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ArticleDaimler Truck North America adds first EV for its aftermarket parts delivery in Arizona
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has introduced a battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia into its aftermarket operations in Arizona. The vehicle is being operated by the manufacturer’s logistics partner J.B. Hunt Transport to deliver aftermarket parts from DTNA’s parts distribution centre in Phoenix to multiple dealers.
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ArticleHVO trial slashes 87 tonnes of carbon in just one month for Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases
Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI have reported significant carbon emission reductions in the first month of their Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel trial. The initiative, which began as a three-month experiment, has already cut emissions by an impressive 87 tonnes.
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ArticleTesla stakes out plans for European Semi truck launch
At a packed conference session at the IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover, Dan Priestley, Senior Manager for the Semi at Tesla, outlined the plans for the US auto maker’s European assault with its heavy-duty truck range, hinting at a 2027 market entry for the truck.
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ArticleMAN hydrogen truck wins Innovation trophy in International Truck of the Year competition
The MAN hTGX, a heavy-duty truck with a hydrogen combustion engine, has been awarded the 2025 Truck Innovation Award. The award was presented to Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, at the IAA Transportation Press Day in Hanover by the International Truck of the Year (IToY) journalists.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz eActros 600 voted International Truck of the Year 2025 at IAA Transportation
The eActros 600 from Mercedes-Benz Trucks has been named “International Truck of the Year 2025” by a jury of 24 commercial vehicle press editors and journalists from across Europe, marking the second time an electric truck has won the award since its inception in 1977.
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ArticleScania presents electric and biofuel vehicle lineup at IAA Transportation 2024
Scania is showcasing its range of electrified and biofuel heavy trucks at the IAA Transportation show in Hanover, Germany this week. The manufacturer is introducing a new battery electric tractor and displaying electric vehicles for various applications, including timber trucks.
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ArticleFUSO showcases electric eCanter variants at IAA Transportation 2024
FUSO is presenting its battery-electric Next Generation eCanter in various configurations at IAA Transportation 2024 in Hanover, Germany this week. The showcase includes an 8.55 t eCanter with a municipal waste collection body and another 8.55 t model with a 6.2 m box body for logistics use.
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ArticleMAN to unveil new 12-tonne eTGL electric truck at IAA Hannover 2024
MAN Truck & Bus has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the MAN eTGL which it will unveil at the IAA Transportation 2024 show in Hannover between 17-22 September. The new 12-tonne electric truck completes MAN’s electric truck portfolio, which now covers vehicles from 12 to 42 ...
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ArticleVolvo Trucks increases use of low carbon steel across its truck production range
Volvo Trucks is expanding its use of low-CO2-emission steel in its vehicle production. The steel, produced using recycled materials and fossil-free energy, will be incorporated into tens of thousands of Volvo trucks starting next year.
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ArticleLong-range 600km battery electric Volvo FH set for launch next year
Volvo Trucks has announced plans to launch a new heavy-duty electric truck capable of traveling up to 600 kilometers on a single charge. The vehicle, set to be released in the second half of 2025, represents an advancement in long-distance transport with zero tailpipe emissions.
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ArticleINTERVIEW with Voltloader: Pioneering all-electric haulage and collaborative charging networks
In an exclusive interview, Freight Carbon Zero spoke with Voltloader CEO Dave Rose, and Head of Haulage Services, Bertie Steggles, about the company’s innovative approach to zero emission logistics in the UK’s agricultural sector.
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Article89 electric FUSO eCanters to revolutionise waste collection in Athens and Thessaloniki
The Greek cities of Athens and Thessaloniki have ordered 89 FUSO eCanter electric trucks equipped with specialised waste collection bodies from KAOUSSIS. These vehicles are designed for urban waste collection, particularly organic waste, in metropolitan areas.
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ArticleRecology tests New Way and Hyzon hydrogen electric refuse truck in San Francisco
Recology, an employee-owned waste management company, has begun testing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric refuse collection vehicle developed in partnership with New Way Trucks and Hyzon. This marks the first trial of such a vehicle in the United States.
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Article300 Volvo e-trucks order propels DSV to top spot in European EV fleets
Volvo Trucks and global logistics company DSV have signed a cooperation agreement for the supply of 300 electric heavy trucks. The deal is one of the largest commercial orders to date for Volvo electric trucks.
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ArticleFUSO presents electric vehicles at GaLaBau 2024
FUSO Trucks will showcase four electric vehicles at the GaLaBau 2024 trade fair in Nuremberg from 11-14 September. The event focuses on urban greenery and open spaces, featuring trends and innovations in horticulture and landscaping.
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ArticleDesignwerk Technologies’ Lowliner EV available “to borrow”
The Swiss e-Mobility specialist Designwerk Technologies, is offering customers and interested parties the opportunity to test a fully electric Designwerk Lowliner. The test programme allows companies to borrow the vehicle for two to four weeks for use in their daily operations.
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ArticleWindrose Technology sets goal of 10,000 electric trucks on the road by 2027
Despite being only two and a half years old, Windrose Technology has set itself an ambitious target of having 10,000 of its electric trucks on the road in 2027, with Founder and CEO Wan Han admitting its “an agressive target” but one that “isn’t that crazy”.
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ArticleMack trucks updates MD series with new features
Mack Trucks has announced updates to its MD Series of medium-duty trucks, which includes both diesel and electric models. The changes include a larger cab and new safety features.
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ArticlePalletline welcomes Renault E Tech truck to its fleet for central London deliveries
As orginally published on our sister publication Commercial Motor’s website, UK pallet network Palletline has taken delivery of it’s first electric truck - a 19-tonne Renault E Tech - deploying the vehicle into its central London operations. Using a Zenobe charger, the truck can recharge in four to six hours, ...
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ArticleLiebherr’s hydrogen-powered haul truck arrives at Fortescue’s Australian mine for testing
Liebherr, a German-Swiss multinational equipment manufacturer, has delivered its hydrogen-powered Liebherr T 264 haul truck prototype to Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. The truck, named ”Europa”, will undergo testing in an active mining environment over the coming months.