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New standard aims to speed rollout of compatible megawatt HGV chargers
A new international standard for megawatt charging could help speed the rollout of compatible high-power charging points for electric HGVs.
HyHaul promises ‘UK’s largest’ hydrogen filling station after commercial reset
HyHaul Mobility is pressing ahead with plans for what it claims will be the UK’s largest hydrogen refuelling station for HGVs, despite the government withdrawing funding from the original project after it failed to secure enough customers for fuel cell trucks.
Hydrogen ecosystems point to localised fuel supply for HGVs
Hydrogen could play a role in decarbonising heavy-duty road transport, but emerging hydrogen ecosystems suggest HGV operators may need to locate vehicles and refuelling infrastructure close to where the fuel is produced.
China tax changes could accelerate next-generation batteries for HGVs
Changes to battery taxation in China could help accelerate the development and commercialisation of next-generation battery technologies, with a potential impact on the future electrification of HGVs and commercial vehicle fleets.
Pan-economy ‘Electrification Action Plan’ could speed eHGV deployment across EU
The European Union is doubling down on plans to electrify across the economy, arguing that the change would mean “substantial benefits for the EU economy and citizens”. A new ‘Electrification Action Plan’ includes a raft of measures affecting the freight sector, but it remains to be seen whether they will ...
Freight urged to engage now on electricity network plans
Local electricity networks are writing their five-year business plans now. Do they understand the needs of an electrified freight industry in 2033?
Could battery swap be a complement to charging?
Recent reports from the globe’s major markets of China and the USA have highlighted a potential divergence in the route to electrifying HGVs.
EU pushes for faster installation of eHGV charging facilities across Europe
Network operators Entsoe-e and DSO Entity have launched a digital portal showing where grid capacity exists for eHGV charging points across Europe. The move supports EU efforts to accelerate heavy-duty vehicle charging rollout, with 22,500 battery electric trucks now registered and 2,000 public charging points operational.
Ofgem approves funding to explore hydrogen ‘deblending’ to serve more fuel stations
Energy regulator Ofgem has awarded £9.9m from its Strategic Innovation Funding (SIF) pot to a project that would develop technology to ‘deblend’ hydrogen that has been injected into the gas network so it can be used for applications like filling stations in new locations.
Swiss depot charging scheme cuts e-truck charging costs by up to 50%
ASTAG Charge platform allows hauliers with spare depot capacity to open high-power charging to other member fleets, with 200 sessions logged in first four weeks and 27 companies onboarded across Switzerland’s regions.
Government hopes for EV canopies on non-domestic buildings rest on Future Buildings Standard
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has abandoned proposals to require solar photovoltaic canopies on new car parks, citing cost concerns raised during consultation. While the Future Buildings Standard still permits voluntary installation, the decision marks a retreat from France-style mandates despite the UK’s clean power ambitions.
DfT cash bias leaves road freight on sidelines as shipping grabs lion’s share
Road freight is being squeezed out of government innovation funding as the Department for Transport (DfT) channels the bulk of its decarbonisation cash into shipping, raising fresh questions over support for HGV operators.