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.
Bosch puts its first hydrogen truck into service in plant traffic
Bosch has taken a further step on the road to climate-friendly logistics – with one of the technology company’s own products.
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DAF expands range with factory-built 10x4 chassis
DAF Trucks is expanding its product range with a new 10x4 chassis designed for heavy-duty applications, particularly in construction.
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ACEA welcomes extension of deadline for zero-emission truck and bus toll exemptions
ACEA welcomes the European Parliament’s approval of the extension of the deadline that allows member states to fully exempt zero-emission trucks and buses from CO2-based road user charges.
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks achieves 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating for Actros
The latest Euro NCAP Commercial Truck Ratings have awarded the Mercedes-Benz Actros (4x2 Tractor Unit) and Actros (6x2 Rigid) the highest 5-star rating, reflecting Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ commitment to road safety and advanced driver assistance technology.
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Successful World Premiere: MAN Lion’s Coach E Awarded “Sustainable Bus of the Year 2026”
The MAN Lion’s Coach E is the highlight of the MAN Truck & Bus booth at Busworld Europe. Europe’s first electric coach is celebrating its world premiere here and captivating visitors from around the globe.
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Ford Trucks reveals new generation F-MAX tractor unit
Ford Trucks unveiled its New F-MAX to the automotive and logistics media.
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Ringway is the first UK fleet to put Volvo FM Low Entry trucks into service
Continuing its ambition to increase the adoption of electric vehicles within its business, Ringway has become the first UK customer to take delivery of Volvo Truck’s newest model, the FM Low Entry.
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To launch our new 7.5t & 9.2t eCargo platforms, we’re offering a free chassis for the first five October orders!
We’re proud to announce the launch of our new 7.5-tonne and 9.2-tonne IVECO-based eCargo platforms, delivering full-size electric chassis cabs designed for versatility, comfort, and zero-emission operation.
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Renault Trucks T keeps its 4 Euro NCAP stars and earns the CitySafe label
Euro NCAP, Europe’s benchmark for vehicle safety assessment, extended to heavy-duty trucks since 2024, has released the results of its latest campaign. The Renault Trucks T confirms its high safety performance: it keeps its 4-star rating with an improved overall score of 76%.
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New AI assistant from MAN makes digital fleet management even easier and faster
MAN Truck & Bus's proven digital fleet management service Perform is getting an AI-supported assistant.
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MAN's first fully electric coach
In May, MAN became the first European manufacturer to present a fully electric coach with the new Lion's Coach E. It is now celebrating its world premiere with a new design at Busworld in Brussels.
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Pall-Ex Logistics continues its journey to zero-emissions with DAF XB Electric
Pall-Ex Logistics, part of the Pall-Ex Group, one of the UK’s best-known palletised freight distribution networks, has introduced its first fully electric DAF XB Electric 190 into its national fleet, signalling its commitment to sustainable transport and decarbonisation.
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Changes to the Volvo Group Executive Board and Renault Trucks management team
After ten years of service, Bruno Blin, has decided to step down from his role as member of the Volvo Group Executive Board and President Renault Trucks. He will be replaced by Antoine Duclaux, currently Senior Vice President Renault Trucks International.
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Antoine Duclaux appointed new Chief Executive Officer of Renault Trucks
Bruno Blin has decided to step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer of Renault Trucks, effective November 1st, 2025. Going forward, he will remain with the Volvo Group as Senior Adviser, contributing to various strategic projects. Antoine Duclaux, currently Senior Vice President Renault Trucks International will succeed him.
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Tesco drives emissions reduction as it rolls out 42 low-carbon trucks
Tesco has announced it has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland, to help it reach its goal to be carbon neutral across its own operations by 2035.
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The Mercedes-Benz star shines as Actros achieves five-star Safer Truck rating
Mercedes-Benz has joined Volvo in achieving a five-star Euro NCAP Safer Truck rating.
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With MAN eTrucks: Duvenbeck and Hillert participate in high-performance charging project
The first continuous MCS charging infrastructure for electric trucks is being built on the A2 motorway between Berlin and the Ruhr area
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EFS Global takes step toward zero-emissions future with DAF XB Electric
EFS Global – one of the UK’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding logistics, freight-forwarding and palletised distribution operators – has begun trialling its first emissions-free DAF XB Electric 190kW 4x2 rigid.
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Two new Isuzu 7.5 tonners for Eveready Hire
South East-based Eveready Hire has taken delivery of two new Isuzu N75.190 long wheelbase trucks from local dealer Cordwallis Group, continuing a long-standing relationship with the manufacturer that has now spanned more than two decades.
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Volvo scores five stars in second Euro NCAP safety rating of heavy trucks
Volvo Trucks has done it again – receiving the maximum 5-star safety rating for heavy-duty trucks from the European consumer test organization Euro NCAP.
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks presents the new eActros 400 based on the eActros 600 - numerous new variants available
With its battery-electric eActros 600 long-haul truck, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has been producing a strong alternative to diesel trucks in series production since the end of 2024.
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CTS Hire selects Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK to fulfil fleet expansion
Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK have been selected by CTS Hire to provide new Elite+ Narrow and ORUS compact satellite collection vehicles in support of its expanding fleet.
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IVECO NEWS: Tesco takes delivery of 42 New IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks
Retailer Tesco has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas 4x2 trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland. Transporting food and other goods to Tesco locations across Scotland, these trucks are each expected to cover 200,000km per year, meaning a potential annual saving of up to 6,473 tonnes of CO2 across the fleet.
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Ballyvesey Holdings Limited consolidates their rental portfolio under the banner of Centurion Truck Rental
Ballyvesey Holdings Limited consolidates their rental portfolio under the banner of Centurion Truck Rental making this one of the United Kingdom’s leading providers of independent commercial vehicle rental.
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