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Alternative power: Page 34

Alternative power
How to build a future-proof truck stop or freight facility in 2021
Nobody knows which alternative fuel type will ultimately win out, but if you're turning dirt on a new facility in 2021, this is what you need to know about the future of fueling freight.
August 23, 2021
John Thomas, left, and Cedric Daniels, middle, discuss the future of fueling trucks with CCJ Editor Jason Cannon.
Alternative power
Electric may never compete with diesel in long-haul
While the push for zero emissions rolls on, Shell Starship and DOE SuperTruck show diesel can deliver better freight efficiency in long-haul than electrification.
August 20, 2021
Shell Starship 2.0
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Business
Owner-ops, small-fleet owners optimistic about business prospects down the road
Several small-fleet owners and owner-ops at the Shell Rotella SuperRigs truck show last month were encouraged by the ongoing strong freight market and felt good times would continue in the coming years. They were, however, wary of looming electrification.
August 19, 2021
Montgomery, Texas-based owner-operator Clayton Driskill, shown with his 2018 Kenworth W900L, is optimistic about the prospect of growing his business in the coming years.
Battery electric
First Volvo VNR Electric truck on the East Coast goes to beverage distributor
Volvo's delivery of its VNR Electric truck in New York City marks the first time that the truck manufacturer has entered the bustling East Coast market with a zero-emission truck--and more are on the way. Also: Nikola gets DOE grant; HOS relief in CO.
August 13, 2021
More electric truck history unfolds as the East Coast gets its first Volvo VNR Electric truck. Manhattan Beer Distributors received the truck at its Bronx facility in New York City.
Alternative power
Video: All four tires steer on electric Silverado
Newly released video shows the all-electric Silverado 1500 available with Four-Wheel Steer and 24-inch wheels.
August 11, 2021
Chevrolet Silverado Electric Pickup Available Four Wheel Steer
Alternative power
Delivery trucks powered by whiskey distillery
In an unusual approach to clean up emissions in its delivery trucks, renowned whiskey manufacturer Glenfiddich has turned to its own distillery for help.
August 11, 2021
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Alternative power
Solar-powered microgrid exceeds DHE's energy needs
As growing demand for electricity continues to tax existing grids, a solar panel microgrid at DHE in California is powering their building and battery-electric equipment including all-electric Volvo VNRs with plenty of power to spare.
August 11, 2021
DHE in Ontario, Calif. has swapped out all of its internal combustion freight equipment for battery-powered models. An electric Volvo VNR is shown above.
Alternative power
Xos inks deal with FedEx Ground for electric trucks
Xos expects to deliver 120 zero emission electric trucks across 35 different FedEx Ground operators based in California, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Texas beginning this year. Biden wants stricter GHG regs on cars, trucks; more.
August 10, 2021
Xos electric stepvan.
Alternative power
The truth about red herrings
We are continually assaulted by opinions and separating fact from fiction is challenging.
August 9, 2021
red herring fish
Alternative power
Meritor announces electrification partnerships with Hino and Hyliion
Meritor partners its Blue Horizon platform with Hino and Hyliion. Also: Old Dominion expands its service network.
August 5, 2021
Old Dominion truck
Alternative power
Meritor invests in electric power system company
Meritor invests in electric; Boss Shop joins Hyundai Translead's provider network.
August 4, 2021
Sea Hino Fe Ev6
Alternative power
Sales of NatGas trucks climb but infrastructure losing ground to electric
There's been an overall increase in electric charging stations, but a continuing decline of total natural gas stations.
August 3, 2021
electric charging station sign
Alternative power
Volvo names company’s first Volvo EV Certified Dealer | Spot loads reverse 3 week slide
Volvo Trucks’ largest West Coast dealership is the company's first certified EV dealer. Also: The post-July 4 holiday volume bounce occurred a week later than anticipated.
July 30, 2021
Truck technician
Companies
Nikola founder and former CEO charged with fraud
Trevor Milton is accused of "repeatedly disseminating false and misleading information."
July 29, 2021
The charges, levied by the Securities and Exchange Commission, accuse Trevor Milton of 'repeatedly disseminating false and misleading information – typically by speaking directly to investors through social media.'
Alternative power
Cummins, Air Products announce hydrogen partnership
Cummins will provide hydrogen fuel cell electric powertrains for selected OEM partners’ heavy-duty trucks for Air Products, as Air Products begins the process of converting its global fleet of distribution vehicles to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
July 27, 2021
air products tank hauler
Alternative power
Tesla delays electric Semi for third time
Tesla cites "limited availability of battery cells and global supply chain challenges," in third delay of its Semi truck launch.
July 26, 2021
Tesla electric Semi
Alternative power
Hyundai set to deploy hydrogen tractors in California
NorCAL ZERO, where Hyundai expects to supply 30 XCIENT Fuel Cell by early 2023, will be the largest deployment of Class 8 hydrogen-powered vehicles in the U.S.
July 26, 2021
Hyundai XCIENT truck
Alternative power
Electric Ram 1500 pickup coming in 2024
Ram announced late last week that its pickups and vans will be battery-powered starting with the Ram 1500 pickup in 2024.
July 14, 2021
Concept drawing of an all-electric Ram 1500 pickup revealed at Stellantis' EV Day 2021 held late last week.
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