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.
Renault Trucks T keeps its 4 Euro NCAP stars and earns the CitySafe label
Euro NCAP, Europe’s benchmark for vehicle safety assessment, extended to heavy-duty trucks since 2024, has released the results of its latest campaign. The Renault Trucks T confirms its high safety performance: it keeps its 4-star rating with an improved overall score of 76%.
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Ringway is the first UK fleet to put Volvo FM Low Entry trucks into service
Continuing its ambition to increase the adoption of electric vehicles within its business, Ringway has become the first UK customer to take delivery of Volvo Truck’s newest model, the FM Low Entry.
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Antoine Duclaux appointed new Chief Executive Officer of Renault Trucks
Bruno Blin has decided to step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer of Renault Trucks, effective November 1st, 2025. Going forward, he will remain with the Volvo Group as Senior Adviser, contributing to various strategic projects. Antoine Duclaux, currently Senior Vice President Renault Trucks International will succeed him.
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Pall-Ex Logistics continues its journey to zero-emissions with DAF XB Electric
Pall-Ex Logistics, part of the Pall-Ex Group, one of the UK’s best-known palletised freight distribution networks, has introduced its first fully electric DAF XB Electric 190 into its national fleet, signalling its commitment to sustainable transport and decarbonisation.
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Changes to the Volvo Group Executive Board and Renault Trucks management team
After ten years of service, Bruno Blin, has decided to step down from his role as member of the Volvo Group Executive Board and President Renault Trucks. He will be replaced by Antoine Duclaux, currently Senior Vice President Renault Trucks International.
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MAN's first fully electric coach
In May, MAN became the first European manufacturer to present a fully electric coach with the new Lion's Coach E. It is now celebrating its world premiere with a new design at Busworld in Brussels.
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Volvo scores five stars in second Euro NCAP safety rating of heavy trucks
Volvo Trucks has done it again – receiving the maximum 5-star safety rating for heavy-duty trucks from the European consumer test organization Euro NCAP.
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Tesco drives emissions reduction as it rolls out 42 low-carbon trucks
Tesco has announced it has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland, to help it reach its goal to be carbon neutral across its own operations by 2035.
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks presents the new eActros 400 based on the eActros 600 - numerous new variants available
With its battery-electric eActros 600 long-haul truck, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has been producing a strong alternative to diesel trucks in series production since the end of 2024.
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With MAN eTrucks: Duvenbeck and Hillert participate in high-performance charging project
The first continuous MCS charging infrastructure for electric trucks is being built on the A2 motorway between Berlin and the Ruhr area
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Two new Isuzu 7.5 tonners for Eveready Hire
South East-based Eveready Hire has taken delivery of two new Isuzu N75.190 long wheelbase trucks from local dealer Cordwallis Group, continuing a long-standing relationship with the manufacturer that has now spanned more than two decades.
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The Mercedes-Benz star shines as Actros achieves five-star Safer Truck rating
Mercedes-Benz has joined Volvo in achieving a five-star Euro NCAP Safer Truck rating.
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EFS Global takes step toward zero-emissions future with DAF XB Electric
EFS Global – one of the UK’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding logistics, freight-forwarding and palletised distribution operators – has begun trialling its first emissions-free DAF XB Electric 190kW 4x2 rigid.
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Ballyvesey Holdings Limited consolidates their rental portfolio under the banner of Centurion Truck Rental
Ballyvesey Holdings Limited consolidates their rental portfolio under the banner of Centurion Truck Rental making this one of the United Kingdom’s leading providers of independent commercial vehicle rental.
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IVECO NEWS: Tesco takes delivery of 42 New IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks
Retailer Tesco has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas 4x2 trucks to its fleet in Livingston, Scotland. Transporting food and other goods to Tesco locations across Scotland, these trucks are each expected to cover 200,000km per year, meaning a potential annual saving of up to 6,473 tonnes of CO2 across the fleet.
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CTS Hire selects Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK to fulfil fleet expansion
Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK have been selected by CTS Hire to provide new Elite+ Narrow and ORUS compact satellite collection vehicles in support of its expanding fleet.
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Expect Distribution rolls out first electric HGVs under eFREIGHT 2030 project
Bradford-based logistics provider takes delivery of two new Renault Trucks E-Techs to serve Palletline and cardfactory contracts.
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Tomsetts Distribution targets net zero with Volvo FH Aero tractor units
Newhaven-based haulier, Tomsetts Distribution, has acquired six new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter XL trucks as part of its ambitions to reduce its carbon footprint.
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Thermo King Launches TX-Series: New High Performance and Fuel Efficient Truck Units
Replacing the previous T-Series models, the new TX-Series range offers up to 17% higher cooling capacity, up to 40kg lighter design and up to 7% better fuel efficiency.
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Asset Alliance Group shifts into a higher gear with new key management appointments
Adding strength and depth, Asset Alliance Group has made a series of promotions and appointments within its commercial vehicle (CV) division to bolster its capabilities.
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European premiere in Belgium: Giant concrete pump on a 7-axle Mercedes-Benz Arocs
Bonneux Machinery and Daimler Truck present an absolute novelty on the European market: the Bonneux Xanjer 6RZ73 concrete pump with a reach of up to 73 meters.
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Leyland Trucks celebrates £5.1m ZETTA project success, powering UK net zero ambitions
Leyland Trucks has unveiled the successful completion of its £5.1m Zero Emissions Truck Testing Automation (ZETTA) project – a landmark initiative that will accelerate the UK’s transition to zero-emission road transport and strengthen its position as a leader in clean commercial vehicle manufacturing.
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Watt a service! SAS Tech Services goes electric as it adds first eActros 600 to its 100% Mercedes-Benz fleet
SAS Tech Services has marked its 25-year commitment to Mercedes-Benz Trucks with a bold step into the future of sustainable logistics - the arrival of its first all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, supplied by trusted dealer Midlands Truck & Van.
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Renault Trucks launches Zeroing In - driving clarity on electromobility
Renault Trucks has today announced the launch of Zeroing In, a new video series designed to provide clarity on electromobility, as part of the company’s wider commitment to support operators on their journey to decarbonised transport.
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