Daimler Truck begins series production of new battery electric Freightliner
Daimler Truck has begun series production of the Freightliner eM2, a battery electric medium-duty truck designed for pick-up and delivery applications.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
New entrant in EVs-for-mines market predicts 7,200 in sales by 2027
Australian company Climatech Zero is moving into EVs by licensing its Irish partner's autonomous vehicle software.
Victoria paves way for heavy duty electric trucks with permanent axle weight concessions
Victoria is the first state or territory in Australia to announce the permanent removal of one of the main hurdles for heavy-duty electric trucks to operate on local roads.
Stellantis increases driving range with launch of updated commercial electric vehicles
Stellantis has unveiled a complete refresh of its lineup of commercial electric vehicles across its six brands, with increased range on all models.
Fortescue unveils new 240 tonne haul truck, but has three year wait for WAE battery
Fortescue unveils its new massive 240-tonne haul truck, but the batteries for the new Liebherr 240 machines will not be ready until 2026.
Tesla Cybertruck will begin deliveries next month, but it won’t be profitable for a while
Tesla unveils the delivery date of its revolutionary Cybertruck, but says it will be another 18 months before it reaches full production.
Electric truck pioneer Volta announces plans to file for bankruptcy
Swedish electric truck pioneer Volta Trucks to file for bankruptcy following significant battery supply challenges that made it impossible for the company to move forward.
More changes needed to drive electric truck revolution
Some rule changes for electric trucks on Australian roads are temporary, and more ambitious and permanent reforms are needed to make big changes to the country's biggest vehicles.
Ikea adds five hydrogen trucks to growing fleet of electric delivery vehicles
Ikea takes delivery of its first hydrogen trucks, although it already has a fleet of 56 battery electric delivery vehicles.
Hyundai offers first electric truck in Australia from $150,000
Hyundai has launched its Mighty Electric truck in Australia, with a starting price of $150,000 - plus on road costs - and a 114.5kWh battery that delivers up to 200 kms of range.