Electric projects, development & infrastructure – Page 2
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Plug Power announces new Class 6 fuel cell electric truck for US middle-mile deliveries
Plug Power has unveiled its latest development: the integration of a Class 6 medium-duty fuel cell electric truck. This vehicle combines a commercial Class 6 chassis-cab with Plug’s advanced ProGen fuel cell technology and a well-established electric propulsion system
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NHS Wales collaborates with Magtec to pilot battery-powered HGVs for sustainable transport
Magtec, along with subcontractors Dynamon and UK Power Networks, have spearheaded a project aimed at encouraging the integration of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in the transportation sector. The collaboration developed a predictive tool to aid fleet managers in transitioning to electric vehicles, focusing on manufacturing and certifying 10 battery-powered ...
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Tevva Motors files for insolvency amidst search for new investors
British electric truck manufacturer Tevva Motors has filed for the appointment of an insolvency administrator in an effort to secure time to find new investors while under creditor protection.
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AF Blakemore & Son receives first electric truck deliveries as part of electric freightway program
The Electric Freightway programme has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of the first fully electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) to AF Blakemore & Son, a major player in the UK’s retail and foodservice sectors. This initiative, part of the Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator Programme (ZEHID), is ...
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Webfleet introduces EV transition tool to streamline fleet electrification
Webfleet, a fleet management solution by Bridgestone, has unveiled its new EV Transition Tool aimed at aiding businesses in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) or expanding their existing EV fleets. This tool, developed as part of the EV Services Platform, intends to streamline the transition process, facilitating sustainability goals and operational ...
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Sligro Food Group pioneers sustainable logistics in Amsterdam
Sligro Food Group aims to replace diesel trucks with battery electric vehicles, starting with an investment in 26 electric trucks, with plans for 25 more.
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Mack Trucks invests $14.5 million in Roanoke Valley operations expansion to meet demands for new EVs
Mack Trucks has announced a $14.5 million investment to expand its Roanoke Valley Operations (RVO) manufacturing facility in Virginia. The aim of this expansion is to accommodate the anticipated increase in demand for the Mack MD Electric vehicles.
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Flexible Power Systems secures investment to launch electric fleet management platform
Flexible Power Systems (FPS) has successfully secured £2.7 million in external investment to propel the commercialisation of its electric vehicle (EV) and charger management platform, FPS Operate.
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Australian Government funds project for wireless charging of heavy electric vehicles
The Australian Government has allocated a $3 million grant to support the adoption of electric heavy vehicles in the country. Led by Swinburne University of Technology, the project aims to integrate dynamic wireless charging technology into roads, allowing trucks and buses to charge wirelessly while on the move.
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Heineken and Einride launch cross-border electric freight initiative to cut CO2 emissions
Heineken, in collaboration with Einride, has announced its inaugural cross-border electric freight journey, signaling a significant step forward in reshaping freight mobility.
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Volvo completes acquisition of Proterra’s battery business for $210 million
The Volvo Group’s recent acquisition of Proterra’s battery business signifies a strategic move to bolster its presence in the electric vehicle market, promising advancements in sustainable transportation solutions.
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XPO Logistics expands electrified fleet with order for 165 Renault Trucks
XPO Logistics has reinforced its commitment to sustainability by placing an order for 165 Renault Trucks electric vehicles, including 105 Renault Trucks E-Tech T 44t. The collaboration between Renault Trucks and XPO Logistics aims to contribute to the ongoing efforts in decarbonising the transportation sector.
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MAN expands Salzgitter logistics centre for electric vehicle demand
MAN Truck & Bus is expanding its global logistics centre in Salzgitter, Germany to meet the growing demand for components related to electric vehicles, particularly batteries and battery parts.
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Mars collaborates with Einride to deploy 300 digital electric trucks in Europe by 2030
Mars has joined forces with Einride to introduce a fleet of 300 electric and digitally optimised heavy-duty trucks across its European network by 2030.
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IMC rejects battery-electric vehicles and opts for hydrogen-powered Nikola trucks
IMC, a leading US logistics firm specialising in container transport, has placed a $22-million order for 50 Nikola fuel-cell trucks. The decision comes after a two-year test indicated battery electric vehicles weren’t suitable for the company’s operations in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
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Bridgestone and Webfleet launch “game changing” ev Services Platform
As orginally reported on our sister publication Motor Transport, Bridgestone and Webfleet have launched the EV Services Platform which connects fleets with a network of service providers to help them optimise their electric vehicle (EV) operations.
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Veolia introduces vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology for waste collection trucks
At the “Deep Dive Energy” event in London, Veolia has introduced vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. This development enables waste collection trucks to contribute stored energy from their batteries back to the grid, potentially powering homes across the UK.
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Microsoft’s AI accelerates discovery of potential lithium replacement for EV batteries
Microsoft, in collaboration with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) under the US Department of Energy, has utilised artificial intelligence (AI) and a supercomputer to identify a new substance that could serve as an alternative to lithium in electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
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Walmart Canada introduces electric trucks in British Columbia
Walmart Canada has taken a significant step in its sustainability initiatives by deploying its first three battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia semi-trucks in British Columbia.
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