Global energy ,Automotive News Roundup and Analysis
London, December 17, 2024 (Oilandgaspress) –- lanway Logística, a logistics provider based in Orense, Spain, added 22 FUSO eCanter to its fleet: All vehicles are operating from now on as part of the distribution fleet of Correos, the postal service provider of Spain.
The battery-electric 8.55 t light-duty trucks with a 4,450 mm wheelbase come with a 129 kW electric motor and the L-size battery pack with a range of up to 200 km with one battery charge.
The vehicle combines compact dimensions and great maneuverability with a high load volume, which makes it the ideal vehicle for inner-city distribution and postal deliveries in urban areas.
“The fact that Planway Logistika, another major logistics company, has opted for the Next Generation eCanter shows once again that the all-electric light-duty truck is ideal for inner-city distribution traffic.”, summarizes Florian Schulz, Head of Sales, Marketing & Customer Services FUSO Europe. “By ordering 22 units, the customer is also underlining his commitment to electrify his last-mile transports. The eCanter’s charging flexibility as well as its comparatively high payload and the load volume of 15 euro-pallets makes this transition quite easy.” Read More
KBR announced it has been awarded an estimated $88M task order contract under the Department of Defense Information Analysis Center’s (DoD IAC) multiple-award contract (MAC) vehicle. These DoD IAC MAC task orders are awarded by the U.S. Air Force’s 774 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron to develop and create new knowledge for the enhancement of the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) repository and the research and development and science and technology community. The work, primarily located at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, will take place over a period of five years.
Under the terms of the contract, KBR will promote rapid prototyping of new technologies into unmanned aviation platforms and systems, demonstrating these new technologies in representative and realistic environments, and integrating new technologies into existing platforms. KBR will mature designs into producible and sustainable products.
“This recompete win demonstrates that KBR is entrusted to deliver high-end capabilities while implementing complex systems of systems integrations,” said Byron Bright, President of Government Solutions U.S. “This task order epitomizes KBR’s ability to grow work with current customers and increase value.” Over the past 15 years, KBR has maintained a presence in every fielded and developmental unmanned system at all four UAS program offices. The team has supported multiple platforms including Expeditionary Tactical UAS (ExTUAS), MQ-4C Triton, MQ-9A Reaper and MQ‑25A Stingray. . Read More
Tata Motors announced that it has won an order of 1,297 bus chassis from Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC). This marks the third order for Tata Motors from UPSRTC in a year, with a cumulative order size of over 3,500 units. The order for LPO 1618 chassis was won through a competitive e-bidding process and the bus chassis will be delivered in a phased manner under mutually agreed terms.
The Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis is developed specifically for intercity and long-distance travel. These chassis are known for their superior performance, passenger comfort and low total cost of ownership (TCO).
Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Anand S, Vice President and Head – Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business, Tata Motors, said, “We thank the Uttar Pradesh Government and UPSRTC for giving us the opportunity to supply a modern fleet of bus chassis. This order is a powerful validation of our commitment to delivering class-leading mobility solutions. Our consistent performance and ability to meet UPSRTC’s evolving transportation needs demonstrate our technological prowess and reliability in the public transport ecosystem. We look forward to commencing supplies as per the guidance of UPSRTC.” Building on successful order wins of 1,350 units in December 2023 and 1,000 units in October 2024, this latest order reinforces Tata Motors’ position as a preferred mobility solutions provider for various STUs and fleet owners. The company’s mass-mobility offerings are integral to the country’s public transportation networks, connecting urban and rural landscapes across India and facilitating seamless mobility for millions of citizens.. Read More
Bentley Home is announcing further expansion with two new stores opening in Riyadh and Jeddah. The new stores will showcase the latest collections alongside classics that celebrate the form and function of the luxury car marque. These additions bring the total number of Bentley Home flagship stores worldwide to five, further cementing its presence as a leader in luxury home furnishings.
Both stores are housed within Dar Al Arkan Interiors, Saudi Arabia’s premier luxury furniture destination. The Riyadh store is located on the iconic Tahliya Street, while the Jeddah store occupies a prime position on King Abdul Aziz Road in the upscale Ash Shati district. The Bentley Home team has designed these exclusive drive-up locations, reflecting the brand’s signature blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and elegance.
