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Applied EV is partnering with Macnica, a leading Japanese tech integrator, to bring autonomous vehicles to logistics and industry. By combining Applied EV's modular Blanc Robot platform + Macnica’s integration & remote fleet expertise (everfleet), they can scale flexible, Level 4 autonomous solutions—from factory floors to last-mile delivery. This strategic partnership strengthens Applied EV’s global position, leveraging Macnica’s extensive commercial footprint, strong relationships with major OEMs and industrial customers, and proven experience deploying autonomous vehicles in Japan.

NRFC funding will be used to manufacture, commercialise and scale the deployment of Applied EV's fleet of "Blanc Robot" autonomous electric vehicles for industrial, logistics, and commercial purposes.

Japan Post Capital Co., Ltd. (“Japan Post Capital”) is pleased to announce that it has made an investment in Applied Electric Vehicles Ltd (“Applied EV”).

Visit us at the Japan Mobility Show to see our Generation 6 Blanc Robots.

Applied EV has carved out a unique path to scaling autonomy and is primed to turn industrial and logistics automation into a commercial reality. In his latest interview with Forbes, CEO Julian Broadbent sat down with Mark Whittacker to delve into where Applied EV all began, the challenges of the autonomous vehicle market, and how the company has created its own success, with an innovative approach and strategic partnerships.

Applied EV and Oxa expand their existing partnership to deliver immediate turnkey solutions that equip businesses with the necessary tools to integrate autonomy into their operations today. As commercial industries face challenges like driver shortages, as well as navigating logistics inefficiencies and the push for sustainability, this simplified access to autonomous solutions offers a seamless, scalable path to resilient, future-ready operations.

Visit us at CES in Las Vegas to see the launch of the world's first programmable autonomous vehicle. We'll be announcing our Blanc Robot in partnership with Suzuki – our manufacturing partner for the Blanc Robot [S].

Applied EV 6th Generation Blanc Robot will be ready for deployment with strategic partners in mid-2025

Applied EV has chosen CISSOID's CXT-ICM3SA series of Silicon Carbide Inverter Control Modules to drive their latest generation of autonomous vehicle E-motors. The integration with Applied EV's Digital Backbone™ sets a new benchmark for safety rated vehicles.

Applied EV introduces the Generation 6 Digital Backbone™, featuring improved processing power, enhanced safety capabilities, and expanded I/O options. This latest iteration strengthens Applied EV's position in autonomous vehicle control systems.

Applied EV announces collaboration with NXP® Semiconductors to develop safety rated software control solutions for automotive and autonomous vehicle markets, leveraging NXP's S32G processors with Applied EV's Digital Backbone™.

Applied EV has taken a residency at ex-Holden vehicle proving grounds in Lang Lang, Victoria to aid the testing of its autonomous electric vehicle technology.

Applied EV’s autonomous vehicle platform, Blanc Robot™, will be integrated to the ladder frame of Suzuki’s 4WD Jimny, electrified by Applied EV and controlled by their central control system, Digital Backbone™. The two companies intend to bring the Blanc Robot™ to production and develop business models to expand the adoption of autonomous electric vehicles and enhance brand awareness.

Australian technology company, Applied EV, who specialise in digital control systems for autonomous vehicles, are utilising Siemens’ high tech industrial software systems to support the design, quality assurance and build of their next-generation autonomous vehicles.

Suzuki has made a strategic investment in Australian technology company Applied EV to accelerate the software development for next generation mobility.

Applied EV's Autonomous ready software-defined vehicle was chosen for its unique capabilities by Oxbotica, a global leader in autonomous vehicle software

Blanc Robot will make its German debut at ITS Humburg, on the Ibeo trade stand, from Oct 11 -15. Ibeo partnership vehicles will be equipped with ten ibeoNEXT sensors and the Ibeo Driver software, enabling the Blanc Robot platform for Level 4 autonomous driving.