All Motor Transport articles in (FCZ) Web Issue – Page 33
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MT ArticleTevva filing $75 million lawsuit against ElectraMeccanica
Tevva Motors, has announced it is filing a lawsuit in the United States District Court in Arizona against ElectraMeccanica Vehicles (EMV) as well as the company’s CEO Susan Docherty seeking ”redress for the improper and unmerited purported termination of the binding merger arrangement agreement with Tevva”. Tevva re-engaging ...
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MT ArticleScania partners with ABB to expand electric truck charging infrastructure
Scania has joined forces with Swiss technology company ABB to enhance its electric vehicle charging infrastructure, offering customers a complete EV solution for regional and urban transport. This partnership extends beyond 600kW charging, with plans for the introduction of advanced megawatt charging technology.
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MT ArticleEuropean commission approves €659 million French funding for lithium-ion battery research
The European Commission greenlights France’s financial support to battery manufacturer Verkor for research on lithium-ion battery production processes, citing economic development and Verkor’s commitment to knowledge-sharing as key factors in the approval.
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CommentaryLong and winding road to net zero
Various discussions over the past few weeks have got us pondering whether we should be concerned with the rate of progress the industry is making on its transition to the net zero nirvana. There is a huge amount of investment going into developing new trucks ...
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MT ArticleB-ON introduces electric transporter ’Pelkan’
B-ON, the company founded by the acquisition of StreetScooter from DeutschePost DHL back in 2022, has signalled a dramatic shift in styling and capability with the unveiling of Pelkan, an electric delivery vehicle designed for urban logistics.
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MT ArticleMAN makes its first entry into the battery electric truck market
MAN Truck & Bus has taken a significant step in the journey towards decarbonising freight transport by commencing sales of its first heavy-duty electric truck. The initial batch of 200 units is set to be delivered to select customers in 2024, with a view to increasing production numbers from 2025 ...
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MT ArticleRizon’s class 4-5 electric trucks now eligible for California’s HVIP incentive program
Rizon’s Class 4-5 electric trucks, endorsed as zero-emission vehicles by CARB, now qualify for California’s HVIP program, offering substantial incentives for fleet operators looking to adopt sustainable transport solutions. With a range of body options and cost-effective charging, these trucks are poised to make a meaningful impact in the shift ...
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MT ArticleFurther details of the £200m government-funded ZERFD project released
The Department for Transport (DfT) has released transparency data detailing the projects which have been successful in securing a share of the £200m funding.
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MT ArticleLeading EU committee supports phasing out diesel trucks by 2035
The European Parliament’s environment committee has supported the European Commission’s ambitious plans to reduce emissions from heavy goods vehicles, pushing for stricter targets and an end to exemptions for certain truck types.
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MT ArticleNew laws to improve electric vehicle charging approved by MPs
The UK Parliament has approved new regulations designed to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, offering EV drivers greater transparency, easier payments, and more reliable charging points. These regulations also require charge point operators to share data, facilitating better access to charging station information. With the UK having reached over ...
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CommentaryHow can we counter the resistance to Net Zero?
This week’s commentary is penned by Jamie Sands, Group Operational Support and Systems Manager at Welch’s Transport, raising concerns about the industry’s apparent ambivalence to the climate crisis.
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MT ArticleMilence announces launch of first truck charging site in Europe
Milence, the truck charging joint-venture, funded by Volvo Group, Traton and Daimler Trucks, has announced the opening of its first truck charging facility in Holland
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CommentaryZero Emmision Road Freight Demonstration (ZERFD) programme a big opportunity for industry
In the week the UK Government announced the £200m funding for the zero emission truck and infrastructure demonstrations, Andy Salter cast his eye over the plans
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MT ArticleToyota announces breakthrough collaboration to manufacture solid state batteries
Idemitsu Kosan and Toyota Motor Corporation have teamed up to develop the technology and production capabilities needed for all-solid-state batteries, with series production as early as 2027.
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MT ArticleHyzon Motors deploys first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in commercial trial with Remondis
Hyzon Motors introduces its first hydrogen-powered waste collection truck in collaboration with Remondis Australia
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MT ArticleNew MAN eTruck set for market launch
MAN Truck & Bus is set to introduce its new MAN eTruck tractor unit at the end of October
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MT ArticleIsuzu and Honda unveil hydrogen-powered Giga Fuel Cell truck with 800km range
Isuzu and Honda are unveiling the Giga Fuel Cell truck at the Japan Mobility Show which starts on 26 October in Tokyo
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MT ArticleTevva regroups after ElectraMeccanica merger falls apart
Following the termination of its merger agreement with ElectraMeccanica, Tevva has come out fighting, refuting the basis on which the termination was announced and re-shaping its management team to get the business back on track.
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MT ArticleGerman parliament introduces CO2 surcharge for truck tolls
The Bundestag has approved the addition of a CO2 component in the German road charging, set to effect from 01 December 2023. The new toll system will affect vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes, with varying toll rates depending on CO2 emissions.
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MT ArticleKempower unveils megawatt charging system for electric trucks and vehicles
Kempower’s new Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for electric trucks promises to meet the growing demand for high-power charging in the commercial vehicle sector, supporting sustainability efforts and reducing carbon emissions in road transport.