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2 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

Two fully electric Volvo FM 6×4 trucks are set to begin work on Auckland roads this month, transporting asphalt from Fulton Hogan plants in Penrose and Drury to worksites across the city. The trucks, purchased by Fulton Hogan with support from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA)’s Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, are among the first electric vehicles of their size to be deployed for urban construction work in New Zealand.

2 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Geoff Dobson

Etrucks’ robotic battery swap station is being commissioned at its Penrose site in Auckland. It’s using a remote for the swap function until the robot is established, says Etrucks director Ross Linton who thanks the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) for its support. Linton says the battery swap station will be available to deploy with XCMG battery swap trucks and equipment.

2 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Geoff Dobson

Etrucks’ robotic battery swap station is being commissioned at its Penrose site in Auckland. It’s using a remote for the swap function until the robot is established, says Etrucks director Ross Linton who thanks the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) for its support. Linton says the battery swap station will be available to deploy with XCMG battery swap trucks and equipment.

3 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

TR Group has officially launched its first 50-tonne hydrogen-powered prime mover at a showcase event at Hampton Downs, marking a major milestone in the company’s push to decarbonise New Zealand’s heavy transport sector. The new hydrogen truck — based on a DAF CF 530 and converted by Christchurch-based Global Bus Ventures (GBV) — offers a zero-emissions alternative for heavy freight, with comparable refuelling times and operating performance to diesel models.

3 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

TR Group has officially launched its first 50-tonne hydrogen-powered prime mover at a showcase event at Hampton Downs, marking a major milestone in the company’s push to decarbonise New Zealand’s heavy transport sector. The new hydrogen truck — based on a DAF CF 530 and converted by Christchurch-based Global Bus Ventures (GBV) — offers a zero-emissions alternative for heavy freight, with comparable refuelling times and operating performance to diesel models.