All articles by Lizzy Hughes – Page 4
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ArticleMAN delivers first 40-tonne electric truck to customer Dräxlmaier
MAN Truck & Bus has commenced delivery of its fully electric heavy-duty truck, marking a significant step in the company’s transition to electric vehicles. The first 40-tonne electric truck was delivered to automotive supplier DRÄXLMAIER Group in Leipzig.
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ArticleGreen hydrogen partnership unveiled: Lhyfe to fuel KEYOU’s converted truck fleet in Germany
French green hydrogen producer Lhyfe and hydrogen truck retrofitter KEYOU have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on hydrogen mobility projects in Germany, beginning in the Baden-Württemberg region.
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ArticleBMW Leipzig deploys electric trucks for battery production, slashing 9 tonnes of CO2 annually
BMW Group Plant Leipzig has deployed two electric trucks to transport components between its logistics centre and high-voltage battery production facilities. The trucks are expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 9 tonnes annually compared to diesel alternatives.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz receives major electric truck order from Dutch logistics firm
Dutch logistics provider Simon Loos has placed an order for 75 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks, expanding their electric fleet to 135 vehicles. The order was finalised at the IAA Transportation show in Hannover last month.
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ArticleHyzon obtains quality certification for its fuel cell amid production milestone
Hyzon, a U.S.-based hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer, has received ISO 9001:2015 certification for its fuel cell manufacturing, design, and research and development processes. Bureau Veritas issued the certification, which validates the company’s development and production processes meet international quality management standards.
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ArticleMilence adds Sweden to its line-up as plans for Europe-wide truck charging network take shape
Milence, a joint venture between Daimler, Traton, and Volvo, has launched its first charging hub for heavy-duty electric vehicles in Sweden. The facility, located in Varberg, marks the company’s entry into the Nordic market and is part of a larger plan to establish 10 such hubs across Sweden.
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ArticleTesla Semi “exceeds efficiency expectations” in DHL California trials
DHL Supply Chain USA has recently completed a trial of Tesla’s electric semi-truck, marking a step in the logistics company’s efforts to reduce emissions in its operations.
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ArticleMack Defense to present MD6 electric truck at US army exhibition
Mack Defense will showcase its MD6 Electric truck at the upcoming Association of the United States Army (AUSA) 2024 Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., from 14-16 October. The presentation of the electric vehicle highlights the military’s growing interest in electric vehicle technologies for logistics and combat operations.
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ArticleIndian vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland begins delivery of electric trucks to Billion Electric
Ashok Leyland, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer and flagship company of the Hinduja Group, has commenced the delivery of its electric trucks to e-mobility platform provider, Billion Electric Mobility, part of Group BillionE. The vehicles signed off include the AVTR 55T Electric, BOSS 19T Electric, and BOSS 14T Electric trucks. ...
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ArticlePet food giant begins hydrogen truck deliveries in California with Nikola's Class 8 semi
Nestlé Purina PetCare has initiated its first zero-tailpipe-emission delivery service using a hydrogen fuel cell electric semi-truck in California. The company, working with The Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) and Nikola Corporation, is using the vehicle to transport products between three Californian cities of Stockton, Maricopa, and Modesto.
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ArticleFlooring distributor ADL adds two Volvo FM electric trucks to fleet in sustainability push
Alliance Flooring Distribution (ADL) has expanded its vehicle fleet with two Volvo FM Electric trucks and a Volvo FH Aero 460 tractor unit, adding to two electric trucks acquired earlier this year. The vehicles will operate from the company’s Worcester distribution center, which features various environmental initiatives including solar panels ...
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ArticleRenault’s E-Tech T makes UK debut: eFREIGHT 2030 and Welch’s Transport lead the charge
A 42-tonne electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) has been delivered to Welch’s Transport in Cambridgeshire, marking the first deployment in the UK government’s Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator (ZEHID) Programme. The vehicle, a Renault Trucks E-Tech T 4x2, will operate from Welch’s Transport’s Duxford site for regional distribution and ...
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ArticleHyzon launches production of high-power hydrogen fuel cell system
Hyzon Motors has announced the start of production for its 200kW single-stack fuel cell system at its Illinois facility. The company, which manufactures hydrogen fuel cell systems, describes the Bolingbrook site as one of the largest integrated fuel cell production facilities in the United States.
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ArticleSiemens to separate electric vehicle charging business into independent entity
Siemens announced today its intention to carve out its eMobility business unit, which will combine with recently acquired Heliox to form a new dedicated legal structure focused on electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
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ArticleHydrogen vehicle firms join forces to develop racing demonstrators
Manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) and Dawson Technologies have signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of hydrogen fuel cell-powered racing cars. The five-year partnership will focus on completing two demonstration vehicles for Grand Touring racing.
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ArticleZero-emission chopper fuel: Mercedes-Benz eEconic debuts at Airbus
In a move toward reducing emissions, Airbus Helicopters has begun using an electric truck to refuel its aircraft at its German facility, marking a shift away from traditional diesel-powered vehicles.
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ArticleFrench logistics firm GT Solutions unveils first in-depot electric truck charging site near Paris
GT Solutions, a French transportation and logistics company, has opened an electric truck charging facility at its Aulnay-sous-Bois depot north of Paris. The site features charging infrastructure provided by Finnish manufacturer Kempower in collaboration with EV software provider Virta.
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ArticleUK’s Hydrogen Vehicle Systems moves into Europe with deal with Spain’s Kopala International
British truck producer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Spanish renewable energy project developer Kopala International to supply left-hand drive hydrogen-electric HGVs under HVS’s Transition to Zero Programme.
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ArticleBradford's low carbon hydrogen initiative set to produce hydrogen by 2027
Bradford City Hall hosted a gathering of industry representatives, local government officials, stakeholders, and climate experts to discuss the city’s hydrogen production project and its potential role in the region’s low-carbon initiatives.