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All Motor Transport articles in (FCZ) Web Issue – Page 11
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MT 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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MT 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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MT 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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MT ArticleGasum opens new gas filling station in Rauma, Finland
Gasum has opened a new gas filling station in Rauma, Finland, serving both cars and heavy-duty vehicles. The station provides liquefied and compressed gas options.
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MT ArticleAustralian Renewable Energy Agency supports electric truck charging project in Sydney
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $8.5 million in funding for Zenobē, a fleet electrification specialist, to develop a battery electric vehicle (BEV) truck charging hub in Sydney. The project aims to integrate BEVs into grocery delivery services.
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MT 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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MT ArticleBallard Power Systems announces major restructuring amid market delays
Hydrogen fuel cell maker Ballard Power Systems has unveiled plans for a significant global restructuring aimed at reducing operating expenses by more than 30%. The move comes in response to delays in hydrogen infrastructure development and slower-than-expected fuel cell adoption.
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CommentaryBehind the scenes of HGV charging hub design
Special thanks to Jamie Sands at Welch’s Transport for writing us another great commentary piece; this week he has let us in on the detailed thought process behind the implementation of 12 HGV chargers across Welch’s two main depots currently in progress. As the transport industry races toward decarbonisation, the ...
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CommentaryAction stations: ESOS 3 presents fleet sustainability opportunity
The Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) has moved into its action plan phase, presenting both challenges and opportunities for fleet operators. As Stephen Fitter from Focus Net Zero explains, this mandatory assessment is revealing surprising insights about fleet sustainability efforts and the potential for significant energy and cost savings… The ...
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MT ArticleGreenlane begins construction of EV charging site in Colton, California
Greenlane, a joint venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, and BlackRock, has begun construction on an electric vehicle charging site in Colton, California.
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MT ArticleDaimler Truck Financial services unveils all-in-one packages for electric fleet adoption
Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) has announced plans to expand its offerings beyond traditional financial services to include a range of solutions for zero-emission vehicles.
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MT ArticleE.ON holds first ‘eTruckathon’ ahead of IAA Hannover involving 12 electric trucks driving 300km
E.ON has held what it claims is the first ‘eTruckathon’ involving 12 electric trucks, 12 teams, and 300 km of driving ahead of the forthcoming IAA Transportation show in Hannover, Germany later this month.
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MT ArticleJohn Lewis Partnership scoops low carbon trophy at the Motor Transport Awards
John Lewis Partnership, the owner of UK retail brands John Lewis and Waitrose, has won the Low Carbon Award at this year’s Motor Transport Awards, marking the company’s third win in this category, following previous victories in 2017 and 2020.
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MT 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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MT ArticleTUAL introduces swappable PowerBank to extend range of electric HGVs
TUAL, a company specialising in electric commercial vehicle charging solutions, has announced a new ’swappable power bank’ product aimed at addressing range limitations for electric HGVs.
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MT ArticleFuso reveals plans to construct pilot facility for reusing EV battery materials
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has announced plans to construct a test facility for recovering materials from used electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The facility, to be built at MFTBC’s Kawasaki Plant, is in partnership with battery recycling specialist True 2 Materials (T2M).
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MT ArticleE.ON opens its first electric truck charging station in Germany at the Port of Hamburg
E.ON has launched a charging station for electric trucks at the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) grounds, adjacent to the A7 motorway. This marks E.ON’s first dedicated charging site for electric trucks in Germany.
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MT 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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MT 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.