Volvo is now introducing fossil-free steel in its trucks – the world’s first truck manufacturer to do so.
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Electra to show the first zero-emission refrigerated hydrogen HGV at the CV Show in a UK first
Electra Commercial Vehicles will be showcasing the first zero-emission refrigerated fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) in the UK during the CV Show at the Solomon stand – 5a46.
Forest Green Rovers Football Club goes even greener with its first electric minibus
Forest Green Rovers, the world’s greenest football club, has partnered with Renault Trucks to support the club’s commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainable travel with its first 100% electric team minibus, a Renault Trucks Master E-Tech.
The second RVS Dennis Twin Pack electric conversion hits the road in Islington
Refuse Vehicle Solutions (RVS) has successfully delivered the second electric conversion of a Dennis Eagle Twin Pack Refuse Collection vehicle to Islington Council.
Exeter City Council adopts electric fleet
Exeter City Council will be taking delivery of three new electric refuse vehicles on a contract hire agreement from SFS. The trucks will ultimately be powered by renewable energy sources, to help the city achieve its target to become carbon neutral by 2030.
Fleet Vision International – THE SHOW preview
International case studies, the latest research, and practical examples of initiatives in action dominate the programme at the first Fleet Vision International – THE SHOW conference on April 13 2022. Ann-Marie Knegt reports.
Clean green machine: first electric street sweeper for Harrow Council
Harrow Council has added its first fully electric street sweeper another step forward for the authority’s carbon-neutral pledge.
Fleet Vision International magazine Winter 2022 is out now!
eading stories on Fleet Vision International – THE SHOW, OWL Wales Live, international sweeper profile, NYPD fleet, hydrogen HGVs, a new cab for waste trucks, rebated fuel legislation update, new vehicle launches, international case studies, emissions reduction, transitional technology, air quality updates and science, news and comments, and much more.
Editor’s Blog: With great adversity comes great opportunity
Last year was certainly not easy for anyone. The pressures of
the pandemic mounted up, putting an unprecedented strain
on critical fleet service delivery organisations and the vehicle industry as a whole. The global supply chain shortage put pressure on manufacturers, increasing vehicle build and lead times. The industry will have to deal with the consequences of this worldwide issue for many years to come. At the same time, we have to deal with the driver and mechanic shortage, further impacting service delivery.
Aberdeen City Council adds UK’s first hydrogen fuel cell waste truck to its fleet
The UK’s first hydrogen-fuelled waste collection vehicle was revealed today in Aberdeen, in a move that continues to accelerate the city’s thriving hydrogen economy.