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The article offers update on the current condition of the two DAF CF Electric FT 4x2 tractor units purchased by Freight Systems Express Wales (FSEW) in 2021. It attributes the FSEW's decision to buy electric tractors to the problems with gas-powered trucks such as fuel gauge. It informs the investment made by FSEW in a 200 kW battery charger that is capable of charging four trucks at once as the company aims to be diesel-free by the end of 2024.

The article discusses Relode's initiative to transform electric truck charging in the Great Britain by establishing 15 gigawatt-scale Power Parks that address the high costs of grid connections for operators.

The article highlights DFDS's plans to expand its electric truck fleet in the Great Britain, covering the introduction of 10 Volvo electric models, its efforts to overcome charging infrastructure challenges, and its goal to electrify 25% of its fleet by 2030.

The article focuses on a tipper bodies manufacturer Thompsons (UK) expanding their production capacity by investing in a new factory in Dunfermline, Scotland. Topics discussed include their partnership with Concrete Industry Federation of Italy (CIFA), the addition of mobile chargers to their inventory, and their strong market shares in the steel and aluminum tipper sectors in Scotland.

The article discusses the Fox Brothers, a family-run haulage and plant-hire firm, which made headlines in the United Kingdom (UK) after it put two Volvo FE Electric 6x2 tippers on the road in mid-2022. Paul Fox, the company's chief executive officer (CEO), thought the trucks wouldn't pose too many difficulties, but the experience has been a steep learning curve, particularly when it comes to the trucks' maximum range, up-front cost, and charging.

The article highlights that the MAN eTGX, launched internationally at the IAA Transportation Show in 2022, is now in production and available to customers in the United Kingdom, receiving 700 orders within the first three months of order books opening.

Take French car brands Peugeot (which sells the e-208, e-2008 and e-Rifter in the UK), Renault (Megane E-Tech and Zoe) and Citroen (E-Berlingo, E-C4 and E-Spacetourer). In July, EVs accounted for 16% of new-car sales in the UK, which has a catalog with 40% more choices than the 50 electric cars and trucks available in the US. (Bloomberg) -- In the evolution of the electric vehicle, the United Kingdom is like the Galapagos. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on Logistics UK launching two electric truck maintenance training programmes in collaboration with SMB College and Bristol College to help logistics firms upskill their mechanics in electric vehicle maintenance.

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The article informs that electric truck manufacturer Volta Trucks has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden and is about to file for administration in England, after its production targets were hit by the demise of its battery supplier Proterra, that hampered its ability to raise funds.

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Tesla's Cybertruck is now available in the UK, but in kit form. Mega Construx has created a large recreation of the Cybertruck, measuring around 50cm long. The kit features adjustable-height suspension, a roller shutter tonneau, and the option to use 'broken glass' windows to replicate the incident at the real truck's launch. However, the build process can be challenging, with many black or dark grey parts that are difficult to distinguish and require force to click together. While visually impressive, the finished truck easily comes apart when handled. [Extracted from the article]

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PHOTO (COLOR): CAREER GUIDE: New Career Guide as as SMMT flags up UK skills gap HALF (49%) of UK automotive companies are concerned about skills shortages in key roles, according to the latest survey by the Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). [Extracted from the article]

Arrival will supply the emission-free vehicles starting this year in a deal that could be worth $400 million. UPS is also investing in the U.K. startup. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The UK-India trade and investment relationship is currently worth around £24 billion and supports more than half a million jobs across the UK. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has made a two-day visit to India in the hopes of clenching a free trade agreement (FTA) with India worth £28 billion. The PM is expected to announce a raft of commercial agreements and "hail a new era" in the UK and India's trade, investment and technology partnership. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides information on an electric 3.5-ton LDV EV80 tipper truck from HRVS Group featured at the Tip-ex 2018 trade show in Harrogate, England.

The article reports regarding the campaign from the Freight Electric Vehicles in Urban Europe (Frevue) project which aims to promote the efficiency of electric van and truck for freight operators and the plan of the Transport for London (TfL) to make Oxford Street more safe.

The article discusses the plan of truck operators to consider gas-powered and electric vehicles for trucking to avoid Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charges and concerns of availability of infrastructure and lower residual values, and views of Manheim's director James Davies on the same.