Battery swap, Octopus Energy and CATL launch new joint venture Swaptopus
The model allows vehicles to replace a discharged battery with a charged one in just a few minutes, reducing downtime compared to traditional charging.
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New Eagle’s single-controller EV platform for megawatt charging
the NX3 extends New Eagle’s unified, and patented, Raptor and OpenECU platform, enabling new levels of system integration, scalability, and development efficiency across electrified vehicle programs.
Scania electric trucks now available for order with MCS and under-cab battery module
According to the Swedish truck maker, in some applications it’s now possible to achieve a range well beyond 800 km on one charge. Also, the positioning of the battery module under the cab of the Scania electric truck frees up more space for bodywork.
Proterra’s Onyx battery platform will be available with a U.S. cell option
Proterra’s Onyx modular battery platform delivers the performance commercial vehicle and heavy-duty equipment OEMs depend on, including high energy density, proven durability, and an advanced safety architecture. Proterra’s decision to expand the Onyx platform to include a U.S. cell option addresses...
Microvast and IVECO announce next-generation battery technology for electric trucks
In the future, Microvast will continue supporting Iveco Group with the development of new battery generations for improved performance and efficiency in the European commercial vehicle market. "We are uniquely positioned to support Iveco Group in ambitious zero-emission targets with high-performance...
Solid-state batteries, Basquevolt welcomes the Axon Partners Group on board as investor
The transaction will enable Basquevolt to further advance its path toward industrialisation, strengthening its position within the European advanced battery ecosystem and supporting the development of a competitive and resilient battery value chain in Europe.
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“The Battery Cycle” is our new special feature exploring the world of batteries for commercial EVs. Browse it here!
In collaboration with our sister platforms Sustainable Bus and Powertrain International, Sustainable Truck&Van has launched “The Battery Cycle”, a special feature aimed at exploring, through technical article, the world of batteries for commercial and industrial EVs. The issue is available online, a...
From the new electric generation (with range up to 700 km) to the re-engineered D13 engines. Volvo Trucks have multiple aces up the sleeve
At the Volvo Trucks Experience Center in Gothenburg, we got a closer look at the major innovations Volvo is introducing in anticipation of its centennial next year. From the updated D13 diesel and natural gas engines to the new generation of electric trucks, now available with a “monster” range of u...
IAA Media Summit 2026. We attended the traditional event that anticipates IAA Transportation
As media partners of the international event, our editorial staff attended once again the traditional IAA Media Summit, held on June 8 and 9 in Frankfurt. Two days of debates, conferences and presentations for the benefit of a selection of media representatives. IAA Transportation will open its door...
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Stellantis opens state-of-the-art Battery Technology Center in Turin, Italy
More than 100 employees at the Mirafiori Battery Technology Center, most of them upskilled Stellantis workers, will perform and oversee climatic stress tests, lifespan durability testing, battery management system (BMS) software development and calibration, and tear downs of packs and cells for anal...
Daimler Truck, Cummins and Paccar announce joint venture to produce battery cells in the U.S.
LFP battery cells manufacturer EVE Energy, from China, is set to serve as the technology partner in the joint venture with 10% ownership. The partners states they “will initially focus on the lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery technology family for commercial battery-electric trucks“.
Shenxing is CATL’s superfast charging battery (and will be produced also in Europe)
The new product is capable of delivering 400 km of driving range with a 10-minute charge as well as a range of over 700 km on a single full charge, according to the manufacturer itself. The brand-new battery is expected to be produced also in Europe, namely in Germany and Hungary, where the Chinese ...
[VIDEO] Scania inaugurates battery assembly facility in Södertälje
The battery assembly will employ 550 people and is highly automated, from incoming goods throughout production to delivery. "With the battery assembly in operations we have one of the key enablers in place to accelerate the shift to electrification", said Christian Levin, President and CEO Scania an...
Battery recycling, ABB electrification technology will power Northvolt’s plant in Sweden
Northvolt and ABB have indeed enhanced their long-standing collaboration in the field of green batteries. In fact, since 2017, ABB has already delivered key electrification and automation equipment to power Northvolt Ett gigafactory for lithium-ion batteries in Sweden.
U.S.-based battery manufacturer Proterra filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
According to the official statements, while navigating this process, the company is committed to maintaining normal business operations and harnessing the opportunity to optimize its product lines.
BMZ Germany welcomes Volker Ritzert as new CEO, effective August 1st
In this role, Volker Ritzert replaces his predecessor Sven Bauer, who will in the future focus on steering the global fortunes of the entire corporate group as Group CEO.
Mitsubishi FUSO will test battery swapping technology on its electric trucks
The Japanese manufacturer, part of the Daimler Truck group, has signed an agreement with San Francisco-based company Ample. The two companies will install an eCanter with modular batteries that can be automatically exchanged at Ample battery swapping stations in a target time of five minutes.
Second life for EV batteries: FPT Industrial and Reefilla launch brand-new project
FPT Industrial and Reefilla, an innovative Turin-based startup offering the first predictive mobile charging service, have launched a pilot project aimed at giving a second life to batteries from electric commercial vehicles, in particular the eBS37 model installed in the Iveco eDaily and minibus.
Battery production, MAN’s Nuremberg plant will be partially funded by the Bavarian State Government
The site, devoted to the production of battery packs for both trucks and buses, will have the target to make about 100,000 battery packs per year, with a total investment of 100 million euros.
