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Volvo Trucks enhances its I-Roll technology with stop/start functionality
The new engine stop/start functionality is activated at speeds above 60 km/h. Depending on enabling conditions such as topography and ambient temperature, the new I-Roll with Engine stop/start will be able to cut up to one percent of fuel and CO2 emissions on top of already achieved savings. The new...
UK, the HIVED electric network expands beyond London reaching eight more cities
"For the first time, we’re taking our parcel delivery network beyond London, bringing a reliably better delivery experience to new cities, including Bath, Bournemouth, Brighton, Bristol, Portsmouth, Poole, Southampton and Worthing", we read on the company's blog.
Electric trucks, TRATON launches new financial tools to support the companies
TRATON GROUP has launched Green Finance Framework to finance and refinance battery-electric commercial vehicles. The new tool "enables capital providers to shift forward TRATON’s investments into battery-electric mobility through a broad range of green financing instruments, including Green Bonds, L...
The newly-opened DEKRA Battery Test Center in Brandenburg
The state-of-the-art test center will offer a comprehensive spectrum of battery tests under one roof. In addition to mechanical tests, performance and environmental tests, there will also be abuse tests in which batteries are subjected to stresses far beyond their normal use.
GATE welcomes new CEO Elio Fonti. The pay-per-use formula will be extended to new brands
On October 1st, GATE changed its corporate structure. Founded as part of the Iveco Group and specializing in pay-per-use long-term rental solutions for electric vehicles no more than three years ago, GATE is now 51% owned by Dutch vendor finance company DLL and 49% by the Iveco Group. During a digit...
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From lightweight materials to solutions for alternative powertrains, let’s see how JOST supports greener mobility
Additionally, JOST ensures advanced recycling solutions for end-of-life components. All these innovations aim to minimize environmental impact, decrease carbon footprint, and promote sustainability within the transportation sector. Let's see how, in terms of very concrete product and solutions. Here...
Read the new issue of Sustainable Truck&Van magazine. Out now!
The second issue of the year of Sustainable Truck&Van magazine will be distributed at Solutrans 2025, from November 18 to 22 in Lyon.
We attended DEKRA’s CV Outlook Conference in Berlin. A brainstorming session for the future of commercial transportation
We were in Berlin for DEKRA's Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference, which took place on October 28 and 29. Several topics were addressed in an ongoing dialogue between industry, politics, and research. This is not an easy time for heavy transport, and competition from China is frightening: a change...
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Parker Meeks appointed Hyzon Motors CEO
“Hyzon has a bright future, and I am privileged to take the permanent helm and put my decades of experience to work in a new way,” said Parker Meeks, CEO of Hyzon Motors. “Pairing our proprietary technology with operational excellence will position our company to help lead the global clean energy tr...
New Head of Product Engineering at Mercedes-Benz Trucks
In May 2023, Rainer Müller-Finkeldei (53) will take over the responsibility for Mercedes-Benz Trucks Product Engineering. In his new position, he will lead the Mercedes-Benz Trucks engineering divisions in Germany, Brazil and Türkiye. Müller-Finkeldei will succeed Uwe Baake (59) who will retire as i...
Volta Trucks will soon open two new hubs in Germany and Spain
In accordance with the company's strategy based on some valuable European cities, the hubs will enhance the TaaS (Truck-as-a-Service) vision shared by Volta Trucks. Indeed, the German and French HQs join similar already existing projects located in Paris and London.
Battery management, Tevva to partner with global experts Ecobat
British new truck manufacturer Tevva established a valuable partnership with global experts Ecobat for first-life battery management. The partnership starts with 12-month pilot for battery handling and repair with opportunity to expand into repurposing and recycling.
Citroën, Thierry Koskas is the new CEO
Koskas will also act as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer within Stellantis. CEO Tavares: "Thierry’s dual responsibility is part of a logic of cross-functionality, as is already the case for other EVPs within the Stellantis leadership team".
BorgWarner, Phinia is the name of the newly-announced aftermarket spin-off. Brady Ericson will be the CEO
Brady Ericson is the new President and CEO of Phinia, the proposed spin-off of BorgWarner’s Fuel Systems and Aftermarket segments. Similarly, Chris Gropp will serve as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Phinia is expected to operate in fuel systems, starters, alternators and after...
Cummins records $28.1 billion revenues in 2022, $2.2 billion net income. Positive expectations in view of 2023
Based on its current forecast, Cummins projects full year 2023 revenues to be up 12 to 17%, and EBITDA to be in the range of 14.5 and 15.2% of sales. The company plans to continue to generate strong operating cash flow and returns for shareholders.
Happy 60th anniversary, FUSO Canter!
The first model of the Canter was launched in Japan in 1963. Since then, more than 4.5 million FUSO Canters have been produced worldwide. In 2017, FUSO launched Japan's first mass-produced electric truck in the light commercial vehicle segment, the eCanter.
Why Daimler Truck investing in Deutz means they’re pushing even harder on electric vehicles
Deutz and Daimler Truck have recently signed agreements giving Deutz access to Daimler engines by end of the decade. On the other hand, Daimler Truck will hold 4.19 percent of the issued capital of Deutz AG.
Arrival announces new CEO and cuts operating costs (including workforce, reduced by 50%)
Arrival has previously announced its plan to refocus its resources on the development of its US Van product, which the company currently expects to start production in Charlotte in 2024, subject to raising additional capital. The company had to make the harsh decision to the difficult decision to re...
