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ArticleHGVzero23: Logistics giants re-group to promote transition to cleaner fuels
As orginally reported by our sister publication Motor Transport, big names such as Stobart, XPO and Coca-Cola are once again teaming up to launch a cross-industry action group focusing on the decarbonisation of trucks: HGVzero23.
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The EU project EMPOWER has begun with the development of two zero emissions trucks
EMPOWER, a European research project, was recently launched. The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology will conduct research in a world-class collaboration over the next three years to produce two flexible, modular, and scalable emission-free heavy-duty vehicles weighing 40 tonnes or more. Both trucks are powered by an electric motor. Although ...
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Volvo Trucks delivers its first heavy electric truck, the FE electric, to Africa
Volvo Trucks has delivered its first heavy electric truck to the refuse collection company Arma in Morocco, making it the first heavy battery-electric truck from a global manufacturer to be in commercial operation in Africa.
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Rivian negotiates with Amazon to lift exclusivity clause amid lower-than-expected orders
Rivian, the electric vehicle (EV) maker, is reportedly in talks with Amazon to lift the exclusivity clause in their agreement. The clause, which dates back to 2019, grants Amazon the exclusive right to purchase Rivian’s electric delivery vans until 2030. However, due to lower-than-expected orders, Rivian is seeking to sell ...
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Hyliko chooses Atawey for its first mobile hydrogen charging station in Paris
Fuel cell vehicle producer Hyliko, has signed its first hydrogen charging station rental contract with Atawey. The contract was signed at the Hyvolution exhibition, held in early February, and means fuelling supplier Atawey will provide a mobile hydrogen station in the Paris region in September 2023. The ...
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Struggling EV Developer Arrival Secures $300 Million from Westwood Capital
Arrival, the British electric vehicle (EV) developer, has received a $300 million injection from Westwood Capital, a move that could potentially give the company a lifeline to pull through the year.
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Designwerk Technologies, a Swiss corporation, is increasing its market position in Europe with a Swedish expansion
Designwerk Technologies AG, a Swiss electromobility specialist, has expanded its market position in Europe by offering mobile fast chargers for commercial vehicles in Sweden through its new sales partner, Svensk Fordonsladdning. The mobile DC fast charging solutions from Designwerk provides fast and stable charging cycles with power ranging from 22 ...
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DHL Supply Chain Introduces UK’s First Fully Electric Volvo Heavy Duty Tractor Units
DHL Supply Chain has announced the introduction of the UK’s first fully electric Volvo heavy-duty tractor units. The four Volvo FM electric trucks are designed for high-capacity deliveries operating at 40 tonnes and directly replace diesel vehicles on a range of activities. Featuring Volvo’s largest 540kWh battery which provides 666hp, ...
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Evri signs net-zero deal with Zedify and Urb-it for Bristol CAZ deliveries
As orginally reported by our sister publication Motor Transport, Evri has partnered with Zedify and Urb-it to provide 100% carbon free deliveries in the Bristol Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Zedify and Urb-it will use their e-cargo bikes to deliver to consumers’ homes within the CAZ, meaning all ...
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Hyzon confirms DB Schenker has deployed a fuel cell electric truck in operations in Germany
Hyzon Motors and DB Schenker are leading the charge towards sustainable logistics operations with the deployment of a Fuel Cell Electric Truck in Germany. The heavy-duty vehicle, powered by Hyzon’s zero-emission fuel cell technology, is being used in daily operations between Cologne and Eupen, Belgium, making it the first of ...
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Cummins launches Accelera: Providing zero-emission solutions for a sustainable future
Cummins has bundled its range of zero emissions products and services to create Accelera by Cummins, a new brand for its New Power business unit.
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Renault Trucks 2022 business results reveal accelerated transition to electric mobility
The year 2022 has been a remarkable year for Renault Trucks, as the company cements its position as a key player in the electric mobility sector.
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Asset Alliance inks £160m deal with DAF for 1,500 electric and diesel trucks
As orginally report by our sister publication Motor Transport, Asset Alliance Group has agreed an order with DAF for 1,500 new electric and diesel trucks, in a deal worth more than £160m.
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Tevva and Ecobat join forces for sustainable battery Management solutions
Tevva has announced a strategic partnership with EcoBat, the global leader in battery recycling, for the management of its lithium-ion batteries. The collaboration will begin with a 12-month pilot phase for first-life battery management, with the potential to expand into additional energy storage and recycling solutions. In the unlikely event ...
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Volta Trucks to open new Truck as a Service Hubs in Germany and Spain, expanding its network
Volta trucks is expanding its Truck as a Service (TaaS) Hub network in Europe with two new sites confirmed in Duisburg, Germany and Madrid, Spain. Both locations will offer comprehensive customer support, training, maintenance, and servicing to the trucks operating in those markets, with the Hubs scheduled to open soon.
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Nikola reports production figures and financial losses in fourth quarter results
US truck manufacturer Nikola Motor recently reported its fiscal 2022 results, with sales amounting to $50.8 million and losses totalling $784 million. The fourth quarter of 2022 saw revenues of $6.56 million, a significant drop from the third quarter’s $24.2 million, with losses of $222.1 million, says the company. Production ...
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Sheffield Clean Air Zone now live and charging non-compliant trucks £50 to enter the city
Sheffield’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) has now gone live, with non-compliant HGVs having to pay £50 a day to enter the inner ring road and city centre. The Class C CAZ affects non-Euro-6 trucks from 27 February, as well as light goods vehicles, buses and coaches. Those ...
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Recharge Industries acquires Britishvolt to build UK’s first battery gigafactory
Australian company Recharge Industries, a leading provider of battery technology and a portfolio company of Scale Facilitation, has successfully bought BritishVolt. The move is set to create the UK’s first gigafactory. The acquisition will also play a critical role in the UK’s industrial and net zero strategies.
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Nikola, E.ON, and Richter Group join forces to decarbonise Germany’s heavy-duty fleet
Nikola Corporation, E.ON, and Richter Group have announced a letter of intent for an initial order of 20, heavy-duty Nikola Tre hydrogen electric vehicles and the hydrogen needed to supply them. The partnership aims to decarbonise the logistics industry in Europe by providing hydrogen electric trucks, green hydrogen, and the ...
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Hyzon Motors granted extended Nasaq delisting stay
Hyzon Motors Inc., the fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) producer, announced on February 17, 2023, it has received a letter from the Nasdaq Hearings Panel granting its request to extend the stay of delisting, pending a hearing before the panel and a final determination regarding Hyzon’s listing status. ...
