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Clean Trucking Hits $2B Milestone in Zero-Emission Funding
InnovationMay 27

Clean Trucking Hits $2B Milestone in Zero-Emission Funding

America's commercial trucking industry just crossed a massive milestone in its clean energy transformation. A coalition supporting zero-emission vehicles has now secured $2 billion in funding to help fleets go electric.

Electrek3 min read
Electric Trucks Solve Driver Shortage at Michigan Fleet
SolutionsMar 21

Electric Trucks Solve Driver Shortage at Michigan Fleet

Trucking companies facing a national driver shortage are discovering an unexpected recruiting tool: electric trucks. Young drivers are choosing employers with EV fleets, drawn by quieter rides and cutting-edge technology.

Electrek3 min read
Electric Trucks Now Cheaper to Run Than Diesel in Australia
Planet WinsMar 11

Electric Trucks Now Cheaper to Run Than Diesel in Australia

Electric trucks can now travel 500 kilometers on a single charge and cost half as much to operate as diesel trucks. With oil prices spiking, Australia's freight industry is discovering that going electric isn't just cleaner—it's financially smarter.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
Tesla Semi Chargers Coming to 900+ Truck Stops by 2026
SolutionsJan 27

Tesla Semi Chargers Coming to 900+ Truck Stops by 2026

America's largest truck stop chain is partnering with Tesla to install electric semi-truck chargers at locations along major highways. The move could finally make coast-to-coast electric freight hauling a reality.

Electrek3 min read
Ghana Launches SheaPark Hub to Boost Rural Industry
SolutionsFeb 1

Ghana Launches SheaPark Hub to Boost Rural Industry

A new industrial hub in Ghana's Upper West Region promises to transform the local shea industry into an economic powerhouse. The SheaPark Resource Hub aims to create jobs and lift communities through sustainable value-added production.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
New Nano-Filter Could Slash Industrial Water Waste by 90%
SolutionsJan 22

New Nano-Filter Could Slash Industrial Water Waste by 90%

Scientists in India have created a revolutionary membrane that filters water with precision 10 times better than current technology, potentially transforming how textile and pharmaceutical factories reuse water. The breakthrough could dramatically cut the massive energy footprint of industrial separations, which currently consume up to half of all industrial energy worldwide.

Phys.org3 min read
RV Makers Go Lightweight to Help Electric Trucks Tow Better
VideosJan 20

RV Makers Go Lightweight to Help Electric Trucks Tow Better

The RV industry is finally ditching heavy "big box" designs for lightweight, aerodynamic trailers that make electric truck towing actually work. It's a shift that could unlock cross-country camping for thousands of EV owners stuck between short range and long charging stops.

CleanTechnica3 min read
China Plans 3,000 Charging Stations for Electric Trucks
Planet Wins3d ago

China Plans 3,000 Charging Stations for Electric Trucks

China just announced an ambitious plan to electrify its freight industry, targeting 40% of new heavy trucks to be electric by 2030. The government will fund 3,000 charging and battery swap stations to make it happen.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Trucking Adds 700 Jobs as U.S. Unemployment Hits 7-Year Low
SolutionsMar 4

Trucking Adds 700 Jobs as U.S. Unemployment Hits 7-Year Low

The trucking industry grew by 700 jobs in August while national unemployment dropped to 5.1%, the lowest rate since 2008. Even better news: long-term unemployment fell by nearly 800,000 people over the past year.

Google News - Unemployment Drops2 min read
Winemaker Slept in Truck, Now Puts Arizona Wine on Map
SolutionsFeb 15

Winemaker Slept in Truck, Now Puts Arizona Wine on Map

Eric Glomski traded graduate school for his truck, volunteering at California wineries before founding Page Springs Cellars in Arizona. His fight against restrictive legislation helped grow the state's wine industry from 8 to over 100 wineries.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)3 min read
Electric Truck Cuts Costs 84% on Australia Canberra Run
InnovationMay 28

Electric Truck Cuts Costs 84% on Australia Canberra Run

An all-electric semi-truck just hauled tons of cargo 186 miles from Canberra to Sydney on a single charge, slashing fuel costs by 84% and arriving 25 minutes faster than diesel trucks. The milestone proves long-haul trucking can go green without sacrificing speed or savings.

Good News Network2 min read
Volvo Electric Semi Trucks Now Go 430 Miles on One Charge
InnovationApr 17

Volvo Electric Semi Trucks Now Go 430 Miles on One Charge

Volvo just launched electric semi trucks that can travel up to 430 miles on a single charge, matching the range and productivity of traditional diesel trucks. The breakthrough means long-haul trucking can finally go fully electric without compromise.

Electrek2 min read
Electric Truck Maker Lands 600-Unit Order, Biggest Ever
SolutionsJun 3

Electric Truck Maker Lands 600-Unit Order, Biggest Ever

Orange EV just secured the largest electric terminal truck order in history: 600 vehicles in a single deal. After a decade of proving electric "yard dogs" can save companies half a million dollars per truck, the industry is racing to electrify.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Toyota Joins Volvo & Daimler for Hydrogen Truck Future
VideosApr 1

Toyota Joins Volvo & Daimler for Hydrogen Truck Future

Three automotive giants are teaming up to accelerate fuel cell technology for heavy-duty trucks, combining decades of expertise to make hydrogen-powered transport a reality. Toyota is joining Volvo and Daimler Truck as equal partners in cellcentric, a company dedicated to building cleaner commercial vehicles.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Australia's Clean Industry Push Could Unlock $300B Boom
SolutionsMar 13

Australia's Clean Industry Push Could Unlock $300B Boom

Australia could unlock $300 billion in economic opportunity through 70 clean industrial projects that decarbonize heavy industry while creating jobs. The path forward requires coordinated action between government, industry, and finance to turn renewable potential into global leadership.

PV Magazine3 min read
Electric Garbage Truck Hits Streets in Washington City
Planet WinsMay 11

Electric Garbage Truck Hits Streets in Washington City

A fully electric waste collection truck just started service in Issaquah, Washington, marking a major step toward zero-emission trash pickup. The partnership between three companies created the industry's first fully integrated electric refuse truck that doesn't sacrifice power for sustainability.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Tasmania Truck Run Raises Record $48K for Flying Doctors
Community HeroesApr 28

Tasmania Truck Run Raises Record $48K for Flying Doctors

More than 220 trucks rolled through Tasmania in the biggest convoy ever, raising a record $48,000 for health services that help drivers stay safe on the road. The annual charity run grew to triple its original size, drawing over 2,200 cheering supporters.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
China Sells 231,000 Electric Semi Trucks in One Year
SolutionsJan 25

China Sells 231,000 Electric Semi Trucks in One Year

China just proved electric freight isn't a distant dream. More than 231,000 electric and hybrid semi trucks hit the roads in 2025, showing the future of shipping is already here.

Electrek2 min read
New Map Shows 162 Truck Charging Stations Across 17 States
Planet WinsMay 9

New Map Shows 162 Truck Charging Stations Across 17 States

A nonprofit just mapped over 1,500 charging plugs for electric trucks across America, making it easier for companies to switch to clean freight. The tool also predicts where power grids will need upgrades as more trucks go electric.

Electrek3 min read
California Firm Orders 370 Tesla Electric Trucks
SolutionsMay 6

California Firm Orders 370 Tesla Electric Trucks

A California trucking company just placed the largest electric truck order in state history after its previous bet on a competitor ended in bankruptcy. The switch to Tesla could prove electric freight finally makes business sense.

Electrek3 min read

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