Traxen claims that its smart-adaptive cruise control for Class 8 trucks can reduce annual fuel consumption by 10%.

Hyliion Holdings Corp, an e-powertrain provider for Class 8 trucks based in Austin, Texas, has announced that Jeffrey “Jay” Craig will join its board of directors.

Daimler Truck North America LLC of Portland, Oregon, NextEra Energy Resources LLC of Juno Beach, Florida, and BlackRock Real Assets of New York, have signed a memorandum of understanding to initiate a joint venture for the design, development, installation, and operation of a nationwide charging network for medium and heavy-duty electric vehicles in the US.

BYD Inc, the US subsidiary of Shenzhen-based BYD Auto Co Ltd, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, has announced the launch of its Type A electric school bus for the North American market.

BorgWarner Inc, based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, has announced the completion of its previously announced takeover of German battery manufacturer AKASOL AG, headquartered in Darmstadt.

Cummins' acquisition of the drivetrain and brakes manufacturer will entrench its position as one of the major suppliers of components to the commercial vehicle industry.

Automated technology specialist ABB Ltd of Zürich, Switzerland, has announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in commercial EV charging firm InCharge Energy, based in Santa Monica, California, USA. The transaction builds on ABB’s initial investment as part of Series A venture capital funding in InCharge.

Plug Power will be working with Atlas Copco and Fives to liquefy and distribute 500 tons of hydrogen every day across the USA by 2025.

The largest order yet received for the LFSe+, 20 units will be delivered by Q4 2022 to Houston, Texas.

The package, offered through Mack Financial Services, will provide customers with a chassis, refuse body, and maintenance plan.

The IQAN-XC4 reportedly allows for simpler integration in mobile hydraulic applications such as refuse trucks and other specialty vehicles.

The TX-18 series, which reportedly provides improved driveability and efficiency, is designed to work exclusively with MX engines in heavy-duty Peterbilt trucks.