Latest fleet news – Page 238
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MT ArticleThree UK premieres for Daimler Trucks at Road Transport Expo
As originally reported in our sister publication Commercial Motor, Daimler Trucks chose Road Transport Expo 2023 for the UK premiere of no less than three different vehicles.
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MT ArticleNikola to liquidate assets of battery supplier Romeo Power as struggles continue
EV truck manufacturer Nikola has announced its decision to liquidate the assets of battery supplier Romeo Power, less than a year after acquiring the company.
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MT ArticleTraining firm slams DfT's 'scary' decision to permit longer semi-trailers and allow motorists to drive trucks
Years of hard work in improving road safety risk being undone after the government announced it was allowing longer semi-trailers on the roads and also proposed to allow motorists access to 7.5-tonne lorries, a training firm claimed.RED Corporate Driver Training said “a double-pronged threat” had been created because both ideas ...
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MT ArticleNikola to become EVCO as Iveco finalise acquisition
Iveco, the commercial vehicle manufacturer, has successfully finalised its acquisition of the Ulm-based joint venture with Nikola, which specializes in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).
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MT ArticlePutzmeister launches the battery-powered SANY eTruck at Road Transport Expo
As originally published on our sister publication Commercial Motor, the zero-tailpipe-emission 8x4 concrete mixer featured a SANY eTruck chassis, which was manufactured in China by Putzmeister’s parent company Sany Group.
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MT ArticleVolta trucks and ZF collaborate on all-electric Volta Zero
Volta Trucks, has announced a long-term partnership with ZF, the world’s largest supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, for core systems and components in the all-electric Volta Zero.
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MT ArticleIntelligent Energy prepare to manufacturer hydrogen fuel cells
Intelligent Energy, a tech company based in Leicestershire, is preparing to manufacture zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell units that can power cars, trucks, and buses.
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MT ArticleTresa Motors unveils first battery electric truck to market
Tresa Motors, an Indian automobile manufacturer, has introduced its first electric truck, the Model V0.1.
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MT ArticleDPD extends delivery deal with football eco warriors Forest Green Rovers
(From left) DPD's Tim Jones with Forest Green Rovers chief executive Marcus Reynolds at the club's New Lawn stadiumDPD has signed a two-year delivery contract with the greenest football club in the world, Forest Green Rovers.The parcel company has been working with the league two club for the past two ...
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MT ArticleDfT launches freight and logistics consultation amid supply chain planning shake-up
A consultation into the planning system to prevent vital freight developments being stopped in their tracks has been launched by the government.It said it wanted to ensure the planning needs of the freight and logistics sector were properly and effectively considered.Last year the department for transport (DfT) published a report ...
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MT ArticleXPO gears up for 43rd Tour de France using fleet running on HVO
XPO has once again been selected to be the official transport partner for the Tour de France in 2023, marking the 43rd consecutive year it has provided logistics support to the world famous race.More than 70 XPO drivers have begun transporting and positioning 690 tons of equipment, including barriers, podiums, ...
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MT ArticleHaulier hit with heavy fine after HGV driver is fatally electrocuted
Scottish haulage firm Andrew Black has been fined £150,000 after one of its HGV drivers was fatally electrocuted by overhead power lines.The company, which operates out of North Berwick, pleaded guilty at Edinburgh Sheriff Court to failing to ensure there were suitable controls in place for work carried out near ...
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MT ArticleJohn Hackling bounces back to enjoy surge in pre-tax profits
John Hackling (Transport) saw its profits soar to £1.5m last year following a dip in 2021.The Cheltenham-based warehouse, distribution, hazchem and Palletline haulier also increased revenues by 5.6% to £19.7m in the period ending 30 September 2022.Almost all of the increase came from its storage and handling work, which saw ...
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MT ArticleEuropa pledges action on greenhouse gas emissions
Tom Jenkins, Europa central services directorEuropa Worldwide Group said it had taken the next step towards future-proofing its operations and becoming net zero after beginning a partnership with emissions management platform Pledge.It said that by leveraging Pledge’s technology and expertise, Europa’s customers could better manage their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG).Europa ...
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MT ArticleDVSA chief backs plans to address TCs' function
The DVSA’s chief executive told an influential group of MPs it would be working with the government on proposals to address the current role of the traffic commissioners.A recent review into the function of the TCs made 12 recommendations, including replacing them with one independent tribunal body, overhauling the current ...
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MT ArticleMack launches medium-duty MD electric model
US truck manufacturer Mack has announced its medium-duty Mack MD Electric is now available for order, marking the company’s second foray into the battery-electric vehicle market. The MD Electric is the manufacturer’s first electric model in the medium-duty segment and is designed for US vehicle classes 6 and 7.
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MT ArticleEV infrastructure company Kempower plans expansion with new production facility in Finland
Finnish EV infrastructure specialist, Kempower, has announced its plans to open a new production facility in Lahti. The company has signed a letter of intent for the lease of a premises covering approximately 10,000sq-m, with the option to expand in the future.
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MT ArticleQuantron strengthens management team with new CFO and expanded roles
Clean tech enterprise, Quantron AG, specialising in sustainable passenger and goods transport, has announced the appointment of Beate Reimann as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the expansion of its management team with two additional international members. This strategic decision aims to enhance the company’s expertise in finance, personnel development, and energy, while positioning itself for global growth plans.
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MT ArticleIVECO eDaily sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for heaviest weight towed by an electric van
IVECO’s electric van, the eDaily, has achieved the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the ‘Heaviest weight towed by an electric van’. This standard production electric vehicle successfully towed an astonishing 153.58 tonnes, surpassing records set by all-wheel drive electric cars.
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MT ArticleSchmitz Cargobull’s electric reefer semi-trailer obtains type approval
German trailer manufacturer, Schmitz Cargobull, has achieved a significant milestone as its electric reefer semi-trailer, the S.KOe COOL, receives official type approval. This makes Schmitz Cargobull the first trailer maker to include the electric generator axle of the S.KOe COOL in its overall vehicle type approval.