Battery electric

TEC Equipment of Portland, Oregon, now certified Mack, Volvo EV dealer
"I'm extremely proud of our team in Portland and our other EV-certified locations which have already met the challenge," says Chris Thompson, TEC Equipment's dealer principal.
January 31, 2023
A Volvo electric truck parked in front of TEC Equipment.
TA announces charging station deal with Electrify America
TravelCenters of America announced Monday it has agreed to partner with Electrify America, the largest open direct current (DC) fast-charging network in the U.S., to offer electric vehicle charging at select TA/Petro locations.
January 30, 2023
Electrify America chargers at a TA travel center
Bergey's now certified Mack, Volvo EV dealer
"One of Bergey's core values is a commitment to continuous improvement, and we wanted our sales and service teams to be ready to guide our customers as they look to start that next step in fleet sustainability," says Mark Brown, Bergey's VP of service.
January 26, 2023
A Mack LR fully electric garbage truck.
Nikola dealer network expands with Mid-Atlantic dealer
"ETHERO takes a collaborative approve to provide a customer-focused turnkey solution that meets the specific requirements for each fleet operator," says Dave Rogers, director, Electric Truck Division, ETHERO Truck + Energy.
January 24, 2023
Nikola Tre parked in lot
General Truck Sales announces Mack and Volvo EV Certification
“General Truck Sales recognizes society’s growing interest toward alternate energy sources, such as electrified vehicles,” says Steve Bassett, president of General Truck Sales.
January 23, 2023
General Truck Sales, Toledo, Ohio
More testing needed with all-electric trucks and vans
Will two all-electric Freightliner eCascadias recently delivered to a retail fleet in Michigan reveal some of the same findings the author experienced with a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning?
January 19, 2023
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
SOLD! panelists debate the heavy-duty powertrains of the future
The development and implementation of several alternative powertrains were addressed during an engaging panel at SOLD! Tuesday during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW).
January 17, 2023
SOLD 2023 powertrain panel
Velociti to install Stealth Power, expand fleet electrification
“Demand for connectivity and electrification has increased exponentially and both organizations currently deliver progressive solutions,” said Zac Graham, VP of Sales at Velociti.
January 16, 2023
A truck going down a mountain highway on a sunny day.
Nikola streamlining operations, moves battery production to Arizona
Nikola Corporation is moving its battery manufacturing from Cypress, Calif. to its Coolidge, Ariz. manufacturing facility.
January 15, 2023
Nikola truck in front of facility
Lightning eMotors launches free Fleet Planner tool
"Our virtual Fleet Planner takes the guesswork out of vehicle selection and provides personalized and understandable EV information based on the fleet's unique needs," says Nick Bettis, vice president of marketing and sales operations.
January 4, 2023
Fleet Planner
Nikola moving forward earning CARB voucher
Nikola has submitted an application for eligibility of the Nikola Tre FCEV as an authorized vehicle under the California Air Resources Board HVIP program for a base incentive amount valued at $240,000 per FCEV truck.
December 23, 2022
Nikola Tre fuel cell electric vehicle
Lion Electric proprietary battery production underway
The Lion Electric Company has completed production of its first lithium-ion battery pack at the company's battery manufacturing facility located in Mirabel, Quebec.
December 22, 2022
Lion Electric eChassis introduction
Green Power names bus dealer in Oregon
GreenPower Motor Company announces the appointment of Peterson Trucks as the dealer for GreenPower's BEAST Type D and Nano BEAST Type A all-electric school buses for the state of Oregon.
December 22, 2022
Green Power school buses
Young Trucks Ohio's first certified Volvo EV dealership
"We have continued to focus on the road ahead, and introducing battery-electric truck sales and service into our product and service offering was a natural next step for Young Trucks," says Ryan Young, dealer principal.
December 21, 2022
A green tractor-trailer in front of a dealership.
Research and Markets break down medium- and heavy-duty EVs
By 2030, 45.3 percent of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in North America and Europe will be electric vehicles, with the majority of those using eAxles.
December 14, 2022
A white and blue Class 8 truck in front of trees.
NTEA adds EV sessions to Work Truck Week schedule
NTEA has added exclusive update sessions from five electric vehicle manufacturers to the Work Truck Week 2023 educational conference.
December 13, 2022
Work Truck Show logo
Mack and Volvo add Certified EV Dealer in Canada
“Surgenor is ready and pleased to be part of the evolution of transportation toward electrification,” says Mike Gallant, general manager of Surgenor Kingston. “Many of our customers have made inquiries into electric vehicles.”
December 13, 2022
Surgenor Truck Group in Ottawa
Vision Truck Group certified dealer for Mack, Volvo EVs
“As a company, Vision Truck Group is dedicated to sustainability. The Brampton facility was designed to be safe, ergonomic and efficient," says Travis Brown, Vision's vice president of product support.
December 12, 2022
Picture of a glass and metal building with a Vision Truck Group sign.
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