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.
TIP trials groundbreaking axle energy recuperation refrigeration technology
TIP is accelerating its move towards decarbonised refrigeration transportation in the UK with its latest trial of zero emission ‘e-reefer’ temperature-controlled trailer technology.
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Palfinger UK to open New Service Centre in London
Palfinger UK is delighted to announce the signing of a long-term lease for a new Service Centre in London, strategically located to enhance connectivity and support for businesses in central and greater London.
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MAN is entering a new electric era
The MAN eTGX used by DRÄXLMAIER has 450 HP (330 kW), a battery capacity of 534 kWh (of which 480 kWh can be used) with six battery packs, an innovative design and a fully digital driver's workplace that was specially designed for the eTruck.
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Les Searle Group goes for Totalkare pit lane install
The Les Searle Group has updated its in-house repair and maintenance capabilities with new Totalkare equipment.
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Asda invests in new bio-LNG refuelling stations
Asda is investing in two new Bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refuelling facilities, as the retailer continues to make progress towards reducing overall carbon emissions.
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Renault Trucks celebrates the 60th anniversary of its Bourg-en-Bresse plant
The Renault Trucks heavy duty vehicles assembly plant in Bourg-en-Bresse, proudly anchored in the Rhône-Alpes Auvergne region since opening in 1964, is celebrating 60 years of industrial excellence this year.
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Chiltern Distribution boosts fuel economy with first Renault Trucks in fleet
Specialising in cost-effective logistics for frozen, chilled, ambient and pharmaceutical distribution across the UK and Europe, Chiltern Distribution have added their first two Renault Trucks T High 520 6X2 Pusher tractor units to their 50-vehicle-strong fleet.
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75 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks for Simon Loos
A huge milestone for Simon Loos in the field of electric driving.
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Alliance Flooring Distribution lays the foundation for a greener future with Volvo Trucks
Alliance Flooring Distribution (ADL) has taken delivery of two Volvo FM Electric 4x2 trucks and an FH Aero 460 6x2 tractor unit, marking the business’ latest investments in its ambitious sustainability journey.
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Renault Trucks T, C and K Model Year 2025 - enhanced productivity and fuel efficiency
Renault Trucks announces the launch of its Model Year 2025 heavy-duty trucks onto the market.
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First Renault Trucks E-Tech T in UK customer operation
Renault Trucks delivers its first electric tractor unit in the UK to Welch's Transport as part of the eFREIGHT 2030 initiative.
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New Generation DAF trucks: Powering Customer Success
As part of its DAF Transport Efficiency philosophy, DAF is introducing a full suite of new innovations for its New Generation DAF series to power customer success.
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Robinsons rolls out the barrel with new DAF XB dray fleet
Robinsons Brewery, one of the largest independent, family-run breweries in the UK, has taken delivery of three new DAF XB 260 ‘FT’ urban artics to supplement its existing DAF LF vehicles, and signalling an exclusive DAF presence to the company’s fleet.
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MAN eTruck includes MAN DigitalServices package as standard
With the purchase of a new MAN eTGX or eTGS, the customer receives a bundle of digital services for five years at no additional cost.
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Why Sparshatt Truck & Van has been renamed as SAGA Truck and Van
Making its first move into the UK, RCM SAGA, led by the group’s president Ronan Chabot, takes on four locations in Sittingbourne, Dartford, Ashford and Tonbridge, rebranding Sparshatt as SAGA Truck and Van.
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Hall of Fame: Sharp Freight's Scania 770 S V8
Congratulations to the newest addition to our Hall of Fame, which is none other than Sharp Freight and their stunning custom Scania 770 S V8.
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RH Commercial Vehicles expands territory with acquisition of new site in Coventry.
RHCV has announced the acquisition of Renault Truck Commercials Coventry dealership for an undisclosed sum, making them one of the leading independent distributors in the Renault Trucks Network.
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British van manufacturing hits 14-year high
British commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturing fell -10.0% in August, following July’s rise, as 6,044 units rolled out of UK factories, according to new figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Production of the first Prometeon-branded tyres for the European and Turkish markets begins
The Prometeon-branded Serie 02 tyres, which will be produced at the historic Izmit plant in Turkey, have been unveiled.
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Dungannon Depot Now Open!
Mercedes-Benz opens new £6m truck and van aftersales facility in Dungannon MBNI’s new Co Tyrone site expected to create 20 jobs
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Nostrop Storage turns to Volvo for its first-ever brand-new truck
Yorkshire’s Nostrop Storage has taken delivery of a Volvo FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor unit, to bolster its busy general haulage operations.
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Manheim Auction Services confirms first sale date for its new Gloucester super centre!
Manheim Auction Services, part of Cox Automotive, is launching its new fortnightly sales programme at its Gloucester super centre on Thursday 24 October at 10am.
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PreZero expands electric fleet with 30 collection vehicles
PreZero has a national first by loading trucks with a charging facility located above vehicles
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THE HARSH 18T SKIPLOADER – CLEARLY THE WRIGHT STUFF!
HARSH has just supplied its first skiploader to Wrights of Crockey Hill Ltd, one of Yorkshire’s longest established plant hire and skiploader companies.
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