Best Transportation Tech at CES 2026: EVs, Solid-State Batteries, and Mobility Scooters

Top Automotive Innovations at CES 2026

• 💡 Sony's Afeela electric car brand showcased its Afeela 1 sedan and the upcoming Afeela prototype 2026 SUV, highlighting shared entertainment, safety, and EV technology.
• 🤖 Tensor's robo car was presented as a potential Level Four fully autonomous vehicle with advanced sensor technology, a folding steering wheel, and an integrated screen for entertainment during autonomous driving.

Enhancing In-Car Audio Experiences

• 🔊 Pioneer's Sphera multimedia receiver offers a way to integrate Dolby Atmos spatial audio into existing vehicles via Apple CarPlay, utilizing current speakers for an upgraded sound experience.
• 🎶 The system includes autotuning software to optimize audio quality, even with existing car speakers, though upgrading speakers is recommended for the best results.

Advancements in Electric Vehicle Battery Technology

• ⚡ Solid-state battery technology was a major focus, promising lighter, more stable, and less volatile batteries for electric cars and aircraft.
• 🏍️ Donut Lab demonstrated this technology with the Verge Motorcycles TS Pro electric motorcycle, achieving impressive 150 kW fast charging due to the battery's energy density and stability.
• 🚗 Donut Lab is also partnering with Longbow for electric speedsters and Roadsters, and with Watt to develop a new electric vehicle platform utilizing solid-state batteries and hubless in-wheel motors.

The Standout: Strutt EV1 Mobility Scooter

• 🛴 The Strutt EV1 mobility scooter was named the best transportation tech, offering semi-autonomous AI-powered assistance for individuals with limited mobility.
• 🗣️ Features include autonomous summoning, voice command navigation, and automatic steering assistance to prevent collisions.
• ✅ This innovation represents a significant intersection of AI technology, mobility, transportation, and medical devices, providing an affordable and impactful solution.