Technology is rapidly transforming the automotive industry, and drivers need to be aware of the changes ahead. Starting next July 6, a new European regulation will come into force, affecting all new vehicles registered from that date onwards. The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has announced that it will be mandatory to equip a series of advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), as part of an effort to improve safety on the roads.
Exciting news comes to the racing world: the FIA Motorsport Games will include truck racing in its event this year at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo! This great addition not only highlights the importance of the announcement, but also the imposing size of these vehicles that will roar into Valencia in October 2024. This year's edition of the FIA Motorsport Games, from October 23 to 27, will feature the participation of 26 different motorsport categories, all gathered at the iconic Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Cheste. SRO Motorsports Group and the FIA join forces with the support of the European Truck Racing Association and promoters of various national series to present a unique entry list in this competition. The Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship teams will compete at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo, joining a host of international drivers from championships around the world. The format will include two 30-minute training sessions, followed by qualifying. A qualifying race will set the grid order for the 35-minute main race, where medal winners will be determined. These trucks will not only be the largest to compete at the FIA Motorsport Games this year, but also some of the most environmentally sustainable. The Goodyear FIA ETRC pioneered the switch to 100% sustainable fuel in 2021, reducing carbon emissions by an impressive 92% over the past three years with the bioLNG-powered IVECO S-WAY NP truck. Since its launch in 1984, the FIA European Truck Racing Championship has featured vehicles from leading manufacturers such as IVECO, Freightliner, MAN, Scania and Ford, providing exciting competitions on the race tracks. of all the world.
The world of electric trucks is seeing a new contender on the horizon: Windrose EV, a Chinese startup that is challenging Tesla's reign in this rapidly growing sector. With its latest zero-emission model, Windrose EV seeks to not only match, but exceed market expectations.
In a revolutionary milestone for the transportation industry, Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks has delivered the world's first refueling vehicle based on an electric truck. This advancement represents a significant step towards sustainability and energy efficiency in the transportation sector, offering an innovative solution for recharging electric trucks on the road. In this article, we will explore in detail this exciting development and its impact on the future of electric mobility.
The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) is about to deploy a new roadmap for transport in Spain in anticipation of the arrival of fully autonomous cars on our roads. This milestone marks an important step forward in the evolution of mobility and promises to radically transform the way we get around.
The year 2023 marked a period of recovery and growth in the truck market in Spain. Overcoming the challenges posed by the pandemic and vehicle shortages, truck brands celebrated a significant increase in registrations. In this competitive environment, some models stood out, capturing the market's attention. Next, we explore which trucks have been most chosen by Spanish buyers in 2023.
As of August 21, 2023, the road transport sector faces new uncertainty. This date marks a significant change in the tachograph regulations, raising doubts both regarding the date of the Technical Vehicle Inspection (ITV) and the obligation to replace the tachograph in certain trucks and buses.
2024 begins with relevant news for the transport sector in Spain: the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has approved an increase in tolls on state-owned highways under administrative concession. This increase, which ranges between 5% and 6.65%, responds to the increase observed in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the previous year.
How to drastically reduce carbon emissions from freight trucks? The answer could lie in the innovative technology developed by Qaptis. Its mobile carbon capture system promises to reduce emissions from freight trucks by up to a staggering 90%, and has already begun pilot testing at a transport company in Tolochenaz. Every year, trucks traveling through Switzerland emit more than one million tons of CO2, according to data from the Swiss Federal Statistics Office. Although the presence of electric trucks is growing, the exact percentage has not yet been revealed. In the European Union, only 600 electric trucks of at least 16 tons were registered in the first quarter of 2023, compared to 86,455 with a combustion engine.
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