated data contributions.

ADASConnected servicesCVD
Traffic Technology Today7/28/2026

UKBIC adds pouch-cell equipment to Coventry battery pilot line

UKBIC is installing Digatron pouch-cell assembly equipment at its Coventry flexible pilot line. The facility will support production of pouch and cylindrical cell formats, helping smaller organisations de-risk battery scale-up and commercialisation from autumn 2026.

BatteriesManufacturingR&D
Automotive Powertrain Technology International7/28/2026