Manufacturers & Fleets

 

Geely

 

Scania Introduces Electric Trucks For Regional Long-Haul. According to Automotive World, “True to its stated roadmap, Scania is now introducing solutions built upon the next level of battery-electric trucks (BEV). The new generation, available with R or S sleeper cabs, is part of a complete solution that will open the door to the electrified transport landscape wide for a vast number of customers and applications. With 624 kWh of batteries installed, Scania provides the means for a major shift regarding electric trucks and their operability in regional long-haul operations. ‘This introduction represents a major milestone for us and for our partners,’ says Christian Levin, Scania’s CEO. ‘We are now increasing our range in every dimension by offering new opportunities for a vast selection of customers and the whole transport ecosystem. These trucks are part of solutions that contain all the capabilities that a transport industry longing for electrification is asking for.’ Scania’s new BEV truck generation is based on classic Scania cornerstones such as modularity, sustainability and a total operating economy with the potential to match or even exceed what can be expected from conventional trucks. And the latest electric Scania trucks are accompanied by all the support with operational factors and services that make them complete solutions, with charging, finance, insurance and maintenance all in place. ‘The addition of these solutions to Scania’s portfolio is a major step-change for customers who want to take charge,’ says Fredrik Allard, Senior Vice President and Head of Electrification at Scania. ‘We are facilitating a transition for our customers by including important customer values such as a close partnership and zero emissions.’” [Automotive World, 6/9/22 (=)]

 

Kenworth

 

Kenworth T680E Battery-Electric Vehicle Rolls Out Of Kenworth Renton Plant. According to Heavy-Duty Trucking, “King County received a first look at its new Kenworth T680E battery-electric vehicle at the Kenworth Renton manufacturing plant. A special ceremony featured King County executive Dow Constantine; Pat McLaughlin, King County Solid Waste Division director; Jim Walenczak, Kenworth assistant GM for sales and marketing; Bryan Sitko, Kenworth assistant GM for operations; and Kelly Hall, Washington state director of Climate Solutions. Also in attendance were Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone, Darrin Child, Kenworth Renton plant manager, and Mitch Hatfield, GM of Papé Kenworth for the Northwest and Alaska. ‘We are once again catalyzing new markets to accelerate the transition to zero-emission fleets, this time with reliable heavy-duty trucks built right here in King County,’ said Constantine. ‘By leveraging the purchasing power of one of the nation’s largest counties, we are proving to manufacturers that there is strong demand for vehicles that cut greenhouse gas emissions, lower maintenance costs, improve air quality, and reduce noise pollution.’ King County’s Solid Waste Division will operate the Kenworth T680E to transfer refuse from the county’s recycling and transfer station in Enumclaw to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill in Maple Valley. King County purchased the Class 8 Kenworth battery-electric vehicle through PapéKenworth Northwest – SeaTac. ‘We’re entering a new and exciting time in the trucking industry,’ said Walenzcak. ‘It was great to meet with King County representatives and take them on a tour to show how these new battery electric vehicles are built at the Kenworth Renton plant. We thank King County for its business and look forward to seeing this new Kenworth T680E on the road.’” [Heavy-Duty Trucking, 6/9/22 (=)]

 

Nikola Corp.

 

Nikola Tre BEV Approved For NY Incentive Voucher Offering Savings Up To $185k Per Truck. According to Electrek, “As a zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV), Nikola Corporation’s Tre BEV truck has qualified for yet another state incentive program for fleet customers. The American automaker announced that the battery electric Nikola Tre is eligible for the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP). Under the statewide program, the Nikola Tre BEV can now qualify for an incentive up to $185,000… per truck. Nikola Corporation ($NKLA) is an American developer of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) that is continuing to claw its way back from a publicly showcased clinic on how not to operate an EV startup. This past March, Nikola began serial production of its Tre BEV (battery electric vehicle) truck in Coolidge, Arizona, followed by first deliveries in April. That being said, the automaker only reported eleven Tre BEV deliveries for Q1 of 2022. Nevertheless, the company said it had received over 500 inquiries for the Tre trucks in Q1, and already had a PO in place for 134 trucks for customers in California. Those commercial customers were more than likely hardened in their truck purchases as the BEV qualified for the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) this past January. Under the program, Nikola Tre BEVs qualify for an incentive up to $120,000 per truck for California customers. Nikola Corporation’s latest news comes out of New York, where its Tre BEV has qualified for a similar state program, offering an even larger incentive.” [Electrek, 6/9/22 (=)]

 

PACCAR

 

Switch Mobility Presents New Electric Solo Bus For European Markets. According to Electrive, “Switch Mobility, the British subsidiary of the Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland, has presented the new generation of its e1 electric bus, which was developed specifically for markets in continental Europe. The new e1 is a twelve-metre long electric solo bus with space for up to 93 passengers and 28 seats. It is powered by ZF wheel motors, the battery with NMC chemistry and a capacity of 389 kWh should allow a range of about 390 kilometres. The e1 is charged exclusively by cable. Switch did not mention the possibility of charging the bus quickly using the pantograph system at the presentation. A charging process via CCS should take less than three hours, with alternating current it should be around seven hours. However, this would correspond to an AC-unusual charging power of 56 kW. For the body, Switch has opted for a monocoque design (chassis and body are integrated), which should make the e1 one of the lightest twelve-metre buses in Europe, according to the manufacturer. The unladen weight is 10.8 tonnes. ‘We are proud to be taking the industry forward not only with one of the lightest buses in Europe, but with our first all-electric bus designed specifically for the European market,’ says Switch CEO Andy Palmer. The lightweight construction and improved battery are also intended to reduce running costs for operators. Tools such as the iAlert remote diagnostics system should also help.” [Electrive, 6/9/22 (=)]

 

 

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