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    Daimler Truck Launched On Stock Exchange As An Independent Company
    Posted On: December 10, 2021
    Today's first day of trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange marks the start of a new era for Daimler Truck. ...
    Daimler Truck AG & BP To Pioneer Deployment Of Hydrogen Infrastructure, Supporting The Decarbonization of UK Freight Transport
    Posted On: October 28, 2021
    Daimler Truck AG and BP Advanced Mobility Limited announced plans to work together to help accelerate the introduction of a hydrogen network, supporting the roll-out of a key technology for the decarbonization of UK freight transport. ...
    Mercedes-Benz Adds Apple and Android Smartphone Compatibility to Trucks
    Posted On: April 24, 2017
    While passenger cars have been offering compatibility with modern smartphones for some time, HGV drivers have not been as lucky, having to make do with less convenient methods of accessing features and functions available on cutting-edge devices while behind the wheel... ...
    Volvo Trucks Predicts Falling HGV Sales
    Posted On: October 28, 2016
    2017 will be a tough year for truck manufacturers across Europe and North America, as the latest figures from Volvo suggest that demand will be down and profits are likely to take a hit as a result, according to the Daily Mail... ...
    Mercedes-Benz Works with Krone on Efficiency-Enhancing Truck Designs
    Posted On: September 21, 2016
    Trailer manufacturer Krone and German auto giant Mercedes-Benz have announced a new partnership which will see the two companies come together to create trucks which are as fuel-efficient and environmentally sustainable as possible, according to the Financial Times... ...
    All-Electric Truck from Mercedes-Benz Unveiled
    Posted On: August 3, 2016
    A HGV which relies solely on electric power was announced last week by Mercedes-Benz Trucks, ushering in a new era of efficient, ecologically sustainable vehicles which will allow it to compete with ambitious international rivals such as Tesla... ...
    Major Truck Manufacturers Hit with EU Fines
    Posted On: July 29, 2016
    Fines totalling £2.46 billion have been imposed on some of the biggest truck brands on the planet as a result of a price-fixing scandal which lasted almost a decade and a half, according to BBC News... ...
    Trucks Complete Semi-Autonomous Platooning Challenge
    Posted On: April 14, 2016
    After media coverage and expectations built gradually in the run-up to the European Truck Platooning Challenge, the completion of this historic event has seen an explosion of interest in the achievements of the manufacturers involved... ...
    Brazil Slump Drags Down Daimler
    Posted On: September 11, 2015
    Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz trucks division is facing tough market conditions in South America due to problems in Brazil... ...
    Self-Driving Lorry Approved For Use On Roads
    Posted On: May 7, 2015
    Autonomous vehicles are on the horizon, and while they may not impact the consumer market in a meaningful way for many years, the commercial sector is likely to be influenced by self-driving trucks much sooner... ...
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    Your Guide To Buying Used Vans In The UK
    Posted 11/09/2026
    Truck Locator makes it easy to find the right used van for your needs, providing photos, videos, and detailed specifications along with the seller’s contact information and the other vehicles they have for sale. ...
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    Rave Reviews & First-Class Demo See BCD Logistics Take 5 New Volvo FH Aeros
    Posted 10/09/2026
    BCD Logistics has added its first-ever batch of Volvo trucks to its fleet, taking delivery of five FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter tractor units following the impressive performance of a demonstrator. ...
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    DPD Chooses Mercedes-Benz Vans For New EVs
    Posted 10/09/2026
    Mercedes-Benz Vans today announces that leading delivery company DPD has selected dealer eStar to supply 341 eSprinters as part of a wider fleet agreement. ...
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    The Truck Locator Buyer’s Guide To Luton Vans
    Posted 09/09/2026
    If you're in the market for a vehicle to transport lightweight but bulky cargo, explore Luton vans for sale on TruckLocator.co.uk. ...
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    MAN Forms Strategic Partnership With RMMV & WB Group & Revives Polish Truck Brand Star
    Posted 08/09/2026
    The aim of this partnership is to combine the complementary strengths and expertise of the three companies to address European defence requirements more effectively. ...
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    'Beyond Diesel': MAN Explains How Electric Trucks Become A Competitive Advantage Today
    Posted 07/09/2026
    A new strategic report from MAN Truck & Bus titled “Beyond Diesel” demonstrates through three international fleets at different stages of electrification that early adopters are gaining a structural competitive advantage. ...
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    How To Find Vans On TruckLocator.co.uk
    Posted 31/08/2026
    Bookmark this guide as a reference for finding new and used vans for sale or rent in the United Kingdom. ...
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    Volvo Releases Special-Edition Truck To Celebrate Its 100-Year Anniversary
    Posted 19/08/2026
    In a prelude to the Volvo Group’s 100th anniversary celebrations in 2027, Volvo Trucks has unveiled a new special version of its FH, FH16, FH Aero, and FH16 Aero tractor units. ...
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    A Plessas Transport Expands Krone Fleet With Further Container Equipment Investment
    Posted 14/08/2026
    The Felixstowe-based operator adds Krone Box Liner FS10 chassis and eLT3-40 straight frames as business continues to grow. ...
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    New Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle Powers Up Its 1-Tonne-Plus Payload, 3,500-KG Towing Capacity & Permanent Four-Wheel Drive For VoltWorx26
    Posted 07/08/2026
    The New Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle pickup demonstrated its work-ready toughness coupled with zero-emission performance at VoltWorx26 in East Sussex. ...
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