All Motor Transport articles in (FCZ) Web Issue – Page 60
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MT ArticleEU provides funding for hydrogen and charging infrastructure across Europe
The European Union (EU) has pledged to provide €189 million to fund the construction of 2,000 new charging points and 63 hydrogen refuelling stations along the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) for cars, trucks and buses. The funding will support 26 projects across 12 EU member states, selected according to the ...
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MT ArticleHGVzero23: Logistics giants re-group to promote transition to cleaner fuels
As orginally reported by our sister publication Motor Transport, big names such as Stobart, XPO and Coca-Cola are once again teaming up to launch a cross-industry action group focusing on the decarbonisation of trucks: HGVzero23.
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MT ArticleThe EU project EMPOWER has begun with the development of two zero emissions trucks
EMPOWER, a European research project, was recently launched. The AIT (Austrian Institute of Technology) will conduct research in a world-class collaboration over the next three years to produce two flexible, modular, and scalable emission-free heavy-duty vehicles weighing 40 tonnes or more. Both trucks are powered by an electric motor. Although ...
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MT ArticleVolvo Trucks delivers its first heavy electric truck, the FE electric, to Africa
Volvo Trucks has delivered its first heavy electric truck to the refuse collection company Arma in Morocco, making it the first heavy battery-electric truck from a global manufacturer to be in commercial operation in Africa.
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MT ArticleRivian negotiates with Amazon to lift exclusivity clause amid lower-than-expected orders
Rivian, the electric vehicle (EV) maker, is reportedly in talks with Amazon to lift the exclusivity clause in their agreement. The clause, which dates back to 2019, grants Amazon the exclusive right to purchase Rivian’s electric delivery vans until 2030. However, due to lower-than-expected orders, Rivian is seeking to sell ...
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MT ArticleHyliko chooses Atawey for its first mobile hydrogen charging station in Paris
Fuel cell vehicle producer Hyliko, has signed its first hydrogen charging station rental contract with Atawey. The contract was signed at the Hyvolution exhibition, held in early February, and means fuelling supplier Atawey will provide a mobile hydrogen station in the Paris region in September 2023. The ...
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MT ArticleStruggling electric van builder Arrival secures $300 million funding lifeline from Westwood Capital
Arrival, the British electric vehicle (EV) developer, has received a $300 million injection from Westwood Capital, a move that could potentially give the company a lifeline to pull through the year.
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MT ArticleDesignwerk Technologies, a Swiss corporation, is increasing its market position in Europe with a Swedish expansion
Designwerk Technologies AG, a Swiss electromobility specialist, has expanded its market position in Europe by offering mobile fast chargers for commercial vehicles in Sweden through its new sales partner, Svensk Fordonsladdning. The mobile DC fast charging solutions from Designwerk provides fast and stable charging cycles with power ranging from 22 ...
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MT ArticleScania has deployed its own electric truck in logistics flow between Nykvarn and Södertälje
Scania has recently implemented an electric Scania truck in its inbound logistics flow between Nykvarn and Södertälje, marking one of Scania’s first electrified inbound transports in Europe.
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MT ArticleDHL Supply Chain Introduces UK’s First Fully Electric Volvo Heavy Duty Tractor Units
DHL Supply Chain has announced the introduction of the UK’s first fully electric Volvo heavy-duty tractor units. The four Volvo FM electric trucks are designed for high-capacity deliveries operating at 40 tonnes and directly replace diesel vehicles on a range of activities. Featuring Volvo’s largest 540kWh battery which provides 666hp, ...
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MT ArticleCEVA Logistics, ENGIE, and SANEF partner to launch ECTN Alliance, creating a low-carbon truck terminal network for Europe
CEVA Logistics, ENGIE, and SANEF have partnered to create the European Clean Transport Network Alliance (ECTN Alliance) in a bid to tackle climate change. The Alliance aims to reduce the carbon footprint of road freight transport by building and operating a network of low-carbon energy truck terminals across Europe’s motorways. ...
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MT ArticleEvri signs net-zero deal with Zedify and Urb-it for Bristol CAZ deliveries
As orginally reported by our sister publication Motor Transport, Evri has partnered with Zedify and Urb-it to provide 100% carbon free deliveries in the Bristol Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Zedify and Urb-it will use their e-cargo bikes to deliver to consumers’ homes within the CAZ, meaning all ...
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MT ArticleHyzon confirms DB Schenker has deployed a fuel cell electric truck in operations in Germany
Hyzon Motors and DB Schenker are leading the charge towards sustainable logistics operations with the deployment of a Fuel Cell Electric Truck in Germany. The heavy-duty vehicle, powered by Hyzon’s zero-emission fuel cell technology, is being used in daily operations between Cologne and Eupen, Belgium, making it the first of ...
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MT ArticleMack Trucks introduces MD Electric, its first medium-duty electric truck
Mack Trucks, one of the leading manufacturers of heavy-duty trucks in the world, has unveiled its latest electric vehicle, the Mack MD Electric, at the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) 2023 Work Truck Show in Indianapolis. The MD Electric is Mack’s first electric vehicle in the medium-duty segment of the ...
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MT ArticleHino Trucks has announced the addition of electric vehicles to its product line in the US
HINO Trucks, a Toyota Group Company, has announced an expansion of its product range to include electric vehicles (EVs). During a press conference at NTEA Work Truck Week, the company revealed plans to offer an electric version of their M- and L- Series medium duty trucks branded Me Series and ...
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MT ArticleVolta Trucks has obtained European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its all-electric Volta Zero
Volta trucks, a leading manufacturer and service provider of all-electric commercial vehicles, has achieved another significant milestone on its journey to production. The company has announced it has received the European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA) certification for its 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero vehicle.
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MT ArticleThe Tevva 7.5t battery-electric truck is now eligible for the UK plug-in truck grant
British electric vehicle manufacturer, Tevva, has been granted eligibility for the government’s plug-in truck grant (PITrG) for its 7.5t battery-electric truck. This will enable UK organisations to decarbonise operations and future-proof their fleets while benefitting from a potential £16,000 discount from the purchase price.
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MT ArticleBYD plotting big push into battery-electric commercial vehicles
China’s BYD is understood to be planning a big push into battery-electric commercial vehicles, with plans to introduce new models in markets including China, Europe, and Japan over the next three years.
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MT ArticleCummins launches Accelera: Providing zero-emission solutions for a sustainable future
Cummins has bundled its range of zero emissions products and services to create Accelera by Cummins, a new brand for its New Power business unit.
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MT ArticleRenault Trucks 2022 business results reveal accelerated transition to electric mobility
The year 2022 has been a remarkable year for Renault Trucks, as the company cements its position as a key player in the electric mobility sector.