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DOE Announces Funding for Third SuperTruck Program
The U.S. Dept. of Energy has announced funding for two new programs aimed at decarbonizing cars, trucks and off-road vehicles which includes a SuperTruck 3 initiative.
Construction
JCB Updates Equipment Models for Stage V
Materials
Volvo and SSAB Collaborating on Vehicles Made from Fossil-Free Steel
Drivetrains
Hyliion Forms Innovation Council to Aid Electric Powertrain Development
Power Systems
SANY Introduces Hydrogen Fuel Cell Construction Vehicles
Engines
Achates Power Receives DOE Award to Develop Medium-Duty Opposed-Piston Engine
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Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Volvo CE Delivers Electric Excavator for Customer Pilot
Volvo CE's EC55 Electric excavator will be used for a customer pilot in China, Volta Trucks names a new CEO and more news from the past week you may have missed.
Mining
Better Times Ahead for North American Mining Equipment Market
Mining equipment production is forecast to rebound in 2021, and grow 3.8% through 2026.
Automated Systems
Trimble, Piaggio Fast Forward Develop Smart Following Robot for Construction Applications
Combining GNSS technology with sensors and software has enabled the creation of a robot which can follow machines or humans without the use of a joystick or other control devices.
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Fuels & Fluids
FPT Sees Potential for DME as Low-Emissions Fuel Option in Heavy-Duty Engines
Similarities to LPG and reduced emissions output make DME a feasible candidate for use in heavy-duty engines.
Engines
Kohler Engines Meet New China Tier 4 Emissions Regulations
The company says its engines will meet the high emissions standards being put in place for heavy-duty off-road engines with power ratings up to 560 kW.
Emissions
DOE Announces Intent to Issue Three New Sustainable Transportation Funding Opportunities
The funding opportunities include a third phase of the SuperTruck program as well as development of low GHG technologies for on- and off-road vehicles.
Engines
Westport Fuel Systems Completes Initial Startup and Testing of Hydrogen-Fueled Engine
The company believes a hydrogen fueled internal combustion engine using its HPDI fuel system could provide emissions reduction benefits in many heavy vehicle applications.
Software
HORIBA STARS VETS Vehicle Emissions Test Automation Software
STARS VETS ensures vehicle emissions tests run smoothly and efficiently with preloaded cycles configuration data and results calculations for a wide range of regulatory standards.
Emissions
Virtual Work Truck Show 2021 to Highlight Path Toward Zero Emissions
Green Hour educational sessions and OEM presentations during this year's event will focus on reducing emissions and improving fuel economy.
Emissions
Virtual Work Truck Show 2021 to Highlight Path Toward Zero Emissions
Green Hour educational sessions and OEM presentations during this year's event will focus on reducing emissions and improving fuel economy.
Mining
Epiroc Electric Mining Equipment Supports Sustainable Underground Mining Initiative
Battery-electric mining equipment will be used as part of a project in Sweden which aims to make underground mining safer, smarter and more sustainable.
Fuels & Fluids
FPT Researching Use of Dimethyl Ether in Heavy-Duty Engines
FPT is researching the potential to use DME as a low-emissions alternative to diesel fuel.
Engines
New Engine Control Technology Could Improve Cold Starts for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Libertine’s innovative control platform could successfully vary a free piston engine’s compression ratio, leading to improved performance on cold start-up.
Emissions
NTEA Announces Climate Change Policy
The association adopted a climate change policy that continues its commitment to facilitating productive use of alternative fuels and advanced technologies for commercial vehicles.
Emissions
European Truck Makers Agree All New Trucks Sold Must be Fossil Free by 2040
ACEA and the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research have created a roadmap which outlines the transition to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Engines
ClearFlame Developing Technology to Improve Diesel Engine Platforms
By replacing petroleum fuels with decarbonized fuels, emissions can be reduced as well as overall engine costs.
Smart Systems
ABB Provides Electrification and Automation Solutions for Sustainable Underground Mining Project
ABB electrification and automation solutions have been employed in a mine of the future project, which aims to reduce emissions and increase productivity 50%.
Emissions
Daimler Trucks North America Commits to Carbon Neutral Vehicle Production by 2025
The company plans to incorporate carbon dioxide-neutral production at all of its truck manufacturing plants by 2025.
Fuels & Fluids
Fuel Options Continue to Evolve
Advancements in various fuel types are providing more opportunities for emissions reductions and new application uses.
Electrification
Volvo Group Focuses on Electrification and Emissions Reduction Strategy
Volvo has laid out a strategy to drive the transformation of the transport and infrastructure industries through increased development of alternative power systems.
Trends
Trelleborg Virtual Conference to Examine Electrification, Digitization and Sustainability Trends
The event will explore how these key industry trends are impacting businesses now and will continue to do so in the future.
Power Systems
Cummins Presents Vision for Hydrogen Technology
Cummins sees opportunity in the use of hydrogen and fuel cell systems as part of the carbon neutral economy of the future.
Emissions
Bendix Aims to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2021
Bendix has created a climate action plan to cut its carbon dioxide emissions in half by 2030, and achieve carbon neutrality by 2021.
Engines
FPT Partners with IVECO and Snam to Decarbonize Transportation Using Biomobility and Hydrogen
The companies aim to develop integrated sustainable mobility to promote further use of alternative drive vehicles, including those operating on hydrogen and biofuels.
On-Highway
European Vehicle Manufacturers Say COVID Support Should be Channeled into Green Recovery
Leaders from ACEA are calling for EU policy makers to support recovery plans which bolster Europe’s economy as well as its climate ambitions.
Engines
PSI 8.8-LUltra-Low NOx Propane Engine Receives EPA Certification
The engine is certified to a NOx emission standard of 0.02 grams per brake horsepower and has a 10% better carbon dioxide emission rate.
Engines
FPT Collaborating on Sustainability Projects to Reduce Emissions in Truck and Coach Transport
FPT is working with other on-road industry partners to develop technologies which lower emissions and improve fuel efficiency.
Power Systems
Bosch Developing Powertrain Products to Enable Climate-Neutral Transportation
Powertrain solutions under development include fuel cells, battery systems, as well as those for natural gas and diesel engines.
Engines
ClearFlame Achieves Successful Test Results Using Decarbonized Fuels
The company successfully matched the torque and power of a commercial diesel engine using ethanol in place of diesel fuel.
Power Systems
Cummins Battery and Fuel Cell Technologies to Power New Bustech Transit Bus
The next generation Bustech XDi low floor transit bus will make use of Cummins zero-emission battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies.
Emissions
SSAB Climate Goals Approved by Science Based Targets Initiative
The approval means SSAB's emissions reduction objective is scientifically based and in line with the Paris Agreement.
Power Systems
Hyundai Delivers First Fuel Cell Trucks to Customers in Switzerland
The XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck is powered by a 190-kW hydrogen fuel cell system with dual 95-kW fuel cell stacks.
Testing
HORIBA Receives Patent for Real-World Emissions Test Method
The HORIBA Torque-Matching RDE+ laboratory test method supports emulation of real-world emissions tests under different test or vehicle conditions.
