Electric Work Vehicles

Toyota Hilux BEV first drive: “You can’t do that in a diesel ute”

Toyota Hilux BEV first drive: “You can’t do that in a diesel ute”

Toyota has done a good job with their first Hilux electric ute. It’s great on the road, capable off-road, but its limited range will put a cap on buyers.
State launches electric heavy vehicle trial for logistics company – at no cost

State launches electric heavy vehicle trial for logistics company – at no cost

State launches free electric heavy vehicle trials to logistics and freight companies to give them the opportunity to experience electric transport in real world situations.
Janus Electric lands another $45 million in contracts, taking diesel-to-electric truck conversion orders to more than 100

Janus Electric lands another $45 million in contracts, taking diesel-to-electric truck conversion orders to more than 100

Australian specialist in converting heavy trucks from diesel-to-electric lands another four big orders in the US from freight and port operators.
Battery-swap specialist Janus Electric boosts diesel-to-electric truck conversion order book in north America

Battery-swap specialist Janus Electric boosts diesel-to-electric truck conversion order book in north America

Janus Electric lands another $10 million order for its diesel truck conversion kits and swappable batteries, and calls for trading halt pending new announcement.
Australian logistics group takes delivery of its first electric prime mover

Australian logistics group takes delivery of its first electric prime mover

Logistics group takes delivery of a Mercedes Benz eActros 300 electric truck and charging solution via electric vehicle as a service model.
One of Australia’s biggest ports swaps out diesel trucks for battery electrics, to save money and emissions

One of Australia’s biggest ports swaps out diesel trucks for battery electrics, to save money and emissions

Owner of one of Australia’s biggest ports says it has made big savings on costs, and emissions, after swapping half its diesel fleet for heavy-duty battery electric trucks.
Australian electric freight start-up signs up its first customer and takes delivery of first electric prime mover

Australian electric freight start-up signs up its first customer and takes delivery of first electric prime mover

Australian electric road freight start-up takes delivery of its first heavy electric prime mover, and signs up its first commercial freight partner.
Australia’s newest international airport will operate with almost entirely electric ground support equipment

Australia’s newest international airport will operate with almost entirely electric ground support equipment

Belt loaders, cargo loaders, baggage tractors, and pushback equipment used to tow and reposition aircraft will be almost entirely electric at Australia’s newest airport.