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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 ...
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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.
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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.
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ArticleINTERVIEW with Voltloader: Pioneering all-electric haulage and collaborative charging networks
In an exclusive interview, Freight Carbon Zero spoke with Voltloader CEO Dave Rose, and Head of Haulage Services, Bertie Steggles, about the company’s innovative approach to zero emission logistics in the UK’s agricultural sector.
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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.
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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.
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Article300 Volvo e-trucks order propels DSV to top spot in European EV fleets
Volvo Trucks and global logistics company DSV have signed a cooperation agreement for the supply of 300 electric heavy trucks. The deal is one of the largest commercial orders to date for Volvo electric trucks.
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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.
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ArticleDesignwerk Technologies’ Lowliner EV available “to borrow”
The Swiss e-Mobility specialist Designwerk Technologies, is offering customers and interested parties the opportunity to test a fully electric Designwerk Lowliner. The test programme allows companies to borrow the vehicle for two to four weeks for use in their daily operations.
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ArticleWindrose Technology sets goal of 10,000 electric trucks on the road by 2027
Despite being only two and a half years old, Windrose Technology has set itself an ambitious target of having 10,000 of its electric trucks on the road in 2027, with Founder and CEO Wan Han admitting its “an agressive target” but one that “isn’t that crazy”.
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ArticleMack trucks updates MD series with new features
Mack Trucks has announced updates to its MD Series of medium-duty trucks, which includes both diesel and electric models. The changes include a larger cab and new safety features.
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ArticlePalletline welcomes Renault E Tech truck to its fleet for central London deliveries
As orginally published on our sister publication Commercial Motor’s website, UK pallet network Palletline has taken delivery of it’s first electric truck - a 19-tonne Renault E Tech - deploying the vehicle into its central London operations. Using a Zenobe charger, the truck can recharge in four to six hours, ...
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ArticleLiebherr’s hydrogen-powered haul truck arrives at Fortescue’s Australian mine for testing
Liebherr, a German-Swiss multinational equipment manufacturer, has delivered its hydrogen-powered Liebherr T 264 haul truck prototype to Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. The truck, named ”Europa”, will undergo testing in an active mining environment over the coming months.
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ArticleMack Trucks delivers electric medium-duty vehicle to ABC Supply Co
American truck manufacturer Mack Trucks and Kriete Truck Centers delivered a Mack MD Electric vehicle to ABC Supply Co., Inc. in Beloit, Wisconsin. This is the first electric medium-duty truck in ABC Supply’s fleet and the first Mack MD Electric to operate in the state.
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ArticleUS agricultural firm Soli Organic introduces first battery-electric truck in its fleet
Soli Organic, an indoor agriculture company, has announced the addition of a battery-electric truck to its fleet. The company is working with Penske Truck Leasing to deploy a Freightliner eCascadia vehicle at its Virginia-based logistics hub.
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ArticleTevva assets going under the hammer as time runs out for rescue bid
The Joint Administrator’s proposal notice for Tevva Motors has been published on Companies House shedding further light on the company’s demise, the failed bid to find a buyer and the plans for the final liquidation of the assets including vehicles, batteries and the manufacturing equipment at the company’s Tilbury factory.
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ArticleNew Way and Hyzon begin trials of hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse truck
New Way Trucks and Hyzon announced the start of trials for their hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric refuse vehicle (FCEV) in North America. The companies first unveiled this vehicle at Waste Expo in Las Vegas in May 2024.
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ArticleSANY delivers 20 electric terminal tractors to Brazil’s third largest container port
SANY Brazil announced the delivery of 20 electric terminal tractors to Itapoa Terminais Portuarios, a marine terminal port services provider in Brazil. This delivery is part of what SANY describes as Brazil’s largest port electrification project to date.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz Trucks completes 45-day eActros 600 European Testing Tour
In a landmark achievement for electric long-haul trucking, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has successfully concluded its eActros 600 European Tour. Two near-series prototypes of the eActros 600 covered over 15,000 kilometres each across 22 countries, demonstrating the viability of battery-electric technology for long-distance freight transport. Mercedes-Benz Trucks eActros 600 ...
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ArticleToyota launches hydrogen fuel cell truck pilot programme with Coca-Cola and Air Liquide
Toyota, in collaboration with Coca-Cola and Air Liquide, has launched a pilot programme to test a hydrogen fuel cell truck for long-haul logistics. The project, which began on 24 July 2024, aims to evaluate the potential of hydrogen technology in heavy-duty transportation.