Five trucks in the running for 2027 International Truck of the Year crown
Five trucks have reached the final round of the 2027 International Truck of the Year award, with the shortlist reflecting the accelerating shift towards electrification and the growing sophistication of both distribution and long-haul transport.
Five finalists, one title
The finalists for the 2027 International Truck of the Year (IToY) award have been confirmed, with the Iveco S-eWay Aero, new Ford F-Max, MAN eTGM, Mercedes-Benz eActros 400 and Volvo’s new electric range making the final cut.
Awarded annually by the International Truck of the Year jury, the title recognises the vehicle introduced in the previous 12 months that has made the greatest contribution to road transport efficiency. The assessment covers technological innovation, comfort, safety, driveability, energy efficiency, environmental performance and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
“This year’s finalists underline just how broad the definition of progress in road transport has become,” says Florian Engel, chairman of the International Truck of the Year jury. “We are looking not at a single technology, but at how effectively each vehicle addresses the real needs of operators and drivers.”
New Ford F-Max
Ford Trucks returns to the IToY final with the new F-Max, an evolution of the model that won the 2019 title. The latest truck introduces an updated 510hp Ecotorq powertrain together with revisions to the cab, driver environment, digital systems and efficiency package. Its nomination ensures that the internal combustion engine remains firmly part of the 2027 contest at a time of rapid powertrain change.
Iveco S-eWay Aero
The Iveco S-eWay Aero represents the Italian manufacturer’s latest development in battery-electric heavy transport. The wider S-eWay programme combines LFP battery technology, an FPT Industrial eAxle and an aerodynamically focused cab concept, with the S-eWay platform targeting longer-distance electric operation. The jury will examine how effectively electrification, aerodynamics, usable battery capacity and vehicle integration come together in a practical heavy-duty transport package.
MAN eTGM
The MAN eTGM brings battery-electric propulsion into the medium-duty distribution sector. Its modular battery concept allows operators to choose between two, three or four battery packs, balancing payload, range and cost according to the application. In four-battery form, MAN quotes a range of up to 480km for solo distribution work. Bodybuilder flexibility and an optional mechanical power take-off also strengthen its case for real-world usability.
Mercedes-Benz eArocs 400
Mercedes-Benz’s new eArocs 400 brings battery-electric power to demanding construction work. Available as a concrete mixer or tipper, it uses two lithium iron phosphate battery packs with 414kWh installed capacity, delivering up to 240km of range. With 380kW continuous output, 400kW CCS charging and robust Arocs underpinnings, this is another zero-tailpipe-emission finalist.
Volvo’s new electric range
Volvo enters the final with a substantially revised heavy-duty electric range spanning the FH, FM, FMX and FH Aero Electric. The new generation introduces revised electric drivetrains, greater application flexibility and longer ranges. The FH Aero Electric with extended range is quoted at up to 700km on a charge, while the next-generation FH, FM and FMX Electric Versatile models reach up to 470km.
A demanding field
Engel says the shortlist reflects both the rapid advance of electrification and the different ways manufacturers are tackling the efficiency challenge.
“The strong presence of battery-electric trucks in this year’s final reflects the pace at which that technology is developing,” he says. “But these vehicles are designed for very different applications and operating requirements. The jury’s task is to look beyond headline figures and assess how effectively each truck works as a complete transport solution. Efficiency, safety, driver acceptance, environmental performance and operating cost all have to work together.”
Hanover will reveal the winner
The 2027 International Truck of the Year winner will be announced at IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany, during the Night of the Stars Gala evening on Monday 14 September 2026.
“For manufacturers, the pace of development is extraordinary, but operators ultimately need trucks that work,” Engel concludes. “The 2027 finalists show several different ways of meeting that challenge. Our job now is to determine which one makes the greatest overall contribution to efficient road transport.”