News about trucks

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  Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Introduces First Electric Fire Truck

  The first electric fire truck has been delivered to the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) for deployment at Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast. The truck was manufactured by Volvo Trucks Australia at their facility in Wacol, Brisbane.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 12, 2024, 1:19 p.m.
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  Two near-production eActros 600 prototypes undergo most extensive test run in the history of Mercedes-Benz Trucks

  Mercedes-Benz Trucks started the most extensive test run in the company’s history from Frankfurt am Main on Tuesday. With the “eActros 600 European Testing Tour 2024”, the intention is for two near-series prototypes of the new electric flagship eActros 600 to drive through more than 20 European countries, completing more than 13.000 kilometers each with 40 tons total towing weight.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 12, 2024, 10:29 a.m.
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  Port of Hamburg tests Volvo electric trucks

  The Port of Hamburg in Germany has embarked on trials using Volvo FH Electric trucks, managed by container-transport specialist Container-Transport-Dienst GmbH (CTD). The goal is to assess operational efficiency and charging processes at the port, a pivotal hub for international trade in Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 7, 2024, 3:40 p.m.
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  DB Schenker is first company in Sweden to drive R 450e e-truck from Scania on long-haul route

  The logistics company DB Schenker has announced that it has become the first company in Sweden to use the Scania R 450e electric truck on a long-distance route. The first use of the electric truck started with a 300 km drive from Jönköping to Södertälje, which took three hours.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 27, 2024, 8:40 p.m.
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  Scania Unveils Autonomous Mining Trucks in Australia

  Scania, a well-known automotive industry company, has recently opened orders for its innovative self-driving mining trucks in Australia. The announcement includes the rollout of a 40-tonne autonomous heavy tipper, already available for order, and a planned 50-tonne model set to follow. These trucks mark a significant leap in mining technology and are projected to start operations by 2024.

  Maksim Tropko

  May 27, 2024, 4:48 p.m.
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  Mack Trucks Australia Unveils Powerful Euro 6 Range

  Mack Trucks Australia recently unveiled its advanced Euro 6 range of trucks, set to transform the trucking industry with state-of-the-art engines and enhanced safety features.

  Maksim Tropko

  May 27, 2024, 3:30 p.m.
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  Kenworth SuperTruck 2 Debuts as a Hybrid Semi at the ACT Expo

  Kenworth recently unveiled the innovative SuperTruck 2 at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. This semi-truck, noted for its environmental friendliness and cutting-edge design, forms part of a Department of Energy initiative aimed at developing greener heavy-duty vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 22, 2024, 8:50 a.m.
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  Volvo expands its range of biodiesel-powered trucks

  Volvo Trucks is expanding its model offers adapted for biodiesel B100. This is yet another move in line with the company’s strategy to reduce the climate impact of its trucks.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 21, 2024, 3:15 p.m.
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  Honda has modified a Peterbilt to run on a hydrogen fuel

  Honda's latest concept is a hydrogen fuel cell semi-truck, simply called the Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept. The company will show it, along with other fuel cell vehicles, at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Las Vegas on May 20.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 20, 2024, 10:46 a.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz Trucks sends eActros 600 on most extensive test run in the company’s history

  Two near-production prototypes of the battery-electric long-haul truck will tour more than 20 European countries. Each truck will travel more than 13,000 kilometers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  May 6, 2024, 5:33 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz Trucks developers successfully test electric charging at 1,000 kilowatts

  Developers from Mercedes-Benz Trucks successfully charged for the first time a prototype of the eActros 600, which was presented last year, at a charging station with an output of one megawatt at the in-house development and testing center in W?rth am Rhein.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 22, 2024, 3:37 p.m.
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  Milence opens first heavy-duty charging hub in France

  Milence, the truck charging infrastructure joint venture between Daimler Truck, Traton and Volvo, is expanding its activities to France.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 22, 2024, 11:40 a.m.
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  Tatra has introduced its own brand of oils and lubricants

  Tatra Trucks in cooperation with TotalEnergies has developed and prepared engine, transmission and hydraulic oils especially for Tatra vehicles of all model series.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 15, 2024, 10:21 a.m.
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  MAN will launch a small series of trucks with a hydrogen combustion engine in 2025

  MAN Truck & Bus has announced plans to launch a limited series of hydrogen-powered trucks named MAN hTGX in 2025. The company will produce around 200 units for markets including Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland, and selected non-European countries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 10, 2024, 2:14 p.m.
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  Kempower's megawatt charging system for electric trucks arrives in Europe

  Kempower, a Finnish electric vehicle (EV) charging manufacturer, has introduced a pioneering Megawatt Charging System for electric trucks. This new charging station boasts a power rating of over 1 megawatt (MW), aiming to address the electrification challenges faced by heavy-duty vehicles. 

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 8, 2024, 11:13 a.m.
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  The new Mercedes-Benz Actros L will go into production in December 2024

  Mercedes-Benz has revealed the new Actros L diesel truck, featuring a cab based on the design of the electric eActros 600 showcased last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 4, 2024, 10:05 a.m.
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  Metallica will be using electric trucks for their concert tour in Europe

  Metallica, the renowned heavy metal band, announced it will utilize electric trucks for its upcoming 'M72 World Tour' in Europe from May to July 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 2, 2024, 9:55 a.m.
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  ABB E-mobility and MAN have demonstrated megawatt charging in public for the first time

  The MAN eTruck charged at a prototype charging station from ABB E-mobility with more than 700 kilowatts and 1,000 amps.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 22, 2024, 4:29 p.m.
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  Duvenbeck switches to biogas for its long-distance transport services for ZF Saarbr?cken

  Duvenbeck, the logistics company, uses biomethane (biogas) fuel in trucks that work for automobile supplier ZF in Saarbr?cken, Germany.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 19, 2024, 3:07 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 completes final winter trials before start of series production

  Mercedes-Benz Trucks engineers were in Rovaniemi, Finland, to test the battery-electric eActros 600 for long-distance haulage in extreme cold and snow.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 19, 2024, 10:56 a.m.