SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Sometime in the 2020s or early 2030s a growing number of traditional longhaul trucks could be running on hydrogen fuel cell systems while vans and trucks running regional and local routes in the 150- to 250-mile per day range or going in and out of ports will rely on battery-electric propulsion systems.
May 23, 2022BusinessTechnologyFuelPerspective
Perspective: How Fleets Can Prepare for EVs
There are so many developments occurring in the electric vehicle space that it is becoming hard to keep up. But before fleets rush out to invest in battery-electric trucks, there are important things that need to be taken into account and not all of the considerations are obvious at first glance. Fleets interested in EVs need to start preparing now.
May 24, 2022BusinessTechnologyFuel
Maker of Smaller, Lighter Electric Motors Attracts Investors
Infinitum Electric, an electric motor maker based in Texas, has attracted $80 million in investment from several major energy-focused firms, enabling it to boost production.
May 17, 2022BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
The Big EV Charging Mystery: How Long Does It Take?
How long does it take to fill up an electric car? Well, that depends on the car and the charger and how many other cars are plugged into the charger and how full the battery is to begin with and, oh yeah, the weather matters, too.
April 27, 2022BusinessTechnologyFuel
US Electric-Vehicle Tax Credits to End for New Toyota Buyers
DETROIT Toyota customers soon wont be able to get U.S. federal tax credits for buying electric or hybrid vehicles.
April 7, 2022BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
Experts Offer Advice on Spec'ing EVs for Fleets
ORLANDO, Fla. Industry insiders offered a glimpse into what goes into specing electric vehicles for commercial fleet operations during a panel session at the American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Councils 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition March 8.
March 11, 2022GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
Why Nearly Empty Auto Lots Make This Pump-Price Shock Different
Gasoline soaring above $4 a gallon this month has inspired comparisons to 2008, when pump prices sapped demand for fuel-guzzling SUVs and helped push Detroits automotive behemoths into bankruptcy.
March 11, 2022BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
US Zigs While Rest of the World Zags on EV Subsidies
Subsidies for electric vehicles are heading in very different directions in different parts of the world.
March 8, 2022BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
TMC Study Group Tackles Considerations for Adopting Electric Trucks
ORLANDO, Fla. During a study group presentation on the implementation considerations for electrical terminal tractors, Patrick Seeberg, senior global product planning manager at Dana Inc., began with a simple question.
March 7, 2022BusinessEquipment
Safe and Reliable Battery Systems for Electric Trucks
BYD electric trucks are hard at work across North America, moving freight at ports and railyards, making deliveries, and collecting refuse. BYD trucks are environmentally friendly with zero harmful emissions while also providing the reliability and performance you need. Our trucks safe and reliable battery technology improve your bottom line with lower fuel and maintenance costs.
March 1, 2022