【Daimler Trucks to Open Its Charging Network to Third Parties】 The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) has stated that achieving the EU's carbon reduction targets by 2030 will require approximately 35,000 fast-charging points with an output of 800 kW or higher. However, Europe currently has fewer than 1,000 charging points for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, and existing charging capacity remains insufficient. To address this gap, ​Daimler Trucks has introduced a ​semi-public charging network concept. By 2030, the company plans to deploy ​over 3,000 fast-charging points across Europe, making it the continent’s largest fast-charging network for commercial vehicles. The service is expected to launch in ​Q3 2025. Under this new ​electric truck charging solution, customers of Daimler Trucks’ ​TruckCharge brand will be able to ​open their charging infrastructure to external users for a fee. As part of the semi-public network, charging station owners can make their facilities available to others when not in use, helping to create a more ​comprehensive charging network for electric trucks.

[Daimler Trucks to Mass-produce Pure Electric Heavy-duty Trucks] Daimler Trucks stated that it would start producing its first pure electric heavy-duty truck, the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, in November this year. It is reported that Daimler Trucks has received 2,000 orders for the eActros 600, but did not disclose the price of this truck. However, it had previously stated that it was 2.5 times more expensive than its diesel trucks.

Commercial vehicle maker Daimler launched its medium-sized electric truck brand Rizon in the US on April 27, aiming to compete with Isuzu and Toyota's Hino, according to foreign media reports.

Karin Radstrom, CEO of Daimler Truck, a German commercial vehicle manufacturer, stated that the company has decided to increase its inventory of rare earths and key raw materials in the short term to mitigate production risks. Despite the need for additional investment, the company's procurement department is closely monitoring relevant developments, and there have been no supply disruptions or production halts so far. This decision is deemed necessary due to the heightened supply uncertainty caused by China's restrictions on rare earth exports.

EVE Energy Starts Construction of Joint Venture Factory for Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries in the US, Expected to Begin Shipment in 2026" EVE Energy's official Weibo recently announced that the groundbreaking ceremony of ACT, an independently operated joint venture established by EVE Energy, Cummins, Daimler Trucks, and PACCAR in the United States, was held in Mississippi, USA, on June 28th, US Central Time. The joint venture will produce prismatic lithium iron phosphate batteries, primarily for use in specified North American commercial vehicles. With an annual production capacity of approximately 21 GWh, it will provide over 2,000 jobs locally. The project is expected to start shipment in 2026, and Cummins, Daimler Trucks, PACCAR, and their affiliates will be the main customers, purchasing the majority of products from this factory.

[EVE Energy Starts Construction of a Joint Venture Factory for Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries in the United States, Expected to Begin Shipment in 2026] According to a recent announcement on EVE Energy's official Weibo account, the groundbreaking ceremony of ACT, a joint venture company established by EVE Energy, Cummins, Daimler Trucks, and PACCAR in the United States, was held in Mississippi on June 28, Central Time. The joint venture company will operate independently and focus on producing prismatic lithium iron phosphate batteries, which will be primarily used in designated North American commercial vehicles. With an annual production capacity of approximately 21 GWh, the factory will provide over 2,000 local jobs. The project is expected to begin shipment in 2026, and Cummins, Daimler Trucks, PACCAR, and their related parties will be the primary customers, purchasing the majority of the products from this factory.

Another 21 GWh lithium iron phosphate battery factory will be built in the United States and is expected to be put into operation in 2027." On June 14th, according to Cummins China, Cummins' zero-carbon emission business brand Accelera, Daimler Trucks North America LLC, and PACCAR announced the completion of the joint venture named Amplify Cell Technologies. This strategic cooperation will promote zero-emission technology for electric commercial vehicles and industrial applications. Amplify will begin construction of a 21 gigawatt-hour (GWh) factory in Marshall County, Mississippi, USA, with the potential for further expansion as demand grows. The factory is scheduled to go into operation in 2027.

Chinese power battery giant CATL reported historic highs in both annual revenue and net profit for the year of 2023, marking a milestone in the company's growth trajectory.

ZERON, the technology company specializing in new energy heavy-duty trucks, recently announced the completion of its A1 funding round, which raised for the company nearly 100 million yuan.

Capral Aluminium, the largest manufacturer of extruded aluminium and distributor of aluminium products in Australia, has recently kick-started its zero-emissions delivery program through its freight partner, Goldstar Transport.