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China exempts sodium-ion batteries as Hina plans 10 GWh factory
China will exempt qualifying sodium-ion batteries from consumption tax through 2028, while Hina plans a 10 GWh production base in Wuhan and is developing electric sanitation trucks. Tests also reported strong cold-weather performance in a heavy truck.
Go EV showcases portable charging skid for electric trucks
Go EV has showcased ChargeNow, a portable depot charging skid with a 261 kWh battery and 640 kW charger. The Australian-made system is designed to help heavy-vehicle operators start charging sooner while reducing the need for lengthy grid upgrades and construction work.
XCMG unveils autonomous electric logistics truck for industrial parks
XCMG has unveiled the SDA411, a cab-less electric truck tractor for unmanned industrial-park logistics. The prototype uses Level 4 autonomous driving, with 360-degree perception for navigation, obstacle avoidance and parking.
CATL unveils dual-battery range extender for electric heavy trucks
CATL unveiled a system combining a swappable 432 or 513 kWh battery with a fixed 77 kWh range-extender pack. It also plans to expand its QiJi swapping network, targeting 900 stations by the end of 2026 and 2,000 by 2027, with initial orders for 13,000 units.
Fortescue to test electric mining equipment at its Western Australian operations
Fortescue says electric mining equipment from XCMG, including a loader, dozer, grader and water cart, is heading to its Pilbara operations for testing and refinement. The trials support its plan to replace diesel-powered mining equipment with electric alternatives.
Fortescue develops 6 MW chargers for electric mining trucks
Fortescue is developing 6 MW chargers for its electric haul trucks at Eliwana mine in Australia. The system uses automated robots adapted from car-factory welding equipment and coordinates charging loads with the company’s renewable-powered grid.
DeepWay electric truck completes freight deliveries in Victoria
DeepWay’s battery-electric Star prime mover has completed several freight deliveries for VCF Transport in Victoria. The 150km first run used 39% of its battery, and VCF’s managing director said the truck cost A$350,000.
Einride begins daily driverless electric truck operations in Ohio
Two SAE Level 4 electric trucks have begun daily freight runs for EASE Logistics in Marysville, Ohio. The companies will use operational data on safety, reliability, efficiency and uptime to inform possible expansion.
Survey finds electric terminal tractors moving beyond pilot use
NACFE’s survey of 44 fleet operators found 54% had moved electric terminal tractors beyond pilots, while 76% reported at least moderate operating-cost savings. The report highlights potential benefits but cautions that its small, engaged sample is not representative of the wider market.
ACT raises electric truck outlook as policy support wanes
ACT has made modest upward revisions to its Class 8 battery-electric truck projections, while forecasting gradual zero-emission commercial-vehicle adoption overall. It expects costs to constrain growth in the near term, with faster uptake after 2030 as technology and charging improve.
Foton and Ampol to test electric trucks on AmpCharge network
Foton Mobility Distribution and Ampol have signed an MoU to test whether Foton’s electric trucks are compatible with AmpCharge, potentially giving fleet operators access to Ampol’s public charging network and extending vehicle range.
Australia’s electric truck and van sales remain negligible, report says
The Electric Vehicle Council’s 2026 report says electric vehicles account for just 0.1% of new truck sales and 1% of van sales in Australia. It says high upfront costs and a lack of purchase support are holding back adoption, and is discussing financing options with governments.
Remondis trials electric rubbish truck in Australia
Remondis Australia trialled a Mercedes-Benz eEconic electric rubbish truck in Brisbane and is assessing the technology for its 600-truck collection fleet. The company will analyse trial data with Mercedes-Benz and other participants.
Electric trucks undercut diesel costs in six major EU markets
A T&E analysis finds electric trucks have lower total ownership costs in six of nine major EU markets, covering 46% of new heavy-truck sales. Savings could reach €100,000 in the Netherlands and €85,000 in Germany over five years. T&E urges stable emissions standards, toll exemptions and charging investment.
Tesla begins high-volume production of Semi electric trucks
Tesla says its Nevada factory can produce up to 50,000 Semi trucks a year. The heavy electric truck features 4680 battery cells, and Tesla reports year-to-date uptime above 98% in 2026.
Fortescue plans short charging stops to electrify its haul-truck fleet
Fortescue says opportunistic 15-minute charging during downtime, faster journeys and reduced maintenance will help it electrify several hundred haul trucks in Australia. The first Liebherr truck is expected later this year, with the diesel fleet due to be phased out by the end of the decade.
