BMZ to build new battery production site in North Macedonia
The new production facility covers an area of 6,800 sqm, with the possibility of further expanding the facilities in the future. Operations are scheduled to be fully underway by May 2025.
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‘Generational transition’ at Daimler Truck. Karin Rådström replaces Martin Daum as CEO
Former Mercedes-Benz Trucks CEO, Karin Rådström, is about to replace Martin Daum from October 1st. Rådström has been appointed in this function until January 31, 2029. Martin Daum will remain as full member of the Board of Management until December 31, 2024, to support a smooth handover.
Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia to allocate regional incentives for e-truck purchase
In Germany, the removal of national funding left several transport companies unprepared coping with the current energy transition. The purchase price of a zero-emission truck is significantly higher compared to a conventional diesel truck.
Lion Electric to reduce workforce by 30% in Canada and th U.S. due to low business volumes in H1, 2024
"Transition to electric is taking longer than initially expected, but transportation electrification is here to stay. It is with that mindset that we have put together an action plan to adjust our cost structure to enable us to continue to support the increasing electric school bus demand and mainta...
Finnish charging systems specialist Kempower reports weak second quarter financial results
Kempower reported a decrease in terms of order intake, revenue, operative EBIT considering the first half of the year. Indeed, the Finnish company has got ambitious plans for the near future, although the current electrification trends in the CV sector seems to slow down.
Italian logistics company Lannutti makes record order of 1,500 Volvo FH Aero trucks, most of them running on HVO
“The fleet renewal principle for us at Lannutti Group is to prioritize low emission vehicles while offering a high level of comfort and safety to our drivers, protecting them and all the other road users. This partnership with Volvo will allow us to continue our journey towards zero emissions” said ...
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Ballard’s new scalable FCmove®-XD fuel cell engine to debut at IAA 2024
Canadian fuel cell supplier’s latest high-performance module for heavy-duty vehicles, scalable from 120-360kW, will make its European debut at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024 in September. The new product "is designed to deliver uncompromised power and performance for operators and efficient integration on ...
Volvo to increase the range of its FH Aero Electric trucks. Up to 600 km on a single charge
More efficient batteries, a further improved battery management system and overall efficiency of the powertrain also contribute to the extended range. The new Volvo FH Electric will be released for sale during the second half of 2025.
IAA 2024, Kia to showcase PV5 and PV7 concept vehicles
Kia will use the German exhibition to introduce its PBV concept vehicles in Europe. With PBVs, standing for for ‘Platform Beyond Vehicles’, Kia is taking the bold step to enter the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market with an exciting range of built-for-purpose vehicles.
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Gerrit Marx is the designated CEO of CNH On-Highway Business
The new On-Highway business will include the following group’s brands and their respective activities: IVECO (heavy, medium and light commercial vehicles), IVECO ASTRA focused on heavy- duty trucks, IVECO BUS and Heuliez Bus, Magirus (firefighting vehicles), Iveco Defence Vehicles, Iveco Capital and...
Acquisition completed. Akasol is now part of BorgWarner group
By taking over Akasol, BorgWarner has the target of increasing its presence in the e-mobility field and further strengthening its market position for battery systems. As a matter of fact, the US-based group is a primary player in the production of drivetrain components for the automotive industry.
«We keep changing for the future». ACEA releases a brand-new video for its 30th anniversary
On the occasion of the above-mentioned anniversary, ACEA released today (June 3, 2021) a video aimed at promoting a new brand identity vision.
Price of lithium batteries -97% in 30 years. And by 2050 an extra -68%
The price of lithium batteries has fallen by 97% in 30 years. Says a study by MIT, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston, published at the end of March 2021 in the journal Energy and Environmental Science and taken up by The Economist.
Scania fossil free energy: great progress on climate targets
For the first time since it set its Science Based Targets, Scania is reporting on its progress in reducing emissions, both from its own operations using a larger percentage of fossil free energy and from the use of its ecological vehicles.
Essa Al Saleh new Volta Trucks CEO, Carl-Magnus Norden new Executive Chairman
Volta Trucks, the leading full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, has announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman, as it prepares to move ahead with the next stage of its corporate development.
A survey by Nissan: 70% of European drivers would consider an electric car
Nissan's survey based on e-mobility and the acceptance of electric cars. The survey involved a sample of 7000 drivers across Europe, 50% of whom own an electric vehicle and the remaining 50% have a car with a combustion engine. 70%1 of European drivers said yes, mainly because of the environmental b...
Volkswagen outlines roadmap for climate-neutral mobility by 2050
Volkswagen has a detailed plan for decarbonizing the company and its products, to be net carbon neutral by 2050 at the latest. As well as accelerating the transition to e-mobility, the production - including supply chain - and operation of electric cars is to be made net carbon neutral.
European CEO Alliance for transport and energy decarbonization strategy
This CEO Alliance, formed in 2020 against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic and the historic decisions on the European Green Deal, released a joint position paper in order to decarbonize their companies by 2030
