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Neptune Group of Companies has taken delivery of the next-generation “Neptune Pireas”, the first of four newbuildings under its “Genesis Project”, marking a defining milestone in the Group’s fleet renewal and expansion strategy. …

The European Union’s current regulatory framework for heavy-duty vehicles is excessively complex and fails to adequately support the industry’s commitment to decarbonisation. …

In the Q1 period, Europe is the top export region for new finished vehicles from China, accounting for 21% or 490K. …

The government and observers from Germany welcomed that the first-ever conference on the move away from fossil fuels in Colombia provided the right space for a large group of countries to discuss how to advance the transition. …

With the recent publication in the Official Journal of the EU, titled ‘Amendment of Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 regarding the calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods from 2025 to 2029’, the adjustm …

The conflict in the Middle East is starting to have an effect on the European auto market, with demand for new and used electric vehicles soaring as fuel prices reach levels not seen since 2022. …

Germany's automotive industry is more advanced in its shift towards electric vehicles than public debates suggest, but a minority of laggard companies is skewing the debate and risks slowing the transition, according to a survey of car i …

Talks between EU lawmakers and governments on implementing a U.S. trade deal ended without a breakthrough on Wednesday night. …

We are happy to announce that Gerace Trasporti is the newest member of ECG! …

IRU welcomes the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism’s (TRAN) support for key positions on the Roadworthiness Package and the revision of Eurovignette rules on CO₂ emission classes for heavy-duty vehicles with traile …

Rocsys has launched its next-generation hands-free charging system, the S2, targeting heavy-duty electric vehicle operations across ports, terminals and logistics hubs. …

The Q1 2026 benchmark shows a widening gap between contract and spot markets. Contract rates rose to 140.1 index points, up 3.2 points quarter on quarter and 8.9 points year on year. …

 The current instability in the Middle East and the volatility in global energy markets strengthen the case for accelerating the move away from fossil fuels in road transport. …

European shipping key for Europe’s security with 34.5% of global fleet, study finds …

The UK new car market grew by 24.0% to reach 149,247 registrations last month, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). …

Spedition van Mark, based in Ostfriesland, operates seven Iveco S-Way 500 LNG trucks fuelled with Bio-LNG, according to Eurotransport TV. The vehicles run in a two-shift system and can reach up to 300,000 km a year. …

We are happy to announce that Siem Car Carriers has joined ECG!  …

Ahead of the EU–US trade agreement trilogues scheduled for Wednesday 6 May, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) urges co-legislators to conclude negotiations as swiftly as possible. …

Germany’s VDA auto industry lobby group called for de-escalation in the tariff dispute between the U.S. …

Etihad Rail Freight, a subsidiary of Etihad Rail, has completed its first-ever shipment of finished vehicles for an automotive dealership in the UAE -in what has been described as “a significant step” in the development of the logistics …

Long penalised by a specific railway gauge, Spain is accelerating its integration into the European network. …

Today, the Council formally adopted a targeted amendment to the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles. …

The European commercial vehicle market started 2026 on a positive note, with performance varying across segments. …