European News

Octopus and CATL bring battery-swapping hubs to UK

Octopus Energy and CATL have announced a new joint venture (JV) to create a network of battery-swapping hubs covering the UK and Europe.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

European News

Depot charging demand drives CES debut at Road Transport Expo

Renewables engineering specialist CES is exhibiting at the Road Transport Expo (RTX) for the first time, as demand for depot charging infrastructure from fleet operators accelerates.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

Truck Manufacturers

Shoreham Port drives emission reductions with a Volvo FH Aero Electric

Shoreham Port has made a significant commitment to sustainability by investing in a new Volvo FH Aero Electric 6x2 tractor unit.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

Daimler Truck Global Parts Center is now in full operation: Spare parts shipping from Halberstadt to Mercedes-Benz truck customers worldwide

Following the opening of the Daimler Truck Global Parts Center (GPC) in the summer of last year, the company has completed the gradual commissioning process and set the logistics center into full operation.

Post by John Millar

11 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

National Lorry Week 2026 underway as industry comes together to celebrate road transport

National Lorry Week 2026 is now underway, with operators, drivers, businesses and industry partners across the UK already taking part in this year’s campaign.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

European News

Sailun supporting the future of fleet operations with Kirkby Tyres Assist

As commercial fleets continue to face increasing pressure to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency and meet sustainability targets, Kirkby Tyres will be returning to Road Transport Expo 2026 to showcase how Sailun’s latest truck tyre technology is helping operators meet these challenges head on.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

European News

Modul-System UK becomes the first to fit out the new BYD E-Vali in the UK

Ground-breaking dual-purpose electric van makes its public debut on Stand G53 at Road Transport Expo 2026.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

Truck Manufacturers

Michelin to showcase latest truck tyres and AI tools at Road Transport Expo 2026

Michelin will be showcasing its truck tyre technology, including the latest addition to its X Multi family of products, and explaining how embracing AI for day-to-day tasks can boost Fleet Manager’s productivity and help save hauliers’ money, on stand G54 at this year’s Road Transport Expo (RTX).

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

Trailers

NOOTEBOOM INTRODUCES NEW 2+4 EURO-PX3: MORE PAYLOAD, MORE FLEXIBILITY IN SPECIAL TRANSPORT

Nooteboom further expands the successful EURO-PX3 product range with the introduction of a new combination: a 2-axle Interdolly coupled with a 4-axle EURO-PX3 low loader.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

Sign Up To Our Emails

Get the hottest news, events, and promotions sent straight to your inbox

Follow Us

Powered By the Trade. Driven By You.

Get the app for the best HGV Traders experience