All Vehicles articles – Page 8
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ArticlePorsche advances green logistics with electric and synthetic fuel-powered fleet
Porsche is intensifying its efforts to integrate alternative drives into its transport logistics operations. Collaborating with logistics partners, the renowned sports car manufacturer has introduced six new battery electric trucks at its Zuffenhausen, Weissach, and Leipzig sites in Germany.
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ArticleCentre for Sustainable Road Freight launches Project JOLT for electric HGV trials
John Lewis Partnership along with Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland and Flexible Power Systems have confirmed their participation in in Project JOLT (Joint Operator Logistics Trial), a collaborative initiative aimed at exploring the viability of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) across various sectors in the UK.
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ArticleElectra partners with Fluid Transfer Europe for sustainable airport operations
Electra Commercial Vehicles has recently announced a strategic partnership with Fluid Transfer Europe, a prominent French aircraft refueling solutions provider. The collaboration aims to introduce Electra’s range of electric trucks across French airport operations, with plans for broader expansion across Europe.
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ArticleSMMT calls for government to urgently reform “outdated” Plug-In Truck Grant
Originally reported on our sister publication Motor Transport, Government should urgently reform its outdated Plug-in Truck Grant to reflect the progress made in developing new zero emission truck technology and to help cut CO2 by 18.8 million tonnes a year, according to a report by the Society of Motor Manufacturers ...
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ArticleMack Trucks implements hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to enhance sustainability in vehicle transportation
Mack Trucks has implemented the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as fuel to transport completed Class 8 vehicles off its production line at Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This decision aligns with Mack’s commitment to sustainability and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
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ArticleAdvancing efficiency and sustainability: The SCALE Project’s impact on automated supply chains
The logistics industry is currently undergoing transformations driven by digitalisation, electrification, and automation. These changes offer promising solutions to numerous challenges faced by the sector. To fully leverage these advancements, it’s crucial to integrate all subsystems effectively. The SCALE project is a new initiative focused on achieving this integration.
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ArticleMaritime Transport places 18-truck order for zero-emission vehicles
Maritime Transport has made a move towards sustainability by placing a substantial order for 18 battery-electric, 42-tonne tractor units. This purchase marks the initial phase of acquiring a total of 48 battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks to be deployed across its network. The initiative is part of the ZEHID ...
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ArticleMercedes-Benz launches customer testing programme for eActros 600
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has started customer testing of its first battery-electric eActros 600 trucks, with Contargo and Remondis being the initial participants. Contargo, a container logistics company, will use the e-truck for transporting containers between Wörth am Rhein port and various destinations, aiming for over 800 kilometers per day. Remondis, a ...
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ArticlePowered access sector gets first Volvo FM Electric trucks
As orginally reported by our sister publication Commercial Motor, Nationwide Platforms has added two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units to its fleet of 170 vehicles. The trucks are thought to be the first in the UK that will be used in the powered access sector. Based across the ...
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ArticleeMotion Fleet and Dynamon forge partnership to accelerate electric fleet adoption
eMotion Fleet and Dynamon, based in the UK, have forged a sales partnership agreement to introduce Dynamon’s fleet optimisation software, ‘ZERO,’ to the Japanese market. The collaboration aims to facilitate the electrification of fleet operations in Japan by offering advanced software solutions.
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ArticleMAN Truck & Bus expands eTruck portfolio ahead of IFAT Trade Fair
MAN Truck & Bus has announced a significant expansion of its eTruck portfolio ahead of the IFAT trade fair.
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ArticleRenault Trucks launches European Tour with electrifying Diamond Echo
Renault Trucks is embarking on a journey across Europe, showcasing its commitment to electric mobility with the introduction of the Diamond Echo, a 100% electric truck.
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ArticleElectra enters the upcycling business with launch of Electra Exchange
As part of its relocation to a new UK facility in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, Electra has announced it will be offering a new service to upcycle internal combustion engined vehicles to battery electric.
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ArticleIndian start-up Tresa Motors lands 1,000 electric truck order from JFK Transporters
Tresa Motors, an Indian commercial vehicle startup focused on medium and heavy-duty electric trucks, has secured a significant pre-order for 1,000 electric trucks from JFK Transporters, a leading logistics company in India.
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ArticleMAN adds hydrogen internal combustion to its carbon zero vehicle line-up
MAN has announced it is introducing a small series of hydrogen combustion engine trucks into uits line-up. The company plans to deliver approximately 200 units to customers in Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland, and selected non-European countries by 2025.
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ArticleCATL and Yutong unveil long-life battery for commercial vehicles
Chinese battery maker CATL and vehicle builder Yutong are set to introduce a new commercial vehicle battery with a promised 15 year, 1.5 million kilometre life.
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ArticleSany Group introduces hydrogen-powered heavy trucks for sustainable transport in China
Sany has unveiled it will be including hydrogen fuel cell heavy trucks in its line-up, along with plans to develop hydrogen production and storage facilities in China.
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ArticleVolta announces European market comeback plans
Following its rescue from administration in December 2023, Volta has made its first public statement of its plans to re-enter the European truck market in 2024.
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ArticleXPO forges ahead with rollout of HVO and electric-powered fleet
As reported in sister title Motor Transport, XPO has rolled out HVO and electric-powered trucks in its 4PL and transport control tower operations, describing it as “an industry first”.
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ArticleScania expands its battery truck range with more axle configurations and increased range
Scania has expanded its range of battery-electric vehicle (BEV) trucks, offering a wider array of solutions tailored to various applications. These additions include two new electric rigid vehicle, a 6x4 double-drive configuration for enhanced traction, and ranges of up to 520 km for 29-tonne trucks.