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Iveco Group teams up with BASF electric vehicle battery recycling solution
Iveco Group has chosen BASF as its partner to implement a recycling solution for the lithium-ion batteries used in the Group’s electric vehicles.
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Boortmalt introduces electric trucks to cut carbon footprint in malt deliveries
Boortmalt, a malt firm based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, has embarked on an initiative to significantly reduce its carbon footprint by incorporating a 44-tonne electric truck into its delivery fleet.
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MAN celebrates successful market launch of the new MAN eTruck
In an encouraging development for the electric commercial vehicle sector, MAN has announced the near sell-out of the “Limited Edition” models of its 2024 MAN eTruck, designed for long-distance transport.
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Tevva London announces first drive event of 2024
Tevva is putting its merger troubles of the past six months behind it, announcing a renewed UK sales push with the first customer Drive Event scheduled for Thursday, 22 February.
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California considers ban on grey and blue hydrogen for transportation and power generation
A proposed amendment to a draft bill in the California State Legislature could impose stricter regulations on hydrogen production and use, potentially surpassing federal guidelines.
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Zurich orders 26 electric waste collection vehicles from Designwerk
Swiss eMobility specialist Designwerk has been awarded a significant contract by the city of Zurich for the delivery of 26 fully electric waste collection vehicles, marking the largest order in the company’s history. The LOW CAB Collect 6x2R 450E vehicles are scheduled to be completed and handed over to the ...
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WattEV secures $75.6 Million federal grants to expand West Coast electric truck charging infrastructure
The new grant funding will be used to develop three new commercial vehicle charging sites in California as the west coast state continues its drive to decarbonise the road freight transportation sector.
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Powerday introduces Volvo FE electric skiploaders for waste management in London
Powerday, a recycling and waste management company, has recently integrated two Volvo FE Electric skiploaders into its commercial vehicle fleet, marking a step towards sustainable waste management in London.
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Daimler, Paccar and Cummins choose Mississippi for battery cell production factory
Cummins’ zero-emissions business segment, Accelera, along with Daimler Trucks and Paccar, have identified Marshall County, Mississippi, as the future site for advanced battery cell manufacturing for their collaborative venture.
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EU Council and Parliament agree CO2 emission standards for trucks
Negotiators from the EU Council and the European Parliament have reached a provisional political agreement on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs). The agreement includes new targets for 2030, 2035, and 2040, aligning with the EU’s 2030 climate ambitions and the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050.
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Quantron makes UK entry with hydrogen vehicle deployment in the UK’s Tees Valley
Novuna Vehicle Solutions, a major fleet leasing provider in the UK and advocate for zero-emission vehicles, has secured funding exceeding £2.1 million as part of the Tees Valley Hydrogen Vehicle Ecosystem (HYVE) consortium which will see Quantron making its debut in the UK.
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Xos and ElectraMeccanica announce merger
Xos and ElectraMeccanica have announced a definitive arrangement agreement for Xos to acquire all issued and outstanding common shares of ElectraMeccanica in an all-stock transaction.
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Siemens AG scoops up Heliox for enhanced electric vehicle charging solutions
Siemens AG has successfully acquired Heliox, a leading provider of DC fast charging solutions specialising in eBus and eTruck fleets, as well as passenger vehicles.
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IMC rejects battery-electric vehicles and opts for hydrogen-powered Nikola trucks
IMC, a leading US logistics firm specialising in container transport, has placed a $22-million order for 50 Nikola fuel-cell trucks. The decision comes after a two-year test indicated battery electric vehicles weren’t suitable for the company’s operations in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
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Bridgestone and Webfleet launch “game changing” ev Services Platform
As orginally reported on our sister publication Motor Transport, Bridgestone and Webfleet have launched the EV Services Platform which connects fleets with a network of service providers to help them optimise their electric vehicle (EV) operations.
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Belfast City Council adopts HVO-powered vehicles in move towards net zero
Belfast City Council has successfully transitioned over 200 vehicles, including bin lorries and street sweepers, to operate on HVO, marking a significant step toward achieving its net-zero targets, according to an announcement from the council. This initiative represents nearly 50% of the council’s heavy goods vehicle fleet.
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Veolia introduces vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology for waste collection trucks
At the “Deep Dive Energy” event in London, Veolia has introduced vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. This development enables waste collection trucks to contribute stored energy from their batteries back to the grid, potentially powering homes across the UK.
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ChargePoint announces workforce cuts as part of strategic reorganisation
ChargePoint, a California-based charging solutions manufacturer, has revealed plans to reduce its global workforce by approximately 12% as a component of a broader strategic reorganisation. The decision is aimed at enhancing financial performance and positioning the company for sustained, long-term growth, according to an official statement.
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DKV Mobility partners with Milence to expand eTruck charging network
DKV Mobility has joined forces with Milence to enhance its eTruck charging network. The collaboration aims to provide high-performance ev charging points with up to 400 kW charging power.
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E.On opens TestingLab to advance charging and energy technologies
E.On, the energy company, has inaugurated a TestingLab at its German headquarters dedicated to the testing of charging and energy technologies. The lab is designed to evaluate the requirements for entire electric truck fleets, offering testing capabilities of up to three megawatts of power.