Diesel, alternatives wanted

gasolio alternative

Among the possible alternatives to diesel fuel, interest in hydrogen is growing among agricultural machinery manufacturers As confirmation of this trend, Agco Beauvais Engineering has taken the lead of Arhystote, a French consortium of companies aiming to develop a new generation of gas storage tanks, designed to power the internal combustion engines of tractors. A first demonstrative prototype is expected in 2026 under the Massey Ferguson brand. One of the main challenges of such systems lies in the high pressures required for hydrogen storage, as the gas must be contained…

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Renault 5 Turbo 3E: only for a few

Renault 5 Turbo 3E

Just 1,980 lucky enthusiasts will get the chance to take the wheel of the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, a high-performance electric hatchback boasting 540 horsepower, which the French automaker plans to launch in 2027. The model aims to revive the glory of the original Renault “5 Turbo” cars, first introduced in 1980 Introduced last year to expand Renault’s electric lineup—which at the time included only the “Megane E-Tech” and “Scenic E-Tech”.Tthe compact “5 E-Tech” draws heavily in its styling from the iconic “5” series of French superminis that, between 1972…

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Kawasaki Corleo: riding the future

Kawasaki Corleo

Kawasaki Corleo, a four-legged robotic vehicle concept powered by a hydrogen engine that aims to revolutionize individual off-road mobility within the next 25 years, presented at Expo 2025 Exactly ten years after the Milan edition, Expo returns this year to Japan—specifically Osaka—focusing on the technological evolution of a more environmentally sustainable future. Technology-driven innovation has long been a cornerstone of Japan’s development, especially since the post-World War II era, with the nation continuously pioneering advanced solutions that often set global trends. With this same forward-looking ambition, Kawasaki introduces “Corleo”—a quadruped…

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Engines Liebherr: hydrogen and modularity

Liebherr idrogeno

Alongside its range of diesel engines, Liebherr is shining the spotlight at Bauma 2025 on alternative fuels by showcasing a working hydrogen unit and a modular injection system capable of accommodating a wide range of alternative fuels In the context of the energy transition applied to propulsion systems for industrial machinery, Liebherr is presenting two solutions at Bauma 2025 that, though different in nature, converge towards a common goal: drastically reducing environmental impact without compromising the reliability, durability, and performance required for off-highway applications. On one hand, the new “H9X6”…

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Merlo handler: a virtuous choice

telescopico merlo

The Merlo telescopic handler range offers two ways to benefit from tax credits under the “Transition Plan 5.0”, introduced by Italian Law Decree 19/2024 on March 2, 2024. Businesses can either. Replace an outdated machine with a Stage V-compliant Merlo handler equipped with Industry 4.0 technology invest in an all-electric “eWorker” model without needing to retire an existing machine Funded by Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), the Transition Plan 5.0 grants tax credits to companies investing in energy-saving innovations between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2025. Eligible…

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Fpt Industrial News 2025

2025 Fpt Industiral

Fpt Industrial presented the finalized version of its 55–65 kilowatt power pack at the “Middle East Energy” exhibition dedicated to the energy sector. The unit is powered by the newly introduced four-cylinder “R38” engine—another innovation from the Turin-based manufacturer. FPT Industrial presented the finalized version of its 55–65 kilowatt power pack at the “Middle East Energy” exhibition dedicated to the energy sector. The unit is powered by the newly introduced four-cylinder “R38” engine—another innovation from the Turin-based manufacturer. Two Important news Fpt Industrial has always focused on meeting end-user needs…

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Bieffe Project Mimì: technological excellence in search of a market

Bieffe Project Mimì

Born from the collaboration between Bieffe Project and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, “Mimì” is an innovative compact vehicle designed to meet urban logistics needs. It is offered with either full electric or hydrogen fuel cell propulsion, supported by solid-state supercapacitors. Despite being a technological excellence, its commercial future remains uncertain Compact commercial vehicles are a fundamental solution for urban transport and for the operations of small and medium-sized enterprises. In this segment, particularly in Italy, the Piaggio “Porter” and Piaggio “Ape” have made history in commercial mobility…

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Bauma 2025: hypotheses and reality

Bauma 2025

Despite the difficult global economic situation caused by the absurd tariff decisions of U.S. President Donald Trump, Bauma 2025 did not disappoint those who see the trade fair as an unmissable opportunity to reflect on the current challenges facing the off-road industry and their potential developments From April 7 to 13, more than 3,500 exhibitors from 57 countries gathered in Munich to showcase their products, technologies, and innovation capabilities across 614,000 square meters of exhibition space. Bauma thus reaffirmed its status as the key event for the global construction industry,…

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Morgan Supersport: contemporary classicism

morgan supersport

The new top of the range model from the British brand, Morgan “Supersport” aims to combine the classic aesthetics and functionality typical of English tradition with the technical and performance contemporaneity that is essential in the high-end sports car segment What might initially appear as an oxymoron in the title is, in fact, the stylistic and mechanical synthesis that Morgan’s engineers have successfully embodied in a new model that fuses the classic aesthetics and functionality of British motoring with the indispensable technical and performance upgrades required to remain relevant and…

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Triumph Motorcycles Tf 250-E and Tf 450-E models: off-road destination

Triumph Motorcycles

Triumph Motorcycles enters the world of enduro by launching the “Tf 250-E” and “Tf 450-E” models. Featuring technical and design solutions specifically dedicated to responding to racing needs in the most extreme contexts as well as on the most technical routes With new frames, engines, and high-performance components, Triumph Motorcycles has made its debut in the 250cc and 450cc enduro segment. The development process was guided by the expertise of internationally renowned off-road riders, including Spain’s Iván Cervantes and the UK’s Paul Edmondson. The result is the “TF 250-E” and…

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