MAN to build 200 hydrogen trucks — to prove they won’t work?

Europe’s second-largest commercial truck maker is going to build 200 hydrogen-powered semi trucks, but remains skeptical about the viability of hydrogen as a transport fuel. It’s a strange announcement, as far as these things go. MAN even went so far as to reiterate its commitment to battery-electric vehicles for “most” applications, strange for an announcement … Read more

MAN reacts to Erisco Foods’ controversy with reviewer Chioma

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called for a fair regulatory environment to protect consumers’ and manufacturers’ interests.Its Director General, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, made the call on Monday in Lagos, after a social media incident involving Erisco Foods and a dissatisfied customer, Chioma Egodi. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mrs Egodi via … Read more

Man dies in Charles River after reportedly jumping from Longfellow Bridge: Massachusetts State Police

A man died in the Charles River after he reportedly jumped from the Longfellow Bridge and was seen struggling in the water on Monday, according to Massachusetts State Police. First responder search teams recovered the man’s body from the Charles River after about a two-hour search in the chilly water. “According to preliminary investigation by … Read more

ABB, MAN announce megawatt charging, joint R&D plan

MAN Truck & Bus and ABB E-mobility have entered into an exclusive cooperation agreement to address the challenges of electrifying Europe’s trucking fleet. Their collaboration aims to advance the development of megawatt charging stations, explore new electric vehicle integrations, and develop new software solutions for electric trucks. “Cooperation in the area of research and development … Read more