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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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Nottinghamshire scaffolding specialist, Empire Scaffolding invests in 13 Renault Trucks to support national growth.

Empire Scaffolding, a leading scaffolding company based in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, has expanded its fleet with the addition of 13 new Renault Trucks, enhancing its operational capabilities across the UK.

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Ecovadis Gold: Seven Consecutive Years of CSR Excellence for Renault Trucks

Renault Trucks reaffirms its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, having been awarded the Ecovadis Gold certification for the seventh year in a row.

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Devon feed specialist Harpers Feeds chooses Renault Trucks tridems for fleet expansion

Devon-based agricultural feed specialist Harpers Feeds has taken delivery of two new Renault Trucks C P8X4*4 tridems vehicles from local dealer Sparks Commercials, marking the company's first investment in the Renault Trucks brand.

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Back on the road again - MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd showcase Off-Road Performance, Durability and Innovation at their 2025 Lion's Off-Road Experience.

Leading commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd is back on the road, embarking on a three-week nationwide tour to showcase the off-road performance, durability, and innovation of its construction-focused range.

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‘IT JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER’ – NWH GROUP STRENGTHENS ITS LEADERSHIP WITH ANOTHER SEVEN HARSH SKIPS AND HOOKS

The NWH Group of Dalkeith is in the process of adding another seven HARSH – fitted trucks to its fleet, reinforcing its position as the UK’s No. 1 customer for HARSH bodywork.

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East Kent Recycling selects Volvo Trucks for major mixed model order

Dover-based East Kent Recycling has taken delivery of 23 new trucks supplied by Volvo.

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3 minutes read

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DAF expands range with factory-built 10x4 chassis

DAF Trucks is expanding its product range with a new 10x4 chassis designed for heavy-duty applications, particularly in construction.

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GXO and Shepherd Neame roll out first Renault Trucks E-Tech Ts

GXO Logistics, Inc, the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, has partnered with its long-standing customer, independent family brewer and pub company, Shepherd Neame, to introduce two electric Renault Trucks E-Tech Ts into its operations.

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4 minutes read

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Bosch puts its first hydrogen truck into service in plant traffic

Bosch has taken a further step on the road to climate-friendly logistics – with one of the technology company’s own products.

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FRAIKIN THE CLEAR CHOICE FOR NEW CLAYTON GLASS CONTRACT HIRE DEAL

Following a recommendation from an existing Fraikin customer, family-run independent glass supplier, Clayton Glass, has signed its first-ever contract hire deal with the commercial fleet and mobility services provider, taking delivery of three new 18-tonne rigids.

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2 minutes read

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ACEA welcomes extension of deadline for zero-emission truck and bus toll exemptions

ACEA welcomes the European Parliament’s approval of the extension of the deadline that allows member states to fully exempt zero-emission trucks and buses from CO2-based road user charges.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks achieves 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating for Actros

The latest Euro NCAP Commercial Truck Ratings have awarded the Mercedes-Benz Actros (4x2 Tractor Unit) and Actros (6x2 Rigid) the highest 5-star rating, reflecting Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ commitment to road safety and advanced driver assistance technology.

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Successful World Premiere: MAN Lion’s Coach E Awarded “Sustainable Bus of the Year 2026”

The MAN Lion’s Coach E is the highlight of the MAN Truck & Bus booth at Busworld Europe. Europe’s first electric coach is celebrating its world premiere here and captivating visitors from around the globe.

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Ford Trucks reveals new generation F-MAX tractor unit

Ford Trucks unveiled its New F-MAX to the automotive and logistics media.

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2 minutes read

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New AI assistant from MAN makes digital fleet management even easier and faster

MAN Truck & Bus's proven digital fleet management service Perform is getting an AI-supported assistant.

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4 minutes read

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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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2 minutes read

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To launch our new 7.5t & 9.2t eCargo platforms, we’re offering a free chassis for the first five October orders!

We’re proud to announce the launch of our new 7.5-tonne and 9.2-tonne IVECO-based eCargo platforms, delivering full-size electric chassis cabs designed for versatility, comfort, and zero-emission operation.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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