Electrification

Yutong Opens First European Full-Service Center in Norway

Stokke, Norway – September 15, 2026 -- Yutong Bus officially opened its first integrated European Service Center in Stokke, Norway on September 8, combining vehicle delivery, after-sales service, spare parts supply and technical training under one roof to support electric bus fleets across Norway.

Facility spans nearly 39,000 square meters with dedicated parts warehouse

The site covers approximately 38,941 square meters, including a 6,074-square-meter building and a 2,300-square-meter spare parts warehouse. The warehouse stocks 4,500 original Yutong part numbers covering batteries, motors, electronic control systems, drivetrains, chassis, steering, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and interior and exterior components.

Vision Marine Invited to Suntex Marinas Conference After 60 Electric Boat Demos

Boisbriand, QC – September 16, 2026 -- Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) has been invited to the Suntex Marinas National Conference in Texas, running September 22-25, 2026, following its role as Title Sponsor of the Lake Berryessa Electric Boat Festival in June 2026 at Suntex-owned Pleasure Cove Marina in Napa, California.

Vision Marine completed roughly 60 on-water demonstration rides across three electric vessels at Lake Berryessa

The two-day festival featured the STERK 31E, powered by dual E-Motion 180E propulsion systems, alongside the SPECTR 26 and the Fantail 217. The event drew consumers, marina operators, utilities, policymakers, charging infrastructure providers, vessel manufacturers and investors into a single marina setting for hands-on demonstrations.

FAW Trucks Unveils 800V Electric Tractor, 15% Fuel-Saving Diesel Line at IAA Hannover

Hannover – – September 16, 2026 -- FAW TRUCKS will display five vehicle models and nine in-house core assemblies at the 72nd IAA TRANSPORTATION, running September 14-20 at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds, marking the company's push to expand Chinese commercial vehicle exports into Europe.

New diesel tractors cut fuel consumption by 15% through in-house core assemblies

The stand at B10, Hall 24 will feature three CORTRON CS tractors covering diesel and battery-electric powertrains, alongside the flagship CORTRON CS600. The diesel long-haul models use a new generation of internally developed core assemblies to reduce fuel consumption by 15%, a figure aimed directly at fleet operators managing rising fuel costs across European long-haul routes.

Geely Riddara Enters South Africa With RD6 New Energy Pickups

Johannesburg – September 16, 2026 -- Geely Riddara officially launched right-hand-drive versions of its RD6 and RD6 ECON new energy pickups in South Africa on August 28, extending its footprint in the Southern African commercial vehicle market.

Riddara holds 47.9% share of China's new energy pickup market

Riddara has ranked No. 1 in China's new energy pickup segment for four consecutive years since 2023, reaching a 47.9% market share in July 2026. The brand also leads new energy pickup sales in Thailand, Chile and Uruguay.

Geely Farizon Debuts Electric Trucks at IAA Transportation 2026

Hangzhou, China – September 16, 2026 -- Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group will make its first appearance at Europe's largest commercial vehicle trade fair, showcasing three all-electric models at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover from September 14-20.

Homtruck heavy-duty electric truck makes its official European debut with 600-kWh battery

Geely Farizon will present the Homtruck, a heavy-duty electric truck built for European operating requirements, delivering over 500 km of range from a 600-kWh battery. The company describes the vehicle as its core technological benchmark, exhibited at outdoor Booth P55 alongside the Farizon SV and V7E.

Yutong Opens First European Service Hub in Norway for Electric Buses

Stokke, Norway – September 15, 2026 -- Yutong Bus opened its first comprehensive service center in Europe on September 8 in Stokke, Norway, a 38,941-square-meter facility designed to support battery-electric bus fleets across the full vehicle lifecycle.

Facility integrates 6,074 square meters of service infrastructure including a 2,300-square-meter parts warehouse

The Center combines vehicle delivery, after-sales service, spare parts supply, and technical training under one roof. It houses seven standardized maintenance bays plus dedicated bays for powertrain and large-component repairs, equipped with four-post lifts, an electronic laser wheel alignment system, a brake tester, and a heavy-duty tire balancer. The facility can service chassis, electrical and high-voltage systems, powertrains, air conditioning, and interiors, and also handles non-severe accident repairs, alcohol interlocks, and tachographs.

Automotive Adhesives Market to Hit $12.36B by 2031 as EV Bonding Demand Grows

Delray Beach, Fla. – September 13, 2026 -- The global automotive adhesives market will expand from $9.27 billion in 2026 to $12.36 billion by 2031, a 5.91% compound annual growth rate, according to MarketsandMarkets. Growth is being driven by lightweighting mandates, electric vehicle production, and manufacturing automation that favor adhesive bonding over traditional mechanical fastening.

Asia Pacific commands 59.3% of global adhesive value as regional vehicle output scales

Asia Pacific dominated the market in 2025 with a 59.3% value share, while Europe ranked second, supported by robotic dispensing and automated curing systems across vehicle plants. Passenger cars accounted for 70.7% of automotive adhesive demand by vehicle type in 2025, with light commercial vehicles holding the second-largest share as fleet operators standardize high-volume production runs.

FOTON Exports Jump 44.3% as It Unveils Europe Strategy at IAA Hanover

Hanover – September 12, 2026 -- FOTON exported 149,000 vehicles between January and August 2026, up 44.3% year-on-year, as the Chinese commercial vehicle maker uses IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover to launch a full European market strategy.

FOTON occupies over 1,000 square meters in Hall 21 under the theme 'EASY MOVE'

The company is displaying seven complete vehicles and six in-house-developed key components spanning long-haul logistics, urban waste collection, city distribution and public passenger transport. Exhibits include new-energy models alongside self-developed high-performance batteries, electric axles, electronic control systems and multi-megawatt charging stations.

FOTON Reports 44.3% Export Surge, Unveils Europe Strategy at IAA Hannover

Hannover – September 12, 2026 -- Chinese commercial vehicle maker FOTON reported an export volume of 149,000 units between January and August 2026, a 44.3% increase year-on-year, as it opened a 1,000-square-meter exhibit at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover.

FOTON deploys seven vehicles and six self-developed components at Hall 21 booth

Under the theme "EASY MOVE," the company is showcasing seven complete vehicles and six core components engineered for European transport scenarios spanning long-haul logistics, urban waste collection, city delivery, and public transit. The lineup includes new-energy drive models alongside self-developed batteries, e-axles, electronic control units, and megawatt charging stations.

CDTL to Unveil Distributed E-Axle, Electromagnetic Brakes at IAA 2026

Hanover – September 12, 2026 -- CDTL will present its EA5000NP distributed electric axle and an electromagnetic braking system for commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, running from September 15 to 20, with a press day on September 14.

CDTL frames actuation as the missing link for autonomous trucks and buses

Under the theme "Electric Drive + Electromechanical Braking — Defining Actuation Systems for Autonomous Commercial Vehicles," Hangzhou Contemporary e-Drive Technology Co., Ltd. (CDTL) will argue that as commercial vehicles become more electrified, software-controlled and automated, the industry's core challenge has shifted from perception and decision-making to reliably converting digital commands into physical vehicle motion.