Vaielettrico Awards, all the faces of the electric transition
From corporate fleets to marine use, including motorcycles, industrial vehicles, and agricultural robots: the Vaielettrico Awards highlight the leaders driving electric transition across various sectors. Here are the thirteen projects awarded by the jury, category by category, presented during the ceremony on October 14 at the Auditorium San Fedele in Milan.
In fact, Italy’s electric transition is not limited to the automotive industry. Alongside large international groups, there exists an ecosystem of innovative companies, startups, and specialized firms that experiment daily with new solutions for mobility and energy. This is the landscape revealed by the Vaielettrico Awards, the recognitions given by our jury to the key players in electrification across different fields.
After covering Leapmotor’s success in the Electric Car of the Year category, we now take a look at the other winners. From charging infrastructure to commercial vehicles, as well as agricultural and marine applications, these awards highlight a transition taking place across multiple fronts.
Polestar, special mention for Electric Car
In the category dedicated to electric cars, the jury also awarded a special mention to Polestar, recognizing the premium brand’s contribution to the technological advancement of battery-powered mobility.
The focus is on the Polestar 5, a high-performance electric Gran Turismo developed in-house by the Swedish manufacturer. The vehicle combines an aluminum body and advanced chassis with an 800-volt electrical system and dual-motor drive. The claimed range reaches up to 678 km under the WLTP cycle.
The project aims to blend sports performance, comfort on long trips, and attention to aerodynamic efficiency, featuring a low front end and sloping roofline.
Electric trucks: the challenge of long distances
The electrification of heavy transport is one of the most challenging steps in decarbonizing mobility. In the Commercial Vehicles category, Volvo Trucks was recognized for expanding its electric lineup with a new generation of trucks designed for long-distance transport as well.
The new solutions offer a range of up to 700 km on a single charge and aim to provide greater flexibility in vehicle configuration and transportation operation management.
The goal is to extend the use of electric propulsion to services that require long distances, with potential benefits in terms of local emissions and noise levels.
Askoll eSpro3, an Electric Vehicle for Work
In the Motorcycles and Scooters category, Askoll eSpro3 was awarded the prize. It is a three-wheeled electric vehicle designed for urban and suburban professional mobility.
This vehicle is primarily aimed at fleets, delivery services, and last-mile logistics. The system integrates the vehicle with removable batteries and dedicated charging infrastructure. The dual engine, developed in-house, delivers 8.2 kW of power, while the four batteries provide a claimed range of up to 120 km.
The patented tilting system is designed to ensure agility and safety even when moving with a full load. This solution aims to reduce downtime and operational costs for professional fleets.
De Stefani Group, the dealer as a source of information
The award for the Most Electric Dealer goes to De Stefani Group, for its efforts in promoting and discussing sustainable mobility topics.
In partnership with Greenergy, the group organized the Greenergy Forum 2026, held in Ravenna on May 23 and 24. Greenergy Forum 2026: A gathering in Ravenna for the electric revolution. The event brought together experts and industry professionals through meetings, roundtables, test drives, and networking opportunities.
Among the events was a talk titled “Electric Vehicles in Italy: What Scenarios?” presented by Stefano Brandini. The initiative thus highlights a role for dealerships that goes beyond sales—providing information and tools to help understand the sector’s development.
OneWedge, Infrastructure for Electrifying Fleets
The “Most Electric Fleets” category recognized OneWedge for its infrastructure model designed for businesses and last-mile logistics.
The proposal includes two solutions: Charging Plazas, designed for overnight charging in depots, and Electric Plazas, large hubs located along logistics routes equipped with hundreds of AC charging stations and DC charging points.
The model combines fixed-price energy supply with infrastructure financing, aiming to eliminate upfront costs for businesses.
The electrification of fleets requires not only the purchase of vehicles but also careful planning of routes, consumption, and stops. Tools for calculating total cost of ownership (TCO) based on real data, along with platforms for integrated management of vehicles and charging stations, are playing an increasingly important role in this area.
Robosharing: Autonomous driving enters the sharing sector
Among the leaders in this field is Robosharing, a project developed by Auriga, Pikyrent, and the AIDA team from Politecnico di Milano.
The system combines electric vehicles, low-speed autonomous driving, and the B2-Ride software platform. The Pick-Me Mobility model allows the vehicle to autonomously reach the user at the pickup location.
Automation is primarily applied to logistics tasks such as repositioning vehicles and returning them to hubs, while the user drives during rental periods. A proof of concept integrates app-based summoning, rental services, and autonomous return.
The goal is to improve the efficiency of sharing services by reducing downtime, operational costs, and inefficiencies in fleet distribution.
Electric Elegance: Battery-Powered Yachts Focus on Performance
The Yachting category awarded Electric Elegance, an electric motor yacht created through a collaboration between Jean-Jacques Coste and EE38 Creative.
The vessel combines classic design lines with custom electric propulsion, featuring two 260 kW engines, 450 kWh solid-state batteries, and a Sealence jet propulsion system.
