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06/12/2019
Food logistics operator Nagel-Group is reporting numerous benefits after implementing the idem telematics solution across its 7,000-strong European fleet.
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06/12/2019
Castell Howell Foods is reporting fuel savings and improved operational performance thanks to a hybrid refrigeration system on trial since May this year.
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06/12/2019
MAN Truck & Bus has announced that it is now offering the eTGM all-electric distribution truck for sale, following a small production run.
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05/12/2019
Arriva Bus and Coach is kitting out its service vans with new storage systems and high-tech equipment.
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05/12/2019
Midland Tyre Services (MTS) says it can now offer its customers the best truck tyre management solutions in the market, after appointing Michelin to carry out bespoke training for its team of mobile technicians.
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05/12/2019
Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) has developed a tool to calculate the collision risk of specific routes, with the risk adjustable according to the use of various in-vehicle technologies.
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04/12/2019
IVECO and Nikola have unveiled a prototype of the Nikola TRE, the first electric truck to be built by the partnership between Nikola Motor Co and CNH Industrial, IVECO’s parent company.
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04/12/2019
Waste management business Future Industrial Services says it has streamlined operations and saved more than 50 hours a week in fleet admin time since implementing r2c Online’s fleet and workshop management software platform.
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04/12/2019
Japan Centre Group has taken delivery of its fifth Isuzu truck, moving up for the first time to a 13.5-tonner to meet growing demand for its retail and restaurant business deliveries.
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03/12/2019
Lambourn Racehorse Transport (LRT) has added a new Mercedes-Benz transporter to its 16-strong bespoke horsebox fleet, citing build quality and reliability.
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03/12/2019
Leicestershire-based Crouch Recovery has taken delivery of a DAF XF 530 FAS 6x2 rigid, with the vehicle fitted with specialist lifting equipment by Boniface Engineering.
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03/12/2019
Northern Ireland bus operator Translink has renewed its fleet management contract with MiX Telematics for a further 12 months.
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02/12/2019
Exeter City Council has taken delivery of seven new refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), built by Dennis Eagle and supplied on contract hire by Specialist Fleet Services.
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02/12/2019
International entertainment and events haulier Fly By Nite has taken delivery of four Volvo FH rigids – the first to join its 170-strong fleet.
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02/12/2019
DAF dealership F&G Commercials has changed its name to Motus Commercials following its acquisition by the business earlier in the year.
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29/11/2019
Renfrewshire-based operator A&D Logistics has acquired its first Mercedes-Benz vehicle, following a three-marque trial in which the Mercedes-Benz Actros came top on fuel efficiency, reliability and driver appeal.
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29/11/2019
ISS has launched a new vehicle safety device, called IDClear, designed to prevent vehicles from rolling away or being stolen when stationary.
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29/11/2019
ZF Services UK says it is “service ready” on the next generation of commercial vehicles, after investing in training and equipment for its Nottingham service and repair facility.
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28/11/2019
Hydraulic excavator attachment supplier Astra Attachment Solutions has taken delivery of 16 Isuzu rigid trucks as part of its fleet replacement programme.
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28/11/2019
Utility, drainage and survey business Subscan UDS has implemented the BigChange mobile operations solution, replacing five other systems and leading to a 30% saving in administration time.
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28/11/2019
Go-Ahead Ireland has taken delivery of three new Enviro200 single-deckers, from Alexander Dennis (ADL), for a newly acquired contract from the country’s National Transport Authority (NTA).
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27/11/2019
RD Williams & Sons Haulage has signed a five-year deal with Goodyear for its Total Mobility package, covering tyres, maintenance, breakdown services and digital solutions.
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27/11/2019
Tata Steel has launched a high-strength steel suitable for tipper bodies to compete with rival supplier SSAB’s Hardox brand.
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27/11/2019
Commercial vehicle bodybuilder Bevan Group is now offering a five-year warranty on its entire range of bodies for trucks and vans.
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27/11/2019
Telematics supplier Teletrac Navman is partnering with logistics software provider Stream to deliver what is described as “a compelling offering” for transport operators.
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