Press Releases

The surging demand for electrification and alternative fuels in commercial trucking has been driven by multiple state-level mandates for zero emissions, escalating fuel prices, and a huge spike in e-commerce deliveries,” says Mark Hope, General Manager and COO, EAVX, the innovation hub within J.B. Poindexter & Co (JBPCO). “The greater need for middle- and last-mile package, dry freight, and refrigerated delivery trucks has been a catalyst for innovation and the evolving projec

BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion, is collaborating with Eaton, a global power management company, to develop electric vehicle technology solutions. Through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), the companies will initially offer a solution for the medium-duty commercial truck platforms market, with a Class-7 pickup and delivery demonstration vehicle in development. As part of the collaboration, BAE Systems will incorporate its power-dense electric motor and advanced silic

Stellantis N.V. and Alliance Nickel Ltd today announced the signing of a binding offtake agreement for the supply of 170,000 tons of nickel sulphate and 12,000 tons of cobalt sulphate in total over an initial five-year period. This represents approximately 40% of forecast annual production of the NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project in Western Australia. Pricing for the nickel and cobalt sulphate is linked to index prices. In addition, Stellantis agreed to purchase €9.2 million (AUD15

Cenntro Electric Group Limited a leading EV and alternative fuel technology company with advanced, market-validated electric commercial vehicles, will unveil the Logimax 650  an ell electric powered Class 6 Truck, at the upcoming WasteExpo 2023, taking place May 1 - 4 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. The LM650 is a medium truck with a total weight of 12 tons and is designed for intracity and short-haul applications. The semi-tractor’s electric mot

Four Corners Property Trust a real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the ownership and acquisition of high-quality, net-leased restaurant and retail properties is pleased to announce the acquisition of a NAPA Auto Parts property for $1.3 million. The property is in a strong retail corridor in Nebraska and is occupied under a net lease with approximately two years of term remaining. The transaction was priced at a 7.0% cap rate, exclusive of transaction costs. Abou

ZEVX, Inc., the worldwide leader in intelligent EV systems, today announced a distribution partnership with Master's Transportation®, Inc., one of the nation's leading providers of commercial vehicles for rent, lease, purchase and service. Master's Transportation can now begin selling and installing ZEVX's series of premier battery electric powertrain and power system products to upgrade traditional Class 2-5 commercial vehicles and fleets to zero carbon EVs. As

onsemi, a leader in intelligent power and sensing technologies, and premium electric mobility brand ZEEKR today announced a long-term supply agreement (LTSA) between the two companies. onsemi will provide its EliteSiC silicon carbide (SiC) power devices to increase the powertrain efficiency of ZEEKR’s smart electric vehicles (EVs), resulting in improved performance, faster charging speeds and extended driving range. To support its expanding portfolio of high-performance EVs, Z

The technology companies Continental and Aurora Innovation, Inc. have entered into an exclusive partnership to deliver the first commercially scalable generation of Aurora’s flagship integrated hardware and software system, the Aurora Driver. The organizations will jointly design, develop, validate, deliver, and service the scalable autonomous system for the trucking industry. The system is expected to be available for carriers and commercial fleet operators across the U.S. and to help

Mexico has become the latest addition to Scania's sustainable electric revolution, with the announcement of the country's first order for Scania electric trucks. Grupo Bimbo, the world's largest baking company, has agreed to purchase seven 2024-model 25P B4x2 rigid electric trucks from Scania México. The 100% electric vehicles, which will be driven on urban routes, have load capacities of 11.5 tons and will be fitted with the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADA

Ahlstrom introduces a new range of renewable and sustainable filtration solutions for automotive applications.  Ahlstrom ECO™ is a technology supporting the increasing sustainability demands of the global transportation market and offering a new choice for filter manufacturers.     Developed by Ahlstrom, a new renewable and sustainable filter media utilizes lignin-based* impregnation, replacing fossil-based resin.  The resin solution contains a signifi

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced today that it has decided to drastically restructure its automotive-equipment business in accordance with a resolution adopted at the company's Executive Officers' Meeting held today. The restructure is designed to streamline decision-making in the business and accelerate the transformation of the company's automotive-equipment business in the face of rapid changes in this industry, including the shift to connected, autonomous, shared &

Polaris Inc. the global leader in powersports and off-road innovation, today announced the first shipments of its all-new electric RANGER XP Kinetic vehicles are headed to dealers this week for customer pickup. Polaris manufactures its fully electric RANGER XP Kinetic off-road vehicles at the Company's more than 900,000-square-foot manufacturing facility located in Huntsville, Alabama. Polaris plans to take additional orders on the RANGER XP Kinetic this summer. "Since anno

On the occasion of Earth Day, a global celebration of environmental protection and sustainability, a consumer survey conducted by MINI USA reveals American consumers' changing perspectives and considerations regarding electric vehicles (EVs), highlighting shifting sentiments over the last four years when MINI first carried out the same survey. Tracking both changes from existing questions and adding a few new questions in the mix this year, the survey indicates that almost half

Beep Inc., a provider of autonomous shared mobility solutions, today announced a partnership with the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA). The partnership marks Beep's first West Coast deployment, located at Bishop Ranch in the city of San Ramon, the largest mixed-use business community in Northern California. In 2018, CCTA was the first agency in California to obtain permission by the California Department of Motor Vehicles for a shared autonomous vehicle to travel on public roa

The 2023 Honda Pilot arrives with rugged styling, more passenger room and sportier driving dynamics. This is the fourth generation, available in versions: Touring and Black Edition. Its style stands out with a large grille, a very marked horizontal belt line and wide fenders. The A-pillars were swept back to offer a sportier profile. Its discreet rear spoiler and new LED taillights make it unmistakable. Its Black Edition version has a grill, exhausts and roof rails in blac