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MAN will build the biggest public charging network for heavy commercial vehicles in the nation to date, with 400 charging stations across 170 locations spanning Europe.
Volvo is reducing the carbon footprint of its huge electrified vehicles and the factories and dealerships that make and sell them. In just 18 months, Volvo Trucks finished the second significant renovation at one of its fully-owned dealerships in London. A strategy to completely eliminate the CO2 emissions produced onsite was essential to a recent £3 million renovation project. This involved replacing the gas-powered heating system with electrically operated air-source heat pumps, and installing solar panels to supply a significant amount of the site’s electricity needs.
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Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
MAN is working with partners to accelerate the development of the charging infrastructure
“The charging infrastructure for battery-electric trucks is of crucial importance for the success of the powertrain transformation in freight transport,” says Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus. “MAN is presenting CO2-free trucks with an extensive application portfolio at the IAA Transportation. In order for our customers to be able to use them for their business, they need charging facilities that are publicly accessible and also available at depots, loading and unloading points or depots. MAN is making a variety of efforts to rapidly advance the necessary development of charging parks and charging stations.”
“The most recent example is MAN’s cooperation with E.ON and its subsidiary E.ON Drive Infrastructure. Together, the two companies are taking the expansion of the charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles in Germany and Europe a decisive step forward. As part of their cooperation, the energy group and the commercial vehicle manufacturer will set up around 170 locations with around 400 charging points for the public charging of electric trucks across Europe. E.ON and MAN are investing in the new charging locations, which are being built along the existing MAN service network and at which commercial vehicles from other manufacturers can also charge publicly. Around 125 locations are planned in Germany alone. This will create the largest nationwide public charging network for heavy commercial vehicles in the country to date. E.ON and MAN are also setting up further locations in Austria, the UK, Denmark, Italy, Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary.”
Shell opens its first charging station for electric trucks in UK
“It features a 400kWh fast charging station, with two connectors, powered using 100 per cent renewable electricity, and which enables two vehicles to charge at once.”
Electric Cars & Vehicles
“Production of the new CUPRA Terramar begins at the Audi plant in Györ
- The CUPRA Terramar, the brand’s new sporty SUV, moves CUPRA upmarket into the fastest growing segment in Europe
- Production is taking place at the Audi factory in Györ, Hungary, the largest engine plant in the world, and will be hitting the streets at the beginning of November
- Producing the CUPRA Terramar at the Audi plant leverages resources and expertise from both brands, optimising the manufacturing process
- Part of CUPRA’s biggest product offensive to date, the CUPRA Terramar premiered earlier this month at the America’s Cup in Barcelona “
VinFast reports unaudited second quarter 2024 financial results
“VinFast Auto Ltd. (‘VinFast’ or the ‘Company’) (Nasdaq: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, and Vietnam’s only pure-play electric vehicle manufacturer, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.
- VinFast delivered 13,172 EVs in Q2, up by 44% QoQ and 43% YoY, bringing its delivery total for the first half of 2024 to 22,348 vehicles, a 101% increase compared to the same period last year.
- The Company recorded $357 million in revenue for Q2, up by 33% QoQ and 9% YoY.
- Vietnam, where momentum is accelerating, will play a key role in driving VinFast’s revenue in the remainder of 2024. […]
“VinFast EV Deliveries Rose 44% QoQ and Revenue Grew 33% QoQ
“During the quarter, VinFast delivered 13,172 vehicles, a 44% increase compared to the previous quarter and a 43% increase year-over-year. This brings total deliveries for the first half of 2024 to 22,348 vehicles, representing a 101% increase compared to the same period last year.
“One of the key drivers behind this growth was the increasing adoption of electric vehicles in the Vietnamese market, where VinFast recorded a 108% year-over-year increase in B2C deliveries in Q2.
“VinFast reported $357 million in revenue in Q2, up by 9% year-over-year and by 33% quarter-over-quarter.
