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.
DAFaid urges operators to ‘winter-proof’ as demand reaches record highs
With weather forecasters predicting further cold conditions across the UK, DAF Trucks is urging operators to intensify winter vehicle preparations and daily maintenance checks following record demand for its DAFaid roadside assistance service since the New Year.
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Milestone: First electric heavy-goods vehicle travels through the Channel Tunnel with LeShuttle Freight
In a joint effort to advance low-carbon logistics, Kuehne+Nagel, LeShuttle Freight, Voltempo, and DAF Trucks have successfully sent the first electric heavy-goods vehicle (eHGV) through the Channel Tunnel.
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Goodyear and TIP Group extend long-standing partnership, marking 20 years of collaboration
Goodyear and TIP Group, a leading full-service equipment solutions provider in Europe, have announced the extension of their long-term partnership for a further five years. The renewed agreement also marks 20 years of close and constructive collaboration between the two companies.
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Carlos Oliveira Rodrigues appointed Renault Trucks Europe Senior Vice President
Renault Trucks UK & Ireland announced that Managing Director Carlos Oliveira Rodrigues has been appointed to the role of Renault Trucks Europe Senior Vice President, effective February 1st 2026.
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TRATON GROUP and PlusAI expand global partnership to accelerate autonomous truck on-highway commercialization
The TRATON GROUP, one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, and PlusAI, a leader in AI-based virtual driver software for autonomous trucks, today announced to expand their global partnership to accelerate the development and scaled deployment of on-highway autonomous trucking solutions in the U.S. and Europe.
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Daimler Truck presents Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck with small-series production planned from end of 2026
Following the development and successful testing program with prototypes of its first-generation fuel cell trucks, Daimler Truck presents the Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck.
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James Removals unpacks new high-spec Volvo FH rigid
London-based James Removals has returned to Volvo Trucks for its latest fleet upgrade, acquiring a new FH 460 Globetrotter XL 6x2 rear-steer rigid.
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Vertellus powers M&S London electric fleet expansion with EV Discovery Programme trucks
Vertellus, the OEM-backed full-service commercial vehicle contract hire and fleet management specialist, is supporting M&S in its net zero journey with the addition of two 19-tonne Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide 4×2 rigids through its 12-month EV Discovery Programme.
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Scania L-cab awarded five stars in Euro NCAP’s Safer Trucks programme
Scania’s L-series cab has achieved five-star safety rating – the highest possible – in the European consumer testing organisation Euro NCAP’s Safer Trucks programme.
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Chris Donnelly named Volvo Truck and Bus Centre South & East's Operations Director
Long-serving Volvo Group employee Chris Donnelly has been appointed as Volvo Truck and Bus Centre South & East’s new Operations Director.
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Up to 1,800 Electric and Diesel Trucks: MAN and TIP Group Sign New Framework Agreement
MAN Truck & Bus and TIP Group, one of the leading independent commercial vehicle rental companies and full-service equipment solutions providers for the transport and logistics industry, have signed a new framework agreement.
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Exclusive Unimog Partner status awarded to first Unimog body builder and dealer within the UK - South Cave Tractors
The first and only Mercedes-Benz Unimog body builder and dealer in the UK to achieve the official Unimog Partner status has been named as South Cave Tractors in Brough, East Yorkshire.
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IVECO invests in customer service with new Parts Distribution Centre
IVECO has announced the opening of a new Parts Distribution Centre as a continued investment in improving customer service. Based in Witham, Essex, the new facility aims to dramatically decrease fulfilment times of key replacement parts to customers.
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Wordsworth Excavations strengthens heavy-haulage fleet with new Renault Trucks T High 65-tonner from Thompson Commercials
Barnsley-based bulk excavation and industrial projects specialist, Wordsworth Excavations, has expanded its heavy-haulage fleet with the addition of a new Renault Trucks T High 6x2 65-tonne tractor unit, supplied by Thompson Commercials’ Sheffield branch.
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FH Aero takes Volvo Trucks to top of the UK tractor unit market
Volvo Trucks led the way in UK tractor unit sales in 2025, with its spike in new registrations spearheaded by the ultra fuel-efficient FH Aero range.
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C&M Transport expands premium fleet with latest DAF XG⁺ tractor units
C&M Transport has taken delivery of a New Generation DAF XG+ 530 tractor unit, with the frozen, chilled and ambient haulage specialist reporting exceptional driver satisfaction with its premium specification trucks operating on time- and temperature-sensitive UK and European operations.
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DAF introduces XG and XG⁺ Electric - Zero-emission range of over 500 km combined with the ultimate in comfort
DAF is expanding its successful series of electric vehicles with the introduction of the XG and XG+ Electric.
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IVECO and PlusAI launch new Level 4 Autonomous Driving programme in Spain
IVECO, the brand of Iveco Group N.V. (EXM: IVG) that designs, manufactures and markets light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, announces a new programme with long-standing partner PlusAI, a global leader in AI-based virtual driver software for autonomous trucks.
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Brian Currie (Milton Keynes) joint MD Des Conway retires after 17 years
After more than 17 years with Brian Currie (Milton Keynes) Ltd, we mark the retirement of Des Conway and thank him for his contribution to the business, its people and its continued success.
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DAF Trucks enters fourth decade of UK market leadership
As the UK truck industry undergoes significant operational and technological transformation, DAF Trucks’ market-leading position remains unchanged, retaining its status as the nation’s top truck manufacturer in 2025.
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Terry’s Timber nails down new 7.5-tonne Isuzu
Liverpool timber merchant, Terry’s Timber, has welcomed a new 7.5-tonne Isuzu N75.190(E) into its commercial vehicle fleet, supplied by local dealer Ditchburn Truck Services.
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The Andrew Cook Group adds MAN TGM and TGS muscle to their multifaceted fleet.
Leven-based Andrew Cook Group has recently added two new MAN trucks to its specialised multifaceted fleet.
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TIP Group earns Silver EcoVadis medal for the third year
TIP Group has once again been awarded a Silver medal by EcoVadis, marking our third year at this level. The rating places the company among the top 15% of more than 150,000 companies assessed globally, across industries and regions.
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Volvo Trucks receives warm reception at Byworth Boiler Hire with new FH 540
Keighley-based Byworth Boiler Hire has turned to Volvo for the supply of its first-ever brand-new truck – an FH 540 6x2 tag axle tractor unit.
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