Shell Starship 2.0 steps up efficiency, reduces emissions
The Shell Starship program exceeded its 2018 results in its second cross-country run using energy-efficient technologies to demonstrate what could be achieved driving a Class 8 truck in real-world conditions. Shell Starship 2.0 made a cross-country drive across the U.S. from San Diego to Jacksonville, following the same route as in 2018. A second, shorter
Dana to launch e-axles for heavy-duty electric truck applications
Dana Inc. announced a new line of Spicer Electrified Zero-8 e-Axles designed for a wide variety of Class 7 and 8 applications. The line includes single and tandem electric axles, including systems for direct drive and now 4×2, 6×2, and 6×4 multi-speed e-Axle systems. Dana says the new e-Axles are designed to integrate into most
ACT Expo day two: Photo gallery
ACT Expo is busy: Thousands of attendees, a host of exhibitors from tried-and-true truck OEMs to electrification newcomers. Hydrogen hype is growing. Most importantly, real conversations about how the industry is moving toward a zero-emissions future are happening on every corner of the show floor. This isn’t a “wouldn’t it be nice?” vibe. Decarbonization is
Navistar launches electric International eMV Series
Navistar announced the launch of the new fully-electric International eMV Series trucks. The International eMV is built to the same standards as the diesel International MV Series truck and is aimed at any straight rail application. It is available in four different wheelbase options – 217, 236, 254 and 272 inches–and features the Diamond Logic
Volvo Trucks announces zero-emissions transportation effort to New River Valley plant
The Volvo VNR Electric, Volvo Trucks North America’s first commercially available battery-electric Class 8 vehicle, will be deployed on local logistics routes servicing the company’s New River Valley (NRV) truck assembly operations in Dublin, Va., by end the end of 2021, the OEM announced during ACT Expo 2021. Working with local suppliers and carriers, Volvo
Peterbilt General Manager Jason Skoog delivers ACT Expo keynote
Peterbilt Motors Co. General Manager Jason Skoog was featured as a keynote speaker at ACT Expo in the Long Beach Convention Center on August 31st, in Long Beach, California. Topics of Skoog’s keynote included Peterbilt’s early success in battery electric vehicles, customer tips for purchasing EVs, and what the industry needs to successfully navigate through
ACT Expo live blog: Day one (Updated!)
Electrification of the trucking industry is happening. There’s no greater proof that the buzz of activity at this year’s ACT Expo held in Long Beach, California. That’s right, an actual, real-life trade show with approximately 4,000 registered attendees. I’m on the show floor, kicking the tires on the latest zero-emissions technologies and talking with the
Hyliion reveals upgraded Hybrid eX powertrain
Hyliion unveiled an improved model of its Hybrid system at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, California. The Hyliion Hybrid eX is an updated version of the company’s existing hybrid powertrain offering. Hyliion says the Hybrid eX draws upon the real-world feedback Hyliion has received from customers to offer features that include:
Hino Trucks rolls out XL8 Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell prototype truck
Less than a year ago, Hino Trucks announced that it was building a Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. The company made good on this promise with the reveal of its first Class 8 Hino XL8 prototype powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain at the 2021 ACT Expo in Long Beach, California.
