electric trucks News Updates

Business, Equipment

Safe and Reliable Battery Systems for Electric Trucks

BYD electric trucks are hard at work across North America, moving freight at ports and railyards, making deliveries, and collecting refuse. BYD trucks are environmentally friendly with zero harmful emissions while also providing the reliability and performance you need. Our truck’s safe and reliable battery technology improve your bottom line with lower fuel and maintenance costs. 

March 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Nikola Projects Delivering 300 to 500 Electric Trucks This Year

Nikola Corp. said it will start full-scale output of battery-electric trucks next month and deliver between 300 and 500 of the big rigs to customers this year. Its shares rose despite a slump in the broader market.

February 24, 2022
Government, Technology, Equipment

US House Policymakers Examine Electric Vehicles' Role in Rural Commerce

Transportation policymakers are reviewing the reliability of electric vehicles across the agriculture industry and rural commerce.

January 26, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Eaton, Shell Step Up EV Charging Infrastructure Efforts

Eaton Corp. and Shell Electric Mobility separately announced charging initiatives intended to accelerate the market for zero-emission electric trucks.

January 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Six States Adopt Clean Truck Rule

The U.S. trucking industry is set to be transformed by a handful of states adopting zero-emission vehicle requirements.

January 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Autonomous, Electric Trucks Show Progress at CES 2022

LAS VEGAS — Rapid progress in the development of autonomous and electric-powered commercial trucks stood out as one of the top themes at a technology show known for everything from consumer electronics to advanced robotics.

January 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Ford Doubles Capacity for Electric F-150 as It Opens Orders

Ford Motor Co. will double factory capacity for its electric F-150 Lightning to 150,000 trucks a year and will start taking orders this week for the model, which goes on sale this spring.

January 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Mack Certifies Northwest Equipment Sales as EV Dealer

Mack Trucks announced Northwest Equipment Sales, based in Boise, Idaho, is the first Mack dealer in the Northwest to be certified as an electric vehicle dealer.

October 22, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Planning, Flexibility Key in Electric Fleet Management

CLEVELAND — Experts stressed common considerations in electric fleet management in a study group session during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 15, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Thinking About Shifting to Electric Trucks? Start Planning, Panelists Say

CLEVELAND — Fleets looking to incorporate electric trucks into their fleets should plan thoroughly and well in advance, according to experts assembled at the American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 14, 2021