All Projects & Development articles – Page 5
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ArticleJapanese consortium, Including Toyota and SMFG, to establish hydrogen investment fund
Japan’s hydrogen industry takes a leap forward as Toyota, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, and a consortium of companies collaborate to establish a dedicated fund aimed at boosting the nation’s hydrogen infrastructure. The Japan Hydrogen Association, consisting of around 280 private sector companies, is behind this effort, aiming to have the ...
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ArticleQuantron AG and Ford Trucks announce collaboration to develop hydrogen vehicles
Quantron and Ford Trucks have announced a letter of intent to explore the joint development of a hydrogen fuel cell version of the Ford F-Max heavy truck range,
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ArticleNikola Corporation reports Q3 2023 results and business updates
Nikola Corporation’s Q3 2023 results reveal a positive outlook as the company capitalises on strong demand for its zero-emission trucks, despite facing recall challenges. The focus on hydrogen fuel cell electric and battery-electric trucks aligns with evolving regulations and incentives, particularly in California, where significant opportunities for market share are ...
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ArticleTevva filing $75 million lawsuit against ElectraMeccanica
Tevva Motors, has announced it is filing a lawsuit in the United States District Court in Arizona against ElectraMeccanica Vehicles (EMV) as well as the company’s CEO Susan Docherty seeking ”redress for the improper and unmerited purported termination of the binding merger arrangement agreement with Tevva”. Tevva re-engaging ...
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ArticleFurther details of the £200m government-funded ZERFD project released
The Department for Transport (DfT) has released transparency data detailing the projects which have been successful in securing a share of the £200m funding.
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ArticleNew laws to improve electric vehicle charging approved by MPs
The UK Parliament has approved new regulations designed to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, offering EV drivers greater transparency, easier payments, and more reliable charging points. These regulations also require charge point operators to share data, facilitating better access to charging station information. With the UK having reached over ...
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ArticleToyota announces breakthrough collaboration to manufacture solid state batteries
Idemitsu Kosan and Toyota Motor Corporation have teamed up to develop the technology and production capabilities needed for all-solid-state batteries, with series production as early as 2027.
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ArticleHyzon Motors deploys first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in commercial trial with Remondis
Hyzon Motors introduces its first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in collaboration with Remondis Australia
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ArticleTevva regroups after ElectraMeccanica merger falls apart
Following the termination of its merger agreement with ElectraMeccanica, Tevva has come out fighting, refuting the basis on which the termination was announced and re-shaping its management team to get the business back on track.
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ArticleGerman parliament introduces CO2 surcharge for truck tolls
The Bundestag has approved the addition of a CO2 component in the German road charging, set to effect from 01 December 2023. The new toll system will affect vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes, with varying toll rates depending on CO2 emissions.
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ArticleGridserve releases further details of its ZERFD project award
Gridserve has secured £62.7 million Government funding for its “Electric Freightway” project as part of the recently announced ZERFD programme
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ArticleZERFD programme gets green light with £200 million funding
Four projects will share the £200 million ZERFD programme funding as UK Government finally announces the programme go-live
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero podcast: Exclusive interview with Lars Stenqvist, Volvo Group CTO
The latest edition of the Freight Carbon Zero podcast is live! We’ve been to Gothenburg for an exclusive interview with Volvo Group Chief Technology Officer, Lars Stenqvist
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ArticleVolvo Trucks launches new fast charging service for electric trucks
Volvo Trucks introduces a pioneering service to facilitate seamless access to a national network of fast chargers for electric trucks in Sweden. This innovative initiative, powered by renewable energy sources, marks a significant leap forward in promoting sustainable heavy transportation.
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ArticleKuehne+Nagel to launch carbon insetting scheme for HVO and electric trucks
As orginallly published on Motor Transport, Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) introduces a pioneering Book & Claim insetting program, enabling operators to actively reduce transport emissions by investing in low-emission practices like hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and electric trucks within their own supply chains. This sustainable initiative, initially launched in Europe and expanding ...
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ArticleUK and Germany join forces to advance hydrogen developments
First published by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and Lord Callanan, The UK and Germany has announced a partnership to advance hydrogen technology and trade, aiming to accelerate the global growth of sustainable hydrogen solutions while bolstering their energy security and pursuit of net-zero emissions by ...
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ArticleKingston Council and Veolia collaborate on electric fleet for sustainable waste collection
Kingston Council’s partnership with Veolia introduces a fleet of 27 electric collection vehicles, reducing emissions and noise while expanding recycling services.
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ArticleWawa partners with Penske for electric truck trials
Convenience store chain Wawa has announced its entry into the realm of electric trucks, in partnership with Penske, marking a significant step towards sustainable transportation. Thesix-month pilot programme aims to explore the potential of electric trucks in its fleet, while simultaneously expanding its electric vehicle charging infrastructure.