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Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G Crowned Electric Bus Champion of 2024, Dominates Performance Tests

(IN BRIEF) The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G, an all-electric articulated city bus, has been named the Electric Bus Champion of 2024 after excelling in the rigorous comparison test organized by Omnibusspiegel bus magazine in Bonn. This marks the second consecutive victory … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Embarks on Landmark European Testing Tour with eActros 600 Electric Flagship

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks is gearing up for its most extensive test run yet, slated for this summer, featuring the groundbreaking electric flagship eActros 600. With two near-series prototypes, the trucks will traverse over 20 European countries, clocking more than … Read the full press release

Michelin and Porsche Drive Innovation Forward with Bespoke Tires for the New Electric Macan

(IN BRIEF) Michelin and Porsche continue their longstanding partnership with the introduction of three tailored tire ranges for the all-electric Porsche Macan, marking another milestone in their collaborative journey of over half a century. Leveraging expertise gained from the World … Read the full press release

DHL Freight Deploys Fully Electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 Trucks for Sustainable Transport

(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight has introduced its first fully electric heavy tractor-trailers, Mercedes-Benz eActros 300, in Germany, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions in delivery and distribution transport. Deployed at the Koblenz and Hagen sites, these vehicles … Read the full press release

RIZON Drives Electric Innovation: Daimler Truck’s New Brand Debuts Battery-Electric Trucks in Canada

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck’s latest brand, RIZON, announces the Canadian launch of its battery-electric Class 4-5 trucks, marking a significant step towards electrification in the transportation sector. With its debut at Truck World in Toronto and preorders opening in June … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major Contract to Introduce Autonomous Ground Vehicles in Japan

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has clinched a significant multimillion-dollar contract from the Japanese Ministry of Defence, paving the way for the introduction of autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) in Japan. The contract entails the delivery of Rheinmetall Mission Master SP UGVs … Read the full press release

APM Terminals’ Rijeka Gateway Spearheads Electrification with 60+ Electric Handling Equipment Pieces

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals, in partnership with ENNA Logic, is making significant strides towards its Net-Zero 2040 goal by electrifying container handling equipment at the Rijeka Gateway. With over 60 electric pieces, including STS cranes and gantry cranes, the terminal’s … Read the full press release

Daimler Buses Unveils Ambitious Plans for Electric Future and Digital Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Buses has revealed its ambitious goals for the future, aiming to solidify its position as a global leader in the bus industry by 2030. With a focus on expanding its electric vehicle portfolio and enhancing digitalization, the … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Reach as Top Tire Supplier for Electric Vehicle Manufacturers in Asia-Pacific Region

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone by supplying tires to all five highest-volume electric vehicle manufacturers in the Asia-Pacific region for the first time, joining its stronghold in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and … Read the full press release

NIB Signs Loan Agreement with Arva AS to Enhance Northern Norway’s Electricity Distribution Network

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered a 7-year loan agreement with Arva AS, a Norwegian distribution grid operator, to bolster the efficiency and resilience of the electricity distribution network in Northern Norway. Valued at NOK 500 million … Read the full press release

Volkswagen and Mahindra Strike Major Deal for Electric Mobility Advancement

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move towards advancing their joint vision for e-mobility, Volkswagen Group and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) have signed a landmark supply agreement for components of Volkswagen’s MEB platform to be integrated into Mahindra’s purpose-built electric … Read the full press release

Neste Launches High-Power Charging Stations to Accelerate Electrification of Heavy-Duty Vehicles in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Neste takes a significant step towards accelerating the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) in Finland by introducing its first high-power charging stations for business customers. Located at the Neste Janakkala Linnatuuli service station along highway 3, these charging … Read the full press release

CUPRA Simplifies Electric Vehicle Charging with In-Car App and Charging Map

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA introduces an innovative in-car system, the CUPRA Charging Map, to streamline the charging experience for CUPRA Born drivers across Europe. Integrated into the vehicle’s infotainment display, the app provides real-time data on 620,000 charging points in 27 … Read the full press release

American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense Deliver Prototypes for U.S. Army’s Next-Gen Tactical Truck Program

