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Deals with Cummins, other companies, make Chevron major player in renewable fuels
Company acquisitions and a partnership with Cummins have all paved the way for Chevron's new status as a 'leading U.S. renewable fuel company.'
July 18, 2022
Hydrogen fuel cell
Hydrogen station deployment along major interstates is 'a good start'
With $8B in federal funding backing hydrogen hub launches, coming up with an effective national plan to take hydrogen stations beyond California is the next big step.
July 13, 2022
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July 7, 2025
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Cummins says agnostic engines will increase sales opportunities, reduce maintenance complexity
As Cummins readies its new technology for its North American introduction, the engine maker also is investing resources to convey the advantages of its agnostic engines to OEMs and fleets who will buy them.
July 7, 2022
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Test drive: Peterbilt Model 536 with Cummins L9N natural gas engine
Electrification and hydrogen are clearly the ways of the future, but natural gas is a right-now solution for motor carriers seeking to shrink their carbon footprint.
July 6, 2022
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Belaboring the obvious
Reading beyond the BEV headline chasers now can improve a fleet’s bottom lines later.
July 5, 2022
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The rEVolution will not be televised (or forced)
The high cost of diesel isn't going to drive trucking fleets to seek out electric options. It will drive them out of business first.
July 1, 2022
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Cummins, Hyliion announce partnership on hybrid truck
Cummins and Hyliion, both of whom are bullish on renewable natural gas, announced this week that they'll be working together to improve natural gas engine efficiency in Hyliion's Hypertruck ERX.
June 29, 2022
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Cummins, Hyliion collaborating on battery electric, natural gas
Hyliion and Cummins collaborating on Hypertruck ERX powertrain. Also: J.B. Hunt adds customer Wayfair to autonomous truck pilot; ArionT ELD removed from device registry; more
June 29, 2022
Alternative power
Renewable diesel beating conventional diesel on price and performance
Cleaner burning, reduced maintenance costs, more power and at times cheaper than conventional diesel, renewable diesel is enjoying greater popularity in West Coast states as prices for petroleum-based fuels reach historic highs.
June 28, 2022
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Cummins, other hydrogen ICE proponents hoping for zero-emission status
Hydrogen internal combustion advocates, including Cummins, say the carbon-cutting technology may be recognized as a zero-emission solution, which would be a big win for the nascent industry and competition for fuel cell and all-electric.
June 22, 2022
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Trucking conditions climb | FedEx gets first BrightDrop EV delivery vans
ATA's For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index hit the second highest level since the pandemic started. Also: FedEx is on a path to transform its entire parcel pickup and delivery fleet to all-electric by 2040; TruckPro acquires southwestern U.S. distributor.
June 22, 2022
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Mack and Volvo showcase new tech training center
With two new trucks has come a new training center for the Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks Academies.
June 21, 2022
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Volvo invests in second-life battery energy storage company
The investment will further accelerate Volvo Group's battery business and sustainability opportunities, the company said. Also: Pilot expands into CNG business with new partnership.
June 20, 2022
Alternative power
Climate change a strategic disruption of the trucking industry
The transition to electric vehicles will result in higher capital requirements for participants in the transportation industry.
June 17, 2022
Hydrogen fuel cell
TuSimple co-founder kicks off new fuel cell truck company to help take on supply chain setbacks
Supply chain issues can hinder fleets and OEMs alike as they focus more on trucks that offer both zero emissions and autonomous driving capabilities. TuSimple co-founder Mo Chen hopes to change that with his latest company Hydron.
June 10, 2022
Hydrogen fuel cell
Hyzon fuel cell truck impresses with power and zero emissions
The low maintenance, instant torque, quiet operation and zero emissions of Hyzon's Class 8 fuel cell truck has impressed a Southern California fleet that's been operating the truck since last summer.
June 9, 2022
Regulations
DOT proposes ground rules for national network of EV chargers
Minimum standards will help ensure a user-friendly national EV charging network, accessible to all makes and models of EVs.
June 9, 2022
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New hydrogen, nat gas tank may provide 'disruptive technology' for fleets
Hexagon Composites has teamed up with Austrian-based Cryoshelter to help market a new fuel tank that's capable of providing trucks with range-extending liquified hydrogen and renewable natural gas.
June 8, 2022
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