EVs
Russian Railways Unveils New DP2D Push-Pull Diesel Train
Russian Railways has introduced the DP2D, the country's first push-pull diesel train, designed for non-electrified routes with a top speed of 120 km/h.
October 15, 2026, 04:36 PM·iXBT.com
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Hardware
Russian Railways Sets 2027 Target for New Carriage Testing
Russian Railways will finalize testing of new T-gauge carriages in 2027, following the introduction of updated compartment cars on the Moscow-Saint Petersburg route in late 2025.
iXBT.com
AI
TransTeleCom Outlines AI Security Framework for Transport Sector
TransTeleCom experts outlined a comprehensive security strategy to mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with the integration of artificial intelligence in the transport and logistics industry.
CNews.ru
Money
Alchera Technologies Secures £2.7 Million Seed Funding
Cambridge-based AI startup Alchera Technologies has raised £2.7 million in seed funding to scale its transport data analytics platform.
Tech.eu
Money
Alchera Secures £2.7 Million to Expand AI Traffic Forecasting
Cambridge-based AI startup Alchera Technologies has raised £2.7 million in seed funding to scale its traffic forecasting platform for transport infrastructure operators.
Tech Funding News
EVs
BYD Hits Production Milestone for Commercial New Energy Vehicles
BYD has produced its 150 000th commercial new energy vehicle, marking a milestone as the company reports a 29% sales growth in the sector over the first nine months of 2026.
CleanTechnica
EVs
British Bus Transit Models and the Electrification Challenge
The transition to electric buses in Britain highlights the long-term impact of 1980s transit deregulation on modern infrastructure planning and governance.
CleanTechnica
Hardware
China Unveils First Embodied AI Subway Train VELLINK
CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles has unveiled VELLINK, China's first subway train powered by embodied AI, featuring advanced weight reduction and energy-efficient systems.
IT之家
EVs
Battery-Electric Buses Dominate Global Transit Procurement
Global procurement data shows that transit agencies overwhelmingly favor battery-electric buses, with firm orders outnumbering hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles by more than 200 to 1.
CleanTechnica
Money
Wiremind Secures €35 Million to Scale AI Transport Solutions
French transport tech firm Wiremind has raised €35 million in its first external funding round after 12 years of self-funded growth.
EU-Startups
Money
Digital Ruble Payments Launched for Moscow Toll Roads
Drivers on Moscow's Bagration Avenue and the Northern Odintsovo Bypass can now use digital rubles to pay for tolls via the Glavnaya Doroga app.
CNews.ru
EVs
Citroën Plans Electric 2CV Revival
Citroën plans to revive the 2CV as an affordable electric city car, targeting a starting price of around €15 000 with a potential market launch in 2028.
Motor1.com
EVs
Ultraviolette Automotive Shifts Focus to Scalable Platform Strategy
Indian electric motorcycle startup Ultraviolette Automotive is scaling its business by moving from high-performance models to mass-market products using a proprietary 100-volt platform.
electrive.com
EVs
Zeeho Launches AE3 LR Electric Scooter With 160 km Range
Zeeho has launched the AE3 LR long-range electric scooter, starting at ¥6,799, featuring a 160 km range and a 72V 50Ah battery.
IT之家
EVs
Tesla Rebrands Driver-Assistance Software in Europe
Tesla has renamed its driver-assistance software to 'Tesla Assisted Driving' in Europe following pressure from German regulators to address misleading branding.
Electrek
EVs
Moscow Shipyard Begins Trials for New Electric Fleet
Moscow Shipyard has begun testing its new Moscow 1.0 electric vessels, with plans to launch them on regular passenger routes by the end of 2026.
iXBT
Hardware
Maks App Adds Digital ID Support for Boat Operators
Boat owners can now use the Digital ID feature in the Maks app to verify their operating licenses and vessel registration via QR codes.
CNews.ru
EVs
Trek Launches Rail+ 9.8 Gen 5 E-Bike With 800 Wh Battery
Trek has launched the Rail+ 9.8 Gen 5 e-bike in Europe, featuring an 800 Wh battery, a 120 Nm peak torque motor, and a carbon frame for €7750.
iXBT.com
EVs
Certification Progress of Russian SJ-100 and MC-21 Aircraft
Russian aviation authorities have updated the certification status for the SJ-100 and MC-21 aircraft, with the former reaching 79% completion and the latter at 38%.
iXBT.com
EVs
Voltix Launches High-Power Charging Hub for Electric Trucks in France
Voltix has opened France’s most powerful charging station for electric trucks, marking the start of a major European infrastructure expansion backed by nearly €90 million in investment.
electrive.com
