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Volvo to Launch Hydrogen-Powered Trucks

Volvo Trucks North America

The company's on-road tests with trucks using hydrogen in combustion engines will begin in 2026, and the commercial launch is planned toward the end of this decade as part of its net zero goal.

Volvo will launch trucks with combustion engines that can run on green hydrogen. These trucks provide a significant step to decarbonize heavy transport.

Accelera Launches Next-Gen Hydrogen & Electric Solutions for Commercial Vehicles

New versions of the company's hydrogen fuel cell engines, a high-efficiency eAxle and its next-generation batteries are among the new products Accelera unveiled at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in May 2024.

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Market Analysis

May 2024 Equipment Market Outlook

This month's data indicates construction machinery new orders had a mild uptick in growth, coming in 12.5% above the year-ago level. The growth rate has been oscillating in the low double-digits for more than a year.

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Optimizing & Designing Engines for the Future

John Deere Power Systems

As construction navigates the adoption of new technologies and changes in regulations, OEMs are optimizing diesel engine architecture to support future technology innovations.

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Danfoss Power Solutions Names Domenico Traverso President of Fluid Conveyance Division

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Traverso steps into the new role June 1, 2024, and will also continue to serve as president, Incubation division, and lead the Business Development and Innovation function.

Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Domenico Traverso as the president of its Fluid Conveyance division, effective June 1.

Epiroc Completes Arizona Competency Center for Surface Mining

The move establishes a state-of-the-art 28,000-square-foot facility to provide advanced support for surface mining customers, thereby fostering business growth in the region.

Epiroc's Competency Center serves as a hub of excellence, delivering aftermarket support, training and specialized technical assistance tailored to exceed industry benchmarks.

Scania Open for Orders of Autonomous Mining Solutions

The company's 40-tonne autonomous heavy tipper for mining will first become available in Australia, with deliveries and start of operation scheduled from 2026.

Scania’s autonomous tipper truck has been developed in close cooperation between Scania’s R&D department and customers in the mining industry, with extensive testing in the harshest real-life conditions.

BAE Systems & Eaton Test Electric Drive Tech on Commercial Truck

Tests on the Class 7 demonstration vehicle met key on-road performance goals, including gradeability and highway speed, all within a single electric vehicle (EV) system. The compact system helps increase electrical efficiency and reduce vehicle weight.

BAE Systems reports the successful test of electric drive technology for medium and heavy-duty trucks. The EV system allows existing truck models to be easily adapted across various zero-emission applications, improving efficiency and performance.

Bobcat Adds Stationary Fuel Cells to 2 Factories

The recently commissioned fuel cells allow Bobcat to diversify its energy sources by supplying a majority of the annual power and heat needs of the Bismarck, North Dakota, facility and about half the needs of the Gwinner, North Dakota, facility.

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Volvo Upgrades Engines, Productivity in 2 Mid-Size Wheel Loaders

Volvo Construction Equipment

Available summer 2024, the 20-ton L110H and L120H will incorporate new Volvo engines and upgraded electronics. Both will continue to be built at Volvo’s North American headquarters in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.

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Liebherr Names GM of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability

Alexandra Hobgood will oversee sustainability initiatives throughout Liebherr’s U.S. locations by educating stakeholders, implementing new processes and providing additional structure to current programs.

Liebherr has appointed Alexandra Hobgood as general manager of corporate responsibility and sustainability.

Caterpillar Invests $90M in Texas

Caterpillar Inc.

The $90 million investment aims to prep facilities in both Schertz and Seguin, Texas, to produce the new Cat C13D industrial engine, creating 25 jobs at Schertz starting in 2026.

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