The new generation will support the vehicle’s safety functions, namely its blind spot and moving-off information systems, which are required in commercial vehicles subject to the EU General Safety Regulation.

Daimler Truck North America is leading a lawsuit against the California Air Resources Board as it seeks to block the state of California from enforcing emissions standards that were rendered null and void by the federal government in June.

Autonomous terminal tractors installed with Outrider’s system will be deployed in limited numbers during the second half of this year.

Although it is today a manufacturer of various electric products – including e-powertrains, battery packs, and electrolysers – American engine manufacturer Cummins Inc is also concerned about regulation that focuses only on tailpipe emissions rather than a holistic well-to-wheels approach. In a previous conversation with Truck & Bus Builder, Bill Lamb, director of Cummins’ engine business platform strategy, noted that, with the current rate of battery-electric truck adoption, commercial vehicle manufacturers will find it extremely challenging to meet future CO2 emissions reduction targets without the help of two alternatives to pure electric: hybrid and biofuels. We met again at the recent Road Transport Expo, held between 24-26 June at NAEC Stoneleigh, to discuss not only alternatives to electric but also Cummins’ progress towards Euro 7.

The market for heavy goods vehicles in Britain continued its decline in the second quarter of 2025, with registrations falling by 11.2% compared with the same period of the year before, according to statistics published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Company reports 30% sales rise in June.

According to ANAC, the truck market has seen an upward trend since July 2024.

Commercial vehicle sales grew by 17.2% to 8,580 units in the first half of this year, compared with 7,319 from January to June 2024.

The 5-day programme had representatives from across the Asia Pacific region.

He joins ZF from components manufacturer ADM Group, having served in various roles including plant head and company president.

Tsien brings more than four decades of experience in the automotive industry, primarily at General Motors, where he served as executive vice president and chief technology officer.

Truck-maker looks to strengthen its operations ahead of the merger with Hino.