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Scania and DHL Pioneer an Electric Truck with Extended Range Solution

Matthias Vogel 24.Feb 2025 No Comments

picture: DHL The shift to electric mobility is well underway, but while electric cars have become commonplace, heavy-duty electric trucks have lagged behind. The primary challenge has been the need…

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Redefining Long-Haul Trucking: The Shift Toward Regional and Alternative Powertrains

Matthias Vogel 11.Feb 2025 No Comments

picture: NACFE The trucking industry is undergoing a significant transformation as the traditional long-haul model evolves toward regional, return-to-base operations. The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) advocates redefining…

Commercial Vehicle Powertrains – Quo-Vadis?

Matthias Vogel 28.Jan 2025 No Comments

As the commercial vehicle industry undergoes a seismic shift toward sustainability, innovation and strategic foresight have never been more critical. In this exclusive interview, we speak with Daniel Rundgren, a…

CARB Halts Advanced Clean Fleets Bid Amid Shifting Federal Landscape

Matthias Vogel 22.Jan 2025 No Comments

In a significant policy shift, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has withdrawn its request for an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) waiver to enforce the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) regulation.…

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Season Greetings

Matthias Vogel 17.Dec 2024 No Comments

Dear friends, In the few months that have passed since Hybrid Alliance was founded, we have kick-started the activities in order to create value and benefit for our members and…

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Invisible Threats, Bold Actions: Europe’s Legislative Response to Ultrafine Particles (UFPs)

Matthias Vogel 25.Nov 2024 No Comments

Ultrafine particles (UFPs), so small they evade traditional air quality metrics, are becoming the center of global public health and environmental policy debates. These microscopic pollutants, linked to a spectrum…

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More global players into Hybrid transmission components: Magna Unveils Innovative Scalable ICE-to-Hybrid Transmission

Matthias Vogel 19.Nov 2024 No Comments

picture: Magna In a significant step toward advancing sustainable mobility, Magna has introduced a groundbreaking scalable transmission system designed to bridge the gap between traditional internal combustion engines (ICE) and…

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Driving Toward a Sustainable Future: Hybrid Alliance Partners with AIAG

Matthias Vogel 19.Nov 2024 No Comments

🌍 As part of our global networking initiative the Hybrid Alliance is excited to announce their reciprocal membership with the AIAG – Automotive Industry Action Group. In building up strong…

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🔋🌱 Hybrid Technology Success Stories: Balfour Beatty Validates the Effectiveness of Gradual Transition to Green Transport

Matthias Vogel 15.Nov 2024 No Comments

Picture: Balfour Beatty As Hybrid Alliance, we continuously monitor successful implementations of hybrid technologies. Today we’re sharing a significant case from construction giant Balfour Beatty that proves the validity of…

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Tatra Unveils First-Ever 8×8 Hybrid Truck: The Force e-Drive Takes Center Stage in Sustainable Off-Road Transport

Matthias Vogel 08.Nov 2024 No Comments

Picture: TATRA TRUCKS A.S. Tatra Trucks has introduced its first hybrid vehicle, the Force e-Drive 8×8, designed to reduce emissions while maintaining robust off-road capabilities. Debuting at the E-Salon in…

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Hybrid Power Steps Up: Heavy-Duty Vehicles Turn to Hybrid Solutions to Meet Europe’s Ambitious CO₂ Targets

Matthias Vogel 06.Nov 2024 No Comments

European CO₂ standards are pushing the heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) industry to accelerate its adoption of cleaner technologies. According to a new analysis by Cummins, hybrid systems could play a crucial…

CATL Unveils Revolutionary TECTRANS Battery System, Pushing the Boundaries of Electric Commercial Vehicles

Matthias Vogel 24.Oct 2024 No Comments

Picture: CATL At IAA Transportation 2024, CATL launched its TECTRANS battery system, a game-changer for the commercial vehicle sector. The TECTRANS system offers superior energy density, faster charging, and extended…

Foton and ZF Partner to Bring Hybrid Drive Systems to China

Matthias Vogel 16.Oct 2024 No Comments

September 16, 2024 – At the IAA Transportation 2024 event in Hannover, Foton Motor and ZF announced a strategic partnership to introduce advanced hybrid drive systems to the Chinese commercial…

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Cummins Unveils Game-Changing Diesel-Hybrid Powertrain at IAA 2024: A Key Solution for Emission Challenges

Matthias Vogel 08.Oct 2024 No Comments

At the IAA Transportation 2024 event, Cummins Inc. unveiled a new integrated drivetrain concept, highlighting its diesel-hybrid technology as part of a flexible, multi-solution approach to sustainable transportation. Cummins’ diesel-hybrid…

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Plug-In Hybrid – an Advantage?

Matthias Vogel 30.Sep 2024 No Comments

Abstract: In the quest for more sustainable and cost-effective heavy-duty transportation, plug-in hybrid trucks have emerged as a compelling solution – is it realy one? This article explores the advantages…

Shell Starship Initiative – accelerating towards a lower carbon future

Matthias Vogel 27.Sep 2024 No Comments

For the first time, Shell is showcasing its pioneering Starship initiative alongside the cutting-edge Starship 3.0 Hybrid concept vehicle in Europe. This innovative project, born from the collaboration between Chinese…

Brudeli Powerhybrid Transmission Deputs in EU at IAA Transportation 2024

Matthias Vogel 24.Sep 2024 No Comments

The Norwegian Startup and founding member of the Hybrid Alliance Brudeli Green Mobility AS presented, following the ACTExpo in US earlier this year, 1st time their ground breaking Brudeli Powerhybrid…

New Hybrid Transmission from ZF-Group

Matthias Vogel 20.Sep 2024 No Comments

ZF announced at the IAA Transportation Show in Hannover, Germany, the launch of a new TraXon 2 hybrid transmission. This transmission is designed to enable electric driving functions for both…

Hybrid Technology Powers the Future of Off-Highway Vehicles with Performance and Sustainability

Matthias Vogel 13.Sep 2024 No Comments

sea.org recently posted a intressting article about Off-highway hybrid technology is gaining momentum, offering a balance between increased performance and reduced emissions. John Deere’s 944 X-Tier hybrid electric loader exemplifies…

Navigating the Future: Upcoming Regulations Will Transform Heavy-Duty Trucking – Part 2: US Regulations

Matthias Vogel 10.Sep 2024 No Comments

US Regulations: Paving the Way to Zero Emissions EPA Phase 3 and California’s ACT and ACF Regulations Across the Atlantic, the United States is also ramping up efforts to decarbonize…

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