Tesla opens Nevada factory to scale production of electric Semi trucks
Tesla has opened a factory in Sparks, Nevada, for high-volume production of its battery-electric Semi. The company aims to ramp up output by next year and has secured fleet orders, while planning to add its automated driving systems to the truck.
Tesla deploys pre-assembled 1.2 MW Megacharger station for electric trucks
Tesla has deployed its first pre-assembled Megacharger site, with each V4 cabinet supporting two posts delivering up to 1.2 MW. The installation is intended to speed charging infrastructure deployment as production and deliveries of the electric Semi increase.
Germany begins building 4,200-point electric truck charging network
Germany is beginning construction of a €1 billion motorway charging network for electric trucks. The planned system will install fast chargers at 124 service stations and eventually provide about 4,200 charging points across 350 locations, including overnight charging facilities.
BHP slows electric haul-truck rollout as Fortescue defends charging strategy
BHP says current electric haul trucks are unsuitable for mass deployment because of charging downtime, while Fortescue argues charging must be assessed alongside energy costs, infrastructure and productivity. Fortescue is trialling 6MW chargers in Australia’s Pilbara region.
Volvo starts FH Aero Electric production and unveils 80-tonne electric truck
Volvo Trucks has started series production of the 700-kilometre FH Aero Electric and unveiled an electric truck-and-trailer combination for gross combination weights of up to 80 tonnes. The combination targets European markets and supports megawatt or CCS2 charging.
BYD unveils 600km electric heavy truck with 1.5MW charging
BYD has unveiled the ETT 44, a 20-tonne battery-electric tractor with a 44-tonne gross combination weight, 600km range and 651kWh Blade battery. Its 1.5MW charging system can raise charge from 20% to 80% in about 20 minutes.
Scania adds batteries to extend electric long-haul truck range to 720 km
Scania has announced a battery-electric long-haul truck solution adding two MP20 packs behind the cab, increasing capacity by about 365 kWh. Combined with an aerodynamic front and megawatt charging, the configuration can deliver up to 720 km of range.
Windrose electric trucks begin Australian freight operations
New Energy Transport has received Australia’s first two commercially sold Windrose electric prime movers and plans to put them into daily Sydney–Canberra freight service within weeks. The company is preparing a 20-truck rollout supported by mobile charging units and a Wilton charging hub.
EV Realty appoints Henrik Holland president to expand fleet charging
EV Realty has appointed Henrik Holland president as it expands its heavy-truck charging business and develops its Powered Properties platform for autonomous and other fleet depots. The company has secured nearly 50MW of grid capacity and plans a new California facility.
Centurion backs Western Australia electric heavy-freight charging network
Centurion is working with Purpose Energy on a proposed A$137m electric heavy-freight network between Perth and Bunbury, featuring three charging hubs and two battery-swapping stations. Purpose Energy is also exploring trucks and technology with Sany.
New entrants challenge European electric heavy-truck makers
A T&E analysis finds overseas entrants could capture 24–31% of Europe’s electric heavy-truck market by 2030. Their vehicles offer comparable performance and 12% lower total ownership costs than equivalent European models, it says.
New York and New Jersey ports launch $45m electric truck incentives
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is launching $45m in incentives for zero-emission drayage trucks, yard tractors and charging equipment. Calstart will administer the programmes, including up to $39m in vehicle and charger vouchers and $5m for five charging hubs.
Fortescue’s 150-tonne electric water truck ships from China to Australia
Fortescue and XCMG have dispatched a 150-tonne battery-electric water truck from Xuzhou Port to the Pilbara in Western Australia, supporting Fortescue’s plan to eliminate diesel use at its mines by the end of the decade.
Sany ships 603 electric construction vehicles in one month
Sany shipped 603 electric construction vehicles from its Chinese factories in August, comprising 200 electric dump trucks and 403 wheel loaders. The equipment was supplied to customers globally as demand for lower-emission machinery grows.
Mitsubishi launches compact refrigeration units for electric trucks
MHI Thermal Systems has launched the TEU series of under-mounted electric transport refrigeration units for battery-electric trucks. Modular components cut volume by 30%, weight by 55% and installation opening size by 40%, while supporting multiple power sources and multi-temperature cargo.
IRU and T&E call for EU dialogue on heavy-duty vehicle decarbonisation
IRU and T&E have urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to launch a strategic dialogue on heavy-duty vehicle decarbonisation. Their call comes ahead of reviews of EU charging infrastructure and CO₂ standards rules, amid concerns over costs, grid capacity and zero-emission vehicle uptake.
