Tech & Startups
Larry Page’s flying car company Pivotal loses its CEO
TechCrunch · US
The company told TechCrunch he is "pursuing new endeavors."
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Tech & Startups
This startup is fuel-injecting hydrogen to make cargo ships more efficient
TechCrunch · US
Newlight has raised a $9 million seed round and completed an 8,500-nautical-mile test run from Singapore to Ghana.
Tech & Startups
Magna increases bet on battery swapping in India with $35M for Yuma
TechCrunch · US
Magna's investment in Yuma Energy has reached $87 million as the Canadian auto supplier increases its majority stake in the Indian battery-swapping firm.
Tech & Startups
Lachy Groom backs Indian startup aiming to keep aircraft aloft for a year
TechCrunch · US
Founded by a 20-year-old, Alteon is developing autonomous aircraft that hopes to harvest wind energy to stay aloft for several months.
Geopolitics
Train drivers secure 3.6% pay rise after threat of strikes on busy UK routes
The Guardian – World · Europe
Deal agreed between Avanti West Coast and Aslef is first to be approved by Burnham governmentTrain drivers have secured a significant pay rise after the threat…
Tech & Startups
As electric two-wheelers gain a foothold, Belgian startup Any bets on cargo space
TechCrunch · US
Launched by Belgian startup Any, LUV1 is a modular electric motorcycle with 120 liters of cargo space that can be used to carry bags, work equipment, or even p…
Geopolitics
Ride-hailing platforms seeking Hong Kong licence must have handled 100,000 orders a day
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong authorities have opened licence applications for ride-hailing platforms under a new regulatory scheme, saying operators must have a proven track reco…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong and Shenzhen test crossings at revamped Huanggang Port ahead of opening
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong has conducted its first test involving Shenzhen authorities of clearance procedures and private car access at the revamped Huanggang border crossing,…
Tech & Startups
Waymo hands over documents in NHTSA’s child collision probe
TechCrunch · US
The responses to NHTSA's questions so far are redacted entirely, citing "confidential business information."
Tech & Startups
Tesla recalls 3 million cars as part of China-wide push to stop hidden door handles
TechCrunch · US
Tesla and eight other automakers will install warning labels that help occupants identify the often hard-to-find manual door releases.
Tech & Startups
TechCrunch Mobility: The shifting flight path of electric air taxis
TechCrunch · US
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Geopolitics
What can Hong Kong travellers expect from the revamped Huanggang border crossing?
South China Morning Post – World · China
The upgraded Huanggang border crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen is due to begin service following about six years of redevelopment. Sources previously sa…
Tech & Startups
Self-driving trucks are officially testing on California highways
TechCrunch · US
Aurora Innovation and Kodiak AI, two companies developing self-driving trucks, have received permits from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
Tech & Startups
Uber and Pony.ai plan to bring 2,000 robotaxis to Europe
TechCrunch · US
The partnership is expanding beyond the initial market of Zagreb, Croatia to four additional European cities.
Geopolitics
Could China’s new transport-tanker capability boost PLA power beyond first island chain?
South China Morning Post – World · China
China has confirmed that its new Y-20B heavy transport aircraft can be converted into an aerial refuelling tanker, potentially boosting PLA Air Force capacitie…
Startups
EV mobility service startup Yulu raises $93M led by GEF Capital
Your Story · India
Yulu will use this funding round to increase its fleet capacity to 2 lakh electric vehicles and expand service hubs.
Tech & Startups
India’s Yulu raises $93M as quick-commerce boom fuels e-bike demand
TechCrunch · US
Yulu aims to have a fleet of 200,000 bikes in the next two years and faster electric two-wheelers, aiming at new logistics use cases.
Geopolitics
New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades
BBC News – World · Europe
The service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.
Tech & Startups
Archer buys former rival Wisk Aero
TechCrunch · US
The two companies were once embroiled in a trade secret theft lawsuit. Now, Wisk is being absorbed into Archer.
Geopolitics
Two workers were temporarily stood down after near-miss collision at Sydney Airport
The Guardian – World · Europe
Transport minister says improved staff rostering will be in place from next month after ‘unacceptable’ delays and incident involving Qatar Airways and Jetstar …
Tech & Startups
TechCrunch Mobility: Zoox prepares for launch and Uber’s AV empire
TechCrunch · US
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Geopolitics
Rail passengers face second day of disruption across north-west England
The Guardian – World · Europe
Problems after power failure at regional signalling centre likely to continue until noon with many crews and trains in wrong locationsBusiness live – latest up…
Tech & Startups
Ford’s new electric truck, ‘Fathom,’ starts at $28,350
TechCrunch · US
Due in "fall 2027," Ford said Thursday that it won't reveal what Fathom looks like until early next year.
