IAA MOBILITY

Porsche AG launches the first all-electric Macan GTS, BMW Group announces plans to fuel new gasoline cars with e-fuels starting in 2028, Volkswagen Anhui reveals the first images of its ID.UNYX 07 electric sedan for China, Stellantis and Pony.ai collaborate on autonomous robotaxis for Europe, Cadillac’s Escalade IQ will offer Level 3 autonomous driving capability by 2028, CHERY and Sunwoda Energy Technology Co., Ltd. unveil new solid-state batteries, BYD teases its first electric kei car for Japan, Deutsche Bahn premieres the new ICE L high-speed train, and Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) and MOIA begin testing autonomous Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD shuttles in Berlin — these are our top stories from week 43 of 2025.

From every corner of the world, we see new visions for the future of mobility – and alongside many global exhibitors, China joined IAA MOBILITY 2025 with brands like BYD, XPENG, smart Automobile, and AVATR Global Design Center. These brands presented a strong line-up of innovations: * BYD presented the new SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING plus SEAL, SEAL U DM-i, DOLPHIN SURF, ATTO 2, and SEALION 7. * XPeng revealed the new-gen P7 fastback with fresh design, 800V fast charging, bigger tailgate, and deployable spoiler. * Smart showcased the all-electric range, featuring the Keith Haring Art Car plus smart #5 Premium, #5 Summit Edition, and #1 BRABUS. * Avatr debuted the Vision Xpectra, its first vision car, marking a new brand era, powered by Changan Europe, CATL, and Huawei. Their participation underscored the importance of global dialogue in accelerating innovation and adoption across markets and continents. We’re thankful for their presence and look forward to seeing how these ideas develop in the years ahead. See you at IAA MOBILITY 2027.

At IAA MOBILITY Experience, visitors had the chance to test drive more than 200 different cars this year — among them the brand-new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+. This electric innovation is equipped with an 85 kWh battery and an 800-volt system enabling ultra-fast charging with up to 320 kW, offering a range of up to 792 km (WLTP). The CLA has been awarded “Best Electric Car in the Mid-Size Segment” with the BEST IN CLASS Award 2026 — congratulations to Mercedes-Benz AG! Have you tested one of our cars? If yes, which one — and what’s your verdict? Let us know in the comments below! IAA MOBILITY returns from September 7 – 12, 2027. Expect the latest innovations and technologies — not only to watch but to experience. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

IAA MOBILITY 2025 is over, but we are not! The IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club Episode 15 is just around the corner – featuring Dirk Adelmann, CEO of smart Europe GmbH. With over 20 years of experience on a global level in the automotive ecosystem, Dirk has been instrumental in shaping smart’s transformation into a fully electric, customer-centric brand. Under his leadership, smart Europe has built a lean business model and a clear vision for sustainable urban mobility. In this episode, Dirk will discuss smart’s evolution, its EV-only strategy, strong collaboration with Geely and Mercedes-Benz, and what’s next with the smart #2 – along with his perspective on the future of (auto)mobility in our cities. This session of the IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club, hosted by Sarah Harman, streams live on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. CET.

IAA MOBILITY 2025 has been an incredible success with many inspiring exhibitors. We’re proud that one of them was Google. In our first “Success Story,” Steve Basra, Global Head of Automotive at Google, shares why IAA MOBILITY 2025 has been a must-attend event for the tech giant. We look forward to welcoming you again at IAA MOBILITY 2027 in Munich from September 7–12, 2027.

Mercedes-Benz AG-Benz unveils the Vision Iconic concept, Waymo plans to launch robotaxis in Europe by 2026, BMW Group introduces its first electric-powered watersports device — a battery-driven stand-up paddleboard, EHang (NASDAQ: EH) presents the long-range VT35 air taxi, JAC Motors Global announces its market debut in Germany, Ferrari reveals the chassis, drivetrain, and battery pack of its first fully electric vehicle, and Urban Arrow launches its first E-Longtail cargo bike — these are our top stories from week 42 of 2025.

Electric, digital, and sustainable – these impulses were presented by BMW Group at IAA MOBILITY 2025. The world premiere of the BMW iX3, the first production model of BMW’s Neue Klasse, offered visitors a firsthand look at a new era of electric driving, featuring advanced 800-volt technology and smart charging options. Alongside, the BMW iX5 Hydrogen was showcased to demonstrate the potential of hydrogen as a clean and powerful alternative for tomorrow’s roads. At the Open Space, visitors explored innovative features such as the BMW Panoramic iDrive and bidirectional charging, while also discovering a wide range of current models and show cars from MINI and BMW Motorrad. But the experience went beyond technology. Live music, dynamic dance performances, and other entertainment highlights turned the BMW stand into an immersive space – perfectly blending innovation with a vibrant atmosphere.

At IAA MOBILITY 2025, visitors had the chance to test drive a wide range of new vehicles – from established brands to visionary newcomers. Each one offered its own take on what the future of mobility can feel like. In this video, we’re offering a different perspective: just the interiors of four of those cars. The details, materials, and design choices that shape the driving experience before the engine even starts. Can you tell which four vehicles these are?

Ever wondered why your coffee cup sits snugly in one car but wobbles dangerously in another? Today is World Standards Day, the moment to appreciate the unseen rules that keep our world running smoothly. But not everything is standardized, as our shaky morning coffees remind us. That’s because there’s no official standard defining the exact size or depth of automotive cupholders. In vehicle manufacturing, strict quality standards do exist – like ISO 9001, ensuring consistent global quality management, and IATF 16949, built specifically for the automotive industry to secure precise, safe production processes. These frameworks protect quality and reliability, but they stop short of dictating universal dimensions or shapes for the humble cupholder. The result? Depending on your car, cupholders can be bigger or smaller, deeper or shallower – each one shaped by design decisions and market trends. So tell us: what else in your car deserves to be standardized?

What if your car could power your home during a blackout or help stabilize the power grid? At IAA MOBILITY 2025, we saw the future of connected mobility and smart city. Our exhibitors are already building it. A prime example comes from Mercedes-Benz AG, who is pushing the boundaries with its "ELF" test platform. ELF is short in German for “Experimental-Lade-Fahrzeug” – which translates to “Experimental Charging Vehicle”. This true rolling lab is testing both advanced CCS with charging speeds up to 900 KW and the powerful Megawatt Charging System (MCS). The idea behind it is simple but powerful: move from a "car as a consumer" to a "car as an energy asset." By creating a decentralized network of mobile batteries, this technology can help stabilize local grids, support peak-shaving, and make our energy infrastructure more resilient. It’s the tangible application of the theories discussed on our stages. Mercedes-Benz's work perfectly showcases how the innovations we see at IAA MOBILITY are moving from concept to product. This is exactly the conversation we're advancing: mobility tech that plugs directly into Smart Grid strategies to accelerate reliable e-mobility at scale—benefiting households, fleets, and city infrastructure alike. We're incredibly inspired by the progress and can't wait to see what comes next. Mark your calendars: the journey continues at the next IAA MOBILITY from September 7-12, 2027. See you there! Images: Mercedes-Benz