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Chamberlain Transport to save 150 tonnes of CO2 annually with HVO fleet switch
Family-owned British haulier Chamberlain Transport has transitioned its local delivery vehicles to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), potentially reducing carbon emissions by 150 tonnes per year.
Dachser launches emission-free delivery zone in Cologne city centre
Logistics provider Dachser has established an entirely emission-free delivery zone in central Cologne, Germany using only battery-electric vehicles across eight postal code areas.
KLM Catering Services launches world’s first 100% electric catering trucks
KLM Catering Services (KCS) has introduced two fully electric and refrigerated catering trucks, marking a significant milestone in sustainable airport ground operations.
BMW implements specialised E-Lowliner trucks from Designwerk Technologies
BMW and Mercedes-Benz, two of Germany’s leading automobile manufacturers, have incorporated electric trucks from Designwerk Technologies into their logistics operations to enhance sustainability.
Renault to launch 600km range variant of E-Tech T in 2025
Renault Trucks has announced an extended-range electric truck model for long-haul transport, set to take orders from the second half of 2025.
B&Q introduces electric delivery trucks to help reach 2040 net zero targets
B&Q, the UK’s leading home improvement retailer, has announced the addition of electric HGVs to its delivery fleet as part of its environmental sustainability initiatives.
Quantron seeking rescue bid before year end
Quantron is pressing ahead with operations under insolvency proceedings with a core team of 40 employees remaining in place, as restructuring efforts and a search for investors aim to secure the company’s future by the end of 2024.
Windrose Technology eyes UK market for ground breaking electric truck
Windrose Technology, the trailblazing electric truck manufacturer, has confirmed its ambitions to enter the UK market with its state-of-the-art long-haul electric truck and is looking for operators to suggest the perfect trial routes.
RAC initiates HVO fuel trial with Certas Energy for recovery truck fleet
The RAC has begun testing hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) supplieed by Certas Energy as an alternative fuel source for seven recovery trucks operating from its Walsall headquarters, as part of its carbon reduction strategy.
Daimler's all-electric Rizon brand ships first trucks to Canada
Daimler Truck’s all-electric Rizon brand has made its first shipment of class 4-5 vehicles to Canada, with an initial 12 units arriving in British Columbia. The remaining 10 vehicles from the 22-unit order are scheduled to arrive later this month.