“The Company’s gross loss for Q2 was ($224) million, equivalent to a gross margin of (62.7%). This was primarily due to an impairment charge on Net Residual Value (NRV) of $104 million, compared to $5 million in Q1.”
“The VF 5 model has been instrumental in driving the Company’s strong sales performance, securing the VF 5’s position as a domestic leader in its segment. Additionally, the Company began delivering its highly anticipated VF 3, VinFast’s mini electric SUV, in the third quarter of 2024. North America In the second quarter of 2024, VinFast continued to build its foundation in the U.S. by introducing its products and strategies to key dealerships. To bolster brand awareness, VinFast expanded customer outreach through its dealer network and established a Dealer Advisory Council to gain valuable insights. As of the second quarter, VinFast now operates in eight states, California, Connecticut, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, North Carolina, New York, and Texas, with a combined network of dealer stores and VinFast-owned showrooms. Courtesy of VinFast Learn more at www.vinfastauto.us”
Five new Volvo FE Electrics hit the roads for Kirkby Skips Ltd
Batteries
BLM issues final analysis for proposed Rhyolite Ridge lithium mine in Nevada
“Project could produce enough lithium to supply nearly 370,000 electric vehicles per year.”
US agency review says Nevada lithium mine can co-exist with endangered flower
“This environmental analysis is the product of the hard work of experts from multiple agencies to ensure that we protect species as we provide critical minerals to the nation,” Bureau of Land Management Director Tracy Stone-Manning said in a statement Thursday.
“The agency’s final environmental impact statement is subject to a 30-day comment period. It’s likely to face legal challenges from environmentalists who say it clearly violates the Endangered Species Act and will cause the desert flower Tiehm’s buckwheat to go extinct at the only place it exists in the world near the California line halfway between Reno and Las Vegas.”
Call2Recycle Canada joins EUCOBAT as one of its first non-EU associated members
“Call2Recycle Canada, Inc., a leading battery collection and recycling organization, is proud to announce its membership in EUCOBAT, the European association of national collection schemes for batteries. Call2Recycle becomes the first North American and one of the first two non-EU Associate Members of EUCOBAT, alongside B-Cycle from Australia, further strengthening its global presence as a leader in battery stewardship.”
Battery recycling soars up in Canada with 50 million kg of batteries recycled through Call2Recycle
“Call2Recycle Canada, Canada’s leading battery collection and recycling organization, is thrilled to announce the achievement of 50 million kilograms of used batteries collected and recycled through its program since 1997 – the equivalent weight of 360 blue whales.”
Renewables
“EDF Renewables North America announced a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) for the Milligan 1 Wind project (Milligan 1). EDF Renewables developed Milligan 1 and is the owner/operator of the 300 megawatt (MW) project located in Nebraska. The project has been in operation since 2021.
“The agreement between EDF Renewables and OPPD represents a new partnership to provide reliable energy to the communities of Nebraska. John Shultzabarger, Senior Director of Power Marketing at EDF Renewables commented, “Collaborating with OPPD to support their ambitious goals for doubling generation capacity by 2030, and reaching net-zero carbon by 2050, is an exciting endeavor for us. Milligan 1 will enable OPPD to meet the rapidly increasing demand for electricity in their service area while strengthening their commitment to provide sustainable energy solutions for the customers they serve. We are thrilled to be part of this partnership and look forward to taking on more such initiatives in the future.”
Verogy announces completion of REIT rooftop solar systems at New England Tradeport in Windsor, CT
London North dealerpoint benefits from major £3m upgrade
Christian Coolsaet, Managing Director of Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland, says: “This significant investment directly supports our long-term strategy for London, ensuring Volvo Trucks is represented by a flagship facility best equipped to provide Genuine Volvo Service for both current and next generation vehicles. At the same time, we’ve dramatically improved the site’s environmental credentials with a focus on clean energy and zero waste to landfill. Despite being one of our largest UK dealerships, it’s now also one of our most sustainable.”
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