(IN BRIEF) American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense have successfully delivered three prototype trucks for the initial phase of the U.S. Army’s Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Program. The program aims to replace the Army’s heavy tactical truck fleet with up … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s AI Lab: Fueling the Future of Connected Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in its vehicles to offer customers enhanced digital experiences. The company has unveiled the “AI Lab,” a global hub for innovation that will identify AI-based product ideas, collaborate … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Acquires 200 Charging Sites to Spearhead Electric Mobility in Spain in Partnership with Wenea

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Wenea have joined forces to establish a prominent presence in the Spanish electric mobility sector by creating a network of high-power charging hubs. TotalEnergies has acquired Nordian CPO, a subsidiary of Wenea, which owns 200 charging … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Multi-Million Euro Order for Fuchs 2 Armoured Vehicles and Kits

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a substantial order from an international partner to supply components for the production of Fuchs 2 wheeled armoured vehicles at a factory in the partner country. The order, valued at a figure in the three-digit … Read the full press release

MAN’s Electric Lion eTruck Almost Sold Out with 700 Orders in 3 Months

(IN BRIEF) In just over three months since its sales launch, the limited edition of MAN’s 2024 model year electric lion eTruck designed for long-distance transport is nearly sold out, with 700 orders and order requests received. Large-scale production is … Read the full press release

BASF to Lead Battery Recycling Efforts for Iveco Group’s Electric Vehicle Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Iveco Group (EXM: IVG) has partnered with BASF (FWB: BAS), a leading global chemical company, to implement a recycling solution for lithium-ion batteries used in Iveco Group’s electric vehicles. This collaboration is in line with Iveco Group’s circular … Read the full press release

SIXT Strikes Multi-Billion Euro Deal with Stellantis for Up to 250,000 Vehicles in Rental Fleet Expansion

(IN BRIEF) SIXT, the premium mobility service provider, and Stellantis, a major global automaker, have reached a multi-billion euro agreement, allowing SIXT to potentially purchase up to 250,000 vehicles for its rental fleet across Europe and North America over the … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Reports Robust Global Vehicle Deliveries in 2023, With Strong Growth in Electric Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen brand saw a significant increase in vehicle deliveries worldwide in 2023, with around 4.87 million vehicles handed over to customers, representing a 6.7% increase compared to 2022. The demand for all-electric vehicles also grew, with Volkswagen delivering … Read the full press release

Siemens AG Partners with Volkswagen for Electrification of Fleet with Up to 1,000 ID.4 Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG, a leading industrial company in Germany, is taking significant steps towards sustainability by partnering with Volkswagen Financial Services to electrify its fleet. The plan involves gradually adding up to 1,000 leased Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles to … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Volvo’s €420 Million Initiative for Cutting-Edge Electric Vehicle Platform

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Car Corporation has secured a €420 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support the development of an all-electric vehicle platform. This financing covers research and development, software development, and advanced manufacturing technologies for electric … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Paves the Way for Electric Trucks with Innovative Carbon Insetting Solution

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has introduced a new carbon insetting solution for electric vehicles (EVs), becoming the first logistics service provider to offer this solution, which was previously limited to low-emission fuels. This initiative aligns with Kuehne+Nagel’s Roadmap 2026 Living ESG … Read the full press release

PhD Researcher Addresses Power Quality Challenges in Electric Vehicle Charging

(IN BRIEF) Tim Slangen, a PhD researcher at the TU/e Department of Electrical Engineering, has conducted extensive research on the phenomenon of supraharmonic disturbances related to electric vehicle (EV) charging. Supraharmonics are waveform distortions in voltage and current occurring at … Read the full press release

Irizar e-mobility Utilizes Recycled Aluminium Produced with Green Hydrogen in Electric Buses

(IN BRIEF) Irizar e-mobility, a Spanish electric vehicle manufacturer, has become the first company to incorporate recycled aluminium produced using green hydrogen into their products. Hydro Extrusions, their supplier, produced the recycled aluminium in Navarra, Spain, using green hydrogen, which … Read the full press release

SEAT’s SEAT al Sol 2: Major Expansion of Solar Power for Electric Vehicle Production

