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Robot charging for Rotterdam

Rocsys has demonstrated its robot self-charging system working with electric trucks in a port in the Netherlands, writes Nick Flaherty. The Rocsys platform includes the first interoperable robotic hands-free charging system for ports, logistics and robotaxi industries. The demonstration was part of the European Magpie project to automate activity at ports and logistics centres.

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ELM last-minute delivery truck

ELM Mobility has set itself the ambitious task of redefining last-mile delivery. The vehicle for this redefinition takes the form of a small battery electric truck in the L7e category. Efficiency, low cost and minimal downtime achieved through its robustness, simplicity and ease of maintenance and repair are key design drivers of the project. “Our mission is to lower the cost per delivery and reduce urban environmental impact,” says Carsten Astheimer, the company’s founder and co-CEO

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Scania extends battery-​electric bus portfolio with three-​axle low-​entry alternative

With a new chassis variant that features the recently launched e-machine and charging options, plus new rear axle options, Scania provides bus operators with a compelling alternative for electrifying transport operations beyond purely

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ABS & SCAG to power next-gen commercial mowers with intelligent lithium-ion technology

American Battery Solutions have announced a strategic partnership with SCAG Power Equipment, a division of Wisconsin-based Metalcraft of Mayville Inc., to provide cutting

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Scania enhances e-bus offering with new e-machine, battery and charging options

Scania’s new e-machine is fully adapted to the company’s complete battery-electric bus platform. Four power options are now available, and an integrated two- or four-speed gearbox, offering an impressive combination of increased performance and efficiency, flexibility and zero emissions. A further battery option has been added, and a charging interface at the rear of the bus will quicken power uptake.

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New innovations improve safety of EV power take-off

The electrification of commercial vehicles is starting to change the mobile work environment, with the increased use of onboard electric power take-offs (ePTOs) and electrical outlets for powering devices such as tools, battery chargers, coolers, heaters and lighting equipment, and even high-performance compressors.

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ZF helps cut emissions with hybrid transmission system

ZF’s Commercial Vehicles Solutions division has developed a new hybrid transmission system, the TraXon 2 Hybrid,which enables commercial vehicle operators to significantly reduce their carbon emissions while maintaining the capability advantages of a combustion engine.

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MOL and Volvo Penta unite to develop full electric 4X4 RoRo tractors

MOL and Volvo Penta are collaborating on trials for a pioneering electric 4X4 RoRo tractor, the RME225, utilizing DFDS's facilities at the Port of Ghent. This collaboration focuses on integrating a purpose-built electric driveline aiming to support customers in remaining competitive and profitable through the energy transition. The initiative aims to elevate material handling operations for fleet owners such as terminal operators, to new heights.

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Weight-saving composites for electric buses

Exel Composites in Finland has developed a large-scale composite process for electric buses, writes Nick Flaherty. It has secured a project with Foton Bus and Coach in China to supply glass-fibre composites, which will reduce the maintenance requirements and weight of the vehicles due to their corrosion-resistant and lightweight properties.

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SAF-HOLLAND rolls out regenerative braking axle

SAF-HOLLAND started production of the SAF TRAKr electric trailer axle at its main factory in Bessenbach, northern Bavaria, in October 2022, following a successful testing phase. This is now being ramped up, with its MODUL suspension to be added to its portfolio in the middle of this year.

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