All Battery Electric articles – Page 9
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ArticleVoltloader and Welch’s collaborate to advance electric HGV operations
Voltloader, a provider of electric bulk haulage and HGV charging solutions, and Welch Group, a transport and logistics company, have announced a successful collaboration that underscores the growing potential of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) for regional deliveries.
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ArticleQuantron introduces first hydrogen fuel cell light and heavy-duty trucks
Quantron AG has announced the launch of its fuel cell-powered light and heavy-duty trucks. This move is part of its strategy to achieve cost parity between zero-emission and diesel commercial vehicles through global partnerships with commercial vehicle and component manufacturers. Details of these partnerships will be unveiled at the IAA ...
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ArticleLion Electric achieves final certification for LionBattery HD battery pack
Lion Electric has announced the final certification for its heavy-duty battery pack, the LionBattery HD. This lithium-ion battery pack is specifically designed for the company’s heavy-duty trucks.
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ArticleMilence opens Europe’s largest public charging hub for electric trucks
Milence has inaugurated Europe’s largest public charging hubs for electric heavy-duty vehicles at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium. The port, handling 289 million tonnes of cargo annually, is a significant global trade hub and a key location for Milence’s network.
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ArticleThe ’magic formula’ for decarbonisation
There’s been a flurry of announcements from MAN Truck & Bus recently on its zero-emission vehicles, so when we got wind that the company CEO, Alexander Vlaskamp, was in the UK, we had to secure an exclusive interview. Andy Salter tracked him down.
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ArticleScania unwraps Erinion , a new company tasked with delivering 40,000 depot charging points by 2030
To support the transition to electric transport, Scania CV AB has announced the launch of Erinion, a new company focused on private and semi-public charging solutions. This strategic initiative aims to install 40,000 new charging points at customer locations, enhancing Scania Group’s e-Mobility offerings within the transport ecosystem.
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ArticleHHLA introduces electric trucks to decarbonise port logistics
In early June, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) introduced its first two electric trucks at its subsidiary Container-Transport-Dienst GmbH (CTD). This move is part of HHLA’s sustainability strategy to reduce carbon emissions in logistics and provide more environmentally friendly transport solutions.
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ArticleExpect Distribution joins eFreight 2030 consortium as founding member
Expect Distribution has joined the eFreight 2030 Consortium as a founding member, a new initiative working with the UK Government to decarbonise the haulage industry through a zero-emission Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and infrastructure demonstrator program.
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ArticleMilence Announces Third Charging Hub in Åstorp, Sweden
Milence, the joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP, and the Volvo Group, has announced the establishment of its third charging hub in Sweden, located in Åstorp. Milence is dedicated to promoting a fossil-free future for road transport by developing a large-scale public electric charging network across Europe for ...
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ArticleGreenPower Unveils the EV Star ReeferX: A New All-Electric Refrigerated Medium-Duty Truck
GreenPower Motor Company Inc has introduced the EV Star ReeferX, a new all-electric refrigerated medium-duty delivery truck. The EV Star ReeferX is now available for orders.
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ArticleKempower inaugurates new EV charger manufacturing facility in Durham, North Carolina
Kempower has officially opened its new EV charger manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This plant aims to serve electric vehicle drivers and fleet owners in the United States and Canada.
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ArticleVolvo FH Electric takes the prize at ITOY trophy handover during RTX
As orignally reported on Commercial Motor, Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland MD Christian Coolsaet was officially handed the International Truck of the Year (IToY) trophy in front of the award-winning FH Electric.
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Trailblazer Interview: Ian Dennis Zenobe part 2
In last week’s newsletter, we published the first part of our interview with Zenobē Business Development Director, Ian Dennis. He had so much to say we couldn’t cover it all in our 750-word slot, so we’re going again and turning the spotlight on the thorny issues of residual values, contract ...
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ArticleThermo King AxlePower launches electric refrigeration for Woolworths’ trailers in South Africa, saving 27 tonnes of CO2 annually
Thermo King announced that Woolworths and DP World have become the first in Africa to utilise the Thermo King AxlePower energy recovery system. This advancement aims to enhance sustainability within the African transport sector, with the new Thermo King refrigerated trailer now operational on Woolworths’ route between Johannesburg and Cape ...
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ArticleDesignwerk introduces new mobile fast charger MDC 88-920
Designwerk Technologies AG has unveiled its latest innovation in charging technology: the MDC 88-920, a mobile DC fast charger. This new device is designed to meet the growing demand for efficient overnight charging of commercial vehicles with large battery capacities.
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ArticleWattEV expands fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks to over 180
WattEV, a leading developer of electric truck charging infrastructure, announced at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo that it will expand its battery electric truck fleet from 36 to more than 180 by the end of the year. This expansion follows the opening of five new charging depots within the ...
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ArticleHexagon Purus and Hino Trucks launch Tern: A new electric heavy-duty truck brand
At the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Hexagon Purus and Hino Trucks announced the introduction of Tern, a new zero-emission truck brand, and its first model, the RC8. This Class 8 battery electric tractor is designed for the US market and aims to support the transition to electric fleets.
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ArticleLion Electric unveils the new Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 truck for North America
The Lion Electric Company introduced the Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 commercial truck, at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo.
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ArticleDHL Group expands electric truck charging infrastructure with E.ON
DHL Group has announced a partnership with energy provider E.ON to expand the charging infrastructure for electric trucks in Germany. This collaboration involves the installation of fast-charging stations at DHL Group distribution centres across the country.
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Trailblazer Interview: Ian Dennis, Zenobē
Zenobē is fast-building a strong reputation for knowing its onions when it comes to supporting the industry in its journey to net zero. We caught up with Ian Dennis, Director of Business Development at Zenobē to find out why everybody is talking about the company.