All Projects & Development articles – Page 8
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MT ArticleScania and sennder joint venture aims to accelerate electric truck adoption
Scania and sennder have joined forces to establish JUNA, a pioneering joint venture that aims to drive the widespread adoption of electric trucks in European road logistics. This innovative partnership introduces a pay-per-use model, eliminating upfront costs and providing guaranteed loads for transport companies.
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MT ArticleOilinvest and Quantron join forces to develop European network for hydrogen refuelling
Oilinvest and Quantron AG have united forces to establish HEMTRON, a joint venture aimed at accelerating the adoption of hydrogen-based infrastructure.
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MT ArticleKemppower secures certification for US production
Kemppower’s attainment of certification for its US production site marks a significant stride for the Finnish company, setting the stage for the mass production of charging stations while at the same time it has instigated a new research centre in Finland.
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MT ArticleThermo King introduces AxlePower to deliver sustainable trailer refrigeration
Thermo King’s innovative AxlePower system has completed extensive trials, showcasing significant developments in electric, low-emission, and autonomous refrigeration for trailers.
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MT ArticleDAF XB makes show debut at Solutrans
DAF Trucks is set to introduce its latest range of zero-emission electric vehicles at the Solutrans exhibition, showcasing the New Generation DAF XB series alongside the rest of the battery electric line-up.
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MT ArticleDPD launches green depot in London Docklands
The new facility, equipped with electric and HVO-fueled vehicles, marks a significant leap in DPD’s commitment to greener, more efficient parcel delivery services in the heart of London.
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MT ArticleVolvo Group swoops for Proterra’s battery business
Volvo Group has announced it has been selected as the winning bidder in an auction for the business and assets of the Proterra Powered business unit at a purchase price of $210 million
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MT ArticlePortland Pricing Partners with FORS to enhance fuel price management for UK operators
Fuel pricing specialist, Portland Pricing, has joined forces with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) in the UK to provide accurate and actionable fuel price information to fleet operators. The partnership aims to assist FORS operators in managing their fuel costs effectively and accessing discounted rates, addressing the impact of ...
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MT ArticleToyota shifts focus to hydrogen trucks
In a presentation at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo, Toytota’s Chief Technology Officer has confirmed the company’s commitment to commercial vehicle development, believing the lack of refuelling infrastructure presents less of an issue for trucks, compared to cars.
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MT ArticleJapanese consortium, Including Toyota and SMFG, to establish hydrogen investment fund
Japan’s hydrogen industry takes a leap forward as Toyota, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, and a consortium of companies collaborate to establish a dedicated fund aimed at boosting the nation’s hydrogen infrastructure. The Japan Hydrogen Association, consisting of around 280 private sector companies, is behind this effort, aiming to have the ...
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MT ArticleQuantron AG and Ford Trucks announce collaboration to develop hydrogen vehicles
Quantron and Ford Trucks have announced a letter of intent to explore the joint development of a hydrogen fuel cell version of the Ford F-Max heavy truck range,
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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 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 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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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 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 ArticleGridserve releases further details of its ZERFD project award
Gridserve has secured £62.7 million Government funding for its “Electric Freightway” project as part of the recently announced ZERFD programme
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MT ArticleZERFD programme gets green light with £200 million funding
Four projects will share the £200 million ZERFD programme funding as UK Government finally announces the programme go-live