The countdown is on. In just two months, the global truck and transport community will gather at SOLUTRANS 2025 in Lyon Eurexpo, France (18–22 November). More than a tradeshow, SOLUTRANS has become the international crossroads where the industry’s future is defined—and where the anticipation for the next International Truck of the Year ceremony is at its peak.
This year, the backdrop could not be more compelling. Over 30 manufacturers of heavy-duty and light commercial vehicles are confirmed, making SOLUTRANS 2025 one of the most diverse and ambitious editions yet. From global leaders like DAF, Daimler Truck, MAN, Scania, and Renault Trucks, to rising forces such as BMC Trucks and Windrose, the show will be a showcase of the sector’s vitality and transformation.
Innovation at the Heart of the Lineup
The race for recognition—and for the future of transport—is being run on multiple fronts. Electric mobility, hydrogen solutions, retrofitting, digitisation, and modular logistics are no longer side stories; they are central to the strategies of the world’s biggest brands. Daimler Truck will spotlight its progress toward zero-carbon road transport, Renault Trucks will double down on the energy transition, while innovators like Hyliko and Qinomic are proving that retrofitting can drive decarbonisation today.
Light commercial vehicles, too, are in the spotlight, with Toyota, Volkswagen, Stellantis, Hyundai, Kia, and Ford Pro showcasing their new-generation fleets. Meanwhile, the arrival of Flexis—a bold alliance between Renault, CMA CGM, and Volvo—signals fresh thinking in last-mile logistics.
A Ceremony That Mirrors the Industry’s Turning Point
When the International Truck of the Year Jury convenes during SOLUTRANS, the decision will not only crown the truck of the year. It will send a signal to the entire market: which innovations, strategies, and designs truly set the benchmark for the road ahead.
The award ceremony is more than a recognition; it is a mirror of the industry’s turning point. The trucks in contention embody the massive shifts underway—toward efficiency, connectivity, safety, and sustainability. The winner will not just be a vehicle; it will be a symbol of where the industry is heading.
SOLUTRANS: More Than a Tradeshow
With 65,000 professionals, 1,100 exhibitors and brands, and 100,000 sqm of exhibition space, SOLUTRANS is once again proving itself to be the global hub for heavy and light commercial vehicles. It is a barometer of innovation and a platform where manufacturers, suppliers, and decision-makers come together to align on the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
This November, it will also be the stage for the most anticipated moment in the industry calendar—the announcement of the International Truck of the Year 2026.