Latest vehicle news – Page 3
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ArticleLunaz upcycled electric refuse trucks approved for operation in London
Lunaz has received approval for its refuse trucks to operate in London, having achieved the highest Direct Vision Standard (DVS) rating for driver visibility.
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ArticleTimes up for Arrival’s UK business as administrators called in
Troubled times for Arrival as first it shares were suspended from the NASDAQ and now it has called in the administrators at its two UK businesses.
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ArticleThermo King starts production of E-500e, a fully electric temperature controlled solution for light commercial vehicles
Thermo King has officially commenced production of its new fully electric E-500e as part of the flagship E-Series designed specifically for electric light commercial vehicles (LCV). The introduction of this model addresses the evolving needs of fleet operators engaged in urban and inner-city deliveries, seeking sustainable and energy-efficient solutions.
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ArticleRevoy introduces new technology enabling diesel semi-trucks to become hybrids in minutes
Revoy, a startup specialising in sustainable transportation solutions, has developed a groundbreaking technology called the Revoy EV, designed to convert existing diesel semi-trucks into hybrids quickly and efficiently. The innovative system reduces emissions by up to 80%.
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ArticleHolcim chooses Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for sustainable fleet expansion
Holcim, a world-leading building materials producer, has announced a major 1000-truck deal of the eActros 600, the largest single order for the electric truck.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks introduces electric-only FM Low Entry model for urban transport
A busy time for Volvo Trucks as it continues its product range renewal, with the Volvo FM Low Entry the latest new model to join the line-up. This battery electric-only model is designed for urban transport, catering to various assignments such as waste management, distribution, and construction.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks introduces VNL model in North America
Volvo Trucks has recently introduced a new model, the Volvo VNL, in North America, aiming to establish elevated standards in the heavy-duty trucking industry.
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ArticleNew FH Aero model released by Volvo Trucks
Volvo Trucks has taken the wraps off, what it claims to be its most efficient truck ever, the new FH Aero.
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ArticleHyzon Motors development plans on track with 19 fuel cell electric truck deployments in 2023
Hyzon Motors is tracking in line with its annual vehicle deplopyment targets, anouncing it has 19 hydrogen-fuelled vehicles currently in operation around the world.
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ArticleBoortmalt 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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ArticleMAN 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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ArticleTevva 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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ArticlePowerday 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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ArticleVolvo Trucks receives approval for UK plug-in grant on four electric models
Volvo Trucks has achieved a significant milestone as the first truck manufacturer in the UK to gain approval for four different low-emission vehicle models under the UK government’s plug-in grant scheme, offering incentives of up to £25,000 on new registrations.
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ArticleDecarbonisation Summit 2023 brings UK road freight sector together
Nearly 200 delegates attended the Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit in Birmingham last November to discuss a range of issues associated with the environmental sustainability of the sector. We’ve published a special supplement on the topic in Motor Transport and released the recordings of the panel discussions, live from the event.
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ArticleHyundai delivers 500 fuel cell vehicles in China through H2 solutions joint venture
Hyundai has delivered 500 fuel cell commercial vehicles in Guangzhou, marking the start of a significant deployment.
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ArticlePNDC tests HVS’s prototype
Glasgow-based energy systems research company PNDC has taken delivery of HVS’s first prototype of a hydrogen-powered medium-duty commercial vehicle.
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ArticleHonda and Isuzu commence testing of Giga Fuel Cell truck on Japanese roads
Japanese automakers Honda and Isuzu have initiated the testing phase for their jointly-developed ‘Giga Fuel Cell’ truck on public roads in Japan. The testing period, set to run until September 2024, aligns with the timeline previously announced by the companies.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks expands electric fleet into Latin America with first deliveries to Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay
Volvo Trucks has successfully expanded its reach into Latin America by delivering eight heavy-duty electric trucks to customers in Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. This marks the first instance of Volvo’s sale of zero-exhaust emission trucks in the region.
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ArticleDaimler Truck launches first customer-trial fleet of GenH2 Trucks
Daimler Truck is making significant strides in the decarbonisation of transportation with the development of its Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Trucks, marking a crucial step toward hydrogen-powered, CO2-free long-distance transport.