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14/10/2014
Intelligent Installations has introduced multi-camera equipment for commercial vehicles that combine internal and external cameras, mobile DVRs (digital video recorders) and proximity sensors.
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14/10/2014
Arriva Southern Counties is launching a fleet of 11 Wrightbus StreetLites this weekend (12 October 2014), upgrading existing buses to its Sapphire specification.
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13/10/2014
Transport operator Turners has put five Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units into operation at the Daventry International Rail Terminal for its contract with global shipping business OOCL.
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13/10/2014
Volvo Bus has been shortlisted for the environmental prize in the annual UK Bus Awards for its 7900 electric hybrid single decker bus.
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13/10/2014
ATS Euromaster has placed £7 million of initial orders for winter tyres to meet demand, as fleets begin to move to winter tyres this month.
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13/10/2014
The Paccar MX-11 Euro 6 engine has picked up an innovation prize, with judges describing it as "a great example of modern engine development".
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10/10/2014
An EU directive requiring member states to set targets for alternative fuel stations has been welcomed by Gasrec, which is calling it "an extremely positive development".
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10/10/2014
An online budget tool, designed to keep fleet spending on track, has been added to Chevin's FleetWave fleet management software.
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10/10/2014
Four second-year apprentices have achieved recognition in bodybuilder Cartwright's internal awards scheme for outstanding achievements in commitment, conduct and progress.
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09/10/2014
Sanders Plant & Waste Management is reporting safely recovering a heavy duty roller using Ctrack's tracking system after it was stolen by thieves.
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09/10/2014
Leicester-based haulier JC Trans (UK) has recorded a massive 88% reduction in tyre failures per quarter, since adopting a Michelin tyre policy for its 15-strong fleet.
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09/10/2014
Volvo Dealer Truck and Bus Wales and West opened a two-bay ATF (Authorised Testing Facility) and IVA (Individual Vehicle Approval) facility this month (October 2014) at its Swindon site.
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08/10/2014
Volvo Trucks' and Volvo Cars' latest technology enables vehicles to perform 360 degree scans of their surroundings to eliminate accidents caused by the limited field of vision.
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08/10/2014
TRW Automotive launched two new commercial steering technologies and a lightweight radius rod for trucks at last week's Hanover IAA Commercial Vehicles show (25 September to 5 October 2014).
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08/10/2014
Milton Keynes' innovative wireless-charging electric bus project, running under Arriva, has won the Excellence in Technology category at the National Transport Awards.
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08/10/2014
GKN has developed the world's first disconnect all-wheel drive system for A-, B- and C-segment vehicle platforms – improving fuel performance during cruising by up to 4%.
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08/10/2014
United Plant Services (formerly known as Mac Plant), which serves the UK construction industry, has responded to the upturn by acquiring a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz vans.
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07/10/2014
September's commercial vehicle registrations were up overall 10.8% to 54,497 units, according to the SMMT's (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) latest figures.
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07/10/2014
Operators seeking affordable but robust, mixed-use truck tyres now have another option in the form of Falken.
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07/10/2014
Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems has launched what it describes as a global version of its lower-end Haulmaax rear suspension system – joining its HUV and Ultimaax mid- and higher-weight ranges.
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07/10/2014
Federal-Mogul says its new range of low-copper and copper-free brake pads for heavy-duty vehicles (launched at this year's IAA Commercial Vehicle show, in Hanover) will put OEMs ahead of the legislation curve.
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07/10/2014
Ford hit record registration numbers in September for commercial vehicles – its best ever for a single month – driven by the registration plate change.
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06/10/2014
Reilly Concrete Pumping, the UK's largest privately-owned concrete transport firm, has taken delivery of the country's first Euro 6 truck-mounted concrete pump – an 8x4 Mercedes-Benz Arocs.
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06/10/2014
Aggregate and concrete supplier J Clubb is trialling Brigade's new radar obstacle detection system, designed to provide drivers with clear warnings of people or obstructions in the way of manoeuvring large plant.
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06/10/2014
West Midlands bodybuilder Bevan Group is the first to secure EC Whole Vehicle Type Approval for external glass racks (frails) fitted to panel vans.
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