The two companies have signed an exclusivity agreement with the deal expected to be finalised by late 2024. This acquisition will enhance JOST's portfolio, particularly in hydraulic systems used in transport, agriculture, and infrastructure industries.

Northvolt says it must reduce its total workforce by 20% and its Swedish workforce in particular by 25% to stay afloat.

Siemens aims to transform the eMobility business into a “more agile, focused and efficient market player” with greater freedom to pursue external partnerships.

The company expanded its Certified Reman remanufacturing program to include its Spicer Off-Highway drivetrain components (axles, transmissions, torque converters and gearboxes). Available at Dana facilities across Europe and North America, the Reman program will extend equipment life cycles, improve customer ROI and increase the sustainability of its Spicer products.

RNG, derived from organic waste such as agricultural or landfill materials, can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These fuel systems, tailored for the specific needs of refuse vehicles, allow the fleet to maintain efficiency while reducing their carbon footprint.

MFTBC first started trials of the new model in November 2023 in Kawasaki City, in partnership with the Ministry of the Environment.

The German manufacturer will take advantage of Karba’s existing sales network for firefighting vehicles and equipment.

DAF Trucks celebrated 50 years of DAFaid, its roadside assistance service. Over the years, it has evolved into a comprehensive service, handling around 100,000 roadside jobs annually, including support for non-DAF vehicles like trailers, buses, and agricultural equipment. The service is available 24/7.

Incentives include tax exemptions of between two and eight years, financial support and streamlined regulations (with other nations).

The state government of Western Australia, together with the federal government, is committing AUD125m towards the manufacture of buses on the BZL Electric chassis in Perth.

DAF has joined an international e-charging reservation platform called HDV Booking, which aims to streamline the reservation of public charging stations for electric trucks across Europe.

Fuso confirmed the trials would take place using its light-duty eCanter trucks equipped with Ample’s swappable battery module.