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Dive into the world of trucks with all the news as it happens. Discover the latest truck models, glean insights from top dealerships, and stay updated on rental, leasing, and finance trends. From product deep-dives to compliance essentials, we streamline the trucking intel you need. Your streamlined guide to UK trucking is here.

Truck Manufacturers

Wright Readymix makes concrete commitment to sustainability with Volvo FMX Electric

Bristol-based concrete contractor, Wright Readymix, has accelerated its decarbonisation strategy by acquiring a Volvo FMX Electric 8x4 Tridem concrete mixer, replacing an equivalent diesel model in its fleet.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

New Renault Trucks powertrain: boosting fuel efficiency by up to 4%

With the introduction of a new DE13 R engine and a new generation of Optidriver gearboxes, Renault Trucks is upgrading the powertrain of its T, T High, C and K ranges.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

Hankook returns to Road Transport Expo to showcase full commercial tyre range

Building on the momentum of the highly successful inaugural Road Transport Expo (RTX) Ireland earlier this year, Hankook Tyre UK is set to return to the second RTX event of the year at the flagship NAEC Stoneleigh venue.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

European News

FreshLinc and Gasrec announce plans for new open-access Bio-LNG station in Spalding

Planning permission has been submitted for a new high-capacity, public biomethane facility adjacent to FreshLinc’s headquarters, in Spalding.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

Phoenix Scales to showcase vehicle weighing solutions at RTX

Midlands-based Phoenix Scales has announced it will exhibit at this year’s Road Transport Expo (RTX), highlighting its range of vehicle weighing solutions for the UK haulage and logistics sector.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

European News

New Box Van Leads Schmitz Cargobull’s Innovation Line‑Up for Road Transport Expo 2026

Schmitz Cargobull will unveil a new box van trailer at this year's Road Transport Expo, where it will also showcase its latest refrigeration technology and a revised version of its Manchester-built curtainsider.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

European News

MAC’S TRUCK GROUP TO SHOWCASE FIVE BESPOKE BUILDS AT RTX 2026

Mac’s Truck Rental and Mac’s Truck Sales will be jointly exhibiting at Road Transport Expo 2026 (Stand O13), with five specialist vehicles to highlight the group’s expertise.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

European News

BPW to launch safety platform at RTX

BPW will use RTX 2026 to launch BRAKE TRAK PRO, a new vehicle safety platform designed to improve operational efficiency while helping fleets meet compliance requirements.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

Truck Manufacturers

Scania launches battery-electric CrewCab for rescue vehicles

Scania launches its first-ever battery-electric CrewCab for fire, airport and civil rescue operations.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

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