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60 Seconds: Demand for Electric Power Takeoff Systems Is Growing

An ePTO will run “anything that goes on with the truck’s ignition key except the engine,†says Viatec Inc. CEO Mark Ferri, such as lights, air conditioning, powered accessories (like windows and seats), computers, hand tool chargers and communications equipment. 

March 22, 2024
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Demand for Electric Power Takeoff Systems Is Growing

The power takeoff unit, a staple of thousands of vocational work trucks across dozens of industries, is on the verge of a makeover, as more operators are finding benefits in electric systems.

March 19, 2024
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60 Seconds: Biden Administration Unveils EV Freight Charging Plan

A blueprint for establishing electric vehicle charging infrastructure for commercial trucks was recently announced by a multi-agency initiative. 

March 18, 2024
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How to Get the Most Value Out of Class 8 EV Trucks Today

Class 8 EV truck charging doesn't need to be limited to a single overnight charge at your own facility. Learn how we can help you expand how to incorporate fast charging (think 75+ miles in 30 minutes or less) into your operations — thereby letting that truck cover more miles every day and maximizing your ROI. 

March 1, 2024
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Terraline to Carry Out Prototype Class 8 Truck Tests in Q1

A prototype of a battery-electric Class 8 truck with an expected range of 500 miles is set to begin its first pilot tests in Florida in the first quarter of 2024, according to vehicle developer Terraline Inc.

November 21, 2023
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Mack Trucks Showcases MD Electric Truck in California

SONOMA, Calif. — Mack Trucks showcased its medium-duty MD Electric truck Oct. 30 through Nov. 1 at Sonoma Raceway.

November 2, 2023
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Freightliner eM2 Serial Production Begins at Portland Plant

Serial production of Freightliner’s eM2 medium-duty battery-electric truck began at Daimler Truck North America’s Portland, Ore., manufacturing plant in recent days, DTNA said Oct. 26.

November 1, 2023
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Hyundai, Georgia Tech to Research Hydrogen Power for Trucks

Hyundai Motor Group signed an agreement with Georgia Tech on Sept. 19 to collaborate on research and development of hydrogen-fueled engines for large trucks and electric vehicle batteries.

September 20, 2023
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Nikola FCEV Truck Deliveries to Start Before End of September

The first deliveries of Nikola’s hydrogen-fuel-cell-powered Class 8 truck are set to begin as early as late September, CEO Steve Girsky said Sept. 13.

September 14, 2023
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Trucking Urges Zero-Emission Approach That Goes Beyond EVs

Alternatives for reducing emissions that go beyond a federal regulatory push to expand use of battery-electric  trucks exist for both near- and longer-term applications, experts said.

August 30, 2023