On October 28, multiple sources reported that Nigerian SINOTRUK Limited has introduced Sitrak electric commercial trucks in Nigeria. These electric trucks will target businesses looking to improve distribution efficiency while managing costs. It will also help reduce fleet operating expenses, especially energy costs.

On October 15, multiple sources reported that Zonda Tec Ghana Limited launched the HOWO T3M light-duty truck. HOWO is a truck brand under Sinotruk. Zonda is the authorized assembler and dealer of Sinotruk vehicles in Ghana. HOWO T3M will support agriculture, retail, logistics, and distribution segments in Ghana. The

On September 14, Shandong Heavy Industry Group presented its new energy product matrix, showcasing five models including the new-generation Sinotruk 4×2 pure electric tractor, Weichai Power's customized CTB battery, and Hande Axle's latest drive axle, at IAA Transportation 2026.
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On August 28, Sinotruk announced that it will display new energy and traditional power commercial vehicles, core components, energy solutions, and full lifecycle service capabilities at IAA Transportation 2026.
Sinotruk will exhibit five commercial vehicle products, covering all-scenario commercial operating conditio

On August 18, Algeria-based Tirsam Group welcomed the President and CEO of SINOTRUK at its Batna plant. They launched a project to establish a new line for welding heavy trucks. It will help to develop the manufacturing system, enhance technical and industrial capabilities, and support the transfer of technology and

Reported on July 27, 2026, NEX Point Public Company Limited (NEX) was appointed by Sinotruk International Co., Ltd. (Sinotruk) as the exclusive distributor of Howo and Sitrak electric heavy-duty trucks in Thailand.
As part of the partnership, Sinotruk will provide technical information, product certification support,

Announced on July 23, 2026, Sinotruk and TMT Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement in May 2026, covering 2026–2031, with plans to develop a commercial vehicle manufacturing and assembly complex in Vietnam for domestic demand and to gradually build supply capacity for ASEAN markets.
The planned complex will u

On July 17, multiple sources reported that Zonda Tec Ghana Limited launched an electric heavy-duty tipper truck in the country. The HOWO V7X dump trucks are manufactured by Sinotruk. The truck has a 340-kilowatt electric motor and a 400-kilowatt-hour battery. It can travel between 170 and 180 kilometres on a full loa

JD Logistics, Inc. (JD Logistics) announced on July 3 that, in collaboration with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd (Sinotruk) and Inceptio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd (Inceptio Technology), it had officially launched the express delivery industry’s first demonstration application of L4 autonomous hea

On May 25, Saturn Corporation announced the expansion of its assembly plant in Kigamboni. This strategic investment will enable the local assembly of pick-ups and other light-duty vehicles in Tanzania. The company also announced a strategic collaboration with Sinotruk, China’s largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer.
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According to the Kazakhstan Automobile Union (KAU), Kazakhstan's total automobile production in 2025, including passenger cars, buses, and trucks, reached 171,144 units, a significant increase of 17.8% from 145,290 units in 2024.
The country's new car sales in 2025 came to 234,852 units, a 14.4% increase compared to

On March 3, Steyr Automotive started production of trucks for Sinotruk under a contract manufacturing agreement. The diesel-powered and fully electric models in various configurations will be produced at the Steyr site. The first vehicle was completed on March 3, 2026.
Initially, assembly will be done using SKD (sem

On October 20, Sinotruk released a set of sales figures.
In September, Sinotruk exported 15,000 heavy-duty trucks (HDTs), hitting a new high for monthly exports in China’s HDT industry. From January to September, the revenue totaled USD 22.89 billion, up 14.9% year-over-year (y/y), and the finished vehicle sales volu

On October 11, Shandong Heavy Industry Group Co., Ltd. (SHIG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shandong Gold Group Co., Ltd. (SD-Gold) in Jinan.
Under the agreement, the two companies will cooperate in areas such as R&D and application of mining equipment, green logistics transportation, and sharing of g

On September 17, multiple sources reported that Aseel Auto Import Company, Libya has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Sinotruk, one of China’s largest heavy-duty truck manufacturers.
The first branch of Sinotruk was opened in the country. 
The agreement with Aseel Auto forms part of Sinotruk’s expansio

On August 15, multiple sources reported that although two months have passed since the Ethiopian Customs Commission had announced a ban on the import of Sinotruk vehicles over persistent safety and technical defects, no exemptions or special permits had been granted during that period.
The Commission stated that Sino

On August 12, the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan announced that the Kazakhstani company Saran Machinery has signed a joint venture (JV) agreement with Sinotruk to produce commercial and specialized equipment in Kazakhstan. The project is being implemented with the assistance of the Government of the Republi

On February 17, VGV Motor Russia announced that Motor Place, the official distributor of VGV vehicles in Russia, will introduce the Bolden S6 pickup truck in Russia. It is scheduled for the first half of 2025. Its dimensions are 5,365 × 1,895 × 1,890 mm.
It has a WP2H turbodiesel engine with a power of 177 hp and a t

On January 7, multiple sources reported that Ilya Automotive Industries launched a new brand, Ilya Pars Kian (IPK). IPK will produce the luxury crossover " U75 Plus AVENTRA " domestically in collaboration with China's Sinotruck and Ilya Automotive Industries. It is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged GDi engine that

On December 17, China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd. (Sinotruk) announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between Shandong Heavy Industry Group Co., Ltd. (SHIG) and JD.com, Inc. (JD).
Under the agreement, SHIG and JD will conduct comprehensive and in-depth cooperation in areas such as inte