All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 4
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ArticleSurecam partners with Optimize to enhance fleet safety and efficiency
Surecam, a fleet safety specialist, has recently partnered with Optimize, a leading provider of pay-as-you-go optimization solutions, to offer an integrated solution aimed at enhancing driver safety and route compliance for fleet operators. This collaboration is expected to not only improve safety measures but also lead to cost reduction, increased ...
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ArticleBP Pulse acquires Ashford truck stop
BP Pulse, the electric vehicle charging brand of BP, has recently acquired the freehold of Ashford International Truckstop in Kent, one of Europe’s largest truck stops. This acquisition is part of BP Pulse’s strategic initiative to establish a Europe-wide network of electric truck (EV) charging infrastructure.
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ArticleNorth Rhine-Westphalia invests €20 million in hydrogen truck refueling stations expansion
The state government of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany, has allocated €20 million ($21.85 million) to five companies for the establishment of seven new hydrogen refuelling stations (HRSs) designated for trucks.
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ArticleMilence announces its first electric truck charging hub in France
Milence has announced its third public truck charging facility in Europe, this time in Heudebouville, within the logistics district south of Rouen, France. The hub occupies a strategic geographical position, positioned midway between Paris and Le Havre.
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ArticleFlexible Power Systems secures investment to launch electric fleet management platform
Flexible Power Systems (FPS) has successfully secured £2.7 million in external investment to propel the commercialisation of its electric vehicle (EV) and charger management platform, FPS Operate.
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ArticleThe future regulation of the European commercial vehicle industry
Late last year, the European Parliament and Council (EC) announced a provisional agreement on the Euro VII legislation, pending formal adoption. This legislation, a part of the EU’s roadmap towards “near-zero emission vehicles by 2035” under the broader European Green Deal, encompasses cars, vans, and heavy-duty vehicles within a single ...
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ArticleDB Schenker pioneers electric truck adoption in arctic conditions with Fuso eCanter
Two Fuso eCanter trucks have entered the DB Schenker fleet in Finland, where they operate daily in challenging weather conditions near the Arctic Circle. These 7.5-tonne battery-electric trucks are employed for last-mile deliveries in regions like Kuusamo and Oulu, facing deep snow and temperatures as low as -30degC between October ...
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ArticleDesignwerk releases consumption analysis for 2023 electric trucks
Designwerk shares exclusive consumption data from its fleet in 2023, shedding light on the real-world performance across various applications.
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ArticleWestport Fuel Systems and Volvo Group confirm joint venture to develop fuel system technology
Westport has announced the signing of an investment agreement with Volvo Group to establish a joint venture (JV)which aims to accelerate the commercialisation and global adoption of Westport’s high pressure direct injection (HPDI) fuel system technology for long-haul and off-road applications.
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ArticleMannok Partners with HVS for hydrogen fuel cell truck trial in 2025
HVS has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Mannok Build Ltd to explore the integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) into the Mannok fleet.
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ArticleDaimler Truck North America introduces battery-electric vehicle dealer certification
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has announced the launch of a comprehensive Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) dealer certification programme to ensure a seamless experience for customers transitioning to electric trucks.
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ArticleMack Trucks starts production of Mack MD electric
Mack Trucks has announced its second battery-electric vehicle (BEV), the MD Electric, has gone into production and the first units have been delivered to customers, ABF Freight, DC Logistics, Mission Linen, and Pronto Freight Ways, to start operational testing.
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ArticleVolta re-ignites truck building agreement with Steyr Automotive
The announcement by Volta Commercial Vehicles that it has reached an agreement with Steyr Automotive, to produce its battery electric truck signals an important step in the company’s recovery from the ashes of administration last year.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz eEconic electric truck debuts as aircraft refueling vehicle
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks has introduced the world’s first electric refueling vehicle, based on the Mercedes-Benz eEconic truck, to Skytanking, a refueling service provider at Stuttgart Airport.
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ArticleDutch DAF dealer the first to install new "microgrid" electricity supply for battery trucks
Paccar Parts Europe has recently completed the installation of an on-site power supply system at DAF’s BEST Trucks dealership in Barendrecht, the Netherlands.
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ArticleGridserve’s Electric Freightway project gives progress update
The Electric Freightway programme, spearheaded by Gridserve and principal partner Hitachi ZeroCarbon, has published its first report, demonstration the project is making rapid progress with the first battery electric trucks ready for the road in Q2 2024.
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ArticleNFI and Electrify America collaborate to launch DC Fast Charging Hub in California
NFI, a prominent North American third-party logistics provider, and Electrify America, the largest open DC fast-charging network in the US, have unveiled a new DC fast charging facility in Ontario, California. The inauguration took place on February 27, marking a significant milestone in advancing the electrification of drayage operations between ...
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ArticleLosses mount at Nikola as it reports $966 million net loss in 2023
More woes for the US hydrogen truck manufacturer Nikola, which has disclosed a net loss of $966 million for the fiscal year 2023, significantly surpassing its $784 million loss in 2022.
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ArticleBAE Systems selects Forsee Power’s ZEN PLUS battery system for Class 7 truck powertrain in North America
Forsee Power, a specialist in smart battery systems for sustainable electromobility, has announced a collaboration with BAE Systems, a leading provider of heavy-duty electric powertrains. BAE Systems will integrate Forsee Power’s ZEN PLUS battery system into the powertrain of a Class 7 demonstration truck Gen3 in North America.
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ArticleAustralian Government funds project for wireless charging of heavy electric vehicles
The Australian Government has allocated a $3 million grant to support the adoption of electric heavy vehicles in the country. Led by Swinburne University of Technology, the project aims to integrate dynamic wireless charging technology into roads, allowing trucks and buses to charge wirelessly while on the move.