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.
New Chief Sales Officer and changes on the Supervisory Board at Schmitz Cargobull
Ralph Kleideiter appointed Chief Sales Officer, leading Sales division on the Schmitz Cargobull Management Board / Yvonne Seggewiss succeeds Manuel Terhürne on the Supervisory Board
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Van Hool Acquires Tankcare Engineering Ltd. and Launches Van Hool Industrial Vehicles UK in the UK & Ireland
Van Hool is excited to announce the acquisition of Tankcare Engineering and the launch of Van Hool Industrial Vehicles UK in the UK & Ireland.
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The French Garden upgrades its fleet
New Covent Garden Market wholesaler The French Garden (TFG) has purchased three new Renault tractor units for its 13.6 ft trailers, to improve efficiency and enhance the look of its fleet.
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Fleete starts construction on major UK commercial vehicle electric charging hub at Port of Tilbury
Fleete has unveiled its first major project in the UK with the development of a dedicated commercial vehicle rapid electric charging hub, believed to be the largest in the country.
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MAN electric trucks have already covered 500,000 kilometres in real logistics operations by 2025
Since the beginning of 2025, well over 100 eTrucks from MAN have been successfully deployed by logistics service providers from Germany, Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands, among others - including well-known names such as Duvenbeck, DB Schenker, Dachser, Dräxlmaier and Koopman.
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Hawkins Logistics Soars with Michelin Multi-Life Tyres
Fast-growing Hawkins Logistics has adopted a Michelin tyre policy to boost the performance and longevity of its rubber while ensuring its laser-like focus on compliance continues.
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Internal wash system unveiled for transport used in food sector
British company, WNV Systems has unveiled a new internal trailer wash system, which will be used to help transport companies, especially in the food retail sector in ensuring no cross-contamination between loads.
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Innovative Roadmenders power off the Econ production line for SSE
Econ Engineering has successfully delivered the final three of its market leading roadmender highway repairs vehicles to leading energy company SSE under a long-standing partnership.
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Renault Trucks unveils The Good City, the 100% decarbonised city
What if the zero-emission city already existed? Renault Trucks presents The Good City, an interactive town that reflects the increasing electrification of transport.
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MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd announces new charity fundraising partner - Mind
Swindon-based MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd has announced that they have chosen Mind, the national mental health charity, as their fundraising partner for 2025 and 2026. The decision to support Mind was based on strong employee support, with many employees having personal connections to the charity.
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DAF XD ‘future-proofs’ Grundon to 2030 and beyond
Following an initial delivery of a New Generation DAF XD 450 8x4 with Boughton hook-loader body, Grundon Waste Management has said that the DAF XD product range has all the attributes to future-proof its business to 2030 and beyond.
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Bury St Edmunds win Scania Service Team of the Year
TruckEast Bury St Edmunds is victorious, winning Scania's Service Team of the Year!
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DAF XB series named ‘Best Truck’ at Fleet News Awards
The New Generation DAF XB is named ‘Best Truck’ in the light distribution category at the Fleet News Awards 2025 in London.
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Six new Volvo FH Aero trucks to spearhead Joda Freight's growing operation
Joda Freight has expanded its busy commercial vehicle fleet with the addition of six new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units.
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Leyland Trucks donates DAF XD to Cornwall College to support armed forces training
Leyland Trucks has gifted a DAF XD to Cornwall College’s motor vehicle training programme, reinforcing its commitment to supporting military personnel through its Armed Forces Covenant pledge.
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SAGA Truck and Van Completes Acquisition of Motus Truck & Van with an Exciting Future Ahead
SAGA Truck and Van has officially completed the acquisition of Motus Truck & Van, the Mercedes-Benz Truck and Van division of Motus Group (UK), marking the formation of one of the largest Mercedes-Benz Truck, Mercedes-Benz Van, and FUSO partnerships in the UK.
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Co-op Showcases Sustainability Benefits of New Carrier Transicold Supra HE 11 MT in First UK Trial
As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing sustainability across its temperature-controlled commercial vehicle fleet, Co-op has successfully completed the first UK trial of the new Carrier Transicold Supra® High Efficiency (HE) 11 Multi-Temperature (MT) truck refrigeration unit.
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Asset Alliance Group helps GT Produce grow its operation
GT Produce has expanded its fleet with four new Toyota following the addition of five MAN curtainside rigids last year.
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Solar panels on trucks: less fuel, less degradation
PACCAR Parts offers lightweight cells for cab and trailer roofs
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BetterFleet Lands $15M to Accelerate Global Adoption of Breakthrough AI-Enabled EV Charging Management for Fleets
AI-driven platform for optimized fleet planning, charging, and operations set to scale internationally as BetterFleet closes Series A with leading venture firms
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Mandata partners with Optimize to unlock greater efficiencies through AI Route Optimisation
Leading Newcastle-based Transport Management System (TMS) software provider Mandata (Management and Data Services) Ltd, has partnered with AI route optimisation specialist Optimize, to give road haulage operators in the UK and Ireland, access to the latest AI – powered route optimisation, in one software platform.
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Recycling Partnership fleet comes of age with 21st Mercedes-Benz Econic
Sussex-based waste management specialist The Recycling Partnership has completed its transformation to an all-Mercedes-Benz Econic fleet of 21 refuse collection vehicles, with the arrival of two new chassis from Dealer SAGA Truck and Van.
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Exeter Window Store goes electric with Renault Trucks
Devon-based uPVC superstore, Exeter Window Store, has taken delivery of its first-ever electric van, a Renault Trucks E-Tech Trafic Red EDITION.
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100% UPTIME – RR DAVIES LTD SHOWS WHY SOUTH WALES IS GETTING HOOKED ON HARSH
RR Davies has taken delivery of a new 450hp 8x4 DAF XD mounted with a Harsh HH26 hookloader body.
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