Night-time curfews hinder electric heavy-truck adoption
Regulatory curfews and inconsistent access rules have constrained Australia’s adoption of heavy-duty electric trucks, limiting potential cost savings, emission reductions and operational efficiencies, the Electric Vehicle Council’s ELECTruck report has found.
Blacktown City Council unveils electric beavertail truck
Blacktown City Council has unveiled a custom-built 27-tonne electric beavertail truck to replace two diesel trucks and two trailers, with a 270-kilometre range, 10–14 tonne payload and depot charging supplied by 100 per cent renewable electricity.
Shell launches DC charging system for heavy-duty fleets
Shell has introduced the Recharge PowerPack 500, a liquid-cooled DC charger for European heavy-duty fleets, and has offered scalable output to 500 kW along with charge-point management, maintenance and fleet payment services.
Cost dynamics driving adoption of electric trucks
Recent analysis has shown that where diesel costs at least ten times per litre compared with electricity per kWh, electric trucks have recouped purchase premiums within about 12–14 months, prompting manufacturers to target markets with favourable fuel-to-electricity price ratios.
Scania unveils battery-electric concrete mixer truck
Scania has unveiled a battery-electric concrete mixer truck with a 400 kWh battery and integrated ePTO; it has been developed with Unicon and Liebherr, and Unicon has ordered ten additional units as it has targeted emission-free transport by 2035.
Mercedes-Benz unveils reECONIC with recycled materials
Mercedes‑Benz has presented the reECONIC, an electric waste‑collection concept that has demonstrated approximately 80% recycled, natural or bio‑based material use across its body and components, excluding the powertrain, and has scheduled real‑world testing for H2 2026.
Winning Group to deploy 30 electric trucks with ARENA support
Winning Group has secured a partnership with Zenobē and ARENA funding and has committed to deploy 30 electric trucks across Sydney and Melbourne under a service-based model, combining vehicles, charging infrastructure and operational support.
Hendrickson launches ELECTRAAX integrated e-axle
Hendrickson has launched ELECTRAAX, an integrated electric drive axle co-developed with Driventic for Class 6-7 buses and trucks. The system has combined axle, single-speed gearbox, motor and inverter and has been internally rated at up to 94% efficiency.
Volvo unveils electric trucks with up to 700 km range
Volvo has unveiled FH Aero and next‑generation FH, FM and FMX electric trucks with ranges up to 700 km, multiple PTO configurations and fast charging, has confirmed GCWs up to 65 tonnes and roll‑out has been scheduled from 2026.
ETA Green Power launches integrated ETA-MODEL 20 powertrain
ETA Green Power has launched a 13.5 kg integrated motor, controller and charger for 300–2,500 kg vehicles, has reported 92% peak efficiency, an IP67 rating, reduced weight and cost, and has said it avoids certain heavy rare earths.
Volvo unveils FH Aero Electric with 700km range
Volvo Trucks has unveiled the FH Aero Electric and next-generation FH, FM and FMX Electric models, which have been presented with ranges of up to 700km and 470km and have been scheduled for a stepped market rollout.
VEV installs 5 MW HGV charging at three UK depots
VEV has completed 5 MW DC charging across three Maritime Transport depots, has installed 18 chargers (100–400 kW) for up to 36 simultaneous charges and has integrated its VEV IQ platform to support a wider electrification programme under ZEHID.
Volvo CE begins production of A30 and A40 Electric haulers
Volvo Construction Equipment has commenced serial production of A30 Electric and A40 Electric haulers at Braås, Sweden, offering 29‑tonne and 39‑tonne payloads and up to six hours' operation per charge; initial deliveries have been scheduled to the UK and Norway.
