Author: Eoin Cuttle

Chinese manufacturer Sany has unveiled what it claims to be the world’s first intelligent hybrid pump truck, alongside a new electric mixer truck and a 33-metre pump truck.

Ford has revealed the Transit City, its new electric van designed to offer a cheaper entry-point to the brand’s existing line-up.

Renault will showcase a production version of its new Trafic E-Tech electric van at this year’s CV Show in Birmingham, marking the model’s debut ahead of orders opening later in 2026.

This year sees Mercedes-Benz mark the 130th anniversary of the world’s first truck. Presented by Gottlieb Daimler in 1896, the two‑cylinder “Phoenix” rear‑mounted engine delivered four horsepower via a displacement of 1.06 litres, driving the rear axle via a belt system. Coil springs protected the sensitive engine from vibrations, and the front axle was steered

Co-op in the UK is expanding its electric home delivery fleet with Toyota with a £1.5 million investment to replace and upgrade its own vehicle fleet.

An Opel Combo Electric is the 17-millionth vehicle produced at Stellantis Vigo since it began operations in 1958.

Schmitz Cargobull is expanding its production network with the opening of a new assembly plant in Oradea, Romania.

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) in the UK has appointed James Dillon as its new technical director, succeeding the retiring Neil Pattimore.

Land Rover Ireland pulled out all of the stops earlier this week when it hosted a media drive at the 800-acre Killruddery Estate in Co Wicklow, which saw a convoy of Defender Hard Top commercials reach the summit of the Little Sugar Loaf mountain.

Ford Pro has partnered with ChargePoint to offer commercial customers in Ireland access to integrated home and depot charging solutions designed specifically for fleet operators, while keeping vehicle and charging data connected through the Ford Pro Telematics platform.

A new specialist rescue vehicle based on the Ineos Grenadier 4×4 platform has been officially launched for Kerry Mountain Rescue Team in Killarney National Park.