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ArticleVolvo Trucks expands electric fleet into Latin America with first deliveries to Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay
Volvo Trucks has successfully expanded its reach into Latin America by delivering eight heavy-duty electric trucks to customers in Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. This marks the first instance of Volvo’s sale of zero-exhaust emission trucks in the region.
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ArticleWalmart Canada introduces electric trucks in British Columbia
Walmart Canada has taken a significant step in its sustainability initiatives by deploying its first three battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia semi-trucks in British Columbia.
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ArticleDuvenbeck Implements electric trucks for ZF Saarbrücken Logistics
Haulage and logistics company Duvenbeck is leading the charge in sustainable transport by electrifying its logistics operations at the ZF plant in Saarbrücken, Germany.
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ArticleSchneider deploys 50 Freightliner eCascadia electric trucks funded through the US JETSI Project
Schneider, a key participant in the Joint Electric Truck Scaling Initiative (JETSI) project, has successfully deployed all 50 battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia trucks funded through the initiative.
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ArticleRenault Trucks initiates DOLPHIN research & development project
Renault Trucks is doubling down on its commitment to sustainable and innovative transport solutions with the launch of the DOLPHIN Research & Development project.
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ArticleWoolworths New Zealand commits to fully electric home delivery fleet by 2030
Woolworths New Zealand has pledged to transition its entire home delivery truck fleet to electric power by 2030. The announcement is part of the retailer’s 2023 Sustainability Wrap, outlining its progress and commitments in sustainability.
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ArticleMagtec secures major order for electric trucks from ETRUX
Magtec, a UK-based designer, manufacturer, and integrator of drive systems for electric and hybrid vehicles, has announced a multimillion-pound order for a fleet of electric trucks. The substantial order comes from commercial vehicle specialist ETRUX, which has selected Magtec’s MEV75, a 7.5-tonne electric truck approved for use in the UK.
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ArticleElectric truck with H2 range extender successfully completes tests
In Germany, the Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University has reported successful test results for its prototype electric truck featuring a hydrogen fuel cell range extender.
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ArticleQuantron and Hylane collaborate with the launch of new hydrogen fuel cell five-tonner
Quantron is continuing its collaboration with Hylane, launching a new 5.0t hydrogen fuel cell powered truck for the the German market.
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ArticleBJS Haulage starts electric truck trial in collaboration with Renault Truck Commercials and Vertellus
BJS Haulage has commenced a trial to assess the viability of electric vehicles within its operations, employing a 19-tonne Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide. Facilitated by Renault Truck Commercials and Vertellus, the commercial vehicle contract hire company, the electric truck will operate from BJS Haulage’s West Midlands Hub at Steelpark ...
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ArticleTevva and ElectraMeccanica call a truce on merger fall-out
In a statement issued by Tevva and ElectraMeccanica, on 29 November 2023, both companies have announced they have amicably resolved the litigation surrounding their intended merger.
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ArticleUK freight decarbonisation community gathers in Birmingham
This year’s Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit brought together key stakeholders for a day of debate, discussion and insights as delegates tackled the big issues associated with the decarbonisation of the road freight and commercial vehicle sector.
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ArticleMotor Transport Decarbonisation Summit 2023 study visit to Tyseley Energy Park
Delegates to this year’s Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit, sponsored by bp, Optimize and Scania, had the opportunity to join a study tour at the Tyseley Energy Park on the day before the main Summit to get under the skin of some of the latest industry developments.
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ArticleRenault Trucks starts production of E-Tech T & C electric trucks at its Bourg-en-Bresse factory
Renault Trucks has commenced series production of its heavy-duty electric trucks, the Renault Trucks E-Tech T and C, at it Bourg-en-Bresse factory
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ArticlePeak time kerbside EV charging costs experience a 13p/kWh increase, AA Reports
Recent data from the AA’s ev Recharge Report indicates a significant increase in the average peak time cost for using slow-charging kerbside electric vehicle (EV) charge points, marking an increase of 13p/kWh.
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ArticleLifeline for Volta Trucks as Luxor Capital hints at takeover bid
One of the largest creditors of Volta Trucks is thought to be in advanced discussions to buy the UK-based company out of administration. Volta’s administrator, Marcel & Alvarez, declined to comment but Sky News reported that New York-based Luxor Capital Group was closing in on ...
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ArticleEinride launches first smartcharger station in Sweden
Einride has inaugurated its Smartcharger Station in Rosersberg, Sweden, in collaboration with infrastructure developer Polar Structure. The station marks a crucial step in Einride’s mission to deploy sustainable charging infrastructure for heavy-duty freight on a global scale, focusing on enhancing the driver experience and utilising locally sourced materials for a ...
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ArticleVoltloader orders Volvo FM electric tractors for sustainable bulk tipping service
Voltloader’s recent order of Volvo FM Electric tractors marks a significant step toward sustainable bulk tipping services in the transportation industry.
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ArticleFrance increases budget for charging stations
France increases its investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, allocating an additional €200 million to support the expansion of public and commercial charging stations. This move is in line with the country’s goal of achieving 400,000 public charging points by 2030, promoting electric mobility and reducing emissions.