Wilton to host Australia's largest electric truck depot
New Energy Transport has secured federal backing and has planned a Wilton depot to charge up to 50 heavy electric trucks, anchor electrified freight corridors and expand nationally, has received regulatory and financing assistance via the Investor Front Door program.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks opens orders for eArocs 400
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has opened orders for the battery-electric eArocs 400 in 13 EU markets and has outlined production and technical details, including 414 kWh battery capacity, 800-volt architecture, up to 400 kW charging and planned 2026 production.
Federal funding for three Melbourne electric truck hubs
ARENA has committed A$25.3m to a A$61m NewVolt project to establish three high‑power charging hubs in Melbourne, delivering 24 fast‑charging bays and capacity for up to 100 heavy and medium electric trucks.
Australian trucking sector seeks faster electrification
Rising diesel costs have increased uncertainty and have prompted Australian trucking firms and industry groups to urge accelerated electrification, calling for government investment in charging infrastructure, subsidies and retrofit support after trials have shown competitive range and cost savings.
First all-electric intercity delivery completed in Australia
Australia has completed its first intercity all-electric freight delivery, and operators have reported 85% lower energy costs and faster transit times; stakeholders have urged investment in charging infrastructure and incentives to enable wider adoption.
Euler Motors raises ₹437.5 crore Series E funding
Euler Motors has raised ₹437.5 crore in Series E equity, has secured ₹250 crore of debt financing, and has outlined plans to expand manufacturing, sales and service networks and broaden its electric commercial vehicle portfolio.
Harbinger launches HC Series Cab electric/hybrid truck
Harbinger has unveiled the HC Series Cab, a medium‑duty low‑cab‑forward chassis offered as electric or plug‑in hybrid, with 26,000 lb GVWR, integrated electric architecture, up to 500‑mile hybrid range and an optional 15 kW inverter.
ZF secures Indian multi-year order for AxTrax 2 LF
ZF has secured a multi-year order from an Indian OEM for several thousand AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axles, and has scheduled first deliveries for 2026, and has earmarked units for domestic sales and global exports.
Kempower hosts MCS winter trials for heavy trucks
Kempower has hosted three commercial vehicle manufacturers to test its megawatt charging system in sub‑zero Sweden and has demonstrated charging up to 1.2 MW at a depot with a 2.4 MW grid connection and 2.4 MWh of storage.
VE Motion launches powered trailer for heavy trucks
VE Motion has launched a South Australian‑designed powered trailer system and has offered it as a modular kit; the company has claimed it can cut diesel consumption by up to 50% and has priced base kits below $200,000.
Hugelshofer, Renault Trucks show electric HGV viability
Swiss haulier Hugelshofer has demonstrated that Renault Trucks E-Tech T vehicles have covered over 1,000 km in 24 hours by integrating route planning, double-crew operation and depot fast-charging, and have reduced operating costs while benefiting from supportive Swiss policy.
Mercedes‑Benz tests Megawatt Charging System on eActros
Mercedes‑Benz Trucks conducted a 2,400 km test of the Megawatt Charging System with eActros 600 vehicles across northern Europe to assess interoperability, charging performance and thermal management.
DAF introduces XG and XG+ electric trucks
DAF launches XG and XG+ Electric with Paccar motors (270–350kW), modular LFP battery packs providing over 500km range and up to 1,000km daily operation; batteries carry an eight-year warranty.
Tata Motors CV unit acquires 26% stake in Chennai EV firm
Tata Motors’ CV subsidiary acquired a 26% stake in Traveltime E-Mobility Chennai for about ₹351,350, aligning the group with Chennai electric-bus operations; closing expected by 31 January 2026.
CATL and SAIC partner on commercial battery-swapping system
CATL and SAIC formed a strategic partnership to develop an integrated vehicle, battery, station and cloud battery-swapping ecosystem, pursue joint R&D, pilot three-minute swaps and expand networks globally.
CATL subsidiary opens 1,250 km heavy-truck battery swap route
Qiji Energy launched a 1,250 km heavy‑duty battery swap route with modular 171 kWh packs, five‑minute swaps, cloud reservations and plans for a 180,000 km national network.
