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European commission approves €659 million French funding for lithium-ion battery research
The European Commission greenlights France’s financial support to battery manufacturer Verkor for research on lithium-ion battery production processes, citing economic development and Verkor’s commitment to knowledge-sharing as key factors in the approval.
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B-ON introduces electric transporter ’Pelkan’
B-ON, the company founded by the acquisition of StreetScooter from DeutschePost DHL back in 2022, has signalled a dramatic shift in styling and capability with the unveiling of Pelkan, an electric delivery vehicle designed for urban logistics.
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MAN makes its first entry into the battery electric truck market
MAN Truck & Bus has taken a significant step in the journey towards decarbonising freight transport by commencing sales of its first heavy-duty electric truck. The initial batch of 200 units is set to be delivered to select customers in 2024, with a view to increasing production numbers from 2025 ...
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Rizon’s class 4-5 electric trucks now eligible for California’s HVIP incentive program
Rizon’s Class 4-5 electric trucks, endorsed as zero-emission vehicles by CARB, now qualify for California’s HVIP program, offering substantial incentives for fleet operators looking to adopt sustainable transport solutions. With a range of body options and cost-effective charging, these trucks are poised to make a meaningful impact in the shift ...
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Further details of the £200m government-funded ZERFD project released
The Department for Transport (DfT) has released transparency data detailing the projects which have been successful in securing a share of the £200m funding.
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Leading EU committee supports phasing out diesel trucks by 2035
The European Parliament’s environment committee has supported the European Commission’s ambitious plans to reduce emissions from heavy goods vehicles, pushing for stricter targets and an end to exemptions for certain truck types.
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New laws to improve electric vehicle charging approved by MPs
The UK Parliament has approved new regulations designed to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, offering EV drivers greater transparency, easier payments, and more reliable charging points. These regulations also require charge point operators to share data, facilitating better access to charging station information. With the UK having reached over ...
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Milence announces launch of first truck charging site in Europe
Milence, the truck charging joint-venture, funded by Volvo Group, Traton and Daimler Trucks, has announced the opening of its first truck charging facility in Holland
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Toyota announces breakthrough collaboration to manufacture solid state batteries
Idemitsu Kosan and Toyota Motor Corporation have teamed up to develop the technology and production capabilities needed for all-solid-state batteries, with series production as early as 2027.
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Hyzon Motors deploys first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in commercial trial with Remondis
Hyzon Motors introduces its first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in collaboration with Remondis Australia
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New MAN eTruck set for market launch
MAN Truck & Bus is set to introduce its new MAN eTruck tractor unit at the end of October
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Isuzu and Honda unveil hydrogen-powered Giga Fuel Cell truck with 800km range
Isuzu and Honda are unveiling the Giga Fuel Cell truck at the Japan Mobility Show which starts on 26 October in Tokyo
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Tevva regroups after ElectraMeccanica merger falls apart
Following the termination of its merger agreement with ElectraMeccanica, Tevva has come out fighting, refuting the basis on which the termination was announced and re-shaping its management team to get the business back on track.
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German parliament introduces CO2 surcharge for truck tolls
The Bundestag has approved the addition of a CO2 component in the German road charging, set to effect from 01 December 2023. The new toll system will affect vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes, with varying toll rates depending on CO2 emissions.
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Kempower unveils megawatt charging system for electric trucks and vehicles
Kempower’s new Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for electric trucks promises to meet the growing demand for high-power charging in the commercial vehicle sector, supporting sustainability efforts and reducing carbon emissions in road transport.
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Traton launches subsidiary, Traton charging solutions, for truck charging services
As Traton Group launches Traton Charging Solutions, a subsidiary to enhance access to public charging stations for electric commercial vehicles, the company aims to address the evolving needs of the industry, promote accessibility and affordability, and ensure a seamless experience for operators.
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Renault Trucks converts diesel truck into electric: A Feasibility Study
Renault Trucks has successfully retrofitted a 12-tonne diesel truck into a battery electric vehicle, in collaboration with Novumtech and with support from ADEME. This initiative aims to assess the viability of converting combustion engine trucks to electric.
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ZERFD project update - eFreight 2030 consortium releases details
One of four funded projects sharing the £200 million government investment, eFREIGHT 2030 will receive £49.2 million in public funding.
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ZERFD project details announced by Protium for hydrogen truck demonstration
Protium has secured £30m for its HyHaul project as part of the Government’s zero emission road freight programme, funding 30 trucks and four public hydrogen re-fuelling stations
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Gridserve releases further details of its ZERFD project award
Gridserve has secured £62.7 million Government funding for its “Electric Freightway” project as part of the recently announced ZERFD programme