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Volvo Group swoops for Proterra’s battery business
Volvo Group has announced it has been selected as the winning bidder in an auction for the business and assets of the Proterra Powered business unit at a purchase price of $210 million
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Voltloader 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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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
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Volvo’s SuperTruck 2: A milestone in fuel efficiency
Volvo Trucks’ SuperTruck 2 marks a achievement in fuel efficiency, surpassing the US Department of Energy’s challenge with a remarkable 134% improvement. This innovation results from a blend of advanced aerodynamics and weight reduction, setting the stage for real-world applications and enhanced production models. Volvo is set to unveil the ...
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Freight Carbon Zero podcast: Exclusive interview with Lars Stenqvist, Volvo Group CTO
The latest edition of the Freight Carbon Zero podcast is live! We’ve been to Gothenburg for an exclusive interview with Volvo Group Chief Technology Officer, Lars Stenqvist
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Volvo Trucks launches new fast charging service for electric trucks
Volvo Trucks introduces a pioneering service to facilitate seamless access to a national network of fast chargers for electric trucks in Sweden. This innovative initiative, powered by renewable energy sources, marks a significant leap forward in promoting sustainable heavy transportation.
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Freight Carbon Zero guide to battery electric truck implementation available for download
In partnership with Volvo Trucks we’ve produced our guide to battery electric truck implementation covering the key tips and advices in introducing battery electric vehicles in your fleet.
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Volvo Trucks and Verbund forge collaboration for electric truck solutions
Volvo Trucks and the Austrian energy group Verbund have joined forces to provide eMobility solutions, with an initial project involving three Volvo electric trucks deployed at Brau Union Österreich AG.
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Volvo Trucks accelerates electric revolution with Ghent factory production
Volvo Trucks takes a leap toward eco-friendly transportation as it commences serial production of heavy battery electric trucks at its Ghent factory, expanding its electric truck production across Europe and the United States.
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Evri trials two Volvo electric trucks for final and middle mile deliveries
Parcel delivery company Evri is trialling two electric HGVs this month as it moves to reduce emissions in the first and middle mile of a parcel’s journey.
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Volvo Group reports strong growth in battery electric truck deliveries, but order intake cools
In the first half of 2023, the Volvo Group posted a 253% growth in electric truck deliveries compared to the same period last year. The Group delivered a total of 1,442 electric trucks during this time.