On February 26, MAZ OJSC, the managing company of the BELAVTOMAZ holding, signed an agreement with UzBelMotors LLC to establish a joint truck assembly plant.
The agreement was signed during the official visit of a government delegation to Uzbekistan, emphasizing the strategic importance of this new stage of cooperat
On February 27, the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), in partnership with global company Autotech, which specialises in developing autonomous vehicle systems, as well as AD Ports Group, started the pilot operation of autonomous logistics and freight trucks in Abu Dhabi.
The project focuses on evaluat
On February 26, KAMAZ announced its plans for 2026.
As part of its expansion strategy, the company will build and launch a new assembly line for K5-generation cabins. The new line will enable the production of up to 35,000 cabins per year, with capacity expected to increase to 60,000 units at a later stage.
In 2026,
The automotive sector is a dynamic industry, shaped by digitalization, innovation, and evolving regulations. Yet, one issue remains persistently difficult, and has become even more acute since the COVID-19 pandemic: driver shortages. At Busworld Europe 2025, industry stakeholders emphasized the urgency of overcoming
Reported on February 26, 2026, Riddara Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. outlined its 2026 strategy, including plans to expand its lineup with another fully electric pickup model to complement the existing RD6 and ECON models. The new additions, including single-cab versions, will target fleet operators and family buye
On February 25, Harbinger acquired autonomous driving company Phantom AI. In addition to this acquisition, Harbinger and ZF Group's ADAS business unit for passenger cars is also announcing a deal to license Phantom AI's computer vision for its passenger car ADAS products.
Harbinger will also incorporate Phantom AI's
On February 25, Kamaz PJSC and BATE OJSC, the management company of the Automotive Components holding (Belarus), signed an agreement to supply the Russian auto giant with components worth a total of over RUB 540 million. It will help to strengthen technological sovereignty and implement import substitution programs.
On February 17, the Government of Chile announced that Santiago’s Metropolitan Public Transport System reached a fleet of 4,088 EV buses in operation, positioning the capital as the city with the largest number of electric buses outside China.
According to the Metropolitan Public Transport Directorate (DTPM), the mil
On February 20, Grupo CISA announced the arrival and start of operations of a 100% electric bi-articulated bus on Mexico City's public transport system “Metrobús”, marking a key step in the line's transition to electromobility.
The 27-meter BYD unit, tested for over six months in China, will reduce approximately 15.5
On February 24, FIOM-CGIL, FIM-CISL, and FISMIC unions announced that Iveco presented its 2026 industrial plan for commercial vehicles at a meeting in Turin. After a difficult 2025 with lower production, volumes are expected to increase at all Italian plants this year. Investment in products and processes in Italy wi
On February 24, the Federal Ministry of Transport announced that 151 transport companies across Germany will receive a total of EUR 417 million in funding under the current program to promote alternative drive systems for passenger buses. The funding will support the procurement of 1,887 new electric buses. The progr
On February 13, Beiqi Foton Motor Co., Ltd. (Foton Motor) announced the recent signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Shandong Port Land-Sea International Logistics Group Co., Ltd. (SPG Logistics), followed by the inauguration of a joint venture (JV) between the two companies.
The two companies will levera
On February 24, Torc Robotics announced the expansion of its autonomous truck testing operations to public roads in Michigan using the latest-generation Daimler Truck autonomous chassis based on the Freightliner Cascadia.
The expansion in Michigan marks a significant step in Torc’s path to commercialization and cont
On February 16, the Ministry of the Economy, Luxembourg, launched its first call for projects dedicated to the acquisition of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles. It will offer aid that can cover up to 100% of eligible costs, corresponding to the difference between a zero-emission vehicle and a comparable vehicle equip
On February 24, Daimler Buses announced that it will showcase Mercedes-Benz eCitaro with its new NMC4 battery generation at Mobility Move 2026, Berlin, from March 10–12. Visitors can also explore digital services from Omniplus ON, charging solutions from Omniplus CHARGE, and training programs for workshop staff and d
On February 3, Scania announced the consolidation of all its business entities in China under a single unified structure: Scania Group China. The Group is granted high local autonomy while ensuring it remains in close synergy with Scania’s global strategic roadmap.
This positioning is designed to deliver optimized so
On February 23, Detroit, Daimler Truck North America’s powertrain brand and leading manufacturer of heavy-duty truck engines, announced its new Gen 6 heavy-duty engine portfolio, comprised of the DD13, DD15 and DD16.
The Detroit Gen 6 engines are fully compliant with the EPA’s 2027 standard and will be available for
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