LONDON, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wrisk Limited (“Wrisk”), the digital insurance platform specialising in embedded insurance for the automotive sector, today announced that Allianz Holdings plc (“Allianz”) has invested in the company as part of its recently announced Series B funding round, which was led by Alma Mundi Ventures and Opera Tech Ventures. The… Continue reading Wrisk welcomes Allianz Holdings plc as a strategic investor as part of its Series B funding round
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Wrisk welcomes Allianz Holdings plc as a strategic investor as part of its Series B funding round
LONDON, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wrisk Limited (“Wrisk”), the digital insurance platform specialising in embedded insurance for the automotive sector, today announced that Allianz Holdings plc (“Allianz”) has invested in the company as part of its recently announced Series B funding round, which was led by Alma Mundi Ventures and Opera Tech Ventures. The… Continue reading Wrisk welcomes Allianz Holdings plc as a strategic investor as part of its Series B funding round
Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon
Toyota is gearing up to launch the new 2026 C-HR any day now. The electric SUV will deliver nearly 300 miles of range, a built-in NACS charging port, and it’s expected to start at under $35,000. Not only is it arriving as Toyota’s cheapest electric SUV, but it will also be among the most affordable… Continue reading Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon
Groundbreaking new Volvo EX60 to smash the 500-mile range barrier
The EX60 will be built on Volvo’s new SPA3 architecture, which is a generation beyond the full-size EX90. Besides its new infotainment software, the EX60 introduces lots of new technologies that help propel it to the top of the class in terms of range and efficiency. These include cell-to-body technology, which mounts the batteries directly into… Continue reading Groundbreaking new Volvo EX60 to smash the 500-mile range barrier
German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449
The looming fiasco with the FCAS air combat system has overshadowed German-French arms cooperation for months. A decision is still pending as to whether and – if so – how the mega-project consisting of combat aircraft, drones and digital battle clouds will continue. Contrary to plan, Berlin and Paris did not reach an agreement by… Continue reading German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449
Enter now: Autocar launches Great Women 2026 awards
Entries are now open for Autocar’s Great Women 2026 awards, recognising the motoring industry’s most talented and influential female leaders. Run by Autocar in association with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Great Women celebrates the achievements of the most influential women across the motoring sector. At this year’s event, to be held on… Continue reading Enter now: Autocar launches Great Women 2026 awards
New font: Volvo wants drivers to stare less at the display
Volvo has developed Centum, a font specifically for car displays that is intended to improve readability and reduce distraction. (car, Volvo) Go to Source
Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
The partnership centralizes cyber-related intelligence insights, enabling Škoda teams to identify risks earlier, streamline compliance activities, and enhance operational collaboration. BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Upstream today announced a strategic partnership with Škoda to support the automaker’s unified, proactive approach to cybersecurity across its connected vehicles, digital services, and supporting systems. As Škoda’s digital footprint expands,… Continue reading Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
The partnership centralizes cyber-related intelligence insights, enabling Škoda teams to identify risks earlier, streamline compliance activities, and enhance operational collaboration. BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Upstream today announced a strategic partnership with Škoda to support the automaker’s unified, proactive approach to cybersecurity across its connected vehicles, digital services, and supporting systems. As Škoda’s digital footprint expands,… Continue reading Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
Bold Renault Filante revealed as luxury flagship in £2bn global push
Renault is returning to the fully fledged premium car market with a big, plush new SUV to rival the Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7 in key markets outside Europe. Named the Filante (after Renault’s record-breaking, single-seat EV concept), it will serve as the flagship for an expanded line-up of global models aimed at bolstering the… Continue reading Bold Renault Filante revealed as luxury flagship in £2bn global push