Celebrating 11 years of exceptional design, Bentley Home uses the finest materials and finishes with world-renowned design expertise. Designed, manufactured, and distributed by Luxury Living Group, Bentley Home now boasts flagship locations in Milan, Jeddah, Dubai, and Riyadh (with two stores), alongside presence in seven Luxury Living stores across major cities including New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and Paris.
The new Saudi stores will offer an exclusive selection of Bentley Home’s most celebrated pieces, blending iconic classics with fresh designs from the 2024 collection, recently unveiled at Milan Design Week. Read More
Mercedes-Benz has updated its conditionally automated driving system DRIVE PILOT and has now received the approval by the German Federal Motor Transport Authority. With this milestone all is set for the upcoming sales release in early 2025 in Germany. This update makes DRIVE PILOT the fastest certified system for conditionally automated driving (SAE‑Level 3[1]) in a standard production vehicle. It’s optionally available on two luxury saloon car ranges – S-Class and EQS. The price of DRIVE PILOT remains unchanged (starting at 5,950 euros incl. VAT). Cars with DRIVE PILOT, that have been already built, get the update for free – either via the internet (Over-the-Air-Update) or during a visit at the workshop. There is no need to change any vehicle components for the software update..The development at Mercedes‑Benz goes on with the goal to offer customers even more: higher speeds, longer driving times without intervention by the driver and even more comfort and safety. Road traffic will get safer the more automated driving vehicles populate the roads. Currently, the legally allowed top speed for conditionally automated driving in Germany is 130 km/h. Mercedes‑Benz wants to achieve this speed range by the end of this decade. Read More
More than five decades ago, Porsche tested the exhaust turbocharger in motorsport. Shortly afterwards, the turbocharger was introduced into series production. 17 of the 19 overall Porsche victories at Le Mans were won with turbocharged engines. In 2024, the company celebrated ‘50 years of Porsche Turbo’ in series production and dedicated four episodes of the ‘Porsche Heritage Moments’ series to this topic.. Read More
The all-new Opel Grandland and Opel Frontera SUVs both celebrated their world premieres. The new top-of-the-line Grandland SUV immediately won the ‘Golden Steering Wheel 2024’1. In addition, the Opel Corsa continues to be a perennial bestseller. Elsewhere, the world’s first fully electric one-make cup, the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup, successfully completed its fourth season and continues to excite.
And the trio of light commercial vehicles Combo, Vivaro and Movano are also well-positioned for the future. The new editions of all three models have also been available to customers as battery-electric versions since this year. The largest member of the trio made its first appearance at the IAA Transportation in Hanover as the innovative hydrogen fuel cell transporter Movano HYDROGEN. It will be officially launched next year – just like the next generation of the Vivaro HYDROGEN. Read More
With the Met Office’s long-term forecast projecting potential snow and low temperatures over the Christmas period across much of England, electric car owners will need to take extra care. Auto Trader’s Editorial Director Erin Baker shared some tips with the Daily Express on how to minimise this loss of range during colder weather. As manufacturers and drivers worldwide navigate the shift to electric vehicles, learning to adapt to different conditions is key.
To maximise your electric car’s mileage, Erin suggests: “Keep your electric car in a garage or enclosed parking space, or even just under a cover, as this can help keep the car and its battery warmer. The warmer it is, the more likely it is to hold its charge.” She also advises preheating the car and its battery, and adopting efficient driving techniques such as slower speeds and avoiding hard braking or acceleration. Read More
Following the devastating passage of Cyclone Chido in Mayotte, TotalEnergies is mobilizing to continue to ensure the archipelago’s supply of fuel and is providing its support, in cooperation with government services and local stakeholders, to contribute to emergency aid for the many people affected by this disaster.
On the one hand, as an energy player in Mayotte, TotalEnergies is deploying all the means at its disposal to ensure the supply of fuel to the archipelago . Its teams are focusing in particular on supplying fuel to essential infrastructure such as the hospital, emergency services, the Airport and power plants. Furthermore, TotalEnergies has already reopened its Longoni and Airport oil depots as well as 2 service stations (one in Grande-Terre, the other in Petite-Terre), which are made available to deliver emergency services as a priority in order to guarantee their best possible operation.
