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Official press releases from all European heavy commercial vehicle manufacturers. Keep up to date with the latest truck industry news and insight from all the major truck brands.

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Rugged IVECO X-Way broadens Penfold Verrall tipper fleet

Penfold Verrall Ltd has taken delivery of an IVECO X-Way 8x4 tipper (AD360X46Z/P OFF), strengthening its already 21-strong fleet of IVECOs.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Stuart Harvey Transport strengthens fleet with new Volvo FH Aero Globetrotter XXL

Bristol-based Stuart Harvey Transport has returned once again to Volvo Trucks, acquiring an FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor unit specified with a Globetrotter XXL cab for ultimate driver comfort.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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ISUZU to debut next-generation truck range at RTX 2026

Isuzu Truck UK will unveil a new generation of commercial vehicles at Road Transport Expo 2026 (Stand Y37), marking the most significant overhaul of its product line-up in its 30-year UK history.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Mercedes-Benz Arocs Extent Special Edition joins MJ Freeth fleet

Mercedes-Benz Truck Dealer, Rygor Auto, has delivered the UK’s first special-edition Mercedes-Benz Arocs Extent, built as part of a strictly limited production run of just 100 units for Europe, to longstanding customer, MJ Freeth.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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IVECO to showcase complete electric lineup at RTX 2026

Italian commercial vehicle manufacturer, IVECO, is set to deliver an empowering display at Road Transport Expo 2026, with its entire BEV offering on display, ranging from 2.8-26t.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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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

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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

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Gruber Logistics, IVECO and AIT Advance Zero-Emission Heavy Transport with EMPOWER project trial

Within the framework of the EMPOWER project, a six-month trial phase will begin in mid-June 2026, featuring IVECO’s zero-emission battery-electric prototype truck for heavy-duty applications.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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EMS Gears Up for Road Transport Expo with Major Product Showcase

EMS Truck and Trailer Parts is looking forward to exhibiting at Road Transport Expo. You’ll find the team on stand GR4, where visitors can meet members of the EMS operations, product management, and sales teams across all three days of the show.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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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

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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

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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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IVECO powers back into ETRC with a strong Motorsport heritage and renewed partnerships

As anticipation builds for the start of the 2026 Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC), IVECO is ready to return to the track, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable innovation and high-performance engineering.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Scania strengthens European capacity for electric truck production

Scania plans to invest EUR 70 million in its production site in Angers, France, strengthening the company’s capacity to support the transition to electrified transport in Europe.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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HORPOL to showcase LED lighting solutions at Road Transport Expo 2026

HORPOL will present its latest generation of advanced LED lighting solutions at RTX 2026.

Post by John Millar

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Safety, reliability and more sustainable options for fire, airport and civil rescue

Scania to launch brand-new, battery-electric CrewCab at Interschutz as part of the truck manufacturer’s impressive line-up of electric and combustion vehicles, with strongest-ever range of power solutions also on show.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Prometeon returns to RTX to put truck tyre strategy centre stage

Award-winning truck tyre specialist to showcase flagship products, Pro Management platform and fleet-focused support at Road Transport Expo 2026

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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Volvo FM Electric shows its steel for special green delivery

Haulage firm ET Morris & Sons has successfully transported the first load of fossil-free steel to land in the UK, using a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit for a zero-tailpipe emission delivery.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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1,500th DAF truck for Révész Group in Hungary

Transport company Révész Group has taken delivery of its 1,500th DAF truck. The handover of a New Generation DAF XG 480 4×2 tractor unit highlights the long-standing relationship between the Hungarian logistics service provider and DAF.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Scania’s new under-cab battery module and Megawatt Charging System now available for order

Scania has begun the global sales rollout of its new under-cab battery module, which for the first time enables operators to optimise battery capacity for the vast majority of transport needs.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Scania pioneers vehicle-to-grid through Megawatt Charging System for heavy transport

Scania has successfully demonstrated one of the world’s first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) implementations for heavy commercial vehicles using Megawatt Charging System (MCS), marking an important step towards integrating heavy electric transport into the wider energy system.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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DAF Trucks’ bespoke low-roof XD heralds return to car transporter market

DAF Trucks has introduced the low-roof variant of its distribution-focused DAF XD, designed specifically for car transportation. Retaining the industry-leading design and interior of the standard XD, the truck marks DAF’s return to an important haulage sector and bolsters the choice of vehicles available to fleet customers.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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Volvo FH Aero hits the sweet spot for Tunnock's

Tunnock’s has added its first-ever Volvo truck to its delivery fleet with the arrival of a new FH Aero 6x2 rigid, sporting a full livery wrap design to mirror the confectionary specialist’s popular caramel wafer biscuits.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Scania to provide 91 battery-electric buses in Sweden

Scania and transport operator VR have signed one of the largest electric bus deals in Sweden to date.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read
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