FHWA Issues Requirements for EV Chargers — but Not for Trucks
The Federal Highway Administration has issued a final rule for minimum standards of electric vehicle chargers, but has chosen to not yet broaden the rule to include minimum standards for medium- and heavy-duty electric truck charging infrastructure.
USPS Buys Electric Vans, Charging Stations in Bulk
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is buying 9,250 Ford Motor Co. electric vans and 14,000 charging stations as part of a move to switch its fleet to electric vehicles.
March 1, 2023Uber Freight Launches First Electric Truck Pilot With WattEV
Uber Freight announced it is partnering with electric mobility company WattEV and shipping specialist CHEP on a pilot program to deploy EVs on select routes in Southern California.
New Jersey Hits Pedal to Speed Up Clean Energy by 2035
New Jersey’s governor issued orders to accelerate 100% clean energy by 2035 and offer new incentives for heavy-duty electric vehicles.
Electric, Autonomous Trucks Hold Promise, Executives Say
LAS VEGAS — Autonomous and electric-powered trucks hold great potential to improve safety and efficiency in the freight transportation sector, but it will take time for these emerging technologies to overcome various market challenges and achieve widespread commercialization, industry executives said.
Head of Transportation Safety Board Shares Concern Over Heavy EV Safety Risks
DETROIT — The head of the National Transportation Safety Board expressed concern on Jan. 11 about the safety risks that heavy electric vehicles pose if they collide with lighter vehicles.
USPS Delivery Trucks Are Going Electric
The U.S. Postal Service will spend nearly $10 billion for new electric vehicles in a push to make its mail delivery fleet more environmentally friendly.
December 20, 2022Rivian Scraps Plan to Make Electric Vans in Europe With Mercedes
Rivian Automotive Inc. is shelving plans to jointly build electric vans in Europe with Mercedes-Benz AG, aborting a deal signed just three months ago to share costs and quickly scale up production.
Fleet Maintenance Providers Prepare for Electric Trucks
As electric vehicles gradually make their way into commercial trucking operations, fleet maintenance managers are beginning to draft EV preventive maintenance plans for everything from electric forklifts to battery-electric Class 8 trucks.
Last-Mile Focuses on Sustainable Shipping
The trucking industry has increased its focus on sustainability this year, mostly geared toward last-mile operations.
December 8, 2022