All articles tagged with #heavy duty trucks
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Jalopnik
Despite the rise of electric trucks, diesel engines continue to dominate the heavy-duty truck market due to their superior power, durability, and efficiency, although they face environmental and cost-related challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
The U.S. EPA has implemented stringent new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses, aiming to reduce air pollution, combat climate change, and stimulate economic growth. These rules are expected to cut a billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually and bring about $13 billion in yearly benefits related to public health, climate, and savings for truck owners and operators. While California's regulations are more stringent, the federal rules allow for more flexibility in fuel choices, with a focus on meeting air emissions standards. The transition to zero-emission trucks and electricity is estimated to save nearly 67,000 lives by 2050, but the shift will come with significant costs, including the need for new charging stations and increased electrical capacity. Truck manufacturers and industry groups have expressed support for the new regulations, but differences between California's mandates and the federal rules are expected to lead to political lobbying and policy controversy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The EPA has established stringent emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. The new rules, effective for model years 2027 through 2032, are projected to prevent up to 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the next three decades and provide $13 billion in net benefits. While the auto industry could meet the limits by increasing electric vehicle sales, industry groups have criticized the standards as unattainable with current technology and infrastructure limitations. The EPA contends that the new rules will offer truck owners a range of powertrain options while achieving stringent environmental goals and providing health benefits, particularly in communities heavily impacted by heavy truck traffic.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
The Biden administration has finalized a rule expected to increase the adoption of electric heavy-duty trucks in the U.S., with projections indicating that over 20% of the heaviest trucks' sales could be electric by 2040. The rule sets average pollution limits for truck fleets, pushing for the use of electric and lower-emitting technologies. It is estimated to prevent a billion metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions by 2055 and reduce other types of pollution, benefiting public health. While environmental groups generally praised the updated standards, some expressed that the rule could have gone further in reducing truck emissions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have banned the operation of heavy-duty driverless trucks without a human present, going against the wishes of labor unions. The bill, which had passed with overwhelming majorities in the California Senate and Assembly, aimed to require human supervision for autonomous vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds. Newsom argued that existing laws provide sufficient authority for regulating autonomous vehicle technology and that the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) already has oversight and regulatory responsibilities in place. He also directed the Labor and Workforce Development Agency to review and develop recommendations to mitigate the potential employment impact of autonomous heavy-duty vehicles.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CDLLife
The FMCSA and NHTSA have proposed a rule that would require automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on heavy-duty trucks. The proposed standard would require the technology to work at speeds ranging between low-speed and high-speed situations. The rule would also require that nearly all heavy vehicles have an electronic stability control system. The NHTSA estimates that the proposed rule will prevent 19,118 crashes, save 155 lives, and prevent 8,814 injuries annually. The FMCSA and NHTSA are accepting public comment on the AEB rule for 60 days following the official publication of the NPRM.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The House passed a resolution to reject a Biden administration environmental regulation targeting heavy-duty vehicle tailpipe emissions. The resolution was approved with 217 Republicans and four Democrats voting in favor. The regulation, estimated to cost $39 billion, was argued to be onerous and would hurt small trucking businesses by forcing them to adopt costly technology. President Biden has vowed to veto the resolution, and the close vote in both chambers indicates there aren't enough votes to override a veto.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The House voted to revoke a Biden administration emissions regulation for heavy-duty trucks, which was already overturned by the Senate in April. The White House has said President Biden will veto the decision, and a two-thirds vote in both chambers would be required to override the veto. Republicans argue that the rule is overly burdensome and will hurt the trucking industry, while Democrats say it is necessary to limit pollution and improve air quality. The final tally was 221 to 203, mostly along party lines.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jalopnik
GMC has unveiled the 2024 Sierra HD AT4X, an off-road specific heavy-duty truck that will be available in the fall. The truck features Multimatic DSSV dampers, upper and lower control arms, steering knuckles, and an e-locking differential at the rear. It will be available with a Duramax 6.6-liter V8 turbodiesel engine that makes 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque, or a 6.6-liter V8 gas engine that makes 401 hp and 464 lb-ft of torque. The truck can tow up to 18,500 pounds and has a ground clearance of 11.6 inches.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Senate voted to revoke a Biden administration emissions regulation for heavy-duty trucks, with Republicans arguing that the existing standards are already stringent and the new approach will hurt the trucking industry and have negative ripple effects through the economy. The final rule, adopted by the Environmental Protection Agency in December, sets new emission standards that are significantly more stringent and cover a wider range of heavy-duty engine operating conditions compared to today's standards. The Republican-led House is expected to pass the measure as well, although it's unlikely either chamber would be able to override an expected veto by President Joe Biden.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
Senator Joe Manchin is supporting a Republican effort to overturn a Biden administration rule that aims to limit pollution from heavy-duty trucks. He cited concerns about the effects on the trucking industry and supply chains, and accused the EPA of creating regulations that will devastate the economy. The rule aims to cut down on emissions of pollutants that can harm the respiratory system and the EPA says it will prevent thousands of premature deaths and cases of childhood asthma annually by 2045. Manchin has also opposed several other Biden administration regulations and expressed frustration with the administration on a range of issues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nikola Motor
Nikola Corporation expands its presence in Alberta, Canada, with the sale of a Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and a Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) to the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA). AMTA will incorporate the new heavy-duty vehicles into its Hydrogen Commercial Vehicle Demonstrations Project, which offers Alberta carriers the opportunity to use and test Class 8 vehicles that operate with hydrogen fuel within their unique operations. The Nikola Tre BEV has a range of up to 530 km, while the Tre FCEV has a range of up to 800 km and an estimated fueling time of 20 minutes.