Compared to 2005, the heavy-duty truck market showed an unexpected pattern of“ up- and-down” development in 2006. Most market players have focused on improving their own strength, while only a few events that may have had significant impact on the industry received attention from opinion and business leaders. This article provides a review and commentary on the events of 2006. Compared to 2005, the heavy-duty truck market showed an unexpected pattern of “up- and-down” development in 2006. Most market players have focused on improving their own strength, while only a few events that may have significant impact on the industry received attention from opinion and business leaders. This article provides a review and commentary on the events of 2006.