IAA Transportation

Kia PV5 sales grow; PV7 unveiled and PV5 conversions launch

36 clusters · 174 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Kia expands electric commercial vehicle lineup with PV7 and PV5 updates

Throughout July and August 2026, Kia expanded its PV5 portfolio and market reach. In Greece, the brand launched the EV2 compact SUV and the PV5 Cargo van, while a camping-bed kit for the PV5 Passenger entered the Japanes

Commercial transport technology developments

6 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Megawatt charging technology advances for electric heavy-duty vehicles

MAN and Scania continue to develop technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability in commercial transport. MAN has expanded its electric heavy-duty portfolio, specifically with the eTGX electric tractor head. The

Tesla Semi truck market expansion and production launch

3 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Tesla begins high-volume Semi electric truck deliveries in Nevada

Tesla has expanded the scope of its electric Semi truck rollout through new technical specifications for Europe and a significant commercial order in the United States. In Europe, Tesla unveiled specifications for the S

Volvo Trucks wins International Truck of the Year 2027

3 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Volvo Trucks unveils FH Electric for up to 80-tonne loads

Volvo Trucks has been named the ‘International Truck of the Year 2027’ for its global battery-electric heavy vehicle lineup. The award, presented at the IAA Transportation expo in Hannover, Germany, marks the manufacture

Heavy-Duty Transport Decarbonisation – Global Updates

34 clusters · 116 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Heavy transport faces rising diesel costs and energy transition debates

By late 2026, the transition to clean heavy-duty transport continues to evolve through infrastructure expansion and fleet adoption, though significant hurdles remain. In France, the partnership between Bump and the Alphy

Advances in Battery Materials and Production Standards

14 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: BYD targets 2027 for solid-state battery electric vehicle

Developments in battery chemistry and service infrastructure are accelerating as manufacturers move toward industrial-scale validation and enhanced quality control. BYD continues to refine its solid-state technology, tar

Chinese competition and technological shifts in European EV/

11 clusters · 154 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Daimler Truck unveils electric and hydrogen vehicles at IAA 2026

Chinese manufacturers continue to expand their presence in the European heavy-duty electric truck market, posing a disruption to a sector responsible for approximately 75 percent of land-based goods transport in Europe.

Stellantis European manufacturing and electric vehicle shift

5 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Autonomous vehicle technology advances in logistics and port operations

Stellantis has reached significant milestones and announced major strategic investments across its European manufacturing network. In Portugal, the Mangualde plant reached a production milestone of 2 million vehicles, wi

Automotive manufacturers unveil new truck models at IAA

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Maxus unveils electric heavy-duty trucks and autonomous vehicles at IAA 2026

During the IAA Transportation 2026 event, major truck manufacturers DAF, Scania, and Maxus announced significant updates to their vehicle lineups, focusing on internal combustion efficiency, electric mobility, and autono

Road safety and traffic accidents in Turkey and Cyprus

6 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Police officer Batuhan Sarıyalçınkaya killed in Kırıkkale traffic accident

In mid-September 2026, Turkey reported a series of fatal and serious traffic accidents across multiple provinces. In Aydın, a collision between a truck and a light commercial vehicle on the Denizli-Aydın highway killed t

Tesla Semi European launch and charging infrastructure

8 clusters · 93 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Hyundai and Tesla announce major expansions in European automotive markets

Tesla has detailed technical specifications for the European Tesla Semi at the IAA Transportation trade fair in Hannover, Germany. While the heavy-duty electric truck has operated in the United States for several years,

European truckmakers' push to adjust EU CO2 targets

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: ACEA manufacturers urge EU to delay zero-emission vehicle targets

European truck and bus manufacturers are calling for adjustments to the European Union’s 2030 CO2 reduction targets. During the IAA Transportation event in Hanover, executives from companies including Stellantis and memb

Electric vehicle range extender developments

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: MAHLE unveils range extender and magnet-free motor for electric trucks

Automotive manufacturers and suppliers are exploring range extender technologies to mitigate the limitations of electric vehicle range and inconsistent charging infrastructure. Volkswagen investigated implementing a sma

Hankook Tire commercial vehicle technology showcase

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Hankook unveils new tyres for trailers and electric buses

Hankook Tire & Technology announced its participation in the IAA Transportation 2026 exhibition in Hannover, Germany, where it planned to showcase various truck, trailer, and bus (TBR) technologies. The company intended

IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover

8 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Citroën to debut Berlingo Van First at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026

The IAA Transportation trade fair in Hannover, Germany, scheduled for September 15–20, 2026, serves as a major platform for commercial vehicle innovations and sustainable logistics. The event features a record 84 vehicle

Volvo Trucks centenary edition announcement

3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Volvo Trucks and Valeo announce new developments in commercial vehicle technology

Volvo Trucks has unveiled the ‘Volvo 100 Year Edition’, a special series of heavy-duty trucks designed to commemorate the manufacturer’s centenary in 2027. The edition applies to the FH, FH Aero, FH16, and FH16 Aero mode