After traffic stalled at the start of the pandemic, some people were hopeful that it could spell the end of cars. The opposite proved true: personal cars are offering safety and escape in an uncertain world. And yet, there’s also a growing openness to autonomous cars that could transform how we get around.

Electric vehicles have gone from being slow and boring to packed with geeky features thanks to Tesla's constant innovation in the car industry. But in Europe, the Renault Zoe has topped best-selling lists thanks to its affordability, accessibility, and functional nature.

Nuro, an AI electric delivery vehicle, is set to hit the roads in the US, starting with Texas, California, and Arizona. Following a funding round, the delivery start-up is valued at $5 billion, showing how a demand for fast deliveries is fuelling a need for clean solutions to city congestion.

Ridepanda is the first platform of its kind – a one-stop e-ride shop that helps people find the right electric vehicle for their needs. Based in the US, the brand’s early success reflects a burgeoning interest in sustainable, safe, and long-term forms of alternative transport.