Sometimes, despite the best of plans and intentions, businesses dont make it.
Unfortunately, this is true also for those who hope to change the world for the better.
The security of the supply chain can make or break a hardware company or market.
In August, EV battery developer Proterra filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US.
In November last year, the company raised roughly 600mn.
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It employs 850 people, roughly 600 of whom arelocated across sites in the UK.
Volta Trucks is one of several Swedish heavy transport EV startups.
Meanwhile, established manufacturers such as Scania are re-engineering their products for more sustainable operations.
This includescovering lorries in solar panels, and collaborating with battery startup success and compatriot Northvolt forlong-range zero-emission trucks.
Story byLinnea Ahlgren
Linnea is the senior editor at TNW, having joined in April 2023.
Dabbles in gaming and fitness wearables.
But first, coffee.
