Alternative power: Page 2

'Incentives and infrastructure' essential to new powertrain acceptance
Cummins' CEO and President Jennifer Rumsey told attendees Tuesday at the Green Truck Summit that readily available purchasing incentives and infrastructure investment will drive new powertrain adoption in the coming decade and beyond.
March 7, 2023
Jennifer Rumsey, new Cummins president and CEO
Bigger not always better when spec'ing EV batteries and chargers
While it may be tempting to spec a larger EV battery and more powerful charger, it's not always needed and it actually may do more harm than good.
March 7, 2023
Green Truck Summit Work Truck Show
Shyft Group earns EPA certification for electric delivery van line
The Shyft Group announced Monday it has completed testing and received certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the company’s Blue Arc EV Solutions Class 3, 4 and 5 electric delivery vehicles.
March 6, 2023
Blue Arc EV from Shyft Group
Kriete Group invests in charging infrastructure to support EV customers
Kriete Truck Centers announced Thursday it has installed two charging stations at its Madison, Wis., location to serve the needs of electric truck customers and to assist the industry’s and Kriete’s brand partners' support of this key national initiative.
March 2, 2023
Kriete Group chargers
Inflation becomes top concern for suppliers
Inflation has moved to the top of “the big three” concerns for commercial vehicle suppliers, MEMA’s Richard Anderson reported Wednesday in the association’s monthly Pulse webinar.
March 1, 2023
Man looking at computer
TICO partners with Volvo Penta, bringing EV terminal tractor to market
TICO Manufacturing, the leading terminal tractor manufacturer and one of the largest terminal tractor fleet owners and operators in North America, announces the full production of its Pro-Spotter Electric terminal tractor.
March 1, 2023
Tico terminal tractor
There's no 'learn as you go' approach with electric vehicles
On Tuesday afternoon during its Annual Meeting in Orlando, TMC again turned its attention toward what could easily be the third pillar of its operation — safety. Particularly safety regarding battery electric vehicles.
February 28, 2023
TMC battery electric vehicle panel
TMC focuses on powertrains of the future
"There's no silver bullet for the industry as we look to decarbonize," Adam Buttgenbach, of PepsiCo, says. "Our goal is to leverage the best technology for the best duty cycle and decarbonize sooner rather than later."
February 28, 2023
A man speaking at a podium as part of a panel at TMC 2023.
GreenPower launches next round of electric bus project
Four counties in West Virginia will get all-electric GreenPower buses with this round focusing on mountainous terrain and cooler temperatures.
February 28, 2023
A group of people stand in front of an electric school bus.
TMC hitting the gas on EV safety recommended practice
With more electric Class 8 trucks hitting North American roadways each day, ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) is racing to develop ideal safety processes for fleet owners and service shops to use on battery electric vehicles (BEV) in the field.
February 27, 2023
TMC EV safety task force chairman Chas Voyles
NACFE stresses immediacy, partnerships as fleets navigate zero emission 'messy middle'
During the 'messy middle' fleets will have many powertrain options, but there will be no clear winning solution.
February 26, 2023
exhaust smoke coming from a tailpipe
Nikola adds PlusDrive safety systems for Tre
The first factory-installed Nikola Tre BEVs and hydrogen electric vehicles that will incorporate enhanced driver assistance features powered by PlusDrive will be available by the end of 2024.
February 23, 2023
Nikola Tre with PlusDrive feature
Noregon, ClearFlame collaborating to support alternative fuel system service
Noregon on Thursday announced a collaborative effort with ClearFlame Engine Technologies to provide the commercial vehicle & equipment industry with improved coverage for servicing alternative fuel systems.
February 23, 2023
ClearFlame Technologies
Duke Energy to build microgrid integraged fleet electrification center
"Electric fleet commitments are increasing as companies with ambitious sustainability goals work to decarbonize business operations," says Harry Sideris, Duke Energy. "We are helping speed commercial fleet electrification."
February 22, 2023
A Freightliner electric Class 8 truck under an overpass.
Nikola opens HYLA's fourth hydrogen station
"Our recently announced hydrogen energy brand, HYLA, is dedicated to solving the complex challenges that the mobility and hydrogen industry have faced for decades by offering integrated mobility solutions, including the trucks," Carey Mendes says.
February 22, 2023
A white truck and trailer going down the road.
Volvo hits 25 certified EV dealerships
"The first 25 dealership locations were the early movers who chose to invest in the certification process so they are prepared to support customers in their region that are interested in deploying battery-electric trucks," says Peter Voorhoeve, president.
February 21, 2023
A Volvo truck on the road with a logo that says celebrating 25 certified EV dealerships.
Republic, Oshkosh team up for EV integrated waste, recycling truck
"Our engagement with Oshkosh on the truck of the future will accelerate the transition of our fleet while providing advanced safety features and technology," says Jon Vander Ark, president and CEO of Republic Services Inc.
February 21, 2023
A blue garbage truck in a white building.
Ford Lightning production pause extends to entire Rouge plant following battery fire
A battery fire that first led Ford to stop production and delivery of its electric F-150 Lightning pickup was later extended to an entire plant shutdown.
February 15, 2023
Two 2022 F-150 Ford Lightnings at Coggins Ford in Deland, Florida.
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