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Seeing air
Measurements of thousands and millions of tons of CO2 are ubiquitous but the scale of these numbers is almost numbing.
September 7, 2022
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Werner inks deal for 500 hydrogen Cummins engines
The Omaha, Nebraska-based carrier plans to validate and integrate Cummins' 15-liter natural gas and Cummins’ X15H hydrogen engines into its fleet.
September 7, 2022
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The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
July 7, 2025
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Energy Secretary gets close look at electric Volvo tractor
Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm recently visited Volvo's TEC Fontana dealership to experience first-hand the Volvo VNR Electric truck. Also: Two Southeastern Freight Lines facilities celebrate 70th anniversary.
September 6, 2022
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Cummins X15H hydrogen engines going to Transport Enterprise Leasing
The X15H hydrogen internal combustion engine, one of Cummins' star players in its new fuel agnostic platform, will be heading to Transport Enterprise Leasing in Chattanooga, Tenn.
August 31, 2022
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Diesel prices reverse course, jump back over $5/gal | Cummins hydrogen engine gets first fitment in tractors
Following nine consecutive weeks of decreases, diesel jumped by 20.6 cents nationally last week. Also: Buhler Industries announced plans to integrate the Cummins 15-liter hydrogen engine in Versatile’s equipment; Wabash expands into two new dealerships.
August 31, 2022
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Fake it ‘til you make it
Optimism always will be a part of promoting technology by those with a vested interest in the technologies.
August 29, 2022
Battery electric
Volvo Group North America wraps Volvo LIGHTS project with key insights into mass BEV adoption
The three-year project has mapped out a blueprint for the robust support ecosystem necessary to deploy zero-emission heavy-duty battery-electric trucks and equipment as fleets and the companies they serve strive for greener operations.
August 26, 2022
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Hyliion Hypertruck ERX getting big improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions with GE generator
Hyliion CEO Thomas Healy anticipates seeing up to a 20% increase in fuel efficiency in the Hypertruck ERX and ultra low emissions 'on par with fuel cell' thanks to a new high-tech generator from GE.
August 25, 2022
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Hyliion Hypertruck ERX getting GE generator with up to 20% gain in fuel efficiency and big emissions reduction
Hyliion CEO Thomas Healy talks about the GE generator with flameless oxidation that will boost MPG and slash emissions in their hybrid Hypertruck ERX.
August 25, 2022
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Foodservice distributor McLane adds three electric Volvos to SoCal fleet
McLane will deploy the three Volvo VNR Electrics in the Los Angeles metro area. Also: ACT's Class 8 tractor market demand outlook remains negative for fourth straight month; Louisville-based Sysco drivers vote to join Teamsters union.
August 24, 2022
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Truck manufacturers call for investment, coordination to support zero emission rollout
Panelists pointed to California as an example of MHD ZEV leadership, noting that more needed to be done to achieve the aggressive ZEV adoption goals that many states are pursuing, with investment in charging infrastructure as a key example.
August 19, 2022
Hydrogen fuel cell
Kenworth fuel cell interest 'amazing' as hydrogen combustion also gains ground
While Kenworth isn't picking favorites in the growing race towards zero emissions, they're definitely seeing more interest in their fuel cell T680 FCEV alongside their all-electric models. Calls for hydrogen combustion are also on the rise.
August 17, 2022
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Gasoline and range anxiety
Those that now want an instantaneous fueling network for electric and hydrogen vehicles need to realize that how we use gasoline vehicles evolved as the infrastructure was evolving.
August 15, 2022
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California funding available for diesel-truck replacement program
The funding is available for truck owners to replace an existing diesel-powered truck with a “zero-emission” truck. Also: ContainerPort Group reports impressive Q2 growth; CFI unveils truck wrap to recognize women.
August 12, 2022
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Natural gas truck sales jump, but infrastructure support sliding
ACT Research noted an overall increase in electric charging stations (both existing and planned), accompanied by a continuing decline of total natural gas stations.
August 5, 2022
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Nikola announces plans to open three hydrogen stations in California
The stations will be located in Colton, Ontario and near the Port of Long Beach. Also: Werner's CFO John Steele set to retire; Thailand trailer manufacturer enters U.S. market; GreatWest Kenworth expanding in Alberta.
August 5, 2022
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Corkscrews – a trucking analogy
When you remove the cork from the bottle, you don't need a corkscrew. Could the same be true for batteries and charging capacity?
August 2, 2022
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Hyliion CEO kicks off video series on truck electrification
In response to ongoing interest, Hyliion CEO Thomas Healy recently posted his first video in a series on truck electrification where Healy discusses various clean powertrain technologies and how fleet needs will largely dictate choice.
August 1, 2022
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