New round-the-clock operations more than double truck utilisation and open the door to cross-state corridors.

Expanded collaboration includes shared data and scaled production of Aeva’s 4D LiDAR sensors, supporting real-world deployment in the US.

This is in line with a state mandate: “all new school bus purchases must be zero-emission by 2027, and by 2035, every bus on the road must be electric”.

The new production line, expected to become operational by the fourth quarter of this year, is being built mainly in response to the recent hikes in US import tariffs.

The new firm order for 97 45-foot ‘D45 CRT’ commuter coaches makes use of the additional options granted in the original contract.

The company reportedly acquired 113 fuel cell trucks along with spare parts, proprietary software, and intellectual property sold in a bankruptcy auction for an undisclosed amount.

The ‘625 Hybrid’ (single-temp) and ‘655MT Hybrid’ (multi-temp) units now come with the microchannel condenser and radiator as standard components.

For an undisclosed sum, Lyten will acquire three sites from the bankrupt Northvolt concern: ‘Northvolt Ett’ in Skellefteå, ‘Northvolt Labs’ in Västeras (both in Sweden), and ‘Northvolt Drei’ in Germany.

The new generation will support the vehicle’s safety functions, namely its blind spot and moving-off information systems, which are required in commercial vehicles subject to the EU General Safety Regulation.

The company says it has developed new assembly procedures for the Pioneer’s distinctive features, including its grille, headlamp defrost system, and advanced digital systems, including the ‘MackProtect’ ADAS suite.

Plus says it will investigate how data from Goodyear’s “intelligent” tyre technology suite, ‘SightLine’, can enhance its ‘SuperDrive’ autonomous system.

In the past month, Mullen changed its name to “Bollinger Innovations Inc” and carried out measures to consolidate its operations and improve its financial standing.