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74 www.autosubindustry.comAmong the major innovations on display will be the Renault Trucks T High 2027 model year equipped with the new DE13 R engine, as well as the Renault Trucks E-Tech T 780 designed for long-haul operations. World premiere: the 2027 Renault Trucks T High and its new DE13 R engineAt IAA 2026, Renault Trucks will exclusively unveil the 2027 Renault Trucks T High equipped with the new DE13 R engine.Designed to improve energy efficiency, performance and driving comfort, the new engine reduces fuel consumption and CO emissions by up to 4% compared with the previous generation. Available in versions up to 540 hp and 2,800 Nm of torque, it is paired with a new Optidriver gearbox delivering faster and smoother gear shifts. It also benefits from a more powerful engine brake, enhancing vehicle control and driving comfort, particularly on demanding routes. To showcase the technological advancements of this new driveline, a DE13 R engine will also be displayed on the stand. Renault Trucks will exhibit several electric vehicles illustrating the rapid expansion of its electric offering. Among them will be the Renault Trucks E-Tech T 780, a new model designed for long-haul transport. With a 660 km range enabling a full legal driving day without intermediate charging, it opens up new opportunities for the electrification of longdistance road transport. This extended range is made possible by a new architecture featuring an electric axle, which integrates the main driveline components at the rear of the vehicle, freeing up space for additional battery capacity.The heavy-duty electric offering will also be represented by the Renault Trucks E-Tech T 540. Designed for regional distribution operations, it is now capable of achieving up to 450 km on a single charge. Renault Trucks will also showcase the Renault Trucks E-Tech D 14T, a particularly compact vehicle designed for urban distribution operations. The latest addition to the manufacturer%u2019s electric distribution range, it addresses the access and manoeuvrability DRIVING CHANGE: EURO NCAP ELEVATES SAFETY STANDARDS FOR EUROPEAN TRUCKS