Lizzy Hughes
With a newly acquired undergraduate degree in Geography and a passion for topics relating to sustainability, I am thrilled to join the team as a research assistant. My role involves gathering valuable information on road freight and commercial vehicle decarbonisation, contributing to cutting-edge research in this crucial field.
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ArticleGreenlane begins construction of EV charging site in Colton, California
Greenlane, a joint venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, and BlackRock, has begun construction on an electric vehicle charging site in Colton, California.
ArticleDaimler Truck Financial services unveils all-in-one packages for electric fleet adoption
Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) has announced plans to expand its offerings beyond traditional financial services to include a range of solutions for zero-emission vehicles.
ArticleMAN to unveil new 12-tonne eTGL electric truck at IAA Hannover 2024
MAN Truck & Bus has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the MAN eTGL which it will unveil at the IAA Transportation 2024 show in Hannover between 17-22 September. The new 12-tonne electric truck completes MAN’s electric truck portfolio, which now covers vehicles from 12 to 42 ...
ArticleTUAL introduces swappable PowerBank to extend range of electric HGVs
TUAL, a company specialising in electric commercial vehicle charging solutions, has announced a new ’swappable power bank’ product aimed at addressing range limitations for electric HGVs.
ArticleFuso reveals plans to construct pilot facility for reusing EV battery materials
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has announced plans to construct a test facility for recovering materials from used electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The facility, to be built at MFTBC’s Kawasaki Plant, is in partnership with battery recycling specialist True 2 Materials (T2M).
ArticleE.ON opens its first electric truck charging station in Germany at the Port of Hamburg
E.ON has launched a charging station for electric trucks at the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) grounds, adjacent to the A7 motorway. This marks E.ON’s first dedicated charging site for electric trucks in Germany.
ArticleVolvo Trucks increases use of low carbon steel across its truck production range
Volvo Trucks is expanding its use of low-CO2-emission steel in its vehicle production. The steel, produced using recycled materials and fossil-free energy, will be incorporated into tens of thousands of Volvo trucks starting next year.
ArticleLong-range 600km battery electric Volvo FH set for launch next year
Volvo Trucks has announced plans to launch a new heavy-duty electric truck capable of traveling up to 600 kilometers on a single charge. The vehicle, set to be released in the second half of 2025, represents an advancement in long-distance transport with zero tailpipe emissions.
ArticleHyzon, New Way, and Recology join US Department of Energy at Clean Energy event showcasing North America’s first hydrogen refuse truck
Hyzon Motors, a US-based hydrogen fuel cell technology manufacturer, together with New Way Trucks, a leading refuse truck body manufacturer, and Recology, a company known for sustainable waste management, presented North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric refuse truck. The vehicle was displayed to key figures, including US Department of ...
ArticleNikola Corporation appoints new Chief Commercial Officer
Zero emission vehicle manufacturer and energy solutions provider Nikola Corporation, has announced the appointment of Thomas “Tom” Schmitt as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
ArticleHydrogen Vehicle Systems ranked in top 5% globally for climate performance
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has been awarded the Gold Medal by Greenly, a digital carbon footprint analysis company. This recognition places HVS in the top 5% of companies globally for climate action and environmental responsibility, according to Greenly’s evaluation.
ArticleKempower to provide electric truck charging solutions for DFDS
Kempower, a provider of EV fast-charging solutions, has entered into an agreement with DFDS, a European shipping and logistics company, to supply fast-charging solutions for DFDS’ charging stations.
ArticleSourcewell agreement simplifies purchasing process of Nikola’s zero emission trucks for public sector in the US
OEM Nikola Corporation has been awarded a contract by Sourcewell, a cooperative purchasing organisation, that will make the purchasing of its zero emission trucks a lot simpler for public sector organisations in the US.
Article89 electric FUSO eCanters to revolutionise waste collection in Athens and Thessaloniki
The Greek cities of Athens and Thessaloniki have ordered 89 FUSO eCanter electric trucks equipped with specialised waste collection bodies from KAOUSSIS. These vehicles are designed for urban waste collection, particularly organic waste, in metropolitan areas.
ArticleVolvo introduces new electric truck charging service
Volvo Trucks has launched a new service called Charging Management, designed to help transport companies manage the charging of their electric trucks at their own depots. This service is part of Volvo’s ongoing efforts to expand its electric vehicle support offerings.
ArticleRecology tests New Way and Hyzon hydrogen electric refuse truck in San Francisco
Recology, an employee-owned waste management company, has begun testing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric refuse collection vehicle developed in partnership with New Way Trucks and Hyzon. This marks the first trial of such a vehicle in the United States.
ArticleDAF Trucks joins European charging station booking platform
DAF Trucks has become a member of HDV Booking, a consortium developing a platform for reserving public charging points for trucks in Europe. The initiative aims to improve the usability of electric trucks, particularly for long-distance transport.
ArticleTata Motors partners with Delta Electronics and Thunderplus to expand India EV charging network
Tata Motors, a commercial vehicle manufacturer in India, has announced a collaboration with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions Pvt to install 250 new fast charging stations for electric commercial vehicles across the country. These stations will be located in and around over 50 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, ...
ArticleReFuels begins construction of Bio-CNG refueling station in Livingston, Scotland
ReFuels N.V., a supplier of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for HGVs, has started construction on a new refueling station in Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland. The public access station will operate under the CNG Fuels brand and is located between Edinburgh and Glasgow.
ArticleFUSO presents electric vehicles at GaLaBau 2024
FUSO Trucks will showcase four electric vehicles at the GaLaBau 2024 trade fair in Nuremberg from 11-14 September. The event focuses on urban greenery and open spaces, featuring trends and innovations in horticulture and landscaping.