California bill would require electric-truck pricing disclosure for incentives
California Senate Bill 1213, sent to Governor Gavin Newsom after unanimous legislative approval, would require truck makers to disclose vehicle pricing to participate in zero-emission incentive programmes. Supporters say this could improve fleet purchasing transparency and make public funding more effective.
Canada-Mexico West Coast zero-emission truck corridor planned
Five governments are coordinating a British Columbia-to-Baja California freight corridor with 20 electric-truck charging stations and three hydrogen fuelling stations. The initiative will also align technical standards and infrastructure planning to support zero-emission trucks across borders.
Kenworth updates T880E electric vocational truck for fleet applications
Kenworth’s T880E battery-electric vocational truck offers four- or five-string battery packs, up to 250-plus miles of range and 350kW DC charging. Its central e-motor, PTO options and flexible configurations are designed for construction, municipal and delivery fleets.
LKAB operates 120-tonne battery-electric trucks underground
LKAB is operating two customised 120-tonne battery-electric Scania trucks underground at its Swedish iron ore mine. The trucks have completed about 1,500 commissioning trips, carrying more than 100,000 tonnes, and LKAB plans to operate one continuously to replace a diesel equivalent.
CATL to become China’s largest heavy-truck battery-swapping operator
CATL has agreed to acquire a 24.8726% stake in Qiyuan Green Power, China’s largest heavy-duty truck battery-swapping network, for 2.56 billion yuan. The deal will combine Qiyuan’s rear-mounted system with CATL’s chassis-based Qiji technology and network expansion plans.
Einride orders 500 Tesla Semi electric heavy trucks
Einride has ordered 500 Tesla Semi electric heavy trucks from Tesla, in the manufacturer’s largest order to date. Deliveries are due to begin in September 2026, with the vehicles deployed gradually over two years.
Zijin Longking unveils 350-tonne electric mining truck in China
Zijin Longking has unveiled the 350-tonne ZL230E battery-electric mining truck in China. It has a 230-tonne payload, twin 800kW motors and a 1,400kWh battery reportedly capable of charging to 90% in 25 minutes.
BHP to trial dynamic charging for electric haul trucks in Australia
BHP will trial Caterpillar’s Dynamic Energy Transfer system with two battery-electric haul trucks at its Jimblebar mine, while testing battery-electric locomotives from Wabtec and Progress Rail in Australia.
PepsiCo fleet veteran shares lessons from deploying electric trucks
Former PepsiCo fleet-transformation director Adam Buttgenbach explains how the company matched electric vans and heavy trucks to suitable routes, while assessing charging, maintenance, supplier stability and total cost of ownership.
Construction begins on Melbourne electric truck charging hub
Construction has begun on NewVolt’s first shared-use electric truck charging hub at Laverton North in Melbourne. The 12-bay site will support heavy and medium electric trucks, with charging up to 400kW and megawatt charging systems, and is due to open in Q1 2027.
Australia commits $400m to reforms supporting electric heavy trucks
Australia has committed $400m to heavy-vehicle reforms aimed at improving freight productivity and accelerating electric-truck uptake by expanding charging infrastructure access and easing curfew and weight-limit restrictions.
Nuremberg deploys electric equipment for zero-emission demolition
Nuremberg has commissioned Bavaria’s first public tender for a zero-emission demolition project. Electric Volvo construction equipment and an FM Electric hook-lift truck are operating using standard construction-site electricity, demonstrating a replicable municipal model for lower-emission worksites.
King Fio expands electric drayage fleet despite cost and charging hurdles
King Fio Trucking founder Jennie Abarca is expanding her Long Beach drayage fleet with battery-electric heavy trucks, despite higher costs and charging challenges. Her 35-truck fleet includes 11 electric vehicles, with 21 Teslas on order, and she aims to eliminate diesel trucks by 2030.
Jet Charge highlights $4.5m fuel savings for electric heavy fleets
Jet Charge analysis says a 100-vehicle heavy fleet could save $4.5m a year on fuel by switching from diesel to battery-electric vehicles. It highlights depot charging investment and grid, workforce and maintenance constraints facing Australian operators.
China delivers first sodium-ion electric mining truck
Hina Battery and Tonly Heavy Industry have delivered China’s first sodium-ion battery-powered electric mining truck. The 676kWh truck supports 20–25-minute charging and will enter mine operations to gather heavy-load performance data.
Peterbilt adds electric trucks to US and Canadian procurement contract
Peterbilt has added its battery-electric truck range to the Sourcewell and Canoe cooperative purchasing contract, giving eligible public, education and nonprofit fleets in the US and Canada access to pre-negotiated terms through July 2028.
