The retrofitted fuel-cell electric bus is currently operating in a ten-week test and demonstration programme in two locations in England, as part of a project supported by UK Research and Innovation.

ZF PowerLine transmission is being homologated for series production in Brazil, announces ZF do Brasil

InoBat Auto, based in Bratislava, Slovakia, has announced it plans on building a battery R&D and production facility in Indiana, USA. The plan is supported by one of InoBat’s investors, Ideanomics, as well as the State of Indiana.

The new site, in Wilstead Industrial Park in the new town of Wixams, will become the new home of Volvo Truck and Bus Centre South & East, which is the largest dealer group within the Volvo Group UK & Ireland network.

The Neu-Ulm plant belonging to Stuttgart-based Daimler Truck AG has started series production of the Setra brand’s Next-gen ComfortClass and TopClass 500 interurban and coach models.

Van Hool used Euro Mobility Expo in Paris, France in June (7-9) to introduce the first edition of a completely new range of 100% zero emission buses onto the European and world markets. Available in four different lengths and equipped with a choice of zero emission powertrains of battery-electric, fuel cell (hydrogen) and trolley.

Larbert, Scotland-based Alexander Dennis Ltd has announced a new visual identity for its Alexander Dennis and Plaxton brands. AD24 is the new name for the manufacturer’s aftermarket support, including spare parts, field service, call centres, workshops, and training.

Bratislava-based InoBat Auto states that it has reached a key milestone in the battery recycling process. With help from its recycling partners, the company says it has used cell optimisation and design mechanisms to prove that recovered active cathode material from end-of-life batteries can be used in the production of new ones. InoBat adds that the batteries produced from recycled materials perform in line with new products made from virgin material.

Trident House underlines our commitment to the UK market and to the recruitment and retention of the essential highly skilled jobs that will underpin the transition to zero emission mobility.

The French tyre manufacturer has acquired complete ownership of joint-venture firm Royal Lestar Utama, launched in 2015 to develop sustainable production of natural rubber in Indonesia.

The SCT E-motor will allow for continuous high performance without overheating, making it especially suitable for electrifying heavy commercial vehicles and off-road and industrial equipment.

BYD Europe, the European subsidiary of Shenzhen, China-based BYD Auto Co Ltd has received its first order for an 18-metre articulated e-bus from the Iberian Peninsula.