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Daimler Truck, Volvo Group, Toyota, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility and MB Energy have outlined a joint plan to accelerate hydrogen trucking in Europe. Starting from Germany, the initiative aims to coordinate vehicle deployment, hydrogen supply and high-capacity refuelling infrastru…

Skyworth Auto is making its first appearance at IAA Transportation in Hannover with five electrified and intelligent commercial vehicles. The line-up is led by the global premiere of the Z9, a battery-electric heavy truck combining Level 4 autonomous driving with connected fleet management capabilit…

Impact’s new UNIVERSUS traction battery platform gives industrial vehicle manufacturers a common architecture for different applications, voltage classes and battery chemistries. With interchangeable LFP and NMC options, scalable energy capacity and Impact’s in-house BMS, the platform is designed to…

From long-haul transport and urban mobility to construction and mining, commercial vehicles operate in very different environments but increasingly face common challenges. Through its Connecting Worlds philosophy, JOST brings together technologies and expertise across its brands to address electrifi…

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…

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.

As electric commercial vehicle fleets grow, grid capacity, depot space and charging operations are becoming increasingly important constraints. Electreon argues that wireless charging can help distribute energy demand across depots, terminals and routes, reducing reliance on conventional plug-in cha…

Cummins is showcasing its broad technology portfolio at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, at Hall 19/20, Stand 21A. Visitors can see a range of solutions, from Euro 7-ready advanced diesel and natural gas engines to hydrogen storage solutions, battery-electric power options, and innovati…

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Scania has introduced the new Dynamic package for its R and S series, with a redesigned front end, digital mirrors and extensive changes to the driver environment. Aerodynamic improvements also reduce energy consumption by up to 3% on electric trucks and 2% on combustion-powered models.

MAN introduced an extensively updated eTGX at IAA Transportation 2026, combining a redesigned cab with improved aerodynamics and a new generation of batteries. Range increases to 660 km with six battery packs, while a seven-pack configuration will extend the electric truck's capabilities beyond 700 …

BYD has officially introduced its new ETT 44 electric tractor to the European market. The 4×2 flagship combines a 651 kWh Blade Battery with 750 kW of power and a claimed range of 600 km, while supporting charging at up to 1.5 MW.

Skyworth Auto is making its first appearance at IAA Transportation in Hannover with five electrified and intelligent commercial vehicles. The line-up is led by the global premiere of the Z9, a battery-electric heavy truck combining Level 4 autonomous driving with connected fleet management capabilit…

Skyworth Auto will make its first appearance at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover with five next-generation commercial vehicles. The line-up will include the global premiere of the Skyworth Z9, a new battery-electric heavy truck combining Level 4 autonomous driving with intelligent connectivity.

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Kia has revealed the PV7, the second model in its dedicated electric PBV family. Larger than the PV5, the new van offers up to 8 cubic metres of cargo capacity, a preliminary WLTP range of more than 460 km and an 800-volt architecture for faster charging.

Stellantis Pro One unveiled BOW. at IAA Transportation 2026, a fully electric autonomous vehicle concept developed to explore new approaches to last-mile logistics. The group also presented its new Smart Compact Van, an updated Fiat TRIS and a 13-vehicle line-up from its commercial vehicle brands.

At just 85 cm wide, the new Komma Cargo combines a four-wheel tilting architecture with 1,000 litres of cargo capacity, a top speed of 95 km/h and up to 160 km of range. The electric commercial vehicle has been designed primarily for urban delivery operations.

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.

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…

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BYD is preparing to step up its presence in the European truck market, with major product unveilings expected at IAA Transportation 2026. Domenico Gostoli, BYD’s head of trucks and buses for Europe, explains the Chinese manufacturer’s plans for products, local operations, after-sales and its future …

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…

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, …

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Scania is launching Venture & New Business China, a dedicated platform to develop and test new technologies and business models in the world's largest truck market. The initiative will initially focus on electrification and autonomous transport, working with Chinese customers, technology partners an…

The Quantron brand is starting a new chapter in the zero-emission commercial vehicle market. Quantron China, a new joint venture established with Chinese technology company HyperView, will develop battery-electric and hydrogen trucks and buses, with Foxconn selected as industrial manufacturing partn…

Stellantis Pro One has unveiled a new logo reflecting the evolution of the Group's commercial vehicle business beyond vehicles towards a broader ecosystem of services and solutions for professional customers. The new visual identity comes as Pro One prepares to showcase its latest developments at IA…

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…

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Daimler Truck, Volvo Group, Toyota, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility and MB Energy have outlined a joint plan to accelerate hydrogen trucking in Europe. Starting from Germany, the initiative aims to coordinate vehicle deployment, hydrogen supply and high-capacity refuelling infrastru…

IVECO and Toyota Motor Europe are joining forces to develop two next-generation hydrogen fuel cell heavy-duty truck prototypes. The 44-tonne vehicles will combine IVECO's heavy-duty truck platform with Toyota's third-generation fuel cell technology and will be tested in real-world operations as part…

Scania and Toyota have announced a major hydrogen partnership that will put 40 fuel cell heavy-duty vehicles into real-world operations. Toyota will supply its latest third-generation, 300 kW fuel cell systems for trucks operated within Scania's Pilot Partner programme, with the first vehicles expec…

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…

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.

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Cummins is showcasing its broad technology portfolio at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, at Hall 19/20, Stand 21A. Visitors can see a range of solutions, from Euro 7-ready advanced diesel and natural gas engines to hydrogen storage solutions, battery-electric power options, and innovati…

Vector has recently introduced vSECC.InPlug, a new communication controller designed to provide greater flexibility in the layout of DC charging infrastructure for electric truck and bus depots. By integrating charging communication directly into the connector, the system enables distances of up to …

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