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Maritime Transport places 18-truck order for zero-emission vehicles
Maritime Transport has made a move towards sustainability by placing a substantial order for 18 battery-electric, 42-tonne tractor units. This purchase marks the initial phase of acquiring a total of 48 battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks to be deployed across its network. The initiative is part of the ZEHID ...
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Vehicle Index
DAF XF Electric
Manufacturer: DAF
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Rigid
Mission: Medium -
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DAF XD Electric
Manufacturer: DAF
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Rigid
Mission: Medium -
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DAF LF Electric
Manufacturer: DAF
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Rigid
Mission: Urban -
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DAF CF Electric - Tractor
Manufacturer: DAF
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Tractor
Mission: Heavy -
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DAF CF Electric - Rigid
Manufacturer: DAF
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Rigid
Mission: Medium -
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Hyzon HYMAX 70t
Manufacturer: Hyzon
Energy type: Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Vehicle type: Tractor
Mission: Heavy -
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Hyzon HYMAX 46t
Manufacturer: Hyzon
Energy type: Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Vehicle type: Tractor
Mission: Heavy -
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Hyzon HYMAX 24t
Manufacturer: Hyzon
Energy type: Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Vehicle type: Tractor
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Gridserve 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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The Battery Electric Truck Trial (BETT)
In June 2021, DAF was awarded funding through the Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) funded by the Department for Transport and delivered by Innovate UK, as part of the Zero Emission Road Freight Competition. The funding is for the deployment and research on the performance of 20 DAF LF Battery ...
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Freight Carbon Zero Podcast - Episode 2 - live from Road Transport Expo
The latest espisode of the Freight Carbon Zero summer podcast series features the “Big Debate” live from Road Transport Expo where we brought together representatives from the truck manufacturers to discuss the future of HGVs.
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First of the Einride electric trucks go on the road in the UK
Following the announcement of Einride’s UK market entry in April 2023, with Walkers Crisps, the first two vehicles have now entered service.
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DAF Trucks introduces new generation trucks optimised for 100% HVO
DAF Trucks is taking significant steps towards reducing CO₂ emissions by preparing its combustion engines to utilise new eco-friendly fuels.
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First electric EcoCombi introduced on Dutch roads
Vlot Logistics is the first company in the Netherlands to integrate a fully electric EcoCombi into its fleet. The company’s innovative addition is the DAF CF Electric rigid combination, which includes a dolly and semi-trailer equipped with an electrically driven Hiab hook arm, alongside a 23-tonne/metre crane.
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Einride and DAF sign letter of intent for 50 electric trucks
Einride has joined forces with DAF to accelerate the electrification of road freight transport. The two companies have signed a letter of intent for the supply of 50 fully electric New Generation DAF trucks, marking a significant milestone in sustainable transportation.
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DAF’s new electric truck factory starts production of XD and XF electric trucks
DAF has announced the opening of its new assembly plant for battery electric trucks, which is set to start series production of the company’s latest generation of battery electric trucks, the XD and XF Electric, this summer.
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People Profiles
Peterbilt
Position: General Manager Name: Jason Skoog Linkedin: Jason Skoog | LinkedIn Personel Description: Jason Skoog is an experienced business leader and the current General Manager at Peterbilt Motors, a subsidiary of PACCAR, Inc. With over 20 years at PACCAR, he has held various roles in sales, finance, ...
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Manufacturer Profile
Peterbilt
Peterbilt Trucks is an iconic American brand that has been manufacturing heavy-duty trucks since 1939. Known for their reliability, durability, and superior performance, Peterbilt trucks has become a staple in the transportation industry, particularly in the North American market. The company has a reputation for producing high-quality vehicles that are ...
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Manufacturer Profile
MAGTEC
Founded in 1992, Magtec is the UK’s largest supplier of electric drive systems and specialist hybrid solutions. The firm designs, develops, produces, installs, and repowers electric drive systems and components for a variety of vehicle types, including commercial heavy goods trucks, buses, off-road multi-wheeled and tracked defense vehicles, and bespoke ...