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30/07/2018
Hull-based Altitude Scaffolding has added two Volvo FE 26-tonne rigids to its transport fleet – the largest vehicles it has operated to date and also its first new trucks from the manufacturer.
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27/07/2018
HSS Hire is rolling out a new tyre pressure monitoring system to 250 vans, after a four-month trial revealed improved fuel performance and reduced tyre wear.
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27/07/2018
The government has launched a call for evidence on the impact of emissions from brakes, tyres and road wear.
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27/07/2018
Many fleets are failing to make use of technology such as vehicle cameras, according to a new study, which reveals that only 20% have cameras in all vehicles and, of those, more than four in ten (42%) rely on single dashcams, with no data ...
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26/07/2018
Aberdeen-based EIS Waste Services has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Econics – the first to be commissioned in Scotland with the Powershift 3 automated transmission.
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26/07/2018
Kitchen manufacturer Howdens has taken delivery of eight DAF CF tractor units as part of a fleet upgrade.
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26/07/2018
Mansfield-based coach operator Redfern Travel has purchased an additional set of mobile column lifts to boost the capacity and flexibility of its service centre in Nottinghamshire.
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26/07/2018
An investigation by oil testing organisation VLS into a synthetic light duty van lubricant has resulted in the product being discontinued.
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25/07/2018
TISS's TankSafe Impregnable fuel siphoning deterrent has won a Queen's Award for Enterprise for Innovation. The device also helps to prevent fuel spills.
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25/07/2018
Derbyshire-based specialist vehicle manufacturer Advanced KFS says its longstanding partnership with chassis systems maker AL-KO Kober is delivering much-needed expertise on a range of vehicles, ranging from recovery trucks to car ...
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25/07/2018
Galway-based Callinan Coaches is reporting lower running costs after adopting a regrooving policy for its fleet of coaches fitted with Michelin X Multiway 3D tyres.
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25/07/2018
Window, door and conservatory manufacturer Direct Trade has taken delivery of 15 Mercedes-Benz Atego rigids, after a demonstrator vehicle delivered a “substantial cost saving” on fuel in just one week.
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24/07/2018
The A6 between Luton and Cumbria has topped the list of Britain’s most dangerous roads, accounting for 70 fatalities between 2012 and 2016.
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24/07/2018
Vision Express has welcomed the government’s campaign, launched yesterday (23 July), to educate all UK drivers on the importance of checking their eyesight.
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24/07/2018
West Midlands-based Alwin has taken delivery of two more DAF vehicles, to meet growing demand for its move into temperature-controlled distribution.
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23/07/2018
Kent-based Equinox Recycling is reporting a 10% increase in profits since fitting its waste collection fleet with Enviroweigh bin-weighing technology, from Vehicle Weighing Solutions (VWS).
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23/07/2018
Materials handling equipment manufacturer Narrow Aisle has renewed a telematics contract with Ctrack to manage its service engineer van fleet.
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23/07/2018
Demolition and waste management business R Collard has taken delivery of a new flagship Volvo FH16-750 8x4 pusher Tag Axle Tridem heavy haulage tractor.
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20/07/2018
Drainage product supplier Drainfast is reporting fleet efficiency improvements and increased service levels since implementing the Maxoptra routing and scheduling system.
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20/07/2018
The government’s recent announcement of a new 4.25-tonne licence derogation has been welcomed by vehicle leasing business Arval, which is calling it “a progressive step” towards more alternative-fuelled vans.
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20/07/2018
Reynolds Catering Supplies has ordered 37 vehicles from Isuzu, as part of a fleet upgrade, including 12 of the new Forward 13.5-tonne rigids.
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19/07/2018
Bus operator Lothian has renewed its Effitires contract with Michelin Solutions for a further three years.
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19/07/2018
Cambridgeshire-based haulier Eaton Transport has taken delivery of two Renault Range T480 6x2s, citing “excellent service” and good fuel performance as key reasons for returning to the brand.
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19/07/2018
Fresh produce supplier Swithenbank has taken delivery of 15 DAF LF 18-tonne trucks fitted with Carrier Transicold’s Syberia engineless refrigeration units, including five Twincool models for multi-temperature operations.
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18/07/2018
Falkirk Car Carriers has taken delivery of a second Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor, after the first delivered on reliability and driver appeal.
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