Sustainability

Could natural gas be the answer to decarbonizing trucking?

With all the buzz surrounding battery-electric and hydrogen-fuel-cell-electric trucks as the best ways to slash transport emissions, natural gas is once again emerging as a significant challenger to the clean…

Lion Electric takes possession of Joliet manufacturing plant

Lion Electric has taken possession of its new electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Joliet, Ill., and will soon install equipment in expectations of producing its first vehicles there later this…

Eaton acquires EV component maker

Eaton has acquired Royal Power Solutions, a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-precision electrical connectivity components used in electric vehicles. The US$600-million deal allows Eaton to expand its electric vehicle offerings. “Growth…

Truck availability, subsidies, and customer demands to drive electric truck uptake

Electromobility is no longer a future project, but a current reality, according to a panel held at the Attrix Technology symposium.   “The electrification of transportation, we’re there,” agreed Sarah…

Terminal tractors provide a good starting point for fleet electrification

As truck fleets begin to contemplate what a zero-emissions transport future looks like, an increasing number are eyeing terminal tractors as an ideal application to familiarize themselves with electrification. And…

Goodyear looks to procure cleaner carbon black for tires

Goodyear has announced a collaboration agreement with Monolith, for the development and potential use of carbon black made from methane or biomethane. Carbon black is a key ingredient in tires,…

6 things to consider before electrifying your fleet

The electrification of heavy commercial vehicles is exciting. Drivers love the lack of noise and vibration, and the immediate torque. Technicians like the simplicity of the powertrain, longer brake life…

Canadian businesses play leading role in race for electric trucks

Discussions about electric trucks traditionally focus on California or China for good reason. They represent two of the world’s fastest-growing markets for such vehicles. But look closely and you’ll see…

Will battery- and fuel-cell-electric trucks both find a home?

Until someone invents a flux capacitor or discovers dilithium crystals somewhere in our solar system, the transition away from fossil fuels will involve lithium-ion batteries and hydrogen fuel cells. These…

Electric trucks come with unique infrastructure needs

Fleets accustomed to paying for fuel on weekly terms with an oil company are in a for a shock when electric vehicles are introduced. Driving into a refueling facility, pumping…

Fuel economy and environmental care go hand in hand

Last month I wrote about the fuel mileage that our new trucks are getting, and how we need to promote ourselves better inside and outside of the trucking industry. We…

Legault bets on Quebec-designed electric trucks

Lion Electric president Marc Bedard said at the unveiling of his company’s financial results on November 10 that he wanted to “maintain the advantage of being the first in the…

Ballard buys European fuel cell installer

Ballard Power Systems has purchased a UK-based installer of hydrogen fuel cell systems. Arcola Energy is a systems engineering company specializing in the installation of fuel cells in trucks, buses…

Lion Electric’s order book swells, but supply chain challenges limit production

Lion Electric delivered another 40 vehicles in the third quarter, and earned revenue of $11.9 million – a $9.3 million jump from the same quarter a year ago. The Quebec-based…

Nikola looks to settle with SEC, pursue founder

Nikola released third quarter earnings today, disclosing it has set aside US$125 million for a potential settlement with the SEC related to fraud allegations against company founder Trevor Milton. “During…