Tech & Startups
Lucid Motors just delayed its affordable EV. Now what?
TechCrunch · US
The Cosmos EV is now slated for release in the second half of 2027. CEO Silvio Napoli said he's focused on getting the EV right, as well as its nearer-term rob…
Tech & Startups
Zoox to start charging for robotaxi rides in Las Vegas
TechCrunch · US
This marks the official launch of Zoox's commercial operations.
Geopolitics
‘Leicester Square, please guv’: Self-driving taxis cleared for London streets ‘later this summer’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Wayve Uber wins first minicab licence for autonomous cabs from TfL but vehicles will have a safety driver (at first)The taxi app company Uber and the autonomou…
Tech & Startups
Indian EV startup River raises $120M Series C to scale production, launch more models
TechCrunch · US
River plans to build a new factory, launch additional models from 2027, and target profitability as it scales production.
Tech & Startups
Waymo opens up robotaxi service in Dallas to everyone
TechCrunch · US
Waymo has dropped the waitlist for its robotaxi service in Dallas, the latest step in the company's bid to scale its self-driving technology across the United …
Geopolitics
A rail nightmare: what it’s like on England’s busiest commuter-only train
The Guardian – World · Europe
This evening service from London to Crewe is hot, sweaty and heaving with people, many having to stand or sit in the gangwaysThe 5.46pm train from London Eusto…
Tech & Startups
Uber is building an autonomous vehicle empire, and here’s every company it’s using to do it
TechCrunch · US
Uber has partnered with — and in some cases made direct investments in — about 30 autonomous vehicle companies over the past two years. Here's the list and the…
Tech & Startups
Rivian spinoff Also to start delivering e-bikes after months of delays
TechCrunch · US
Also has big plans beyond the TM-B. The startup mostly refers to itself as a "vehicle" company and has plans to make four-wheel pedal-assist cargo vehicles for…
Tech & Startups
GM and Ford are talking less and less about EVs
TechCrunch · US
The leading U.S. automakers are mentioning EVs on their investor calls at pre-pandemic rates, according to new data from TechCrunch and Hudson Labs.
Startups
RoshAi makes the trucks you already own drive themselves
Your Story · India
The Kochi-based company sells autonomy kits and fleet software that let industrial operators convert the trucks and heavy vehicles they already own, rather tha…
Geopolitics
Revamped Huanggang checkpoint needs Hong Kong airport bus link, experts say
South China Morning Post – World · China
The soon-to-open revamped Huanggang Port border crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen should include a public transport link to the city’s airport to leverag…
Tech & Startups
Florida plans to build air taxi pads using $200M intended for EV chargers
TechCrunch · US
Florida wants to use federal EV charger funds to build an air taxi network connecting golf courses, luxury apartment buildings, and airports.
Geopolitics
Beyond the cargo bay: The rise of transport aircraft as battlefield, rescue assets
Times of India – World · India
Transport aircraft now perform diverse roles beyond basic cargo delivery. These versatile platforms are crucial for combat and humanitarian relief operations.…
Tech & Startups
Sorry, haters. Ferrari’s first EV is doing just fine
TechCrunch · US
To the horror of commenters across the internet, the Ferrari Luce appears to be a sales success.
Tech & Startups
Waymo robotaxis are starting to return to freeways
TechCrunch · US
The freeway pause — and its restart — comes amid increased scrutiny into Waymo and other robotaxi operators, particularly over how these self-driving vehicles …
Tech & Startups
DoorDash is building its own drone delivery business
TechCrunch · US
DoorDash has received FAA approval to operate a commercial drone delivery service in the United States.
Geopolitics
1st direct freight train opens new India-Nepal chapter
Times of India – World · India
India and Nepal have initiated a new era of rail connectivity. The first direct commercial container freight train arrived in Nepal last week. This new service…
Tech & Startups
Saudi prince buys 5% stake in Lucid Motors
TechCrunch · US
The investment comes after speculation that Saudi Arabia may take Lucid Motors private -- which the EV maker has denied.
Tech & Startups
Is the Electric Trike the Next Big Thing in Shared Micromobility?
Wired · Global
Veo is launching accessibility-focused electric tricycles in Denver, with plans to put its e-trikes on the streets nationwide.
Geopolitics
J&K: Amid NH closure, Railways operates special trains to help stranded pilgrims
Times of India – World · India
- Northern Railway operates special trains between Kashmir Valley and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. - Aimed at aiding stranded tourists and pilgrims. - Con…
Tech & Startups
TechCrunch Mobility: Uber bets on its former CEO
TechCrunch · US
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Tech & Startups
Elon Musk’s Boring Company reportedly raising funding at a $20 billion valuation
TechCrunch · US
Elon Musk's tunneling startup is reportedly in talks for a major new funding round.
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