VECV is introducing six models under the Pro Plus name.

Cummins claims the High Power Density engine brake provides up to 40% higher levels of supplemental braking force at high engine speeds and an up-to-100% improvement at lower RPM cruising speeds.

Broshuis stated that the improvements deliver lower total cost of ownership and greater operational efficiency. The company added that the new generation of semi low loaders reinforces its commitment to providing durable, flexible and cost-effective transport solutions for specialised haulage markets.

Thermo King claims that its heat pump is 2.5 times more energy efficient than a conventional heater, providing “more miles per charge”.

Volvo’s BZR Electric coach chassis will support a range of different configurations: lengths between 9.5 and 14.9 metres, two or three axles, and a gross vehicle weight of up to 27,200 kilograms.

The C11 is the first bus to be based on BYD’s latest e-Bus Platform 3.0

"India's construction and mining sector continues to be one of our strongest business pillars, powering the next phase of national development. We're seeing a decisive shift as large contractors invest in owned assets for better control and long-term returns." Satyakam Arya, Managing Director and CEO of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles.

Approximately 680 New Flyer buses and “a small number” of MCI coaches which have already been delivered to customers are potentially at risk of developing a fault in their battery packs.

This rollout comes as India prepares for the government mandate requiring all N2 and N3 category trucks manufactured from October 1, 2025, to feature air conditioned cabins.

The trucks are to be manufactured at Mahindra’s state-of-the-art facility in Chakan, Maharashtra.

Although sluggish sales and wavering government support have cast a general shadow over the EV market, one segment has continued to enjoy healthy growth. The bus market – in particular, the market for urban buses – has experienced a rapid recovery from the slump during COVID-19, and operators and local authorities in Europe’s cities are resolutely backing battery electric over all other options available. As far as Valeo is concerned, the electric bus market is set to keep on expanding, not just in Europe but in other parts of the world as well. Having built up a great deal of expertise and capabilities in supplying components to automotive EVs, the French group is now ready to turn its attention to commercial vehicles, using its competitive scale and global reach to acquire a sizeable share of the market.

The Load Finder application is designed to match truck operators with spot shippers, identifying live truck shipment data and generating recommendations suited to the fleet’s profile.