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13/08/2019
Fresh and frozen produce logistics business Gist is upgrading its entire trailer fleet with the TrailerConnect telematics solution, from Schmitz Cargobull, after “impressive results” from 54 units factory-fitted with the system.
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13/08/2019
Manchester-based MK Plant Transport has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH16-650 tractor – the largest Volvo vehicle that the low loader hire business has put into operation.
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12/08/2019
Norfolk-based transport and logistics business Lynn Star Distribution has taken delivery of 13 new DAF vehicles, supplied on contract hire by Ryder.
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12/08/2019
The RAC has created a new approved dealer standard for light commercial vehicles.
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12/08/2019
Almost twice as many HGVs over 7.5 tonnes are speeding on single carriageway roads, since revised speed limits were introduced in 2015.
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09/08/2019
Bibby Distribution has renewed its three-year tyre management contract with Bandvulc for the third time, with the operator saying the deal “ticks all the boxes and more” in terms of safety, performance and costs.
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09/08/2019
Bus and coach operator Stringers Pontefract Motorways has taken delivery of a Strata Ultra, by Mellor – the first to go into service in the UK.
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09/08/2019
The government has published best practice guidance for commercial vehicle operators on how to reduce the risk of vehicles being used as a weapon in a terrorist attack or other crime.
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08/08/2019
Scottish haulier William Nichol has installed a heavy-duty vehicle lift at its Lochmaben workshop to boost productivity, safety and reliability.
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08/08/2019
Jacobs Vehicle Systems is partnering with internal combustion control business Tula Technology on the development of cylinder deactivation (CDA) technologies, which reduce engine fuel consumption and emissions.
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08/08/2019
Alexander Dennis (ADL) has added a hybrid option to its Enviro400ER electric range of double-decker buses.
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07/08/2019
Northern Ireland-based Irish Salt Mining & Exploration Co has taken delivery of two Volvo FMX rigids, with the vehicles now operating 460m underground in the company’s salt mine.
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07/08/2019
Alfa Travel is reporting a significant reduction in vehicle collisions and improvement in driver retention since equipping its 48-strong coach fleet with video telematics, from Lytx.
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07/08/2019
Commercial vehicle hire and leasing business Ryder has held a trainee technician graduation ceremony to celebrate its latest group of successful apprentices.
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06/08/2019
Parcel delivery and logistics business DX Group has taken delivery of 160 new trucks, based on the 7.5-tonne MAN TGL chassis and with box bodies by Bevan Group.
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06/08/2019
Telematics provider Microlise has launched Focus, a new solution designed for smaller fleets.
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06/08/2019
BT Group has agreed to sell BT Fleet Solutions, its commercial vehicle maintenance arm, to pan-European investment business Aurelius Equity Opportunities.
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05/08/2019
Devon-based Philip Dennis Foodservice has taken delivery of six fridge-bodied Mercedes-Benz Atego rigids, adding to the numerous 13- and 15-tonne Atego trucks already delivering reliable service in its fleet.
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05/08/2019
Tipper body and tipping trailer businesses Weightlifter Bodies and PPG Fabrications have been acquired by Grange Cross, following the announcement by Paul Weightman of his forthcoming retirement.
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05/08/2019
Shell Lubricants has published a new report to support transport managers in their transition to new technologies for fleet management and maintenance regimes.
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02/08/2019
Vehicle recovery business CMG Rescue has installed eight mobile column lifts at its Newport Pagnell base, to ensure its fleet of vehicles is maintained swiftly and efficiently.
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02/08/2019
Freeway Fleet Systems has developed intelligent document reading software to automate the handling of paper documents, in a bid to help its customers in their switch from paper to digital.
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02/08/2019
Commercial vehicle accident repair business C&C Vehicle Services has opened a new centre near Chesterfield, six months after opening another new site in Wolverhampton.
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01/08/2019
Representatives from two Cambridge councils, along with other local authorities and private operators, attended an event recently to look at the potential for electrifying refuse collection vehicle fleets.
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01/08/2019
Bodybuilder MTS Suction Systems UK has ordered seven Mercedes-Benz Arocs and one Mercedes-Benz Econic, which it is fitting with bodies and equipment for excavating roads and footpaths.
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