All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 29
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ArticleTata Group to establish battery factory in the UK
Tata Motors, part of the Tata Group, has announced plans to build its first battery cell factory outside of India in the United Kingdom. The British government has officially confirmed the decision.
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ArticleLion Electric secures funding for North American expansion
Lion Electric, a prominent North American electric utility vehicle manufacturer, has successfully raised $142 million to support its expansion plans in Canada and the United States.
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ArticleReFuels expands biomethane network with new station in Corby
ReFuels N.V., a leading supplier of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonising heavy goods vehicles, has opened its 12th public access Bio-CNG refueling station in Corby, Northamptonshire.
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ArticleRoyal Mail shifts to renewable fuel HVO for HGVs as electric alternatives await development
Royal Mail is replacing diesel fuel with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in some of its truck fleet as a renewable alternative. HVO is a biofuel that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% and does not require any modifications to engines or fuelling infrastructure.
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ArticleFormula 1 and DHL introduce Biofueled trucks for European races in 2023
Formula 1 and its Official Logistics Partner, DHL, have announced the introduction of biofueled trucks for the European races of the 2023 season.
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ArticleEU rules mandate charging stations every 120 km by 2028
The European Parliament has drafted new rules that mandate the installation of charging and refueling stations at regular intervals across the continent, aiming to make clean transportation more accessible and convenient for all.
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ArticleSANY introduces fully electric eTRUCKS to Europe
The adoption of electromobility is gaining momentum, and SANY has presented its latest fully electric trucks as a viable solution for efficient construction site logistics. The iONTRON offers energy efficiency, extended range, and zero emissions, making them particularly suitable for deployment in European markets, especially in urban areas.
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ArticleHyzon Motors reaches milestone in production of 200kW single-stack fuel cell system
Hyzon Motors has announced a significant milestone in the production of its 200kW single-stack Fuel Cell System (FCS).
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ArticleBosch commences volume production of hydrogen fuel-cell power module
Bosch has initiated volume production of its fuel-cell power module, with Nikola Corporation serving as the pilot customer. This powertrain will be integrated into their Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck, which is scheduled to enter the North American market in the third quarter of 2023.
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ArticleNew EU proposal aims to accelerate electric truck adoption by increasing weight limits
In a bid to expedite the uptake of electric and hydrogen trucks, the European Union has put forth a new proposal to increase weight limits for zero-emission trucks.
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ArticleSupply chain survival depends on people, digitalisation, automation, and decarbonisation, experts warn
Industry experts are sounding the alarm that the future of supply chains is at risk unless immediate action is taken. At SCALA’s 20th annual supply chain debate, senior figures emphasized the need for significant changes over the next decade to tackle new challenges and meet net-zero targets.
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ArticleVolta Trucks selects shift electric mobility and STS Sydhamnens Trailer Service as certified service partners
Volta Trucks has announced the appointment of Shift Electric Mobility and STS Sydhamnens Trailer Service as its Certified Service Partners in Sweden.
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ArticleChina’s new energy vehicle registrations surge
The new energy commercial vehicle market in China continues to experience significant growth, according to Interact Analysis’ Research Associate, Yvonne Zhang.
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ArticleNikola reports increased truck sales in Q2 despite production drop
Nikola has announced that it sold 66 trucks at retail during the second quarter, doubling its sales compared to the previous period.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz commences construction of InnoLab Battery in Mannheim
Mercedes-Benz, a division of Daimler Truck, has commenced the construction of its InnoLab Battery facility in Mannheim. The building is expected to be ready for use by August, with plans to establish a pilot line for the prototypical production of battery cells and assembly of batteries in the coming months.
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ArticleNikola secures $42 million grant from California for hydrogen truck stations
Nikola has received a grant from the California Transportation Commission to construct hydrogen fueling stations for hydrogen-powered semis.
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ArticleBYD to boost sustainable transportation in Brazil with electric vehicle production investment
BYD is set to make a significant investment in Brazil to start building electric cars, buses, and trucks. This move comes as a result of the support offered by the Brazilian government and aims to fill the void left by Ford, which closed its industrial complex in the state of Bahia last year.
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ArticleTesco embraces sustainable delivery with new Volvo FM electric truck
Volvo Trucks has recently provided Tesco, a leading UK supermarket, with a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit as part of the retailer’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035. This marks the introduction of the first zero tailpipe emission 40-tonne electric Volvo model into the fleet of a UK supermarket.
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ArticleNikola to liquidate assets of battery supplier Romeo Power as struggles continue
EV truck manufacturer Nikola has announced its decision to liquidate the assets of battery supplier Romeo Power, less than a year after acquiring the company.
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ArticleNikola to become EVCO as Iveco finalise acquisition
Iveco, the commercial vehicle manufacturer, has successfully finalised its acquisition of the Ulm-based joint venture with Nikola, which specializes in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).