First Hydrogen’s HFC-powered LCVs recently received type approval certification from the Vehicle Certification Authority (VCA) in Britain.

The vehicle is equipped with a Paccar MX-13 12.9 litre 510 hp engine, a Paccar TX-12 automated transmission, and a 21-gallon diesel tank as well as the Aurora Driver level 4 autonomous driving software. 

At IAA Transportation 2022 in Hanover and at its Global Technology Day in Jeversen, ZF presented two truck-trailer combinations which showcased the company’s safety systems and its technologies for reducing fuel consumption, respectively.

Thermo King is partnering with refrigerated vehicle leasing firm Petit Forestier and the Institut Français de Formation en Énergétique (IFFEN) to offer a work-study training programme for budding young transport refrigeration technicians in France.

Globitas intend to strengthen Geesinknorba’s balance sheet and make new capital available to grow the company internationally.

Called Fyrqom, the joint venture between Volvo, Qamcom and CEO Roman Iustin will focus on developing automated systems for tyre pressure monitoring in heavy-duty vehicles.

The investment from British retailer, EG group, is intended for the production of a hydrogen fuel cell Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV). 

The European Union published two amendments to its existing regulations concerning the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of heavy-duty vehicles, extending compliance to trailers, semi-trailers, medium trucks and buses and coaches. 

The Dry Liner STG is suitable for operation in a long-truck combination (type 3), equipped with a reversing camera, LED side marker lights as well as an air-suspended axle unit with a self-steering axle to allow safe manoeuvring.  

Electromin, a turnkey e-mobility provider, will act as Quantron’s distribution partner in Saudi Arabia for the ‘Qargo 4 EV’, which was launched in April 2022.

e-tractors with swappable battery packs could be the answer for China's regional and long haul trucking operations.

The first class 8 battery electric Freightliner eCascadia truck has now been delivered to food distribution company, Sysco Corporation, following an order in May for 800 units.