Munich-based braking system manufacturer, Knorr-Bremse AG is to collaborate with a major, as yet un-named, Chinese electric bus builder to supply customised EBS systems.

Japanese lifestyle retailer, MUJI and Finnish autonomous driving company, Sensible 4, have launched GACHA, which they claim is the first autonomous driving bus (minibus pod) for all weather conditions.

The Dearman-Hubbard transport refrigeration unit, designed by the Dearman Engine Co Ltd, built by Hubbard Products Ltd and which is fitted to a Paneltex semi-trailer, has started a one month demonstration tour in Europe.

Battery maker, Akasol AG, which opened a new EUR10m headquarters and production facility in Langen during 2018, is now making further investment to build a new and larger facility in Darmstadt.

Teletrac Navman, a branch of Teletrac Navman Group, is showcasing its established and successful Director – a fully comprehensive fleet management system developed over more than 25 years.

Woodall Nicholson Holdings Ltd has acquired the entire share capital of JM Engineering Ltd and Promech Solutions Ltd.

Emissions reduction specialist, Eminox Ltd recently became the first UK aftermarket manufacturer to receive UNECE Regulation 49 certification for its Euro VI diesel particulate filter product range.

The European Commission (EC - the executive body of the European Union) together with the European Investment Bank (EIB) have launched the CEF Transport Blending Facility, a new financial instrument to support projects contributing to the environmental sustainability and efficiency of the transport sector in Europe.

Ingersoll Rand-owned Thermo King and Frigoblock plan to reveal new and revised products at this year's Commercial Vehicle Show enabling urban, long haul and home delivery refrigerated transport to remain in compliance with both EU and LEZ requirements covering noise and emissions.

BPW Bergische Achsen is launching its new ECO Disc TS2 at Bauma.

Irizar E-Mobility, the dedicated electric transportation division of the Irizar Group, has signed a contract for ten Irizar ie bus 12m electric buses with operator, Rheinbahn.

Medium and heavy truck market leader, DAF Trucks Ltd, is to present its largest ever line up of trucks at this years’ Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham.