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Videosby Jim ParkMay 15, 2019

Focus On: Hyliion's Hybrid System On the Road [Video]

Hyliion's hybrid system adds an electric motor to the non-driven axle of a 6x2 setup. The system helps trucks in the least efficient situations, such as under acceleration and up hills. Equipment Editor Jim Park drove a loaded truck with Hyliion’s system and gives his initial thoughts on how it operates.

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ProductsMay 1, 2019

Reyco Granning Suspension Designed for Electric Vehicles

Reyco Granning Electric Vehicle Solutions’ 240AR-EV drive axle air suspension was designed specifically for the burgeoning commercial electric vehicle market.

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Articlesby Steven MartinezApril 26, 2019

Electric Trucks Take Center Stage in Alt-Fuel Discussion

For fleets, the availability and viability of electric trucks is still a mystery. Even for early adopters with an interest, the options are few and the realities are unknown.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2019

Allison Unveils E-Axle Propulsion for Heavy-Duty Trucks

Allison Transmission unveiled an electrified e-axle system for medium-and heavy-duty trucks, a fully integrated electric powertrain system being tested in a Peterbilt Model 579.

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Photo Galleriesby Jim ParkApril 19, 2019

Nikola Goes Off-Road and Off-Land with Motorsports Vehicles [Photos]

Nikola doesn't just make hydrogen and electric big trucks; the company is an up-and-coming player in the motorsports and off-road vehicle markets. On the same evening the company rolled out the Nikola Two, it also unveiled two off-road 4x4s and a watercraft.

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Newsby StaffApril 18, 2019

New Study to Examine EV Charging Stations Along I-5 Corridor

The West Coast Clean Transit Corridor Initiative is designed to determine how best to ensure that Interstate 5 is equipped with sufficient charging to support electric long-haul trucks.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2019

Meritor, Transpower Complete Electric Vehicle Demonstration Projects

Two electric vehicle demonstration projects were recently completed by TransPower, developing Class 8 trucks and yard tractors for real-world use through grant funding. Meritor is an investor in TransPower.

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsApril 8, 2019

Can Electric Trucks Ease the Technician Shortage?

Electric trucks have thousands fewer moving parts than vehicles with conventional powertrains. Does that mean near-future fleets could get by with fewer technicians? Senior Editor Jack Roberts takes a look in the Truck Tech blog.

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Newsby StaffApril 2, 2019

Meritor Invests in Electrification Technology Provider TransPower

Meritor has announced an additional strategic investment in TransPower, an electrification technologies provider for large commercial vehicles, to support future growth.

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Videosby David CullenMarch 28, 2019

On the Spot: FCCC's All-Electric Chassis [Video]

FCCC’s product manager for commercial trucks takes HDT on a tour of the technology behind the company's MT50e — a chassis newly configured with all-electric power.

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