Renault Group is taking full ownership of Flexis by buying shares previously held by Volvo Group and CMA CGM Group. The transaction is pending regulatory approval and is expected to close by mid-2026.

Founded in 2024, Flexis was established to develop a new generation of all-electric light commercial vehicles (LCVs). The core product vision remains unchanged: an urban electric platform featuring 800-volt technology, a "skateboard" architecture, and a software-defined vehicle (SDV) approach. The first production model, the Renault Trafic Van E-Tech Electric, is scheduled to begin rolling off the assembly line at the Sandouville plant in late 2026.

Despite the buyout, Volvo remains a strategic partner. Starting in 2027, the new electric vans will be distributed internationally through Renault Trucks.

Detroit Diesel, the powertrain subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), has debuted its next-generation Gen-6 engine lineup. Featuring the DD13, DD15, and DD16 heavy-duty diesel engines, the portfolio fully complies with the 2027 EPA standards. These powerplants will be available across all heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star truck models. The Gen-6 series marks the first product launch based on Daimler Truck’s enhanced global Heavy-Duty Engine Platform (HDEP), which produces approximately 200,000 units annually worldwide. All Detroit engines are manufactured at Redford facility in Michigan —DTNA’s hub for engine, transmission, and axle engineering and production. The DD13 and DD15 models are set to launch in January 2027, with the DD16 following in January 2028.

CharterUP and autonomous mobility provider HOLON have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate integration of autonomous shuttles into North American public transit systems. The goal is providing a scalable solution for organizations looking to add self-driving vehicles to their fleets. At the heart of the partnership is the HOLON urban, a fully electric, SAE Level 4 autonomous shuttle, accommodating up to 15 passengers and utilizing a sensor suite consisting of LiDAR, radar, and cameras. Designed for fixed routes or on-demand service, it reaches speeds of up to 37 mph (60 km/h). Key applications include corporate and college campuses, airports, transit agencies, and municipalities. Beyond vehicle supply, CharterUP intends to support clients with route planning, mixed-fleet concepts, and the transition to fully autonomous services. The HOLON urban will make its European debut as part of the ALIKE project in Hamburg, Germany, where Level 4 ride-pooling services—including the Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD—are being tested this year.

SuperPanther is entering the European heavy-duty electric truck market. Starting in the summer of 2026, the company will begin assembling vehicles at the Steyr Automotive plant in Austria using a Semi-Knocked-Down (SKD) process. The trucks will be built from pre-assembled components sourced from China and Europe, with suppliers including ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Schaeffler, and Continental AG.

The flagship model is the eTopas 600, a 4×2 tractor with a 621 kWh battery capacity, roughly 310 miles (500 km) of range, and an 876-volt architecture. Dual electric motors deliver 394 kW of continuous power and a peak output of up to 692 kW.

For charging, SuperPanther utilizes "dual-gun" CCS technology with up to 660 kW, allowing the battery to charge from 20% to 80% in under 38 minutes under optimal conditions. The CATL-sourced batteries are designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -22°F to 104°F (-30°C to +40°C). SuperPanther is positioning itself not just as an OEM, but also as a technology partner for the commercial vehicle industry.