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Fuel / Technology: Electric Drive

Volvo Links Advanced Technology Trucking Efforts

April 25, 2019Volvo Trucks is taking a holistic approach to its electric, autonomous and connected-vehicle efforts, looking beyond the truck to create sustainable transportation.

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Trillium Unveils PowerUp Electric Truck Charging

April 25, 2019Trillium introduced a system for the trucking industry called PowerUp that combines power from the grid with on-site energy generation and storage to control fuel costs at ACT Expo.
Truck for Regional Haul

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Growth of Regional Haul Could Present Opportunities

April 25, 2019NACFE recently released a new report, Regional Haul: An Opportunity for Trucking that looks at this growing market segment.

North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)

Dana Launches Light-Duty EV Powertrain

April 25, 2019Dana Inc. will offer a light-duty electric powertrain to equip Class 2 through Class 6 work trucks.

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Meritor, TransPower Electrify Terminal Tractors

April 25, 2019Meritor and TransPower have won a $17.1 million contract to make electric-powered terminal tractors for the California ports of Long Beach and Oakland.

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AMPLY Pegs Dollar-Per-Gallon Cost for Electricity

April 25, 2019Amply Power has calculated costs per dollar to charge an electric vehicle in the Top 25 US markets.

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Penske adds fast chargers for more electric trucks

April 25, 2019Penske celebrated the announcement of its new electric vehicle commercial charging capabilities at its La Mirada facility during a livestream ribbon-cutting event.

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Lion Electric Co. Launches Class 8 ‘Urban Truck’

April 24, 2019Lion Electric Co. unveiled a “Class 8 urban truck” at ACT Expo on Wednesday.

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CF1 Electric Delivery Truck Is Driver-Focused

April 24, 2019The CityFreighter CF1 is a battery electric medium-duty delivery truck prototype with a sleek modern design to make delivery jobs easier and more appealing.

BYD Debuts Next Generation Battery Electric Yard Tractor Providing Performance, Comfort, and Reliability

April 24, 2019BYD Motors is expected to deliver 14 yard tractors to two BNSF Railway intermodal facilities in Southern California, adding to an ongoing demonstration project.

ACT Expo

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Commercial Fleets to Benefit from Launch of LAZER Initiative to Reduce Emissions and Cut Costs

April 24, 2019GNA and UCR’s CE-CERT collaborate to support organizations in evaluating the real-world economic and environmental benefits of advanced transportation technologies in commercial fleet applications.

ACT Expo

Clean Cities Coalitions Celebrate 25 Years of Building the Right Partnerships to Scale Solutions

April 24, 2019In its 25th year, the Clean Cities Coalition recognizes the key to its undeniable success—working one-on-one with local fleet managers to understand their operational needs and develop cost effective solutions.

ACT Expo

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Xos Electrifies Cash-Hauling Loomis Armored Trucks

April 23, 2019Xos has signed a deal to electrify two Loomis Armored US trucks with a pending order for 100 more if the test trucks prove their worth.

Battery Electric Refrigerated Delivery Truck Debuts

April 22, 2019Chanje partners with Thermo King on demonstration vehicle that uses rooftop solar panels to maintain 100+ miles of range.

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ACT 101: Have You Left Money Lying Around? A Look at California’s Clean Fuel Market

April 18, 2019LCFS credits can accelerate a return on investment, contribute to a lower total cost of ownership, and in some cases, provide free fuel plus a little additional cash in the fleet’s pocket.

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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Sustainable Fleet Operations in Louisiana

April 18, 2019Dinero Washington, President & CEO of SporTran has pioneered efforts to implement alternative fueled vehicles and advanced technologies across their fleet operations—setting a public transportation first for the state of Louisiana.