Brazilian truck production fell by 38.5% in the first nine months of 2023 to 71,765 trucks compared with 116,675 units in the same period of the previous year, according to data from the São Paulo-based ANFAVEA.

All trucks segments recorded a fall in demand, except for semi-light truck segment, which grew by 24.1% totalling 6,638 units in the first nine months compared with 5,348 units in the same period of the previous year.

T&BB decided to have a closer look at the world’s 4th biggest tyre manufacturer as it looks to expand its global presence through fleet digitalisation, product range and aftermarket services in the context of the impending Euro VII regulation.

" .... the European truck market appeared to defy deteriorating macro conditions this summer as selling rates rose sharply."

President Transnet Corporation, a leading Taiwanese logistics company, is the first company in the country to commit to the eCanter in advance of its official launch in the country early next year. The company operates one of the largest truck fleets in the country which includes close to 1,700 Fuso units.

The first Quester was launched in 2013 in Thailand and the model is now available in 46 countries across four continents.

The third-generation demo truck, powered by a Cummins ‘X15N’ engine with renewable natural gas, hauled a fully loaded trailer on an 840-mile round trip in California to collect performance data.

Post pandemic, BAE Systems increasing its efforts to add more transit bus customers to its client portfolio but also new customers in truck, marine and military. Tom Webb, Director Business Development at BAE Systems explains the company's approach to market.

The four projects are expected to take place over seven years, with the first two allocated for planning and procurement and the next five for trials.

The British startup manufacturer of electric trucks has issued a repudiation of ElectraMeccanica’s allegations and has announced its intention to take legal action.

Together with the regional electric truck, Scania is introducing a new electric powertrain, called 'EM C1-4', which is more powerful than the drive systems installed in its lighter distribution and tipper trucks.

New trucks in the ‘D’ range – the D, D Wide, and D Wide LEC – now feature exterior stylings which Renault Trucks’ designers say are intended to create a visual link between its heavy-duty ‘C’ and ‘T’ trucks and its van range.