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Truck electrification’s ‘messy middle’

We’re approaching a time that the North American Council for Freight Efficiency refers to as the “messy middle:” a time in which certain fleets can run with electric power, but others can’t yet—some of whom will find other methods for reaching low- or zero-emissions goals.

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Cummins details electrification, hydrogen fuel cell investments

To showcase the latest hydrogen fuel cell technologies, Cummins displayed a Class 8, 6×4 day cab tractor with fuel cell and battery electric power at NACV.

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XL acquires Quantum Fuel’s electrification division, appoints new CEO

XL acquired the electrification division of Quantum Fuel Systems on Oct. 4. Per the terms of the transaction, XL acquires the engineering staff and technology assets of Quantum Fuel’s EV division. XL will continue to operate Quantum’s Lake Forest, California office.

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Amped up for electrification: NACFE’s Mike Roeth on how to implement electric truck infrastructure

According to Mike Roeth, executive director of NACFE, the report found that making electric trucks a widespread reality will take a lot of collaboration, with not just the fleet, but utility companies, service shops, charging companies and construction firms all needing to be involved in getting the proper infrastructure into place.

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Dana expands training series with electrification maintenance

Dana Incorporated has expanded its “Driveline Forensics” training series to include videos covering key safety and maintenance tips for electrified vehicles.

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Tire development in a data-driven world facing electrification, connectivity and more

There are plenty of questions still yet to be answered in terms of electric truck application and operation. Driver assistance systems continue to drive the industry down the road toward more automated trucks. And it’s all connected—not just through data, but also through its impact on fleet, OEM and supplier business cases. “The industry’s changing

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Truck electrification: ‘You’re not late, but you’re not early’

As electrification makes its way into heavy-duty truck drivelines, the integration of the truck’s components will go even deeper than we see in today’s powertrains. It’s a result of moving to one electrical-power infrastructure as opposed to today’s trucks, which draw from diesel power to provide electrical energy. “Any type of all-electric vehicle is its

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Eaton establishes eMobility business to work on electrification

Eaton has created a new eMobility business aimed at addressing increasing demand for high-voltage electrified vehicle technologies, the company announced. According to Eaton, the eMobility business will focus on intelligent power electronics, power systems, and advanced power distribution and circuit protection. eMobility was formed by combining products, expertise and manufacturing capabilities from Eaton’s electrical and

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Department of Energy announces $19M for advanced battery, electrification research

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced $19 million to support twelve new cost-shared research projects focused on batteries and vehicle electrification technologies to enable extreme fast charging. Selected research projects are focused on developing electric vehicle systems that can recharge rapidly at high power levels, decreasing typical charge times to 15 minutes or

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Truck Electrification: Fleet Equipment’s 2017 Equipment Trend of the Year

As the calendar flipped to 2017, rumors rumbled on trucking’s horizon. Predictions of electrified trucks seemed distant, as if the alternative fuel forecast could suddenly shift and call for more diesel days. And then the first flash of electrification innovation shot across the industry with the unveiling of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America’s Class 4

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