Renault Trucks has unveiled its revamped urban and regional range of trucks, focusing on efficiency and safety. With this announcement, it is bridging the gap between its light commercial vehicles (LCV) and heavy-duty ranges, creating a new segment within its lineup.
In this latest facelift, the company drew inspiration from its heavy-duty vehicles and LCVs, creating a cohesive visual identity for its D, D Wide, and C 2.3 models.
Unloading the new models
The trucks now feature striking full LED headlights, designed in a distinctive C-shaped signature borrowed from the automotive industry, creating a visual connection with commercial vehicles. The radiator grille is redesigned, It now offers space for operators to showcase their visual identity.
A notable highlight is the electrifying transformation of the Renault Trucks E-Tech D, D Wide, and D Wide LEC models. These electric versions boast a fully painted front, including the grille, setting them apart with a unique visual distinction. The grille has a sleek “E-Tech” band, emphasizing its gradient graphic styling and underlining the vehicle’s eco-friendly credentials.
In congested urban centers where space is at a premium, Renault Trucks has implemented thoughtful design adjustments to enhance safety and maneuverability. Grab handles and rear-view mirrors are now strategically positioned to improve line-of-sight, which aids drivers when navigating narrow streets.Â
Cutting-edge radars and cameras, placed strategically around the vehicle, provide real-time information and alerts, ensuring safer driving practices.
Renault Trucks focus on safety
Renault Trucks has further bolstered safety with advanced features, including automatic tire pressure monitoring, lane departure warning systems, lane-keeping assistance, and speeding alerts.
These additions enhance on-road safety, making driving these vehicles not just efficient but also secure.
Additionally, the trucks are now equipped with new rear-view mirrors, which provide improved visibility and safe driving. This further underscores Renault Trucks’ commitment to safety and innovation.
With these enhancements, the company is setting new standards in urban and regional transportation, emphasizing the importance of both aesthetic appeal and advanced safety technologies. Renault’s commitment to creating vehicles that are not only visually striking but also exceptionally safe reaffirms its position as leader in the transport industry.
Trucking going green
Starting from January 1, 2024, California aims to transition medium and heavy-duty vehicles to zero emissions, to make all trucks on the state’s roads emission-free by 2045.Â
The point is that zero-emission trucks improve air quality by reducing Nitrogen Oxide emissions and decreasing noise pollution. However, implementing the rule faces opposition due to the potentially high cost, leading to concerns about increased consumer prices or the need for significant public subsidies.
Major trucking companies in California are pledging to meet state vehicle standards. Truck manufacturers are given time to comply, and there is a provision allowing the sale of older diesel engine trucks alongside the requirement to sell zero-emission trucks.
Internationally, trucking companies such as Mercedes Benz, MAN, and Scania in the European Union are also transitioning towards zero-emission vehicles, reflecting a global shift in the industry.
