All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 10
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ArticleDaimler Truck unveils TruckCharge brand for infrastructure and charging services in Europe
Daimler Truck has announced the launch of its new TruckCharge brand in Europe, consolidating its e-infrastructure and charging services for electric trucks. The brand encompasses consulting, hardware, and digital services, aiming to offer a comprehensive and cost-efficient solution for electric truck operations. TruckCharge will be officially introduced at the IAA ...
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ArticleVoltloader and Welch’s collaborate to advance electric HGV operations
Voltloader, a provider of electric bulk haulage and HGV charging solutions, and Welch Group, a transport and logistics company, have announced a successful collaboration that underscores the growing potential of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) for regional deliveries.
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ArticleQuantron introduces first hydrogen fuel cell light and heavy-duty trucks
Quantron AG has announced the launch of its fuel cell-powered light and heavy-duty trucks. This move is part of its strategy to achieve cost parity between zero-emission and diesel commercial vehicles through global partnerships with commercial vehicle and component manufacturers. Details of these partnerships will be unveiled at the IAA ...
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ArticleLion Electric achieves final certification for LionBattery HD battery pack
Lion Electric has announced the final certification for its heavy-duty battery pack, the LionBattery HD. This lithium-ion battery pack is specifically designed for the company’s heavy-duty trucks.
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ArticleMilence opens Europe’s largest public charging hub for electric trucks
Milence has inaugurated Europe’s largest public charging hubs for electric heavy-duty vehicles at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium. The port, handling 289 million tonnes of cargo annually, is a significant global trade hub and a key location for Milence’s network.
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ArticleScania unwraps Erinion , a new company tasked with delivering 40,000 depot charging points by 2030
To support the transition to electric transport, Scania CV AB has announced the launch of Erinion, a new company focused on private and semi-public charging solutions. This strategic initiative aims to install 40,000 new charging points at customer locations, enhancing Scania Group’s e-Mobility offerings within the transport ecosystem.
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ArticleHHLA introduces electric trucks to decarbonise port logistics
In early June, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) introduced its first two electric trucks at its subsidiary Container-Transport-Dienst GmbH (CTD). This move is part of HHLA’s sustainability strategy to reduce carbon emissions in logistics and provide more environmentally friendly transport solutions.
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ArticleGoodyear launches 2024 sustainable reality survey to explore transportation industry’s sustainability practices
Goodyear is calling on fleet operators to participate in its Sustainable Reality Survey, to investigate sustainability practices within the European transportation industry.
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ArticleScania launches 6x2 CNG-fueled tractor unit
Scania UK has partnered with ReFuels to introduce a new three-axle, 6x2 CNG tractor unit in the UK.
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ArticleRescue for Tevva Motors possible in weeks, says Joint Administrator
Administrators acting for Tevva Motors have issued a statement indicating a potential purchaser for the business has emerged and a deal to rescue the UK start-up truck builder could be concluded in the coming weeks.
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ArticleExpect Distribution joins eFreight 2030 consortium as founding member
Expect Distribution has joined the eFreight 2030 Consortium as a founding member, a new initiative working with the UK Government to decarbonise the haulage industry through a zero-emission Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and infrastructure demonstrator program.
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ArticleMilence Announces Third Charging Hub in Åstorp, Sweden
Milence, the joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP, and the Volvo Group, has announced the establishment of its third charging hub in Sweden, located in Åstorp. Milence is dedicated to promoting a fossil-free future for road transport by developing a large-scale public electric charging network across Europe for ...
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ArticleGreenPower Unveils the EV Star ReeferX: A New All-Electric Refrigerated Medium-Duty Truck
GreenPower Motor Company Inc has introduced the EV Star ReeferX, a new all-electric refrigerated medium-duty delivery truck. The EV Star ReeferX is now available for orders.
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ArticleHVS secures agreement to supply 30 fuel cell trucks to explore plant & transport solutions
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first hydrogen fuel cell truck original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has signed a partnership agreement with Explore Plant & Transport Solutions (Explore) to supply 30 hydrogen electric tractor units for Explore’s fleet.
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ArticleKempower inaugurates new EV charger manufacturing facility in Durham, North Carolina
Kempower has officially opened its new EV charger manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This plant aims to serve electric vehicle drivers and fleet owners in the United States and Canada.
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ArticleVolvo FH Electric takes the prize at ITOY trophy handover during RTX
As orignally reported on Commercial Motor, Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland MD Christian Coolsaet was officially handed the International Truck of the Year (IToY) trophy in front of the award-winning FH Electric.
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ArticleIveco and Foton announce collaboration on vehicle technology and market development
Iveco and Foton, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential collaboration in electric vehicles and components, as well as joint business opportunities in Europe and South America.
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ArticleThermo King AxlePower launches electric refrigeration for Woolworths’ trailers in South Africa, saving 27 tonnes of CO2 annually
Thermo King announced that Woolworths and DP World have become the first in Africa to utilise the Thermo King AxlePower energy recovery system. This advancement aims to enhance sustainability within the African transport sector, with the new Thermo King refrigerated trailer now operational on Woolworths’ route between Johannesburg and Cape ...
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ArticleDesignwerk introduces new mobile fast charger MDC 88-920
Designwerk Technologies AG has unveiled its latest innovation in charging technology: the MDC 88-920, a mobile DC fast charger. This new device is designed to meet the growing demand for efficient overnight charging of commercial vehicles with large battery capacities.
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ArticleWattEV expands fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks to over 180
WattEV, a leading developer of electric truck charging infrastructure, announced at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo that it will expand its battery electric truck fleet from 36 to more than 180 by the end of the year. This expansion follows the opening of five new charging depots within the ...