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Pallet pooler IPP goes electric to cut 145 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually
Pallet pooling specialist IPP has saved more than 145 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually – the equivalent of 700,000 miles of driving – by switching its company vehicles to electric.
eHGV uptake surges 170% as market downturn masks early electrification shift
Battery-electric truck demand accelerated sharply in 2025, even as the wider HGV market contracted amid economic headwinds.
Law Distribution accelerates decarbonisation with full fleet renewal and first electric truck
Family-owned haulier Law Distribution has signalled a major step towards lower-carbon operations after committing to a full renewal of its artic fleet — including the introduction of its first battery-electric truck.
Mercedes eActros 600 completes 8,000km Arctic EV challenge
Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ battery-electric eActros 600 has finished an 8,000km midwinter drive to Norway’s North Cape, becoming the first heavy truck to take part in the annual eNordkapp Challenge for electric vehicles.
Dachser deploys BYD electric trucks in Spain
Chinese truck manufacturers are moving beyond pilots and trade-show headlines in Europe, with BYD now supplying electric rigids for Dachser’s everyday operations in Spain.
Over-dependence on rare earth minerals risks EV transition, electric motor manufacturer AEM warns
The UK automotive industry is sleepwalking into its next major supply chain crisis, according to Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), which is urging manufacturers and policymakers to act now to eliminate the sector’s reliance on rare earth minerals before it compromises Britain’s electric vehicle transition.
Denmark sees first successful HGV megawatt charging
Finnish manufacturer Kempower has demonstrated a megawatt charging system (MCS) session exceeding one megawatt in Denmark for the first time.
Plug-in Truck Grant to extend beyond March, says Minister
Keir Mather, Government transport minister responsible for decarbonisation of transport and electric vehicles, has confirmed the Plug-in Truck Grant will be extended beyond the current funding deadline of the end of March 2026.
New podcast series “Zeroed In” tackles the realities of decarbonising road freight
A new podcast series exploring the practical challenges of decarbonising the UK road freight sector has been launched by the team at Freight Carbon Zero, with its first episode focusing on policy, fuel choice and infrastructure rather than headline-driven targets.
Home Fix Scotland builds on net zero plan
Home Fix Scotland is overhauling its 78-strong van fleet and taken on vehicles that provide improved fuel efficiency, enhanced racking, advanced navigation technology – as well as a refreshed livery.
Government urged to fast track electric van legislation
Draft legislation, published following the DfT’s zero-emission vans consultation, should be approved as a matter of urgency to encourage the adoption of cleaner electric vehicles and help put an end to electric vans being treated as HGVs.
Welch’s urges operators to respond to government consultation on zero emission trucks
The government is consulting on how to phase out diesel HGV sales by 2035 for vehicles up to 26 tonnes and by 2040 for all weight classes. Industry expert Jamie Sands warns success depends on solving infrastructure and energy challenges, not just vehicle regulations. Trinity Francis reports.
Contargo takes one of Germany’s largest single orders of electric trucks with 33-vehicle DAF delivery
German container logistics operator Contargo has taken delivery of 33 battery-electric DAF XD Electric tractor units in Germany, bringing its electric truck fleet to 90. The handover represents one of the largest single deliveries of battery-electric trucks in the country.
Daimler Truck to roll out 100 liquid hydrogen-powered HGVs this year
Daimler Truck is to manufacture 100 Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 hydrogen-powered trucks which will be delivered to customers from the end of this year.
First electric HGV travels through the Channel Tunnel with LeShuttle Freight
Kuehne+Nagel, LeShuttle Freight, Voltempo, and DAF Trucks have sent the first electric HGV through the Channel Tunnel, as part of a 1,700 km round trip across Europe designed to showcase the long-haul range of electric trucks.
Palletline’s bid for net zero enters new phase
Palletline said its partnership with carbon management experts Auditel had entered a new phase of carbon reduction delivery after it developed a methodology for capturing data last year.
Vertellus helps power M&S’ ambitions to reach net zero
M&S has boosted its zero tailpipe emissions with the addition of two Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide 4x2 rigids to its London fleet, through contract hire provider Vertellus.
IKEA tests how depot-led charging can power electric long-haul
IKEA has put a 44-tonne electric truck into regular long-distance service in Italy to examine how heavy freight operations can be sustained largely through depot-based charging rather than relying on extensive public fast-charging infrastructure.
SSO Logistics takes major step on road to carbon neutral
A Liverpool logistics company has showcased its commitment to sustainability by becoming a Carbon Certified Business.
