Volvo Trucks has joined forces with Middlesex University to launch the commercial vehicle industry’s first degree-level Truck Sales Apprenticeship, with the inaugural intake of apprentices set to commence this September. The initiative has been pioneered by Hannah Mayo, Director of New Vehicle Sales for Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland in a new approach to broaden… Continue reading ‘Degree-level’ sales apprenticeship launched by Volvo Trucks
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German FAZ: Cartel lawsuit is particularly aimed at Scania009577
Almost 1000 transport and logistics companies from all over Germany continue to put pressure on the members of the so-called trucks cartel. As the Federal Association of Good Working Logistics and Disposal (BGL) announced, the legal service provider Truck Reclaim claims to be claimed for almost 15,000 procurement processes in court, which he previously had… Continue reading German FAZ: Cartel lawsuit is particularly aimed at Scania009577
German FAZ: Cartel lawsuit is particularly aimed at Scania009576
Almost 1000 transport and logistics companies from all over Germany continue to put pressure on the members of the so-called trucks cartel. As the Federal Association of Good Working Logistics and Disposal (BGL) announced, the legal service provider Truck Reclaim claims to be claimed for almost 15,000 procurement processes in court, which he previously had… Continue reading German FAZ: Cartel lawsuit is particularly aimed at Scania009576
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Car Guy Meets Truck Guy, Sparking a Major Private-Sector Reshuffle
Chairman Toyoda Our 1966 joint statement reads: “Harnessing their unique characteristics, both companies will be responsible for managing operations.” However, one thing has always bugged me: I don’t know much about trucks. I call myself a carmaker, and I know about cars, but the truth is that I was unschooled in the way of trucks.… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Car Guy Meets Truck Guy, Sparking a Major Private-Sector Reshuffle
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Car Guy Meets Truck Guy, Sparking a Major Private-Sector Reshuffle
Chairman Toyoda Our 1966 joint statement reads: “Harnessing their unique characteristics, both companies will be responsible for managing operations.” However, one thing has always bugged me: I don’t know much about trucks. I call myself a carmaker, and I know about cars, but the truth is that I was unschooled in the way of trucks.… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Car Guy Meets Truck Guy, Sparking a Major Private-Sector Reshuffle
New 2028 Polestar 7 to be built on Volvo platform in Slovakia
The company has now confirmed that “adaptations will be made” to the modular platform to ensure it offers “the driving experience and performance characteristics that Polestar is known for”. Confirming the decision to use a Volvo platform and factory for his brand’s new entry model, Lohscheller today said: “Working with Volvo Cars to develop and… Continue reading New 2028 Polestar 7 to be built on Volvo platform in Slovakia
Invitation to the Volvo Group report on the second quarter 2025
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Volvo Group report for the second quarter 2025 will be published on July 17, at 7.20 a.m. CEST. There will be a conference call for press and analysts starting at 9.00 a.m. CEST. An online presentation of the report, followed by a question-and-answer session, will be broadcasted at… Continue reading Invitation to the Volvo Group report on the second quarter 2025
Clean Technica: Europe EV Sales Report — King Volkswagen Rules in a Fast Growing (+34% YoY) EV Market004084
Last Updated on: 2nd July 2025, 09:30 pm EVs are picking up in Europe, with some 305,000 plugin vehicles being registered in Europe in May. That’s up 34% year over year (YoY), its fastest growth rate since August 2023. The 2025 growth rate is also accelerating, now at +24% YoY, or 1.4 million units, which… Continue reading Clean Technica: Europe EV Sales Report — King Volkswagen Rules in a Fast Growing (+34% YoY) EV Market004084
Independents ‘outpace’ franchised dealers in used market
Independent dealers are ‘outpacing’ franchised dealers in terms of sales performance, according to Auto Trader. The used car market has entered H2 with positivity in relation to consumer demand, speed of sale, and transactions. Consumer confidence rose in June as the global and political backdrop became less turbulent. Marc Palmer, Head of Strategy and Insights,… Continue reading Independents ‘outpace’ franchised dealers in used market
Why did Geely’s Lotus go so wrong?
The story of Geely entering the Western market began a positive one. It has been showered with praise for how it handled Volvo for its first decade in charge, making it a mainstream premium player more than ever before. But as time has gone on, there’s been little evidence to back up that early success… Continue reading Why did Geely’s Lotus go so wrong?