The ‘Heat Belt’ is designed to provide close-to-body warmth between 36 and 40 degrees Celsius while using just 70 watts of energy, providing a low-energy alternative to conventional heating systems.

In the first phase of construction, ZF will build a 12,000-square-metre plant covering four product lines: advanced driver assistance systems, high performance computing, safety electronics, and chassis control.

Tasked with increasing sales by optimising sales structures and customer service, De Haan brings with him many years of managerial experience in the logistics sector, acquiring expertise in vehicle sales, rental and service.

The ACEA published a position paper which reviews the current European Council directive on the maximum weights and dimensions of heavy-duty vehicles and provides recommendations for changes which it believes would be more accommodating to zero-emission vehicles.