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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.

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Joint statement from H2Accelerate senior decision-makers regarding the scale-up of hydrogen truck and infrastructure deployment in Europe

Since December 2020, the H2Accelerate collaboration has brought together its hydrogen truck OEM and infrastructure provider members to accelerate the uptake of low-carbon hydrogen for trucking in Europe.

Post by John Millar

11 minutes read

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Schmitz Cargobull and Berger Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH join forces

The relevant authorities have approved Schmitz Cargobull AG’s 49-percent investment in Berger Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH as agreed between the companies in September 2023.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

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Matt black Mercedes-Benz Actros is Xpression’s shining star

This stunning Mercedes-Benz Actros L rig is now bringing cutting edge artificial intelligence-driven performance analysis to some of the UK’s leading professional sports teams.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Successful Launch: Nikola Produces 42, Wholesales 35 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Trucks for Customers in U.S. and Canada in 2023

Nikola Corporation in 2023 produced 42 and wholesaled 35 Class 8 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Nikola and FirstElement Fuel Forge 10-Year Strategic Partnership to Advance Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure

FirstElement Fuel named authorized Fueling Solutions Partner for Nikola Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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DAF sets the standard for Electric Truck Centres

DAF Trucks has revealed its next steps for equipping its UK DAF Dealer network to support operators in their uptake of electric vehicles (EVs).

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Jonathan Pertchik Joins Nikola Board of Directors

Former TravelCenters of America CEO and Managing Director strengthens Nikola’s leadership

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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R.L Proudlock & Sons stays loyal to Volvo with new FH 540

Northumberland-based R.L Proudlock & Sons has taken delivery of a versatile Volvo FH 540 Globetrotter 6x2 tractor unit, plated for 65-tonne GCW operation.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Street Smart: New electrical architecture gives Scania vehicles a smart technology boost

Scania announces new technological upgrades to its vehicles including a new Electrical System Architecture, Smart Dash and Over The Air software updates

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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DAF introduces Efficiency Champions

Numerous innovations typify multi-award winners

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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Broughton Transport Solutions selects first top spec Renault Trucks T Highs

Broughton Transport Solutions Ltd, specialist in UK and international temperature-controlled and ambient transport, has added the first Renault Trucks T Highs to its 60-strong mixed fleet.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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ACCESS XL EXPANDS TAIL-LIFT RANGE AS PALFINGER COMES ON BOARD

Access XL, part of XL Global Group and a leader in the design and manufacture of hydraulic lifts for commercial vehicles, is delighted to announce a new partnership with PALFINGER.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Renewable energy: The Renault Trucks industrial site in Bourg-en-Bresse to be equipped with 17 hectares of solar canopies

Renault Trucks is pursuing its energy transition with a far-reaching project, undertaken in partnership with TotalEnergies.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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H2Accelerate collaboration calls for stronger UK policy framework to support hydrogen trucks

The H2Accelerate collaboration has today published the latest in a series of whitepapers on the need for supportive policy frameworks to enable the commercialisation of the hydrogen truck sector.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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TEVVA OFFICIALLY ONE OF THE UK'S MOST INNOVATIVE TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY CREATORS

Business Cloud revealed its TransportTech Innovation 50 ranking for 2023. Tevva is officially one of the UK's most innovative transport technology creators, ranked in the Top 10.

Post by John Millar

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High Five: Scania’s new biogas engines have just got greener

Scania launches two new 13-litre biogas engines producing 420hp and 460hp, which can save up to 5% on fuel used on long-haul operations

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Reliability and fuel efficiency secures Volvo Trucks another 30-strong order at Owens Group

Owens Group has started taking delivery of 30 new Volvo tractor units, following the strong fuel economy and reliability seen in 60 trucks the manufacturer supplied to the company in 2021.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Nikola Corporation Prices Offerings of Common Stock and Convertible Senior Notes

Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA) today announced the pricing of its concurrent public offerings of 133,333,334 shares of common stock, at a public offering price of $0.75 per share, and $175,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 8.25% Green Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the “Notes”).

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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Brocklehurst Transport selects Renault Trucks T480 High Turbo Compound

Brocklehurst Transport Ltd has taken delivery of a Renault Trucks T480 High Turbo Compound 6x2 tractor unit, the first Renault truck to be added to its 28 strong fleet, supplied by JDS Truck and Van

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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HGV TESTING PROGRAMME ACCELERATES WITH DYNO METRIC ANALYSIS

We’re delighted to have achieved another major milestone in our vehicle test programme as we progress to dyno metric testing of our hydrogen fuel cell HGV.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Clean options for long-distance haulage: Horizon Europe guarantee

Supported through a Horizon Europe guarantee grant, Electra Commercial Vehicles and the University of Surrey will be helping heavy-duty vehicles travel further and more sustainably.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Nikola Corporation Announces Proposed Offerings of Common Stock and Convertible Senior Notes

Nikola Corporation today announced its intention to offer, subject to market and other conditions.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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Hyzon Announces Christian Mohrdieck As Chief Technology Officer

Former cellcentric/Daimler Executive Brings Extensive C-Suite Leadership Experience in Fuel Cell Technology Development and Commercialization

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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MAN Truck & Bus UK takes to the road delivering 12 days of Christmas cheer with charity partner Alzheimer’s Society.

Leading Commercial Vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus takes to the road today as they start their 12 day tour of the country delivering Christmas cheer thanking the army of carers and volunteers who selflessly support those living with dementia.

Post by John Millar

7 minutes read
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