All Vehicles articles – Page 7
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MT ArticleGregory Group expands fleet with six new Volvo FE electric trucks
Gregory Group has added six new Volvo FE Electric 4x2 curtainsiders to its fleet as part of its sustainability initiative to achieve net zero emissions by 2038. These zero-emission vehicles are part of a larger order from Volvo Trucks, which also includes 50 fuel-efficient FH with I-Save tractor units.
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MT ArticleVolvo’s electric trucks reach 80 million kilometres in five years
Volvo’s electric trucks have driven more than 80 million kilometres since Volvo launched its first electric truck models in 2019, says the company. Volvo has sold more than 3,500 electric trucks in 45 countries since 2019
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MT ArticleVolvo Trucks delivers FM Electric rigid to Joseph Parr Builders’ Merchant
Joseph Parr (Alco) has received a Volvo FM Electric 6x2 rigid truck, marking what is believed to be the first zero-tailpipe heavy-duty truck in use by a builders’ merchant in the UK.
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MT ArticleCollaboration promotes shift to electric transport in Portugal
The transition to sustainable transport in Portugal is being driven by a new collaboration aimed at introducing heavy-duty electric vehicles for transporting IKEA products. This initiative represents more than a simple vehicle replacement; it requires cross-industry partnerships to achieve significant progress.
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MT ArticleGovernment-funded project launched to decarbonise emergency services
Project RESPONSE (Robust Emergency Services Performing Operations in Electric) is a new initiative aimed at enhancing the efficiency of emergency service operations through zero-emission (ZE) technology. Funded by Innovate UK under the Net Zero Mobility programme, the project addresses challenges in developing comprehensive ZE emergency service planning and dispatch systems. ...
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MT ArticleElectra Commercial Vehicles collaborates on airport refuelling vehicle development
Electra Commercial Vehicles has announced a collaboration to develop electric air refuelling vehicles. This partnership includes Fluid Transfer International and Fluid Transfer Europe SAS, both recognised for their expertise in refuelling solutions and aviation industry body manufacturing
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MT ArticleVoltloader and Welch’s collaborate to advance electric HGV operations
Voltloader, a provider of electric bulk haulage and HGV charging solutions, and Welch Group, a transport and logistics company, have announced a successful collaboration that underscores the growing potential of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) for regional deliveries.
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MT ArticleQuantron introduces first hydrogen fuel cell light and heavy-duty trucks
Quantron AG has announced the launch of its fuel cell-powered light and heavy-duty trucks. This move is part of its strategy to achieve cost parity between zero-emission and diesel commercial vehicles through global partnerships with commercial vehicle and component manufacturers. Details of these partnerships will be unveiled at the IAA ...
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MT ArticleThe ’magic formula’ for decarbonisation
There’s been a flurry of announcements from MAN Truck & Bus recently on its zero-emission vehicles, so when we got wind that the company CEO, Alexander Vlaskamp, was in the UK, we had to secure an exclusive interview. Andy Salter tracked him down.
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MT ArticleScania launches 6x2 CNG-fueled tractor unit
Scania UK has partnered with ReFuels to introduce a new three-axle, 6x2 CNG tractor unit in the UK.
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MT ArticleExpect Distribution joins eFreight 2030 consortium as founding member
Expect Distribution has joined the eFreight 2030 Consortium as a founding member, a new initiative working with the UK Government to decarbonise the haulage industry through a zero-emission Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and infrastructure demonstrator program.
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MT ArticleGreenPower Unveils the EV Star ReeferX: A New All-Electric Refrigerated Medium-Duty Truck
GreenPower Motor Company Inc has introduced the EV Star ReeferX, a new all-electric refrigerated medium-duty delivery truck. The EV Star ReeferX is now available for orders.
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MT ArticleHVS secures agreement to supply 30 fuel cell trucks to explore plant & transport solutions
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first hydrogen fuel cell truck original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has signed a partnership agreement with Explore Plant & Transport Solutions (Explore) to supply 30 hydrogen electric tractor units for Explore’s fleet.
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MT ArticleVolvo FH Electric takes the prize at ITOY trophy handover during RTX
As orignally reported on Commercial Motor, Volvo Trucks UK and Ireland MD Christian Coolsaet was officially handed the International Truck of the Year (IToY) trophy in front of the award-winning FH Electric.
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MT ArticleThermo King AxlePower launches electric refrigeration for Woolworths’ trailers in South Africa, saving 27 tonnes of CO2 annually
Thermo King announced that Woolworths and DP World have become the first in Africa to utilise the Thermo King AxlePower energy recovery system. This advancement aims to enhance sustainability within the African transport sector, with the new Thermo King refrigerated trailer now operational on Woolworths’ route between Johannesburg and Cape ...
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MT ArticleMixed fuel approach for Iveco on Metallica Tour
As orginally reported on our sister publication Commercial Motor, Iveco will support Metallica on the European stretch of its M72 World Tour. In partnership with Shell the vehicles will use a mix of low-emission fuels including natural gas, electric, renewable diesel and hydrogen. A fleet of Iveco vehicles will be ...
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MT ArticleWattEV expands fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks to over 180
WattEV, a leading developer of electric truck charging infrastructure, announced at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo that it will expand its battery electric truck fleet from 36 to more than 180 by the end of the year. This expansion follows the opening of five new charging depots within the ...
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MT ArticleLunaz is back in the truck business with a new name: Upcycled Electric Vehicle
Lunaz, which went into administration earlier this year has re-emerged, re-branding its commercial vehicle upcycling business Upcycled Electric Vehicle and preparing to re-start conversions at its Silverstone facility.
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MT ArticleHexagon Purus and Hino Trucks launch Tern: A new electric heavy-duty truck brand
At the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Hexagon Purus and Hino Trucks announced the introduction of Tern, a new zero-emission truck brand, and its first model, the RC8. This Class 8 battery electric tractor is designed for the US market and aims to support the transition to electric fleets.
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MT ArticleMcCulla Ireland bolsters biogas fleet with £3.1m investment
As originally reported on our sister publication Motor Transport, Northern Ireland-based refrigerated haulage business McCulla Ireland has secured a £3.1m investment from asset finance provider Lombard for 25 new trucks, including 11 powered by biogas.
