This week, ,Scania commercially launches its range of electric trucks, a milestone in its aim to be leading in the transition to a sustainable transport system. The high-performance plug-in hybrid and fully electric trucks initially focus on urban applications, including distribution to retailers.With Scania’s proven record in delivering premium diesel and renewabl...

Tip 3 - Drain compressed air reservoirDry the area on the water drain valve 1 and  pressed the drain valve 1 from the side using a suitable tool.*only air should emerge, if condensation emerges- Drain entire compressed air reservoir.- Drain the compressed air reservoir again after a week.  - If condensation persists please contact local MAN service center. Tip 4 ...

ZF is poised to be the leading technology partner to the commercial vehicle industry with the addition of WABCO’s capabilities. The company is playing a pivotal role in the industry’s drive towards a more sustainable, connected and safer future. With a clear focus on reducing CO2 emissions and enhancing safety standards, ZF is also at the forefront of delivering th...

We have now added Weststar Maxus to our service network map on the website. Locations include Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, Perak, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor and Terengganu. Visit your nearest Weststar Maxus Service Centre today!

Hauliers and transport buyers are increasingly interested in reducing their CO2 emissions and costs through the use of refrigerated liquefied gas as a fuel. For this reason, the new Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks will have engines that run on liquefied natural gas and biogas, which offer the same high performance as diesel engines. Using biogas makes it possible to a...

Continuing from its historic sales performance result last year, Volvo Trucks has recently delivered 10 units of Volvo FM440 truck to Multimodal Freight Sdn Bhd (Multimodal), marking its first truck delivery to a key customer this year. These units are in addition to the 40 units of Volvo trucks which Multimodal had taken delivery last year, bringing to a total of ...

The Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors will establish a Joint Alliance Office, with facilities both in Japanand Sweden, which will be overseen by an Alliance Board comprising the Isuzu Motors President,the Volvo Group CEO and other key executives from the two groups.There is great complementarity between the Volvo Group and Isuzu Motors from both a geographical and produ...

The Volvo FH with I-Save is now being launched in an even more fuel-efficient version that can cut fuel costs by up to ten percent. This marks a significant improvement of three percentage points on the previous generation. Volvo FH with I-Save becomes even more efficient, saving up to 10 percent.That Volvo FH with I-Save could slash the cost of fuel considerably c...

Sharing the Green Deal vision of sustainable transport and a carbon neutral Europe by 2050, two leading companies in the commercial vehicle industry, Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, have signed a preliminary non-binding agreement to establish a new joint venture. According to statements by both companies, the intention is to develop, produce and commercialize...

With the world’s automotive industry going through a rapid transformation with tightening emission norms across the world, even the type of fuel required is changing rapidly.One such change is the use of BioDiesel in many South East Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand where B10, B20 is becoming the new reality. For efficient performance, the...

UD Trucks Singapore recently announced the winner of the 3rd Extra Mile Challenge. Tay Kay Poo of NSL OilChem Waste Management Pte Ltd emerged as the winner after many challenging obstacles. The competition aims to promote “smart drivers” where truck drivers are not just individuals behind the wheel but smart professionals managing the works of a truck. During t...

With the worldwide pandemic and businesses actively looking for a platform for recovery, Tyrexpo Asia 2021 is due to open in almost seven months’ time next March 2021 and so far this specific event for the international tyre market has attracted over a hundred confirmed exhibitors’ positive interest and support.Stands of varying sizes have been taken by many leadin...

TuSimple is focused on the development of self-driving Class 8 commercial trucks and through the collaboration will be able to realize that with one of the largest Tier 1 suppliers of auto parts and technologies. With the partnership now in effect, the Chinese and German companies have set to co-develop a central computing platform for autonomous trucks, starting w...

Volvo Trucks has launched its all new Volvo FMX with an entirely new cab, increased payloads and innovative safety features. With increased front axle loads of up to 20 tonnes and a 38 tonne bogie, the new Volvo FMX is built for the toughest conditions and most demanding assignments.“Our construction industry customers are facing ever increasing demands to improve ...

TIR Facilitates Seamless, Intermodal TransportThanks to TIR and its IT tools, the risk management procedures were completed ahead of the journey. As a result, the containers were not opened for inspection at any of the borders crossed, including at Chabahar port.Shippers in the region and beyond can now benefit from reduced sea and land transport times, with Afghan...

In an exclusive interview with Asian Trucker, Michael Hutt, Group Marketing Manager Kit Loong Commercial Tyre Group tells us more about the ins and outs of the recently held Gyration 2.0: Kinetic Ignition event. In terms of timing, some might have raised an eyebrow as it was held right around Chinese New Year. However, according to Hutt, there was a good reason to...

In February, Alwyn Lau of the Malay Mail wrote an article, titled: “Malaysia’s ignored hazard: Trucks with bad tyres”. Michael Hutt, Group Marketing Manager, Kit Loong Commercial Tyre Group responds to Mr Lau's wrong and misleading statements.Certainly, road safety in Malaysia needs a lot of improvement (The Ministry for Transport has set a 2014-2020 road safety pl...

Stefan Pertz makes the case that the costs to improve the health and safety for truck drivers would mean a positive return for fleet owners. We spend a lot of time at work and therefore the space where we perform our duties has to be safe.While that is mandated by law, the question is how far can or should transport companies and truckers go with that on their own?...

With the objective to encourage Hino Malaysia staff to practice a healthy lifestyle during the Movement Control Order (MCO), where all Malaysian are advised to stay and work from home, Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Hino) initiated this internal campaign. To keep the bonding among the staff, Hino’s management came out with the program and it is part of the c...

Back in February 2020, Mr. Thilo Halter, Head of Area, MAN Asia Pacific told Asian Trucker that “We need to be close to our customers and a workshop here in Port Klang, where there are a lot of our customers, is crucial.” In summary, Halter promised that this event marks the beginning of a new era for MAN in Malaysia. MAN Truck and Bus (M) Sdn Bhd (MAN) then appoin...

Every organisation needs a vehicle to convey their message. In the case of this NGO, the Daihatsu Gran Max has quickly become more than a mere tool, but an icon for what the idea stands for. The Free Tree Society Kuala Lumpur (FTS) is an environmental organisation that spreads the environmental stewardship message through giving away trees for free to green our E...

Thammasat School of Engineering (TSE), located in the Khlong Luang District in Thailand, has introduced its new AUTO-TU courses to better equip the engineering students with skills that will prove beneficial to their career paths in the commercial vehicle industry.AUTO-TU courses, offered under the school’s TEP-TEPE program, are aimed to teach students to base thei...

Hino Motors Sales (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (HMSM) reckons that the success of a logistics business depends on a constant, consistent, and reliable fleet management solution.With this in mind, HMSM proudly introduces the new smart telematics device called ‘Hino Connect’ to support operations and fleet managers to take care of their trucks. Featuring a 7-inch touch screen ...