MAXUS UK has launched the eDELIVER 75 fully-electric 7.5-tonne truck for the UK’s light-to-medium-duty transport sector. Designed for regional, urban, and last-mile operations, the new model combines high performance, advanced safety technology, and comprehensive aftersales support.
Dr Lee Jurby CEO at Fuel Cell Systems explains how hydrogen presents a chance to build indigenous manufacturing and production capabilities in net zero transport that could create domestic value and export opportunities.
When DAF introduced its first fully-electric distribution truck in 2018, it became a pioneer in sustainable transport. Fast-forward to today, and the Dutch manufacturer has taken another bold step forward. The New Generation DAF XD Electric and XF Electric don’t just follow the electric trend — they set a new benchmark for what modern zero-emission logistics can achieve.
Over the last 12 months, the UK car market has witnessed a huge influx of Chinese EV manufacturers, offering long ranges, high specs and competitive pricing. Up until this point, the van and truck sectors have remained relatively untouched by the east, but there are signs that is starting to change
Alternatives to battery-electric trucks are being developed using technology from Johnson Matthey, with hydrogen burnt in engines as an internal-combustion fuel (H2ICE) set to play a key role in truck propulsion alongside fuel cells and biofuels.
Macfarlane Packaging has expanded its fleet with the addition of five electric Volvos, marking a significant step in its ongoing decarbonisation strategy.
MAN's new range of electric trucks show just how capable and flexible these vehicles can be. We went to Munich to drive three different models and found they do exactly what is required, with supreme refinement
The Scania Super 11 fills a gap in the Swedish manufacturer’s engine range which hasn’t been as noticeable as it would have been a few years ago as engine specification trends have shifted across various market segments.
Fleete is addressing the UK's electric HGV charging bottleneck by building a network of shared commercial EV charging hubs, starting with a major site at the Port of Tilbury. These hubs aim to provide a cost-effective alternative to private depot charging, bypassing high grid upgrade costs and standing charges.
There is a new player in the UK 7.5-tonne electric truck market. Yorkshire-based Pelican Engineering has announced it is importing a tried-and-tested battery-electric chassis made by Chinese passenger and commercial vehicle giant Yutong, with the order book open now.
Businesses wanting to change to electric vans and trucks are being prevented from doing so by having to wait years to upgrade grid connections to power depot charging. Companies are currently waiting up to 15 years to be connected to the grid, with the grid connection queue having grown tenfold over the past five years, according to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Michelin aims to help hauliers cut fuel consumption and their carbon footprints and boost their sustainability credentials as part of a plan to renew 80% of its truck tyre range over the next four years.
