Dubbed ‘Eco Nex Technology’, the box body on display at the show demonstrated Wabash’s capabilities in bringing down weight and cost in its truck bodies.

The new warehouse is intended to improve logistics and production at the site, where aluminium doors, automatic door systems, and ramps and lifts are made for buses, coaches, and trains.

Several of the vehicles were shown in order to promote the work that Poindexter’s brands have done to design bodies which are better suited to the characteristics and demands of the electric driveline: one of these was ‘Project Blackjack’, a proof-of-concept vehicle with a lightweight and aerodynamic Morgan truck body.

Jim Castelaz, who founded the company back in 2009 and is now Chief Technology & Revenue Officer, described Motiv to T&BB as “Silicon Valley meets Motor City”.

Peterbilt’s new system, called ‘Digital Vision System-Mirrors’ (DVS-M), employs three high dynamic range or HDR cameras on the driver and passenger sides of the cab.

Carese is to take over responsibilities for the cabin frame modules commencing April 15th, replacing Aethra Automotive Systems (which file for bankruptcy), absorbing its activities and also its employees.

The company has several patented features making up its bellows and towards the end of this year it will bring to market its new articuated chassis system for buses.

The new ‘Volvo FH Aero’, announced earlier this year, will launch in EMEA and Asia-Pacific markets over the next two years with Stoneridge’s mirror-camera system installed.

The “Legendary Package” is a special version of the Class 8 Model 589 range with retro styling and vintage Peterbilt branding inside and out.

The ‘FM Low Entry’ is a 19-32 tonne (GVW) truck which is intended for urban use in distribution, waste, and construction applications.

The fuel efficiency gains have been achieved primarily through a new aerodynamic cab design.

"This endeavour seeks to enhance the skills and employability of these women, enabling them to pursue their dreams. This perfectly aligns with our brand philosophy of "Koi Manzil Door Nahin”," says Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Leyland.