Colorado-based defense propulsion manufacturer Beehive Industries has conducted the first test of its Frenzy 6 engine prototype. The trial took place on September 23 at the company's headquarters, assessing a compact propulsion unit tailored for unmanned aerial systems and munitions. The demonstration marks a rapid transition from technical design to physical hardware.
Letizia Giugliano
Audi has commenced taking orders in the UK for its new A2 e-tron, a compact electric vehicle. The model, representing Audi's latest electric car offering, is priced starting at £32,200. Customer deliveries for the new vehicle are anticipated to begin in early 2027.
Letizia Giugliano
The EU Commission has recently approved 46 new strategic raw material projects across 16 member states, focusing on securing essential resources for the burgeoning battery industry [Electrive](https://www.electrive.com/2026/10/09/eu-commission-selects-46-new-raw-materials-projects/). This move is designed to bolster Europe's supply chain for electric vehicle batteries and other critical technologies.
Letizia Giugliano
Volkswagen is set to introduce the ID. Tiguan in early 2027, replacing its current electric SUV models, the ID.4 and ID.5. This new vehicle aims to leverage the brand recognition of the best-selling combustion-engine Tiguan, offering enhanced performance and range [Electrive](https://www.electrive.com/2026/10/09/vw-id-tiguan-premiere-id-4-successor-starts-at-e42695/).
Letizia Giugliano
The European Union's EV4EU project has concluded its four-year effort, delivering key innovation in electric vehicle charging. This initiative focused on developing bidirectional charging solutions, which allow electric cars to not only draw power from the grid but also feed it back. The project's outcomes aim to enhance the adaptability of power systems by leveraging the energy stored in electric vehicle batteries [Electrive](https://www.electrive.com/2026/10/10/ev4eu-project-advances-bidirectional-charging/).
Giovanni Sapere
Bucharest, Romania, has secured significant funding to modernize its public transport. The investment, totaling €87.44 million, will facilitate the acquisition of new electric vehicles, marking a step towards sustainable urban mobility. This initiative aims to enhance the city's transport infrastructure and reduce emissions.
Letizia Giugliano
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng is preparing to introduce its new G9L electric SUV to the European market. This model, described as a "big brother" to the existing G9, has been available on the Chinese domestic market for some time. Full details regarding the G9L are expected to be released at the upcoming Paris Motor Show [Electrive].
Letizia Giugliano
The innovative electric taxi with low fuel consumption and attractive all-Italian design is ready to conquer the market. Tripling investment and recruitment by 2023. Innovative, ecological, revolutionary: these are the cornerstones of Miner, the ambitious project of startup Etioca, which intends to…
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A Canadian company has built an armoured SUV equipped with shatterproof glass and security systems that are perfect ‘to fight your way through zombies in an apocalyptic scenario’.
Giovanni Sapere
On Alibaba you can buy a one-wheeled bike for a modest €1560: watch the video to find out if it’s a top or a flop buy
Giovanni Sapere
In a track test at the Kennedy Space Center, the SSC Tuatara became the fastest production car in the world reaching the speed of 455 km/h
Giovanni Sapere
Apple iCarIn constant development and ever closer to tangibility, the carApple’s car will apparently benefit from Hyundai’s economy of scale, as well as Hyundai, as well as a power train with 800v architecture of the same manufacturer Korean company, for a range of over 500km and excellent…
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The Edge Hog is a bike that can be customised to suit the needs of each driver: it has a hybrid engine and can be ‘folded’ into itself
Giovanni Sapere
Thanks to the historic Japanese brand, which has always been an innovator, now even a car can “wear” a mask, which will allow it to protect us from the virus when it is transporting us. With an efficiency of 99.8%, this special cabin filter is mounted above the traditional air filter and is able to
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Amazon has acquired Zoox, a startup specializing in the production of electric robot cabs that “promise” to revolutionize urban mobility
Giovanni Sapere
It is called Aptera and it is a car powered by the sun: the battery can store the energy needed to travel 72 km every day thanks to solar panels
Giovanni Sapere
The rear-view mirrors on the new Lexus ES Hybrid are digital and connected to high-resolution compact rear-view cameras. The cost is $1800
Giovanni Sapere
The Ministry of Transport has introduced a new regulation authorising the testing of fully self-driven cars and vehicles on public roads.
Giovanni Sapere