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. is set to significantly expand its solar energy capacity with the installation of 39,000 new solar panels across its three production facilities in Martorell, El Prat, and Barcelona. This expansion, known as SEAT al Sol 2, … Read the full press release

ZF Aftermarket Introduces Repair Kits for Electric Axle Drives, Expanding Support for Independent Workshops

(IN BRIEF) ZF Aftermarket is bolstering its electric drivetrain offerings by introducing repair kits for electric axle drives. While electric motors are known for their durability and limited moving parts, they can still require repairs due to factors like dirt, … Read the full press release

VDL’s New Generation Citea Electric Bus Exceeds Expectations in ‘the MaxiMile Challenge’

(IN BRIEF) VDL Bus & Coach’s new generation Citea electric bus has demonstrated remarkable performance in ‘the MaxiMile Challenge,’ surpassing expectations. The challenge aimed to validate the promises made regarding the new Citea, known for being an energy-efficient, 100% electric … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €450 Million Loan to Iveco Group for Electric Mobility and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €450 million loan to Iveco Group, a global automotive leader, as part of a larger €500 million financing initiative. This funding aims to support the development of innovative technologies in … Read the full press release

AVL-Backed AI-Driven Model Extends Electric Car Battery Lifespan, Aligning with UN’s Minimum Shelf Life Proposal

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from AVL and the Institute of Automotive Technology at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a cutting-edge predictive model utilizing federated learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to determine the remaining useful life of electric vehicle … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Supports Transporters’ Transition to Electric Mobility with Tailored Charging Services

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has launched an innovative in-depot electric truck charging service at the SOLUTRANS trade show. This service is designed to facilitate the transition to electric mobility for transport companies by providing customized charging infrastructure. It includes efficient charge … Read the full press release

Scania and SSAB Join Forces to Achieve Full Decarbonization of Steel Deliveries for Heavy-Duty Vehicles by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Scania and SSAB, two leading companies in the transportation and steel industries, have signed a letter of intent to eliminate carbon emissions from all steel deliveries from SSAB to Scania’s heavy-duty vehicles by 2030. This ambitious goal includes … Read the full press release

SEAT and Volkswagen Prioritize Spanish Suppliers for Electric Vehicle Project

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. and the Volkswagen Group have taken a significant step towards localizing the production of electric vehicles by allocating over 75% of the material costs for the Small BEV project to suppliers based in Spain. This move … Read the full press release

Scania and sennder Launch Joint Venture ‘JUNA’ to Drive Electric Truck Adoption in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Scania CV AB and sennder Technologies GmbH have announced the establishment of JUNA, a joint venture focused on promoting electric solutions in road freight logistics across Europe. JUNA, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, introduces an innovative pay-per-use model for … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Elli Launches Elli Fleet Charging Across Europe to Streamline Electric Vehicle Fleet Management

(IN BRIEF) Elli, a brand under the Volkswagen Group, has introduced Elli Fleet Charging, an intelligent solution for managing and optimizing electric vehicle (EV) fleets across Europe. Initially available in Germany, Italy, Spain, and Austria, the platform allows companies to … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Launches Sales of Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks with Up to 1,000 km Range

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has commenced the sale of its first heavy-duty electric truck, marking a significant step in the transition to decarbonize freight transport. The new MAN eTGX and MAN eTGS electric trucks offer daily ranges of … Read the full press release

Scania Unveils Next-Generation Electric Trucks with Impressive Power and Range

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched the production of its next-generation battery-electric regional trucks, which offer impressive power, range, and charging capacity. These electric trucks, equipped with green battery cells from Northvolt, can handle gross train weights of up to 64 … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz and Eneco Partner to Simplify Electric Driving Transition

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Belgium Luxembourg & Netherlands is joining forces with Eneco to establish a strategic partnership focused on charging solutions to facilitate the transition to electric driving for customers. This collaboration aims to provide both business and private customers … Read the full press release

Scania Introduces High-Range Battery-Electric Bus Platform with Over 500 km Range

(IN BRIEF) Scania has unveiled its new battery-electric bus platform at Busworld, featuring low-entry 4×2 buses equipped with sustainably sourced and built batteries with an impressive energy storage capacity of up to 520 kWh. Developed specifically for heavy commercial vehicles, … Read the full press release