The claimed performance is 20 knots at cruising speed and 40 knots at top speed. Its carbon fiber structure and emphasis on quiet operation complete a design that reimagines the high-performance motor yacht segment in an electric format.
A2A Power Hub, ultrafast charging, and intelligent energy management
The innovation in charging is represented by the A2A Power Hub – Flagship in Monza, a project that integrates high-power charging, solar power generation, energy storage, and digital services.
The hub features five ultrafast charging stations at 300 kW each and one City Plug station at 14 kW, allowing a total of 12 vehicles to be charged simultaneously.
The energy management system coordinates an 11 kWp solar panel array, a 100 kWh battery storage unit, and the connection to the electrical grid. The facility also includes POS-based payment options, direct customer support, and computer vision systems for monitoring charging stalls.
The project also pays attention to urban space, incorporating permeable pavements, green areas, and rainwater recycling. Charging is thus designed not only as a service for drivers but also as part of a more comprehensive urban infrastructure.
Homer, home charging without a fixed wallbox
In the Private Charging category, Homer by Silla Industries wins—the portable charger designed by Silla Industries for those who want to charge their electric car at home without installing a fixed wallbox.
The device connects to a Schuko outlet and features Chain2 technology, which allows communication with second-generation smart meters and adjustment of power based on household consumption, without the need for external sensors.
Equipped with a Type 2 connector, IP65 protection, Wi-Fi, and an integrated SIM card, Homer is controlled through the Silla app. Users can monitor and schedule charges, choosing between solar power, home grid electricity, or hybrid mode. Remote software updates further enhance its functionality.
The project aims to make charging more accessible even in homes where it is not possible to install fixed infrastructure.
FieldRobotics, an electric rover for vineyards and specialty crops
The “La start up che dà energia” award goes to FieldRobotics for HammerHead, an electric tracked rover with autonomous or assisted driving designed for agricultural tasks.
The platform is specifically designed for vineyards and specialty crops. It features 24 kWh batteries, a power outlet, and a three-point attachment system, allowing the use of various tools for weeding, cutting, spraying, and pruning.
Lidar and stereoscopic cameras enable the collection of data useful for the digital management of crops. The project aims to reduce soil compaction and limit the operator’s direct involvement in repetitive tasks, while improving control over farming operations.
This is an example of how electrification can be applied beyond road transportation, entering agricultural activities and machinery.
Solar Stations, Renewables, and Charging in the Same Infrastructure
In the renewable energy Leader category, Tetto Solare by Aecos was awarded, featuring a model that combines photovoltaic power generation, energy storage, and charging for electric vehicles.
The Nuoro station features a 200 kW photovoltaic system, a 430 kWh energy storage system, and charging stations with up to 180 kW capacity. The project claims approximately 70% independence from the electrical grid.
In partnership with Sardegna Ricerche, the company is developing micro smart grids to optimize self-consumption and dynamic pricing that can be managed through an app currently in development. Participation in the Sardegna Energie energy community completes a model focused on local production and consumption of renewable energy.
The jury also awarded a special mention to OPEN SB SPA for its Floating PV project, which involves a 2.2 MW floating photovoltaic system in an artificial water body.
The jury also awarded an honorable mention to OPEN SB SPA for the Floating PV project, which involves a 2.2 MW floating photovoltaic plant in an artificial water body. This solution uses custom-designed floating structures and anchoring systems to generate electricity without occupying new land. The reservoir was originally built to combat drought.
Scuter, an electric three-wheeler for shared mobility
The review concludes with the Micromobility on Grid category, which honors Scuter, an electric three-wheeled vehicle developed and patented by Scuter S.r.l.
Certified as a moped, this vehicle combines compact dimensions, an integrated cover, and a safety belt to provide greater protection and stability compared to a traditional two-wheeled vehicle.
The claimed range reaches up to 100 km, and the replaceable batteries are designed to ensure continuous service. The project also includes an app and a proprietary platform for managing the sharing service.
Scuter will be operating in Milan starting November 2025, with plans to expand the service to other cities as an alternative for urban transportation.
An electric transition that goes beyond cars
From long-distance trucks to fleet infrastructure, from energy storage systems to yachts, as well as agricultural robots and shared vehicles, the Vaielettrico Awards highlight an industry in constant evolution, where electrification goes hand in hand with digitalization, automation, and new energy management approaches.
The Vaielettrico Awards ceremony also provided an opportunity to explore the broader dynamics of the transition in Italy through speeches by Francesco Papi, Partner at Strategy&PWC Automotive Leader Italy, and Giampiero Montagna, Head of Digital Technology and Innovation at Cesi spa. It became clear that the challenge is no longer solely about replacing internal combustion engines with electric ones: it involves infrastructure, service models, and the organization of production activities. It is through this variety of projects and capabilities that a significant portion of Italy’s potential for electric transition is measured.
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