On July 8, 2025, it was reported that Scania’s plant in Tucumán, Argentina, halted operations on July 7 and will remain inactive until at least July 20.
The temporary shutdown affects 520 workers, who will receive 75% of their gross salary under an agreement with the Smata union. The decision is attributed to a sharp

On July 1, Traton Group announced that it has launched its new Group R&D unit, bringing together about 9,000 R&D employees from Scania, MAN, International, and VW Truck & Bus. This unit is led by Niklas Klingenberg, the Traton Executive Board member responsible for R&D in the Traton Group.
These 9,000 employees will

On June 25, Scania announced that it will deliver 60 battery-electric city buses to South Australia’s Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT).
The buses will be built on Scania’s K-series two-axle platform with Volgren bodies, and will be used in Adelaide, Australia. The production starts later this year, w

On June 18, at the ANTP Forum in Riviera Maya, Scania Mexico unveiled its first fully electric regional truck, the Scania BEV 3 45R 6x2.
The BEV 3 delivers up to 603 hp and a market-leading 3,300 Nm of torque. It also features electric or electromechanical power take-off, lower noise emissions, and enhanced accelerat

On June 16, Scania unveiled its new Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for electric trucks at EVS38 in Gothenburg, Sweden. This new system enables much faster charging, supporting the shift to cleaner and more efficient heavy-duty transport.
MCS is a global standard for high-speed truck charging, capable of up to 3,000 a

On May 28, Traton Group announced that it is working to reduce its environmental impact and supports the Paris Agreement goals. Although 97% of its greenhouse gas emissions come from vehicle use, the company is also cutting emissions from its own operations, such as production and R&D, which make up about 1% of total

On May 28, Scania announced that it is exploring new business areas to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry. To speed up this shift, Scania created the Ventures and New Business (VNB) unit. The focus is on supporting its core business with ventures tied to sustainability, electrification, and autonomy.
Startups suc

On May 7, Scania Brazil announced that it now makes the front grilles known as "T-bone" using recycled PET plastic. It is produced at its São Bernardo do Campo factory.
Scania’s Brazilian procurement team worked with local suppliers who collect and recycle used PET bottles. These are cleaned, processed, and combined

On May 20, Scania introduced the new Super 11 engine, offering top performance and flexibility in the 11-litre class. Positioned between the 9-litre and 13-litre engines, the Super 11 is up to 7% more fuel-efficient than the 9-litre and weighs 85 kg less than the Super 13, allowing for more payload in weight-sensitiv

On May 15, Scania announced that it is working with Combient Foundry, a platform that connects top Nordic companies with startups to develop new technologies together. So far, Scania has started about 25 pilot projects with startups, and many have led to new tools and methods now used in the company.
Here are the thr

On May 2, Scania announced that it is testing a new bio-based rubber made from birch bark, a forest industry by-product, to potentially replace fossil-based rubber in truck parts.
Developed by Swedish start-up Reselo, the material could lower the carbon footprint of rubber used in commercial vehicles. Birch bark is u

This year's exhibition emphasised the industry’s continued drive towards a cleaner, smarter, and more connected future.
BAUMA 2025 is expected to have drawn over 600,000 visitors from over 200 countries. The event featured more than 3,600 exhibitors from 57 countries, showcasing innovations across 614,000 square mete

On April 16, Scania launched a new 6x2*4 battery-electric bus variant, expanding its electric bus lineup. This low-entry model offers higher passenger capacity than the previous 4x2 version, making it ideal for city, suburban, and short intercity routes.
It features a new rear axle, upgraded e-machine, and improved c

On March 11, Scania launched a new extended, and more efficient e-machine for its battery-electric bus platform. The new e-machine is an entire compact drive device, consisting of an electric motor, inverter, gearbox, and oil system.  
It comes with four different power options: 240 kW, 270 kW, 300 kW, and 330 kW. Th

On March 10, Traton Group announced a 1% increase in sales revenue for 2024, reaching EUR 47.5 billion despite slightly lower unit sales.
The Group’s adjusted operating profit grew by 8.7% to EUR 4.4 billion, with a 9.2% adjusted operating return on sales, surpassing the forecasted range of 8.0% to 9.0%.
As key highl

On February 13, Scania announced the adoption of renewable biomethane gas to replace natural gas at its São Bernardo do Campo plant in Brazil. This transition aims to cut fossil CO2 emissions by approximately 250 tons per month, totaling 2,750 tons annually.
Christopher Podgorski, President, and CEO of Scania’s Indus

On January 23, Scania Argentina announced the delivery of a demo vehicle to Grupo Autobuses in Santa Fe, Argentina, to test real-world performance on daily routes.
The demo vehicle, a Scania K280 gas-powered bus, features four lightweight T4 CNG tanks made of high-strength polymer and carbon fiber, with an 868-liter

On December 18, Scania collaborated with OpenAI marking a key step in its digital transformation, focusing on adopting ChatGPT Enterprise across the company. The move supports Scania’s goal to become a "Software and Data Leader" and aligns with TRATON Group’s strategy to drive sustainable transport solutions through

On November 20, TRATON Group announced that its new partnership with Hubject from Germany, enhancing its charging network and enabling access to a larger network with simplified billing and consistent pricing. The collaboration strengthens TRATON Charging Solutions’ position in Europe and opens doors for global expan

On November 20, Euro NCAP announced the first set of results for its new TRUCK SAFE assessment programme. Total nine trucks were assessed, including DAF XF, Iveco S-WAY, MAN TGX, Mercedes-Benz Actros L, Renault Trucks T, Scania R-series, Scania G-series, Volvo FH Aero, and Volvo FM.
Volvo’s FH Aero and FM models both