Truck Locator Platooning Blog Archive

    Scania Tests Platooning In Norway With Ahola Transport
    Posted On: June 11, 2018
    Scania is forming a partnership with Ahola Transport to test truck platooning technology approximately 300 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle in Norway. ...
    More Truck Platooning Trials Commence by MAN Truck & Bus
    Posted On: February 26, 2018
    Autonomous interconnected trucks are beginning to become more common on roads across Europe and in other parts of the world as platooning trials operated by a number of HGV manufacturers increase in number... ...
    Autonomous Platooning Granted Approval of UK Government
    Posted On: August 29, 2017
    Self-driving trucks which can operate effectively in close convoy with one another, otherwise known as ‘platooning’, will soon be seen on British roads after the Department for Transport gave the go-ahead to a trial of the technology, according to UK Haulier... ...
    What is the Trucking Industry doing about global warming?
    Posted On: January 30, 2017
    Wherever you’re going, chances are you’ll see a truck on the road making a delivery or transporting goods... ...
    Self-Driving DAF Trucks Involved in Latest Platooning Tests
    Posted On: November 9, 2016
    Earlier this year a major challenge involving semi-autonomous synchronised trucks took place across Europe, with various manufacturers participating to show off their own so-called platooning technology... ...
    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... ...
    DAF Tests Autonomous Truck Technology
    Posted On: April 7, 2016
    DAF is just one of a number of manufacturers that participated in the European Truck Platooning Challenge this week, introducing the self-driving systems that will likely help to shape its vehicles in the future... ...
    Autonomous Trucks from Volvo Will Champion Platooning Techniques in EU
    Posted On: March 21, 2016
    Driverless truck technology is being developed by every major manufacturer at the moment, and there is a growing agreement about how best to deploy autonomous commercial vehicles to maximise their efficiency and effectiveness... ...
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    Volvo FH Aero Drives Seed & Grain Deliveries For Mortimers
    Posted 19/10/2026
    The Driffield-based grain and seed merchant recently expanded its fleet with a new Volvo FH Aero 500, its third Volvo truck in three years. ...
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    Next In Line: Scania Launches Its New Generation Touring Coach
    Posted 07/10/2026
    Scania reveals its next generation of coach to the world – the new Scania Touring. ...
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    Volvo Group Reports Significant UK & Ireland Carbon Reductions In Its Quest For Net Zero
    Posted 06/10/2026
    Volvo Group says third-party-verified statistics reveal it has reduced carbon emissions by 81% and cut its energy consumption by 56% since 2010. ...
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    A UK First: John G Russell & Scania To Thoroughly Test The Viability Of FCEV In Day-To-Day Operations
    Posted 02/10/2026
    Scottish transport and logistics company John G Russell (Transport) Ltd, in collaboration with Scania, will be one of the first to put FCEV trucks into daily operation on UK roads. ...
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    Five-Star Quartet! 4 More Scania Trucks Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating
    Posted 15/09/2026
    Joining Scania's L-series and P-series trucks, which received Euro NCAP's top rating earlier this year, are a pair of R-series and G-series trucks in 4x2 tractor and 6x2 rigid forms, respectively. ...
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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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