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The 2025 Volvo EX90 can now power a house through bi-directional charging when paired with dcbel’s Ara Home Energy Station. Volvo Cars announced that 2025 Volvo EX90 owners within the U.S. can now use bi-directional charging through dcbel’s Ara Home Energy Station, enabling the electrical SUV to operate as an energy source for the house.Vehicle-to-Home CapabilityThe EX90 is the primary Volvo model equipped with hardware and software to support bi-directional charging. The system allows the vehicle to send power back to a residence, including during outages, offering added resiliency and adaptability. Volvo said this capability also supports broader energy-management efforts…
The common used vehicle listing price increased to $25,945, up from the revised $25,889 at first of October. Used-vehicle inventory levels rose again at the beginning of November, surpassing the previous 2025 high set in October, in accordance with Cox Automotive’s evaluation of vAuto Live Market View data released Nov. 14.Meanwhile, retail used-vehicle sales in October increased month-over-month in comparison with September, as the typical used-vehicle listing price increased to $25,945, up from the revised $25,889 at first of October and up 2% in comparison with the degrees observed a 12 months earlier.Higher Inventory Still Stays Below 2019 LevelsNationwide, dealers –…
The 2026 Toyota bZ features updated charging access and technology designed to enhance efficiency and convenience for electric vehicle drivers. Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced latest initiatives to boost the charging experience and convenience for drivers of the 2026 Toyota bZ battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The brand new model 12 months introduces performance and range improvements, together with expanded DC fast charging access and technology updates designed to simplify EV ownership.Expanded Charging NetworkThe 2026 Toyota bZ lineup will provide access to greater than 25,000 DC fast charging plugs across North America through the Tesla Supercharger Network. Drivers may also…
Automated machinery operates inside General Motors’ CAMI Assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ontario. The ability, which built the BrightDrop Zevo electric delivery vans, will stop production as GM adjusts its EV manufacturing capability and responds to changing fleet demand. General Motors has confirmed that production of the BrightDrop electric delivery van has ended on the CAMI Assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ontario. The corporate won’t move production to a different facility.The choice follows slower-than-expected demand for electric delivery vehicles, leaving the CAMI plant operating below capability. Production has been on pause since May 2025. GM cited changes in EV incentives and regulations,…
Auction sales of vehicles as much as 2 years old were nearly 30% higher this September than they were last 12 months, and sales for the group were also nearly 9% higher than in August. Wholesale auction sales continued to outpace year-ago levels in September, with sales up 5.5% on a selling-day adjusted basis in comparison with September 2024, in response to AuctionNet data released Oct. 13.Nevertheless, sales fell 1.6% from August, which marked the primary monthly decline recorded since June. Sales over the third quarter of the 12 months were 6% higher than in Q3 2024, and sales through the…
“Our fleet management partners aren’t searching for legacy systems that deliver the identical results. Today, fleets want actions, not analytics.” -David Prusinski EVAI rebrands itself as Vehicle Management Systems (VMS), an AI-first fleet management company, while adding David Prusinski and Muffi Ghadiali to its team.A Leader in Fleet ManagementPrusinski is a tech executive with over twenty years of experience in scaling revenue teams within the automotive technology sector, possessing a deep knowledge of fleet management. He recently served as Chief Revenue Officer of Ford Integrated Services, where he provided retail solutions for tens of millions of Ford vehicles across North…
Smith System’s training and Utilimarc’s driver risk expertise provide corporations with a single platform to optimize assets and measure performance improvements.Image: Automotive Fleet / Smith System Smith System recently announced its acquisition of Utilimarc, a Minneapolis-based leader in fleet analytics and benchmarking. Together, the businesses create practical driver training with deep fleet analytics to deliver safer, modern, and more cost-efficient operations.Founded in 2001, Utilimarc has developed a business intelligence platform that integrates data from various sources, including telematics, fleet management information systems (FMIS), maintenance software, and safety cameras. By combining these insights with Smith System’s training and driver risk expertise,…
Velocitor Solutions’ ownership group has acquired NextBillion.ai, bringing together market-leading a fleet management and advanced AI-powered routing and optimization platform. Velocitor Solutions announced that its ownership group has accomplished the total acquisition of NextBillion.ai, a world provider of AI-powered mapping and geospatial technology.This milestone reflects Velocitor Solutions’ commitment to expanding its technology portfolio and strengthening its expertise in artificial intelligence, advanced mapping, and location-based services. With the mixing of NextBillion.ai’s industry-leading AI and geospatial solutions, Velocitor Solutions is positioned to deliver even greater value to clients in logistics, transportation, field services, and other sectors that depend upon intelligent, real-time location data.“We’re…
Fleet Services and FleetNet America will develop into one fleet organization under Cox Automotive as of Jan. 1, 2026.This alignment represents a significant step forward in Cox Automotive’s long-term plans for the fleet industry. Through the 2 subsidiaries, Cox connects roadside, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and managed care through each its Fleet Services technicians and FleetNet’s nationwide network of greater than 65,000 service providers. Cox Automotive remains to be within the early stages of bringing its fleet teams together and can announce its latest brand in the approaching months. “Cox Enterprises has a 127-year legacy of innovation, transforming fragmented markets into thriving…
The 2026 Mercedes Hybrid Wagon incorporates a six-cylinder turbo engine with an electrical motor, 41-mile electric range, and a variety of interior, exterior, and package options, including a limited-edition 1 model. The 2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid Wagon offers as much as 41 miles of all-electric range. It’s scheduled to reach at U.S. dealerships in early fall 2025, with a starting price of $93,350.The vehicle is supplied with an AMG-enhanced 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a permanently excited synchronous electric motor, producing a combined output of 577 hp. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in as little…