Truck Manufacturers
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.
Porsche is increasingly focusing on alternative drives in its transport logistics
Porsche is pushing ahead with the roll-out of alternative drives in its transport logistics fleet: Together with its logistics partners, the sports car manufacturer is using six new electric HGVs (heavy good vehicle) at its Zuffenhausen, Weissach and Leipzig sites.
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Fruehauf at Truckfest Lincoln 2024
Fruehauf are proud to be sponsoring Truckfest 2024 at its new home, Lincoln Showground, over the bank holiday weekend.
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Electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) are to be trialled across the UK in a new programme to help freight operators decarbonise their fleet
Called Project JOLT – the programme is led by The Centre for Sustainable Road Freight (SRF) and involves partners including John Lewis Partnership, Volvo Trucks UK, and Flexible Power Systems, a software company specialising in fleet management optimisation software for electric vehicles.
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GBA Logistics Acquires The Silver X Group and Bow Distribution & Warehousing in strategic expansion
GBA Logistics are proud to announce the acquisition of The Silver X Group and Bow Distribution and Warehousing, both respected players in the UK logistics industry.
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Galaxy Insulation and Dry Lining takes fleet to new frontiers with two stellar Volvo FE Electric rigids
Insulation supplier Galaxy Insulation and Dry Lining has taken delivery of two Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigids as part of the business’ ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
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New commercial vehicle registrations: vans +12.6%, trucks -4%, buses +23.3% in Q1 2024
There were mixed results for the EU commercial vehicle market in Q1 2024. While van sales rose, truck sales dipped slightly, despite growth in the electrically chargeable truck market. Bus sales saw a rise, with electrically chargeable buses recording notable gains.
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APOLLO TYRES ADDS NEW SIZE OPTIONS TO ITS ENDURACE RA 2 ‘REGIONAL TRANSPORT’ TYRE RANGE
Apollo Tyres is expanding its range of next-generation EnduRace RA 2 ‘regional transport’ truck tyres for 22.5-inch rims, with the introduction of new 295/80 and 315/80 size options.
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SMMT calls for government to urgently reform “outdated” Plug-In Truck Grant
Originally reported on our sister publication Motor Transport, Government should urgently reform its outdated Plug-in Truck Grant to reflect the progress made in developing new zero emission truck technology and to help cut CO2 by 18.8 m tonnes a year, according to a report by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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THE RHENUS GROUP LAUNCHES ELECTRIC AND LIQUEFIED BIOGAS TRUCKS TO TEST THEIR SCALABILITY TO NEW REGIONS AND TRAFFIC FLOWS
The Rhenus Group, a global leader in logistics solutions, has initiated trials to assess the viability of alternative fuels in the regions and traffic segments most suited to the characteristics of these new mobility models.
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Mack Trucks Switches to Renewable Fuel in its Production Line
Mack Trucks switches to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel
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3R SOLUTIONS APPLAUDS FRUEHAUF FOR QUICK TURNAROUND OF NEW TIPPERS
West Lothian-based waste management and recycling specialist, 3R Solutions, has praised Fruehauf for delivering 14 sloper smoothsider tippers in a matter of weeks, helping the firm prepare for an important new contract.
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New electric bus partnership: SWO Mobil in Osnabrück orders 19 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses
Full speed ahead for a new electric bus partnership in Osnabrück: SWO Mobil has chosen Daimler Buses as supplier for a total of 19 new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro electric buses. The new city buses will be delivered successively as from 2025.
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Sunswap Joins the Global Cold Chain Alliance, Strengthening European Expansion
We are delighted to announce our membership in the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA). This move aligns with our commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in the cold chain sector and marks a step in our European expansion journey.
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Good start for MAN Truck & Bus in 2024
MAN continues to benefit from cost discipline and efficiency measures in the first quarter of fiscal 2024
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Major order of Schmitz Cargobull trailers help us deliver sustainability goals
We've taken delivery of 80 S.BO PACE trailers from Schmitz Cargobull as part of our commitment to more sustainable deliveries.
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North West Recycling expands fleet with new Renault Trucks T520
The leading waste management supplier in Cumbria, North West Recycling Limited, has expanded its fleet by incorporating a new Renault Trucks T520 6x2 tag axle tractor unit with walking floor hydraulics.
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Superior service sees Castledene Transport choose Volvo for 45th anniversary truck
Kent-based Castledene Transport has taken delivery of a brand-new Volvo FH 500 with I-Save Globetrotter XL 6x2 tractor unit, sporting a special livery to celebrate the customer’s 45th anniversary.
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Euro NCAP reveals details of the first ever Heavy Truck safety rating tests at NCAP24
Euro NCAP today officially announces a major milestone in the development towards a Truck Safe rating scheme.
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RH Commercial Vehicles Adds Isuzu in Peterborough
Isuzu Truck UK has appointed RH Commercial Vehicles as an authorised repairer in Peterborough, bringing additional aftersales capacity to support customers in the East of England.
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A direct hit: Autobus Oberbayern and Bus-Verkehr Berlin take over 24 Mercedes Benz Tourismo touring coaches
Daimler Buses handed over a total of 24 Mercedes-Benz Tourismo 15 RHD touring coaches in the city of Neu-Ulm to Autobus Oberbayern GmbH from Munich and Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB) from Berlin.
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ASDA begins introducing 167 Tiger Trailers moving decks
ASDA, a leading UK supermarket, is midway through welcoming to its fleet an initial order of 167 new vehicles manufactured by Tiger Trailers
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Maritime Transport places major electric truck order
Truck orders for eFreight 2030 consortium begin
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks developers successfully test electric charging at 1,000 kilowatts
Mercedes-Benz Trucks developers charge an e-truck at 1,000 kilowatts for the first time during internal testing at Wörth am Rhein
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New Conti Eco Gen 5 Tire Line for Trucks Combines Low Rolling Resistance with High Mileage
Continental adds new Conti Eco Gen 5 truck tyre range
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