Nikola Motor Co. and Cummins Inc. each expanded their ability to address the growing focus on electrification of commercial vehicles through, respectively, choosing the location for a truck production facility and an acquisition related to battery systems.
January 30, 2018Business
Wabco Invests $10 Million in Nikola
Commercial vehicle supplier Wabco Holdings Inc. announced it has made a $10 million strategic investment in Nikola Motor Co., which is developing hydrogen-electric Class 8 trucks and other vehicles, vehicle components, energy storage systems and electric vehicle drivetrains.
December 28, 2017BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
Nikola Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure to Be Linked to Major Shipper’s Network
Nikola Motor Co. plans to locate its emerging network of hydrogen fueling stations to accommodate the logistics network of a major manufacturer, according to the truck maker, which did not identify the manufacturer.
November 27, 2017BusinessTechnologyFuel
Nikola Announces Bosch, PowerCell as Fuel Cell Suppliers
Nikola Motor Co., which is developing a Class 8 hydrogen-electric truck, appointed Bosch Group and PowerCell AB the primary suppliers of the truck’s fuel cells — key elements of the truck’s powertrain.
November 13, 2017BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Nikola Taps Bosch for eAxle, Other Key Components
Nikola Motor Co. announced Bosch Group will play a key role in supplying powertrain components for its over-the-road and day cab Class 8 hydrogen-electric trucks, which are scheduled to come to market in 2021.
September 25, 2017BusinessFuel
Nikola Updates Customers on Pricing, Chassis Changes
Nikola Motor Co. is considering several changes related to its planned hydrogen-electric Class 8 trucks, the comÂpany told those who have made reservations and placed refundable deposits. Those changes include chassis design and leasing options.
May 15, 2017BusinessFuel
Nikola Motor Co. Outlines Progress on Hydrogen-Electric Class 8
Nikola Motor Co. is considering several changes related to its planned hydrogen-electric Class 8 trucks, the company told those who have made reservations and placed refundable deposits. Those changes include chassis design and leasing options.
May 10, 2017BusinessFuel
Nikola Sets Blueprint for 2020 Launch of Zero-Emissions, Hydrogen Class 8s
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Nikola Motor Co. is in discussion with the three largest truck stop operators to offer hydrogen fuel and, separately, with seven states interested in being home to its production facility as it prepares to launch in mid-2020 its zero emissions, hydrogen-electric Class 8 truck, a company executive said.
March 27, 2017BusinessFuel
Nikola Motor Hires Jonathan Spira as Chief Financial Officer
Nikola Motor Co., the startup planning on building electric heavy-duty trucks, has hired Jonathan Spira as chief financial officer as it initiates its next round of funding.
February 13, 2017BusinessFuel
Nikola Hydrogen-Electric Design Called Trucking ‘Game Changer’
SALT LAKE CITY — Preparations are underway for the 2020 delivery of Nikola One, the hydrogen-electric Class 8 produced by Nikola Motor Co.
December 12, 2016