Latest fleet news – Page 217
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MT ArticleEvri trials two Volvo electric trucks for final and middle mile deliveries
Parcel delivery company Evri is trialling two electric HGVs this month as it moves to reduce emissions in the first and middle mile of a parcel’s journey.
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MT ArticleFuelCell Energy and Toyota unveil innovative Tri-Gen system converting waste into hydrogen, electricity, and water
Power system manufacturer FuelCell Energy and automaker Toyota have jointly deployed the world’s first “tri-gen” system, designed to transform methane-rich waste gas into clean hydrogen, electricity, and water.
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Hawthorns Logistics seals tyre deal with Prometeon for entire fleet
Washington, Sunderland-based family firm Hawthorns Logistics, has signed a 12 month pay-as-you-go contract with Prometeon Tyre Group for its entire fleet.The new contract, which includes Prometeon’s central billing tool, PRO Management, covers Hawthorns Logistics fleet of mainly refrigerated vehicle.The fleet includes 28 tractor units and 50 trailers which deliver seven ...
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Fagan & Whalley donates truck to Transaid to pioneer safer roads in Zambia
Logistics and warehousing company Fagan & Whalley has donated a truck to the HGV driver training programme run by Transaid in Zambia. The donated truck will play a crucial role in training new HGV drivers and enhancing road safety across sub-Saharan Africa.The vehicle, which comes from Fagan & Whalley’s current ...
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Evri trials two Volvo electric trucks for final and middle mile deliveries
Parcel delivery company Evri is trialling two electric HGVs this month as it moves to reduce emissions in the first and middle mile of a parcel’s journey. The two Volvo FM electric trucks join the existing fleet, which includes 190 bio-CNG tractor units, 44 vehicles running on hydrotreated vegetable oil ...
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Yodel creates over 2,000 jobs ahead of peak season
Parcel carrier Yodel is creating over 2,000 seasonal roles across its 50 nationwide locations, as it prepares for the festive peak season.The company has also launched a brand-new recruitment website which makes applying for new driver roles easier for candidates.Announcing the recruitment drive for drivers and warehouse workers, Yodel said ...
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Wilko DCs to close next week with loss of nearly 300 jobs
Wilko’s two distribution centres at Worksop in Nottinghamshire and Newport in Wales are set to close by Friday next week (22 September), with the loss of more than 300 jobs, whilst the retailer's 408 stores will close by early October, according to administrators PwC.The announcement of the store closures follows ...
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Zemo Partnership creates taskforce to aid net zero transition
Zemo Partnership has announced the creation of a new Zero Emission Mobility Taskforce to add momentum to the road transport industry's transition to net zero.The taskforce will produce a series of Zemo Zero Emission Mobility Roadmaps focused on key areas, including the transport of goods, and fuel and vehicle supply.The ...
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MT ArticleStellantis unveils cutting-edge battery technology center in Turin
Stellantis has opened a Battery Technology Center in Turin, Italy, with a focus on in-house testing and development of EV battery packs for upcoming Stellantis brand products.
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MT ArticleCemex embraces sustainability with new electric vehicle additions from Putzmeister
Cemex Germany is leading the way in sustainable e-mobility. In early September, the construction materials giant welcomed two fully electric truck mixers from Putzmeister into its Berlin truck fleet, marking a significant step towards eco-friendly construction practices.
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MT ArticleFoton extends battery warranty for Foton T5 electric trucks to 300,000km
Foton Mobility Distribution has announced an extension of the battery warranty for its Foton T5 EV all-electric truck.
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MT ArticleDanfoss adopts nine fully electric Volvo trucks in Denmark to slash emissions
Danfoss is embracing eco-friendly transportation by integrating nine fully electric Volvo trucks into its Danish logistics fleet, with emissions expected to drop significantly.
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MT ArticlePeterborough City Council introduces first electric trucks to its fleet
Peterborough City Council has incorporated two 26-tonne Renault Trucks E-Tech into its vehicle fleet, a move expected to reduce carbon emissions by over 60 tonnes annually compared to the previous diesel counterparts.
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MT ArticleWelch’s Transport chooses Renault Trucks E-Tech for emission-free delivery service
A Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide 4x2 curtainside rigid is the latest addition to the family-run Welch’s Transport fleet. The Cambridgeshire-based business will use its first 19-tonne BEV for final mile net zero deliveries in Cambridge. The truck will operate from its new urban consolidation centre which aims to minimise ...
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MT ArticleFerytrans invests in Ecogen systems to reduce carbon emissions
Ferytrans has placed a repeat order with Hultsteins for Ecogen systems.
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Whistl execs appointed as sponsors for race, disability and women initiatives
Whistl has tasked senior leadership to drive internal equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives focused on race, disability and female representation within the company.Mark Lawrenson, head of operations, takes on the role of lead sponsor on race diversity within the company. Whistl is a long standing member of the Race ...
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Driver Academy Group bootcamps help train over 1,300 new HGV drivers
More than 1,300 HGV driving trainees on the government-funded HGV Skills Bootcamps scheme have passed their practical test since April this year, helping to tackle the UK's ongoing lorry driver shortage.According to new data from the Driver Academy Group consortium more than 800 of those Bootcamp trainees who passed their ...
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DX opens second of 15 former Tuffnells depots as North West hub
Parcel, freight and secure courier delivery specialist DX Group has opened a major new regional hub in Haydock, Merseyside, boosting its presence in the North West.The new hub will serve the group’s freight division, and in particular its irregular dimension and weight (IDW) delivery services. This is the second former ...
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MT ArticleStudy finds EU’s hourly matching plan will increase green hydrogen costs by over 25%
A recent scientific study has revealed that the European Union’s plans to implement hourly matching of green hydrogen production with variable renewables generation starting in 2030 will result in a cost increase of more than 25% for green hydrogen.
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Government launches £19m fund to upgrade truck stops
A £19m funding drive aimed at providing more secure parking and improved rest areas for lorry drivers has been announced today (11 September).A total of 39 roadside facility operators across England will each receive a share of £8m from the department and a further £11m from industry to significantly upgrade ...