All Zero Carbon articles – Page 12
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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 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 Transport partners with HVS for hydrogen fuel cell truck trial
The truck trials of the new hydrogen fuel cell trucks are set to begin in late 2025, supporting McCulla Transport (Ireland)’ goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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MT ArticleLion Electric unveils the new Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 truck for North America
The Lion Electric Company introduced the Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 commercial truck, at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo.
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MT ArticleDHL Group expands electric truck charging infrastructure with E.ON
DHL Group has announced a partnership with energy provider E.ON to expand the charging infrastructure for electric trucks in Germany. This collaboration involves the installation of fast-charging stations at DHL Group distribution centres across the country.
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MT ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Trailblazer Interview: Ian Dennis, Zenobē
Zenobē is fast-building a strong reputation for knowing its onions when it comes to supporting the industry in its journey to net zero. We caught up with Ian Dennis, Director of Business Development at Zenobē to find out why everybody is talking about the company.
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MT ArticleProject spotlight: Electric Freightway part of the DfT-funded ZEHID programme
The Electric Freightway project is part of the government-funded ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator) programme and is well advanced in its project planning and development, with the first vehicles hitting the road in May 2024. We headed to project lead GRIDSERVE’s Swindon innovation centre for a roundtable of ...
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MT ArticleVolvo announces hydrogen ICE truck plans
Volvo has followed MAN in announcing it will introduce trucks powered by internal combustion engines running on green hydrogen. With the changes to the EU carbon reduction regulations permitting hydrogen-combustion vehicles, these trucks are expected to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions, particularly over long distances and in ...
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MT ArticleWattEV opens world’s largest solar-powered truck charging depot in Bakersfield
WattEV has inaugurated its fourth electric truck charging depot in Bakersfield, California.
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MT ArticlePlug Power announces new Class 6 fuel cell electric truck for US middle-mile deliveries
Plug Power has unveiled its latest development: the integration of a Class 6 medium-duty fuel cell electric truck. This vehicle combines a commercial Class 6 chassis-cab with Plug’s advanced ProGen fuel cell technology and a well-established electric propulsion system
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MT ArticleDP World and Einride announce major deployment of electric, autonomous freight vehicles in the Middle East
DP World and Einride have announced a partnership to deploy the largest fleet of electric and autonomous freight vehicles in the Middle East. This collaboration will take place at Jebel Ali Port, Dubai, the 10th busiest port in the world, and will involve the full implementation of Einride’s technology.
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MT ArticleNHS Wales collaborates with Magtec to pilot battery-powered HGVs for sustainable transport
Magtec, along with subcontractors Dynamon and UK Power Networks, have spearheaded a project aimed at encouraging the integration of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in the transportation sector. The collaboration developed a predictive tool to aid fleet managers in transitioning to electric vehicles, focusing on manufacturing and certifying 10 battery-powered ...
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MT ArticleTevva Motors files for insolvency amidst search for new investors
British electric truck manufacturer Tevva Motors has filed for the appointment of an insolvency administrator in an effort to secure time to find new investors while under creditor protection.
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MT ArticleTesla Semi unladen weights revealed
Tesla’s Senior Manager for Semi truck engineering, Dan Priestley, has been on stage at the ACT Expo 2024 in Las Vegas, one of the most influential clean transportation events in the world, to give a technical update on the new Class 8 long-haul truck from Tesla and reveals unladen weight ...
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MT ArticleProject spotlight: Tees Valley Hydrogen Vehicle Ecosystem (HYVE) DfT-funded truck trial
We recently partnered with Novuna Vehicle Solutions to host a fleet roundtable briefing on a new fuel cell truck trial in the Tees Valley. This, and other hydrogen fuel cell vehicle trials will be crucial in the industry’s understanding and learnings about the application of hydrogen to the UK commercial ...
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MT ArticleDaimler Truck unveils autonomous eCascadia technology demonstrator truck
Daimler Truck has introduced the autonomous Freightliner eCascadia technology demonstrator. This innovative truck integrates battery electric drive and integrated autonomous driving for the first time in Daimler Truck’s history.
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MT ArticleZepp.solutions secures €3 million investment to scale operational capabilities in hydrogen fuel cell industry
Zepp.solution has recently secured a €3 million investment, marking its first external capital injection since its establishment in 2017. This funding, sourced from the Rotterdam Energy Transition Fund and a private investor within the Rotterdam tech community, aims to bolster the company’s operational capabilities to meet the increasing market demands.
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MT ArticleTG Lynes takes Tevva for London deliveries
TG Lynes has announced the addition of a 7.5-tonne electric truck to its fleet. This move positions TG Lynes as one of the first businesses in London to operate such a vehicle, furthering its commitment to sustainable transport.
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MT ArticleAmazon rolls out largest fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks in Southern California
Amazon is introducing its largest fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks, now operational across Southern California, including the company’s first electric trucks in ocean freight operations. This initiative signifies Amazon’s commitment to investing in electric vehicles, with nearly 50 heavy-duty electric trucks being deployed in the US state, marking the largest ...
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MT ArticleAF Blakemore & Son receives first electric truck deliveries as part of electric freightway program
The Electric Freightway programme has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of the first fully electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) to AF Blakemore & Son, a major player in the UK’s retail and foodservice sectors. This initiative, part of the Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator Programme (ZEHID), is ...