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.
Now Available to Order: The eTrailer from KRONE and Trailer Dynamics
The eTrailer, developed by KRONE in partnership with strategic technology partner Trailer Dynamics, reduces diesel and CO2 emissions of conventional diesel trucks by an average of 40 percent and significantly extends the range of battery-electric semi-trucks.
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Prometeon at IAA Transportation 2024 will unveil two world premieres
Prometeon C02, the new Coach tyre, a sustainability champion. SuperFleet, a dedicated fleet management programme.
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Greenhous Group expands operations with two new vehicle refurbishment sites
Greenhous Group has announced the opening of two new vehicle refurbishment sites following the acquisition of two sites from Cazoo earlier this year.
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Work starts on new factory following fire
Solomon Commercials, the UK’s leading manufacturer of refrigerated vehicles, has begun work on a new facility following a fire at its preparation and fabrication facility on the Carrs Industrial Estate in Haslingden.
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Alcaline Achieves Outstanding Results with MICHELIN X Line Energy Tyres
Hythe-based international haulier Alcaline has confirmed that MICHELIN’s X Line Energy tyres have exceeded expectations, after a pair of steer-axle fitments achieved an impressive 340,000 km in their first life.
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Bower Green refreshes its fleet with striking new Volvo FH Aeros
Bradford-based Bower Green has taken delivery of three Volvo FH Aero 460 with I-Save 6x2 tractor units to modernise its commercial vehicle fleet and continue its long-standing relationship with the manufacturer.
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SNAP strengthens through acquisition of OTRA’s technology & truck parking network
SNAP has expanded its European network by acquiring the technology platforms, IT infrastructure and a sizeable portion of the OTRA truck parking network across 17 countries.
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North West Trucks Wigan supports military veteran employees on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk
DAF Trucks dealership, North West Trucks – part of Greenhous Group – is supporting two of their employees as they take on the 20-mile Edinburgh Kiltwalk.
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MAN Truck & Bus celebrates the world premiere of the eTGL
MAN revealed the first details of the electric version of its smallest truck model, the TGL.
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Cartwrights Waste Disposal Services expands fleet with New Generation DAF for enhanced waste collection
Telford-based Cartwright Waste Disposal Services has purchased a New Generation DAF XD 410 FAN 6x2 rigid, with multicompartment trade waste bin collection truck specification.
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Show transporter saves costs and carbon with Krone Mega City trailer
Event transport specialist Event Ground Support (EGS) has cut costs and its carbon footprint with Krone’s new 11-metre Mega City Dry Liner trailer.
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Breakthrough: Volvo to launch electric truck with 600 km range
Up to 600 km on one single charge. That’s how far Volvo’s next-generation heavy-duty electric truck will be able to drive. The longer range represents a break-through for long-distance transport with zero tailpipe emissions.
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DAF service dealer of the year award announced
DAF Trucks dealership Adams Morey, part of the Greenhous Group, has won DAF Service Dealer of the Year 2023 for its dealership in Saltash.
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Check Up On The Health, Safety And Welfare Of Drivers With The Aquarius App
The health, safety and welfare of drivers is of upmost importance, not only to safeguard the driver, but to also protect a company and its reputation.
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New DAF XB Electric and PACCAR Power Solutions at Cenex Expo 2024
DAF Trucks goes to the Cenex Expo at UTAC Millbrook next week very much aligned with the show’s theme of ‘Net Zero – Connected Automated Mobility’.
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DAFaid chalks up 50 years
DAFaid, the transport industry’s benchmark roadside assistance service, celebrates its 50th birthday at the end of the month.
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New UK-built trailers deliver major impact for Axil Integrated Services
UK-built Schmitz Cargobull trailers waste no time making major impact at Axil Integrated Services
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Hallam Express invests in eight Volvo FH Aeros for enhanced fuel efficiency and sustainability
South Yorkshire’s Hallam Express has taken delivery of its latest Volvo Trucks models, this time opting for eight new Volvo FH Aero 460 6x2 tractor units in order to benefit from the vehicles’ fuel-saving credentials.
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North West Trucks Appoints New Dealer Principal and Fleet Sales Director
DAF dealer group, North West Trucks, has announced the appointment of Craig Heathershaw as its new Dealer Principal
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North West Trucks expands parts department with major investment
DAF Dealer Group, North West Trucks, has announced a significant investment in its parts department, doubling its parts offering and enhancing service capabilities to better serve customers in the local area.
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RMS Waste Disposal returns to Asset Alliance Group to fund its latest fleet additions
Asset Alliance Group has continued its long working relationship with RMS Waste Disposal, providing the finance for two new tankers.
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HARSH PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY SECURES SECOND BIG ORDER FROM HILLHOUSE GROUP
Having first specified HARSH tipping gears and sheeting systems on a series of 23 new tippers acquired over the past four years, the Troon – based Hillhouse Group has once again chosen HARSH for another large batch of 10 similar vehicles.
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DAF joins international platform for booking charging stations
DAF Trucks has joined HDV Booking, a consortium that is working on establishing a platform for reserving public charging points for trucks in Europe. This will further increase the availability of fully electric DAF trucks, particularly for long distance transport.
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