Numerous barriers and challenges have made trucks (both medium and heavy-duty) more difficult to electrify than lighter vehicle segments. However, within these categories, some considerations make specific applications more easily electrifiable with current technologies, while other applications will require further improvements to electric vehicle (EV) technologies to become viable. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric and Fuel […]

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Hyundai Motor Company’s XCIENT Fuel Cell electric heavy-duty trucks recently surpassed a cumulative driving distance of 10 million km in Swiss fleet usage — a testament to the world-class hydrogen fuel cell technology’s long-term reliability. This achievement was made in just three years and eight months since the XCIENT Fuel Cell began fleet operations in […]

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Heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier TG Lynes has become one of the first businesses to operate a 7.5-tonne electric truck on the streets of London. Enfield-based TG Lynes is leading the sustainable transport charge by investing in a UK-manufactured Tevva battery-electric truck to carry out local deliveries around the capital. Fully electric 7.5-tonne trucks […]

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Explore the must-have safety features and technologies for your truck to ensure a safer ride, enhance your driving experience, and protect your vehicle. As a truck owner, you must prioritize your safety and that of other road users. Investing in various must-have safety features to add to your truck is a proactive way to ensure […]

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Major fleets have committed to transitioning at least 30% of their new heavy-duty truck purchases to zero-emission vehicles, including electric models, by 2030. However, many companies are daunted by the extra upfront cost of electric trucks and challenges like the limited availability of chargers. The benefits of electric trucks, increased availability of more makes and […]

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Daimler Commercial Vehicles MENA (DCV MENA) has delivered the region’s first Mercedes-Benz eEconic collection truck to BEEAH Group, the Middle East’s sustainability and digitalisation pioneer, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the BEEAH Headquarters in Sharjah. The official handover of the eEconic was completed by Emirates Motor Company Commercial Vehicles (EMC […]

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In the waste management system, the unhonoured heroes, like septic trucks, often come in helpful ways that take pride in taking environmental responsibility. Septic trucks are a beneficial source for homeowners to keep the environment free of foul odours and prolong health.  They guarantee a hygienic environment that is beneficial for each (humans, animals and […]

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The sustainable transportation landscape in Saudi Arabia is on the verge of transformation as the highly anticipated eActros 300 L 4×2, the first battery-electric truck from Mercedes-Benz Trucks debuted in the Kingdom. Juffali Commercial Vehicles, the authorised General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz Trucks, is proud to unveil this revolutionary heavy-duty electric truck, marking a significant milestone […]

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Hyundai’s XCIENT Heavy-Duty Fuel Cell Truck has won the GREEN AWARD in the Mobility category at GTF Connect Los Angeles, hosted in Hollywood, California. XCIENT Fuel Cell’s innovative technology positions it as an industry leader, providing zero-emission transport solutions. Its advanced fuel cell technology sets a benchmark for the future of sustainable, efficient transportation. “I […]

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Hyundai Motor Company today premiered its new XCIENT Fuel Cell tractor, the commercialized class 8 6×4 fuel cell electric model, for the North American commercial vehicle (CV) market at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo.  The company is exhibiting the XCIENT Fuel Cell tractor and the hydrogen fuel cell system at North America’s most comprehensive advanced […]

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