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The European Parliament has agreed on improved Weights and Dimensions Directive rules, which better level the playing field between zero-emission and diesel-powered trucks and buses. …

Following the European Parliament vote on the Weights and Dimensions Directive, CLEPA underlines the need for further improvements and clarifications in the approved text, which would be vital for the efficient implementation of the new …

The Port of Antwerp is set for a major expansion with the approval of the Western Access to Waaslandhaven project by the Flemish government, which will enable it to handle an additional 7 m containers a year. …

IRU has reiterated the urgent need for more safe and secure parking areas at a conference in the European Parliament. The debate was followed by the Excellence in Truck Parking award ceremony. …

The strike is said to cost Ford about $1.09 m a day. Production has stopped at Ford's factory in Saarlouis, Germany, after a strike at neighboring suppliers disrupted parts deliveries. …

Digital Ship, a commercial maritime publication, has presented an update on the marine cybersecurity landscape covering potential threats, mistakes shipping companies make and vulnerabilities that are frequently exploited. …

The EU’s 2035 ban on new cars with internal combustion engines is the least popular climate protection measure in Germany, France, and Poland, even among voters of centre-left parties, a new survey conducted in the three countries showed …

In the wake of recent global disruptions, Europe’s leading carmakers and tier-one suppliers are harnessing advanced digital technologies to fortify their supply chains. …

The car was to be the first electric model to be produced at the main plant in Wolfsburg. Volkswagen has now announced that it will continue to build the ID.3 exclusively in Saxony. Demand remains too low. …

ACEA’s Economic and Market Report provides data on car sales, production, and trade in Europe and globally. Sales …

Why do fewer women work in road transport than other sectors? How can we accelerate change? These are the questions a group of women IRU New Industry Shapers are set to tackle. …

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez is calling on the maritime sector to take greater steps to support gender equality and women’s empowerment.  …

Germany's federal prosecutors are looking into charges of terrorism and "anti-constitutional sabotage." …

In anticipation of the Plenary vote on the revision of the Weights & Dimensions Directive which will take place on 12 March 2024, CLECAT issued  voting recommendations reflecting its position according the amendments tabled …

A new analysis confirms the value of the hydrogen transportation projects carried out over the last two decades by the Clean Hydrogen JU and its predecessors.   …

Rivian on Thursday, 7 March 2024, introduced its smaller, less expensive electric R2 SUVs and R3 crossovers with plans to start producing the R2 at its existing US factory to hasten deliveries in the first half of 2026. …

The new photovoltaic infrastructure, which is located on the roof of the vehicle silo of the VTE concession on the East Dock, will be finished in the last quarter of 2024. …

The review provides a litany of what the authors call 'car harm,' in estimated global totals of deaths, injuries and other miseries. …

The Mirafiori factory will operate at a reduced rate of one eight-hour daily shift, instead of the two regular ones. …

Bearing AI has updated its Fleet Deployment Optimizer (FDO) solution that promises to revolutionise how shipping companies manage emissions. …