Battery swap, Octopus Energy and CATL launch new joint venture Swaptopus
The model allows vehicles to replace a discharged battery with a charged one in just a few minutes, reducing downtime compared to traditional charging.
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DAF deploys an XF 350 Electric to MartinoRossi in Northern Italy
The DAF XF 350 will be used to transport the energy byproduct of the milling process: within the MartinoRossi ecosystem, out of approximately twenty daily trips, at least three or four involve this material, which is destined for biomethane plants.
One year of electric truck series production at MAN Truck & Bus plant in Munich
It was exactly one year ago when MAN Truck & Bus officially started series production of their electric trucks. One year later, MAN takes stock of the current situation. Around 1,300 heavy-series electric trucks have been manufactured at MAN's Munich plant since then, with the Bavarian truck maker g...
From the new electric generation (with range up to 700 km) to the re-engineered D13 engines. Volvo Trucks have multiple aces up the sleeve
At the Volvo Trucks Experience Center in Gothenburg, we got a closer look at the major innovations Volvo is introducing in anticipation of its centennial next year. From the updated D13 diesel and natural gas engines to the new generation of electric trucks, now available with a “monster” range of u...
Valencia, Prologis and PragmaCharge join forces in new truck charging hub close to the port
According to Prologis, the hub, spanning 12,500 square metres, is already under construction and will be developed in two phases. The first phase will include 14 high-power charging ports and is expected to be operational in Q3 2026. A second phase will then expand the facility to 48 charging ports,...
Wibax to purchase over 100 Scania electric trucks
A leading independent logistics and liquid bulk storage company operating not only in Sweden, Wibax has placed huge electric truck order. The group has signed a deal to purchase 105 new Scania electric trucks. According to Scania, the deal is the EU's largest single sales of electric trucks for bulk...
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“The Battery Cycle” is our new special feature exploring the world of batteries for commercial EVs. Browse it here!
In collaboration with our sister platforms Sustainable Bus and Powertrain International, Sustainable Truck&Van has launched “The Battery Cycle”, a special feature aimed at exploring, through technical article, the world of batteries for commercial and industrial EVs. The issue is available online, a...
IAA Media Summit 2026. We attended the traditional event that anticipates IAA Transportation
As media partners of the international event, our editorial staff attended once again the traditional IAA Media Summit, held on June 8 and 9 in Frankfurt. Two days of debates, conferences and presentations for the benefit of a selection of media representatives. IAA Transportation will open its door...
From the new electric generation (with range up to 700 km) to the re-engineered D13 engines. Volvo Trucks have multiple aces up the sleeve
At the Volvo Trucks Experience Center in Gothenburg, we got a closer look at the major innovations Volvo is introducing in anticipation of its centennial next year. From the updated D13 diesel and natural gas engines to the new generation of electric trucks, now available with a “monster” range of u...
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Quantron AG changes its top management. Andreas Haller appointed CEO, replacing Michael Perschke
Former CEO Michael Perschke will take over as Managing Director of the ROQIT joint venture. Perschke also resigned from his position on the Management Board of Quantron AG. ROQIT is an IT and mobility-as-a-Service company and joint venture between QUANTRON and Goldstone Technologies from India.
UK, DAF Trucks to create certified Electric Truck Centres within the dealer network
All DAF Truck Sales Centres will become certified DAF Electric Truck Centres. Moreover, at least one locally based DAF electric truck demonstrator will also be available for customer evaluation, supported by access to a national demonstrator fleet which includes choice of configurations and body typ...
Volvo electric trucks land in Latin America. First deliveries in Brazil, Chile and Uruguay
Brazil, in particular, is an important market for Volvo Trucks, in 2022 Volvo delivered 26,159 trucks to customers. There, Reiter Log, which is one of the largest logistics operators in Brazil, will begin using five Volvo FM Electric vehicles on various routes. The trucks will be rented through Volv...
Dachser starts testing Krone battery-electric refrigerated truck trailers
If the truck is traveling at more than 20 km/h, the generator axis supplies enough power to operate the cooling system completely independent of the battery and also to charge the battery. Various test scenarios are now being played out at the three Dachser branches. The refrigeration units are prov...
Electric vehicle production is not an easy game: how giants and startups are facing the challenges
Among nervous investors and battery manufacturers cutting their profit forecasts, start-ups are sinking. Tesla burned 70 billion dollars in a day. The Semi, though, keeps being a candidate to carve out a place for itself, unlike start-ups. Volta Trucks went into bankruptcy, dragged down by Proterra’...
Discovering the DOLPHIN R&D project led by Renault Trucks
The project aims at building a demonstration vehicle, based on an all-electric truck, to test and evaluate technological innovations in three areas of research: energy and environmental optimization, safety for road users and ergonomics and on-board comfort.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks continues to electrify its supply chain. Twelve more e-trucks handed over to customers
Twelve more e-trucks, namely eActros 300, have been handed over to customers as an integral part of the company's inbound logistics concept for emission-free delivery traffic. From the first quarter of 2024, these vehicles will be used to carry out around 50 all-electric transports to the Wörth plan...
Austria, Coca-Cola relies on Mercedes eActros for its traditional Christmas truck tour
Coca-Cola Santa's Freightliner truck will, as always, be the center of attention. However, the highlight of this year's Christmas truck tour is the accompanying truck, which transports elements from the Christmas village: An all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 with three battery packs and a range...
Milence opens its first charging hub for electric trucks in Venlo, the Netherlands
The hub currently consists of four charging bays. The second phase, scheduled to be operational in Q1 2024, will include additional four charging bays and the completion of the site design. The site will welcome electric trucks of all brands.
Tevva shared the stage at COP28 in Dubai: “Meaningful actions” are needed on ZE trucks
"We need help to scale up and carve a pathway towards greater adoption of zero-emission vehicles. Simply put, we believe that further government action is required to ensure that the UK achieves its net zero goals in the best and fastest possible way for the good of the environment, economy and Brit...
