CPD, a leader in commercial vehicle conversions, has announced a landmark £10 million investment to expand its offering of high-quality converted vehicles. This new range is designed to cater to the varied needs of tradespeople and fleets across the UK, further solidifying CPD reputation as a trusted partner in the… Read more »
Volvo Trucks scores five stars in independent safety test
The European consumer test organization Euro NCAP has for the first time ever assessed the safety of heavy-duty trucks. Volvo’s best-selling models, the Volvo FH and the Volvo FM, both received the top rating of five stars. The Volvo FM also had the best overall test result among all tested… Read more »
IVECO S-Way makes its debut in Euro Truck Simulator 2
IVECO announces the recent release of the IVECO S-Way in the popular Euro Truck Simulator 2 video game. Developed by SCS Software in collaboration with IVECO’s Design Center, it brings the iconic IVECO S-Way to life in the digital world, delivering a highly realistic and immersive trucking experience. Pamela… Read more »
New IVECO S-Way Natural Gas allows Santa to Sleigh
Special customer Mr S Claus aims to lower emissions with a distinctive IVECO S-Way Natural Gas truck. Based on the new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas, this 500hp truck represents the most powerful production CNG trucks in the market. Its advanced Cursor 13 engine is capable of running on biomethane,… Read more »
In Finland’s extreme cold, the Renault Trucks E-Tech T Diamond Echo defies preconceptions
After travelling 23,000 kilometres across Europe, Renault Trucks’ Diamond Echo electroluminescent electric truck brought its roadshow to a close in Finnish Lapland. This final leg, marked by temperatures as low as -19°C, demonstrated the reliability of electric trucks, even in extreme winter conditions. Since leaving the manufacturer’s headquarters in… Read more »
First MAN eTruck starts with Duvenbeck in emission-free VW plant logistics
With today’s handover of the first MAN eTruck to the Duvenbeck Group in Munich, MAN Truck & Bus is setting another milestone in the electrification of freight transport. The Ultra Low Liner eTGX semitrailer tractor, specially developed for the loading volume requirements of automotive logistics, is set to make Volkswagen… Read more »
Renault Trucks T awarded 4 stars in the Euro NCAP safety rating
Euro NCAP – the European New Car Assessment Programme – has been a benchmark in the area of vehicle safety since 1997. In 2024, it has expanded its tests to include heavy-duty trucks. Following months of stringent testing, Euro NCAP has just released the results of this very first assessment:… Read more »
Volvo Trucks launches next-generation safety systems to protect pedestrians and cyclists
Volvo Trucks is introducing two updated safety systems focused on protecting vulnerable road users, marking the manufacturer’s next step towards its long-term vision of zero accidents involving its trucks. The latest innovations include Volvo’s Active Side Collision Avoidance Support, an evolution of an existing safety solution combined with active brake… Read more »
Daimler Truck with steady Q3 results: North America strong, Europe challenging
In the third quarter, Daimler Truck Holding AG (Daimler Truck) delivered steady results on Group level in revenues, earnings, and profitability. While the performance in North America continued to be strong, Mercedes-Benz is facing an ongoing difficult market environment in Europe, with Brazil contributing positively. Markets in Asia remained weak,… Read more »
MAN FinancialServices UK Joins TRATON Financial Services to Drive Innovation and Sustainable Mobility Solutions
MAN FinancialServices UK has now joined TRATON Financial Services and therefore the TRATON GROUP, one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers and providers of mobility solutions. Since commencing operations on April 1, 2023, TRATON Financial Services has transformed the financial landscape for the TRATON GROUP’s brands, MAN, Scania, Volkswagen… Read more »