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Scania launches battery-electric CrewCab for rescue vehicles
Scania launches its first-ever battery-electric CrewCab for fire, airport and civil rescue operations. The new CP31L 4x2 is purpose-built to support demanding emergency operations with zero tailpipe emissions, equipped with 356 kWh installed battery capacity and a 90 percent state-of-charge window.

DAF starts production of XG Electric and XG+ Electric
DAF has started series production of the XG Electric and XG+ Electric. The Eindhoven-built vehicles combine award-winning, highly efficient electric powertrain technology with superior driver comfort. The first truck, a XG+ tractor with 350 kW/480 hp, will be delivered to the German logistics service provider Hellmold & Plank.

Farizon SV L3H3 106kWh Shows How the Large Electric Van Market is Entering a New Phase
The Farizon SV L3H3, equipped with the substantial 106kWh battery pack, arrives with in the UK with serious intent. While the Farizon badge may still be unfamiliar to many UK operators, the brand sits within the extensive automotive portfolio of Volvo Cars’ Chinese parent Geely, and that industrial backing is evident in the overall maturity of the vehicle.

IVECO unveils the first road-ready eDaily with integrated dynamic and static wireless charging, marking a new step toward the future of mobility
IVECO has unveiled the first road-ready eDaily with integrated dynamic and static wireless charging, marking a major step forward in sustainable mobility and real-world application of inductive charging technology.

NFDA Urges Government to Reject ZEV Mandate for Heavy Trucks
The NFDA has called on the Government not to introduce a ZEV mandate for heavy trucks, warning that limited demand and a lack of HGV charging infrastructure make such a policy unworkable.

Fischer Panda UK | Power Solutions Builds on Strong Foundations with Leadership Transition
With the start of 2026, Fischer Panda UK | Power Solutions enters a new phase, ensuring continuity while building on its strong foundations

Fischer Panda UK | Power Solutions Announces the Retirement of Long-Serving Director David Payne
After eight impactful years, David Payne, Technical Sales & Business Development Director at Fischer Panda UK | Power Solutions, is embarking on a well-deserved retirement.

Yutong TE7 Electric Truck Now Eligible for Plug-in Truck Grant
Pelican Electric Trucks is delighted to announce that the Yutong TE7 7.5-tonne electric truck has been officially approved for the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) Plug-in Truck Grant scheme

Bradshaw EV Announces Exclusive Partnership with Glutton
Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, one of the country’s leading providers of waste management vehicles, has announced that it has been named as the sole distributor in the UK for street cleaning equipment specialist, Glutton.

Labcraft SceneLite enhances trailer loading safety at Road Transport Expo
Labcraft, a leading UK-based designer and manufacturer of innovative LED lighting solutions, showcased its SceneLite SI9 high-performance lighting unit at this year’s Road Transport Expo.
BS Trailer Services cuts vehicle downtime with call handling from TNS 365
Truck and trailer hire specialist BS Trailer Services has reduced vehicle downtime for its customers since switching to TNS 365 to handle its out of hours call service

Scania to supply 60 new battery-electric city buses to the South Australian state government
Landmark agreement builds on Scania’s existing strong relationship with South Australia, and contributes significantly to the state’s sustainability and electrification targets.

Zero emission urban stars fit the bill for utility fleets
Bradshaw EVs leads the way where good air quality matters most

MAN starts series production of electric trucks
After a century of diesel trucks: MAN is now manufacturing electric trucks in series production

Scania launches MCS rapid charging solution at EVS38, a new era for heavy electric transport
Megawatt Charging System is up to two times faster than today’s CCS2 standard, promising 80 percent battery charge in less than 30 minutes.

First-ever heavy-duty electric freight truck crosses the Channel from Dover to Calais by ferr
Kuehne+Nagel has successfully transported freight from the UK to France in a Renault Trucks E-Tech T via ferry.