Evera to expand to 4,500-vehicle EV fleet
Evera plans to grow its all-electric ride-hailing fleet from about 500 to 4,500 vehicles by June 2026, supported by a USD 2m investment and sourced vehicles via structured leases.
Shift to 800V Architectures in Electric Vehicles
Vehicle manufacturers are adopting 800V EV platforms for faster charging, improved efficiency and reduced wiring; adoption requires power electronics and charger solutions for compatibility with 400V infrastructure.
Peterbilt and Kenworth add medium-duty electric trucks
Peterbilt and Kenworth expanded medium‑duty battery‑electric truck ranges and charging solutions, offering scalable powertrains, LFP batteries and PACCAR Parts‑supported infrastructure services for regional and vocational applications.
Kenworth launches medium-duty battery-electric truck range
Kenworth has introduced medium-duty battery-electric models T280E, T380E and T480E for Class 6–8 applications; production starts 2026 and orders are open in the US and Canada.
Toll adds Volvo FE Electric truck for LPG deliveries
Toll Group has deployed a Volvo FE Electric rigid truck for Origin Energy LPG deliveries, part of a A$67 million co-funded investment in battery electric heavy vehicles and charging infrastructure.
Renault Trucks launches E-Tech D12 and D14 urban EVs
Renault Trucks has added the E-Tech D12 and D14 electric medium-duty trucks for urban distribution, offering up to 220 km range, LFP 176 kWh batteries and payloads of 5.6-6.7 tonnes.
Karlsruhe agency deploys 18 Mercedes-Benz eEconic trucks
Team Sauberes Karlsruhe added seven Mercedes‑Benz eEconic electric collection vehicles and ordered 11 more, with decentralised charging and fleet electrification planned for completion by 2035.
Blue Energy Motors to open India battery-pack line
Blue Energy Motors will commission an in-country battery-pack line to lift localisation to around 95% within 12–14 months, roll out swap and charging infrastructure and scale a ~2,000-vehicle fleet.
London Fire Brigade introduces electric training fleet
London Fire Brigade deployed eight Volvo XC40s and two Renault Trucks E-Tech D lorries for driver training and logistics, replacing diesel and petrol vehicles to support decarbonisation commitments.
DHL targets 66% electric fleet by 2030
DHL plans to increase electric vehicles from 41% to 66% of its fleet by 2030 while investing in renewable energy, sustainable aviation fuels and electrification infrastructure globally.
Amazon Begins UK Rollout of 160 Electric Heavy Goods Vehicles
Amazon initiates deployment of 160 electric heavy trucks and over 800 electric vans in the UK, enhancing its logistics with fast charging infrastructure to support sustainable transportation.
Renault Trucks offers electric solutions for construction
Renault Trucks demonstrated 100% electric trucks and support services for construction at E-Construction Days, highlighting vehicle range, charging solutions and partner ecosystem for decarbonisation and operational continuity.
New Energy Transport Secures Australia’s Largest Electric Truck Depot
New Energy Transport has secured a site for Australia’s largest heavy electric truck depot near Sydney, aiming to operate over 200 electric trucks across major cities by 2031.
Australia Post Trials Mercedes-Benz Heavy-Duty Electric Truck
Australia Post introduces a Mercedes-Benz eActros electric truck in Melbourne to evaluate heavy-duty electric vehicle integration, alongside deploying electric vans and renewable diesel across its fleet.
CATL and EACON Deploy Over 2,000 Electric Autonomous Mining Trucks
CATL and EACON have partnered to accelerate the deployment of electric autonomous mining trucks, with over 2,000 units operating since September 2025, enhancing sustainable industrial haulage.
Blue Energy Motors Launches Heavy-Duty Electric Truck in India
Blue Energy Motors introduced a 55-tonne battery-swap electric truck alongside Maharashtra's first electric corridor, supported by a ₹3,500 crore investment for expanded manufacturing capacity.
