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Components & Technology

Aerodynamics

Tevva carries out aerodynamic testing of 7.5-tonne electric truck

UK

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Aerodynamics

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R&D

Tevva carries out aerodynamic testing of 7.5-tonne electric truck

By Bradley Osborne – 21st December 2022

The two-day session saw a scale model of the 7.5-tonne Tevva truck facing winds of up to 80 mph, providing data on how airflow might affect the vehicle’s range and performance.

Van Hool introduces new touring coach range

Belgium

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Product

Van Hool introduces new touring coach range

By Bradley Osborne – 14th December 2022

ZF showcases safety and fuel-efficiency technologies in demo truck-trailers

Germany

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Product

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Exhibitions

ZF showcases safety and fuel-efficiency technologies in demo truck-trailers

By Bradley Osborne – 27th November 2022

Mercedes-Benz showcases range of driver assistance and energy saving features for electric vans

Germany

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Electric Drive

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Product

Mercedes-Benz showcases range of driver assistance and energy saving features for electric vans

By Bradley Osborne – 15th September 2022

Navistar launches updated LT Series of long-haul trucks

USA

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Product

Navistar launches updated LT Series of long-haul trucks

By Bradley Osborne – 23rd August 2022

USA

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Product

New Western Star on-highway truck launched by Daimler Truck NA

By Bradley Osborne – 19th August 2022

The ‘57X’ is the successor to the ‘5700XE’, providing fuel savings of 5.8% compared to its predecessor, thanks to alterations to the powertrain and the cab design.

Italy

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USA

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R&D

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Investment

Stellantis invests EUR33m in expanding testing capabilities

By Bradley Osborne – 17th July 2022

Stellantis has already invested in expanding its capability to test all types of electric vehicle at the Orbassano Safety Center in Italy, and it is currently investing in its wind tunnel complex in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Germany

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AI, Digitalisation & Robotics

Daimler Truck to use Siemens’ simulation software in next-gen vehicle design

By Bradley Osborne – 17th March 2022

The German manufacturer will employ Siemens' Simcenter STAR-CCM+ to accurately model air flow around a vehicle concept in order to improve aerodynamics and thermal management.

France

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Trailer

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Temperature Controlled

Chereau showcases eTrailer at Solutrans

By Will Hall – 15th November 2021

Chereau has unveiled its new electric reefer featuring solar panel and a regenerative axle at the Solutrans show in Lyon.

Netherlands

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Aerodynamics

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R&D

Vion trials of Betterflow aerodynamically-optimised MB/SCB tractor-trailer combination offering fuel savings of 8%

By Jim Gibbins – 15th April 2021

A project researching an aerodynamically optimised articulated tractor-trailer combination initiated by Dutch international food producer, Vion NV of Boxtel, The Netherlands, started trials on German roads in mid-March with expectations of reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by 8%.

Germany

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Product

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Aerodynamics

Schmitz Cargobull’s EcoGeneration design claims 5% fuel saving for curtainsiders

By Jim Gibbins – 5th February 2021

Europe’s biggest trailer builder, Schmitz Cargobull AG to offer its S.CS curtainsider semi-trailer range with a new flexible aerodynamic body shapes, which enables fuel savings of up to 5%, the company claims.

Netherlands

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R&D

AEROFLEX project intensifies cooperation with Van Eck

By Jim Gibbins – 1st September 2020

Venlo-based trailer manufacturer, Van Eck Trailers B.V. of Beesd, The Netherlands (a subsidiary of Talson Trailers B.V. of Venlo, Netherlands (April 2019) and part of the Tirsan Group) is participating in the EC-supported Aeroflex Project.

UK

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Product

Don-Bur adds lifting roof to straight-frame lifting-deck trailer

By Jim Gibbins – 1st May 2020

British semi-trailer and rigid vehicle body builder, Don-Bur (Bodies & Trailers) Ltd has, for the first time, manufactured a lifting deck straight-frame tri-axle double deck trailer design with a lifting roof.

USA

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Product

Maxion Wheels’ concept cover for steer axle wheels offer potential 1% fuel saving

By Jim Gibbins – 1st November 2019

Maxion Wheels used the NACV Show in Atlanta last month to unveil the Maxion Wheels’ drag-reducing, patent-pending aerodynamic concept wheel cover for the steer axle on trucks, called Aerowheel.

USA

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Aerodynamics

Navistar signs agreement with FlowBelow for supply of custom aerodynamic drive wheel fairings starting in 2020

By Jim Gibbins – 1st November 2019

A supplier of patented aerodynamic products, FlowBelow Aero Inc, has signed an agreement with North American truck giant, Navistar Inc to supply custom aerodynamic drive wheel fairings for fitment ex-factory in 2020.

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