With the medium-duty truck being a versatile tool for both transport and urban utility applications, PMV Middle East looks at what some of the most popular brands in this segment in the Middle East offer to the market
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Volvo announces plunge into hydrogen-powered trucks, to start tests by 2026
Trucks using hydrogen in internal combustion engines to begin testing in two years with Volvo eyeing commercial launch within the decade
Scania goes commercial with autonomous trucks, opens up orders for 40-tonner in mining segment
Orders now open for self-driving versions of Scania 40-tonne heavy tipper for mining, to be followed by 50-tonne model, as delivers to start in Australia from 2026
Scania demonstrates solutions for sustainable cities at IFAT 2024 in Munich
Vehicles with diverse green power sources, such as electric, bio-methane and bio-diesel for waste and recycling for civic applications make up Scania’s display at world’s biggest trade fair for waste, water and raw materials management
Euro Auctions to formally open new Gulf headquarters in Abu Dhabi at June 24 Middle East sale
Abu Dhabi site to attract vendors from across the Gulf, India, China and East Asia seeking a world audience to trade with Euro Auctions, as live sales events continue to be in favour with regional buyers
Scania adds more solutions to its electric range, with ranges of up to 520km
New offerings from Scania include Green batteries that last through a truck’s lifespan, two new electric machines and 6×4 bogie axle configurations for extra traction and high ranges for 29-tonne trucks
A long look at the region’s long-haul trucks sector
Manufacturers are concentrating on sustainability, technology enhancements and service solutions as they improve the safety, economy, efficiency and driver comfort of their long-haul truck models
Bridgestone launches Webfleet fleet management solution in the UAEÂ
Launched in collaboration with local partners from Al Masaood Group and Alserkal, Bridgestone’s global technology solution to support fleet managers and improve efficiency in the country
Volvo Trucks expands FH truck range, launches new Volvo FH Aero model
Swedish truck giant calls model a new benchmark for energy efficient heavy-duty trucks as it incorporates greater safety, comfort and efficiency features in the Volvo FH Aero