All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 18
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ArticleXos and ElectraMeccanica announce merger
Xos and ElectraMeccanica have announced a definitive arrangement agreement for Xos to acquire all issued and outstanding common shares of ElectraMeccanica in an all-stock transaction.
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ArticleSiemens AG scoops up Heliox for enhanced electric vehicle charging solutions
Siemens AG has successfully acquired Heliox, a leading provider of DC fast charging solutions specialising in eBus and eTruck fleets, as well as passenger vehicles.
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ArticleIMC 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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ArticleBelfast City Council adopts HVO-powered vehicles in move towards net zero
Belfast City Council has successfully transitioned over 200 vehicles, including bin lorries and street sweepers, to operate on HVO, marking a significant step toward achieving its net-zero targets, according to an announcement from the council. This initiative represents nearly 50% of the council’s heavy goods vehicle fleet.
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ArticleVeolia 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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ArticleChargePoint announces workforce cuts as part of strategic reorganisation
ChargePoint, a California-based charging solutions manufacturer, has revealed plans to reduce its global workforce by approximately 12% as a component of a broader strategic reorganisation. The decision is aimed at enhancing financial performance and positioning the company for sustained, long-term growth, according to an official statement.
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ArticleDKV Mobility partners with Milence to expand eTruck charging network
DKV Mobility has joined forces with Milence to enhance its eTruck charging network. The collaboration aims to provide high-performance ev charging points with up to 400 kW charging power.
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ArticleE.On opens TestingLab to advance charging and energy technologies
E.On, the energy company, has inaugurated a TestingLab at its German headquarters dedicated to the testing of charging and energy technologies. The lab is designed to evaluate the requirements for entire electric truck fleets, offering testing capabilities of up to three megawatts of power.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks receives approval for UK plug-in grant on four electric models
Volvo Trucks has achieved a significant milestone as the first truck manufacturer in the UK to gain approval for four different low-emission vehicle models under the UK government’s plug-in grant scheme, offering incentives of up to £25,000 on new registrations.
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ArticleHyundai delivers 500 fuel cell vehicles in China through H2 solutions joint venture
Hyundai has delivered 500 fuel cell commercial vehicles in Guangzhou, marking the start of a significant deployment.
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ArticleHyzon Motors deploys 19 hydrogen fuel cell trucks worldwide in 2023
Hyzon Motors has announced that in 2023 it deployed 19 vehicles under commercial agreements, meeting its annual guidance of 15-20 vehicles.
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ArticleMicrosoft’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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ArticlePNDC tests HVS’s prototype
Glasgow-based energy systems research company PNDC has taken delivery of HVS’s first prototype of a hydrogen-powered medium-duty commercial vehicle.
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ArticleAustralia’s Hydrogen Headstart program unveils top projects
Australia’s Hydrogen Headstart program has shortlisted six green hydrogen projects, totaling over 3.5GW of capacity, for A$2 billion ($1.35 billion) in subsidies.
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ArticleDAF Trucks prepares UK sales centres for electric vehicle integration
DAF Trucks is gearing up its UK Dealer network to fully support the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).
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ArticleDHL Supply Chain North America introduces electric trucks to its fleet
DHL Supply Chain has recently introduced its first Class 8 electric trucks, currently operational in California.
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ArticleHonda and Isuzu commence testing of Giga Fuel Cell truck on Japanese roads
Japanese automakers Honda and Isuzu have initiated the testing phase for their jointly-developed ‘Giga Fuel Cell’ truck on public roads in Japan. The testing period, set to run until September 2024, aligns with the timeline previously announced by the companies.
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ArticleNikola and FirstElement Fuel formalise 10-year partnership to advance hydrogen fueling infrastructure
Nikola and FirstElement Fuel (FEF), a leading provider of hydrogen refueling solutions, have formalised a 10-year agreement to facilitate the refueling of Nikola’s hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks at FEF’s hydrogen refueling station in Oakland, California.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks expands electric fleet into Latin America with first deliveries to Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay
Volvo Trucks has successfully expanded its reach into Latin America by delivering eight heavy-duty electric trucks to customers in Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. This marks the first instance of Volvo’s sale of zero-exhaust emission trucks in the region.