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EU Parliament votes to adopt new CO2 emission reduction targets for trucks
EU rules on CO2 emission targets for trucks has edged closer to law with the Parliament voting to adopt the new measures. Regulations now go forward to Council of Ministers for formal ratification.
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Electra enters the upcycling business with launch of Electra Exchange
As part of its relocation to a new UK facility in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, Electra has announced it will be offering a new service to upcycle internal combustion engined vehicles to battery electric.
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Voith establishes Voith HySTech GmbH for hydrogen storage systems
Voith Group has announced the establishment of Voith HySTech at its Garching site in Germany. The new company aims to bolster Voith’s presence in the burgeoning hydrogen technologies market, with a specific focus on hydrogen storage systems tailored for heavy-duty vehicles.
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Indian start-up Tresa Motors lands 1,000 electric truck order from JFK Transporters
Tresa Motors, an Indian commercial vehicle startup focused on medium and heavy-duty electric trucks, has secured a significant pre-order for 1,000 electric trucks from JFK Transporters, a leading logistics company in India.
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MAN adds hydrogen internal combustion to its carbon zero vehicle line-up
MAN has announced it is introducing a small series of hydrogen combustion engine trucks into uits line-up. The company plans to deliver approximately 200 units to customers in Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland, and selected non-European countries by 2025.
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CATL and Yutong unveil long-life battery for commercial vehicles
Chinese battery maker CATL and vehicle builder Yutong are set to introduce a new commercial vehicle battery with a promised 15 year, 1.5 million kilometre life.
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Kempower launches megawatt charging system in Europe to drive electrification of heavy-duty vehicles
Kempower has introduced its Megawatt Charging System to Europe, aimed at addressing the challenges of electrifying heavy-duty vehicles to align with the EU’s decarbonisation objectives.
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Sany Group introduces hydrogen-powered heavy trucks for sustainable transport in China
Sany has unveiled it will be including hydrogen fuel cell heavy trucks in its line-up, along with plans to develop hydrogen production and storage facilities in China.
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Volta announces European market comeback plans
Following its rescue from administration in December 2023, Volta has made its first public statement of its plans to re-enter the European truck market in 2024.
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XPO forges ahead with rollout of HVO and electric-powered fleet
As reported in sister title Motor Transport, XPO has rolled out HVO and electric-powered trucks in its 4PL and transport control tower operations, describing it as “an industry first”.
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Lhyfe expands strategy to co-develop 1GW of green hydrogen projects in Europe
French green hydrogen producer Lhyfe has revealed its plan to co-develop large-scale projects in partnership with investors, aiming to secure agreements for 1GW of projects by the end of this year.
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Scania expands its battery truck range with more axle configurations and increased range
Scania has expanded its range of battery-electric vehicle (BEV) trucks, offering a wider array of solutions tailored to various applications. These additions include two new electric rigid vehicle, a 6x4 double-drive configuration for enhanced traction, and ranges of up to 520 km for 29-tonne trucks.
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Closure of three H2 Mobility hydrogen fuel stations in Germany
H2 Mobility has announced the closure of three public hydrogen refueling stations in the country as the company shifts focus away from 700 bar refuelling to 350 bar solutions more suitable for commercial vehicles.
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British Airways invests millions to enhance ground equipment at Heathrow, aiming for reduced emissions
British Airways has launched a substantial investment programme to modernise its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport, aiming to decrease emissions both in the air and on the ground.
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Mack Trucks invests $14.5 million in Roanoke Valley operations expansion to meet demands for new EVs
Mack Trucks has announced a $14.5 million investment to expand its Roanoke Valley Operations (RVO) manufacturing facility in Virginia. The aim of this expansion is to accommodate the anticipated increase in demand for the Mack MD Electric vehicles.
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BorgWarner, Goodman Group, Windrose EV Trucks, and Decathlon collaborate on Mega-Watt Charger
BorgWarner, Goodman Group, Windrose EV trucks, and Decathlon have joined forces to collaborate on the development of one of the world’s fastest mega-watt chargers.
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New truck EV charging station corridor links LA with Las Vegas
Greenlane, a joint-venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources and Blackrock has announced a 280 mile commercial vehicle charging corridor with 100 chargers linking Los Angeles with Las Vegas.
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REE Automotive’s P7-C electric truck receives CARB certifications, opening doors for sales in California
REE Automotive has announced it has been granted two certifications from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for its Class 4 P7-C chassis cab vehicle. These certifications include Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) certification covering the complete vehicle and the new Zero Emission Powertrain (ZEP) certification.
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Daimler Truck begins delivery of Rizon EVs in California
Daimler Truck AG has started deliveries of its electric Rizon trucks in California, marking the initial step in the rollout process. These all-electric trucks, belonging to the US Class 4 and 5 categories, are tailored to meet the needs of various customers.
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Visiongain Reports: Hydrogen fuelling stations market projected to grow at 25.6% CAGR by 2034
Visiongain has released a comprehensive report titled “Hydrogen Fuelling Stations Market Report 2024-2034,” providing forecasts and analyses covering various aspects of the global hydrogen fuelling stations market. The report delves into types of stations, sizes, technologies, applications, regional market analysis, leading companies, and the impact of COVID-19.