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Some of the biggest names in the truck, automotive, energy and technology industries are joining forces to accelerate hydrogen-powered heavy-duty transport in Europe. The initiative will focus on coordinating vehicles, refuelling infrastructure and hydrogen supply, with further details to be unveile…

At IAA Transportation 2026, Stoneridge will unveil its new EVO ECU platform, designed for software-defined commercial vehicles, alongside its Innovation Truck featuring advanced integrated vision systems and connected technologies for trucks and trailers. Come meet the team at Hall 21, Stand C44.

Ahead of IAA Transportation 2026, Cespira CEO Carlos Gonzalez tells Sustainable Truck&Van why the company's next-generation HPDI 3.0 technology is designed to bridge today's bio-LNG market with tomorrow's hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines, while stressing that infrastructure and fuel econ…

Europe’s transition to zero-emission road transport will take time, with millions of conventional trucks still in operation. Truck1 data from more than 100,000 used truck and tractor unit listings shows why the secondary market will remain crucial for fleet renewal – and how electric trucks could gr…

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JOST will bring a broad range of new components and systems to IAA Transportation 2026, with a particular focus on modularity, automation and electrification. Highlights will include the new ADDTRONIC fifth wheel platform, a modular ROCKINGER towing system and the DCA One4All axle platform.

DELIVAN, the new European-focused commercial vehicle brand from Chery, will unveil its first two production electric vans at IAA Transportation 2026. The Hannover premiere will mark the transition from concepts to production vehicles ahead of the brand’s phased European market launch in 2027.

Cummins will unveil the European version of its X15N heavy-duty natural gas engine at IAA Transportation 2026, alongside the new X10 and a range of electric and hydrogen technologies. The company is also preparing to announce a significant expansion of its European capabilities during the Hannover s…

MAXUS will use IAA Transportation 2026 to look beyond the vans and pick-ups for which it is currently known in Europe. The SAIC-owned brand will showcase a near-production 40-tonne electric truck alongside an autonomous RoboVAN concept, while strengthening its German operations through direct distri…

Chinese electric truck manufacturer Windrose is putting Europe at the centre of its global strategy. According to founder and CEO Wen Han, the company's Antwerp site will become its main hub for assembly, parts logistics and global R&D, while the UK is expected to become a second European hub.

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MAN will unveil a significantly updated eTGX at IAA Transportation 2026, featuring a redesigned cab, improved aerodynamics and a new generation of batteries. Range increases to 660 km with six battery packs, while a future seven-pack configuration is expected to push the electric truck beyond 700 km…

Einride plans to deploy 500 Tesla Semi trucks across its North American freight network, in what the company describes as the world's largest Tesla Semi deployment to date. The trucks will serve Amazon and other customers, with the first vehicles entering operations from September 2026.

Two Scania battery-electric trucks are now hauling iron ore 1,250 metres underground at LKAB's Malmberget mine in Sweden. With a payload of more than 70 tonnes and 624 kWh batteries, the vehicles represent Scania's first battery-electric trucks deployed in heavy underground mining operations.

Dutch dairy transport specialist Van Der Mierden Transport has taken delivery of a distinctive DAF XD Electric for milk collection operations. The 4×2 electric tractor combines a 350 kW driveline and 525 kWh battery pack with a claimed range of more than 500 kilometres.

Einride is expanding its electric freight operations for Lidl in Sweden, increasing annual electric mileage from 474,000 to 832,000 kilometers. The partnership, active since 2020 in Stockholm, will now cover longer-haul routes across several regions of central Sweden through Einride's Freight Capaci…

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Kia will unveil the new PV7 at IAA Transportation in Hannover on September 14. The second model in the Korean manufacturer’s PBV family will sit above the PV5, offering more space and versatility for professional applications, while further expanding Kia’s presence in the electric commercial vehicle…

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has confirmed that the next-generation Amarok will be offered as a fully electric pickup, marking a major step in the brand's electrification strategy. The new model is expected to arrive towards the end of the decade alongside internal combustion and plug-in hybrid va…

The electric pickups have been delivered to Sheffield-based MHH Contracting, a family-owned company working in the waste removal and recycling field. The two D-Max EVs are among the first to arrive with customers, especially in Europe.

Renault is also upgrading the performance of its electric range with a new battery manufactured in Europe and assembled in France, at the Renault Batilly plant. While capacity remains unchanged at 87 kWh, it now uses mid-nickel battery chemistry. This technology improves thermal management and optim…

Renault Group has obtained all the necessary regulatory approvals to acquire the stakes held by Volvo Group and CMA CGM Group in Flexis (45% and 10% respectively), bringing its ownership to 100% and making Flexis a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group.

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Cespira, the joint venture between Volvo and Westport, has announced the new generation of its patented HPDI 3.0 injection system, which will be launched at IAA Transportation 2026. Scott Baker, Chief Technical Officer, gave us a sneak peek at some of the changes made to the well-known HPDI system, …

The newly-announced “Power to Go Further” Electric tour starts on April 15 from Paris, to reach Berlin on April 23. The initiative wants to show how actual e-truck charging corridors are already available in Europe. Starting from this initiative, which involves e-trucks from five European manufactur…

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Aumovio has completed the sale of its manufacturing site in Mechelen, Belgium, to Dumarey Group, finalising the transaction announced last April. The plant and around 300 employees are being transferred to Dumarey, while existing customer relationships remain with Aumovio.

Iveco Group reported higher second-quarter revenues despite lower profitability, while confirming that Tata Motors' tender offer is expected to launch in early September and close by early November. The company also announced that CFO Anna Tanganelli will step down once the acquisition is substantia…

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MAN Truck & Bus has started real-world testing of three hydrogen fuel cell trucks as part of its Bayernflotte research project. Operated by logistics company LoadFox for three months, the vehicles will cover regular routes in southern Germany, with a targeted range of between 450 and 500 kilometres.

As first reported by sister publication Powertrain International, Weichai has achieved China VI certification for its WP15 hydrogen internal combustion engine, paving the way for wider commercial deployment of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty vehicles in the Chinese market.

“AFIR is a cornerstone policy for the development of Europe’s zero-emission trucking ecosystem. Maintaining its current ambition reinforces the regulatory certainty needed to unlock investment in hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, support vehicle deployment, and give fleet operators the confidence …

KEYOU will be responsible for the hydrogen conversion, with service providers of the Munich-based company adapting vehicles and engines accordingly. Market launch is planned for 2027. So, Daimler Truck plans to sell Mercedes-Benz Actros L 1848 tractor units and engines manufactured in Mannheim based…

The agreement has the target to finalize the integration and commercialization of the patented Cespira’s HPDI fuel system technology to enable Volvo Group’s 13-litre engine to run on hydrogen.

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Kempower has analysed public charging data collected between 2022 and 2025 across 11 European countries. Peak charging power increased by 32% and energy delivered per session by 12%, while charging times fell slightly. However, a significant gap remains between peak and average power actually delive…

California, British Columbia, Oregon, Washington and Baja California have launched the BC2BC ZEV Corridor initiative, aimed at creating a cross-border charging and hydrogen refuelling network for zero-emission trucks along the West Coast. The initial infrastructure plan includes 20 charging stations…

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks is adding a parking search function to its Truck Remote App, allowing drivers to check the capacity and occupancy of truck parking areas. Around 2,000 locations on German motorways will be available at launch, while Austria and other European countries are expected to follow.

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Battery-electric trucks could reach a commercial tipping point around 2030 as falling costs improve their competitiveness against diesel, according to a new Carbon Tracker study. The report expects adoption to accelerate once TCO parity is reached, while warning that European manufacturers face incr…

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