In addition, the TotalEnergies Foundation is mobilizing the sum of 5 million euros for emergency actions and the reconstruction of installations , in conjunction with public authorities. An initial donation of one million euros will be allocated immediately to the Civil Protection, which is currently providing a large part of the emergency aid deployed in Mayotte. This donation will make it possible to organize an initial intervention mission with volunteer heavy goods vehicle drivers, specialists in clearing disaster areas, as well as doctors and nurses. It will also include sending 3 tons of medical equipment and essential equipment to the field, such as camp beds and tools to help repair roads.
Faced with this national tragedy, the Company reaffirms its solidarity with all the inhabitants of Mayotte and salutes the commitment of its local teams who are working to deal with this dramatic situation. Read More
NLR and zepp join forces for liquid hydrogen-powered flight
The Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) is taking a major step towards flying on liquid hydrogen, a promising development to make aviation more sustainable. To make this possible, the research institute has signed an agreement with zepp.solutions, a leading Dutch hydrogen fuel cell systems provider, to develop a fuel cell system. This collaboration is a key pillar in NLR’s ambition to conduct a demo flight in 2026.
To enable this manned flight on liquid hydrogen in 2026, NLR will equip its electric-powered research aircraft, the Pipistrel Velis Electro, with a hydrogen powertrain. A crucial element is the fuel cell system, which Zepp.solutions will develop in close cooperation with the research institute.
Joint focus
This agreement is a major contribution to NLR’s ‘Climate Neutral Aviation’ programme, which focuses on the development of innovative and sustainable technologies with the aim of making aviation climate-neutral by 2050 at the latest.
The new collaboration between NLR and Zepp expresses a joint focus to take concrete steps towards sustainable aviation within the Dutch ecosystem. In doing so, Zepp has the ambition to develop fuel cell systems for aviation and can make a clear contribution with this collaboration. As a launching customer in this sector, NLR offers Zepp the opportunity to demonstrate and further develop its technology in the aviation sector. The system that Zepp will develop will be integrated into the Pipistrel. This small electrically powered aircraft offers NLR the opportunity to demonstrate innovative technologies.
Demo flight
Arjen Kloosterman, NLR project leader: “‘NLR aims to use this project to gain knowledge and experience in the development and integration of hydrogen components and powertrains for manned aviation. Besides physical integration, the biggest challenges are the airworthiness and safety aspects associated with introducing hydrogen onboard an aircraft. The entire trajectory up to the demo flight in 2026 provides us with valuable knowledge and insights for hydrogen technology integration and is thus a prelude to further developments and implementation of this technology in the aviation sector. The collaboration with Zepp is an essential step for us and will significantly contribute to NLR’s Climate Neutral Aviation programme.”
Jan Bot, co-founder of zepp.solutions, concurs. “Our fuel cell technology has already proven itself in various sectors. We bring a lot of knowledge and experience when it comes to developing efficient and compact fuel cell systems. However, aviation offers completely different challenges. This cooperation, and to be able to learn from each other in this way, is therefore incredibly valuable. In developing the hydrogen system for the Pipistrel, together with NLR, we will not only demonstrate the potential of hydrogen in aviation but also learn lessons that can be of great value to this sector.” Read More
From Switzerland comes a new technology that aims to decarbonize the transportation methods we use right now.
Through a thermochemical process driven 100% by solar power, the energy startup Synhelion can synthesize gasoline, diesel, kerosene, or any other fossil fuel currently in use.
Their colloquially termed ‘solar fuels’ are carbon neutral, as they emit only as much CO2 as was used in their production, compared to fossil fuels that come from deep underground and add to the global carbon cycle.
The technology that powers the DAWN solar fuel plant pictured above relies on concentrated solar radiation reflected from a bank of mirrors into a receiver that creates temperatures as high as 1,500C°. This not only powers the production of fuels through synthesizing H20 and CO2, but also is fed into a storage system that powers the production after dark. Read More
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