Tag: HGV
The UK’s push to electrify heavy goods vehicles: Progress and challenges with electric HGVs
The UK faces a critical challenge in decarbonising its transport sector. While electric passenger cars are becoming more common, heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) remain largely dependent on diesel. As a result, the HGV sector...
Kalmar and Elonroad trial potential dynamic charging breakthrough for heavy electric vehicles
Kalmar and Elonroad are testing a 200-meter electric road in Sweden to charge heavy vehicles both while driving and stationary.The system offers 97% efficiency, reduces battery sizes by up to 80%, and is cheaper...
Electrifying Australia’s roads: A close look at the future of heavy electric vehicles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-nGtqNIuGI&feature=youtu.beWhen it comes to making a significant contribution to reducing the nation’s carbon emissions, the heavy vehicle sector is on the cusp of a revolution. With an appetite for embracing innovative technologies and an...
Zero-emission HGVs are taking off in the UK, with a 30% surge in registrations
UK registrations for zero-emission HGVs surged by 30% in Q2 2024, but they still represent only 0.6% of the market.Slow growth in HGV-specific charging infrastructure and restrictive grants are major barriers to wider adoption...
Milence calls for action to prepare Europe’s energy grid for emobility
Milence presents White Paper with vital recommendations to bolster Europe's grid for electric HDV charging.EU's Grid Action Plan necessitates €600 billion investments by 2030, prompting Milence's targeted response.Recommendations cover transparency, streamlined applications, proactive grid...
The GRIDSERVE Electric Freightway initiative rolls out first electric truck deliveries in the UK
GRIDSERVE Electric Freightway programme delivers first electric trucks to A.F. Blakemore & Son.Two Volvo FM Electric trucks will save 45,000 litres of diesel and cut 120 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.Bedford Depot upgrades to...
GRIDSERVE and Hitachi ZeroCarbon release first report on the UK’s Electric Freightway
GRIDSERVE, with Hitachi ZeroCarbon, pioneers a zero-emission future in UK logistics.Aims: extensive eHGV charging network, supporting up to 140 vehicles with 33 partners.Milestones: deploying first eHGVs, creating charging depots, aligning with UK Government's HGV...
TotalEnergies fuels efficiency with in-depot electric truck charging
TotalEnergies unveils in-depot electric truck charging service for efficient fleet transition.Service offers optimized charge points, ultra-fast options (up to 400 kW), and end-to-end support.Expansion plans include extending charging infrastructure along European road corridors by...
Revolutionising all-electric trucks with the debut of DAF’s next generation XB series
DAF unveils its game-changing next-gen XB all-electric trucks, from 7.5 to 19 tonnes. The XB series is set to include highly efficient zero-emission battery electric vehicles that prioritise eco-consciousness without compromising efficiency. These trucks set a...
Circle K boosts electric HGV charging infrastructure across Sweden
Circle K pioneers electric HGV charging in Sweden with 16 new 360 kW points, backed by the Swedish Energy Agency.Stations provide more than just charging, offering amenities and secure parking.Circle K plans to expand...
