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05/03/2014
Nissan has unveiled the first production model of its all-electric e-NV200, based on the NV200 but with electric drivetrain technology from the Leaf.
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04/03/2014
Co. Armagh-based refrigerated and dry freight transport services operator Carna Transport has taken delivery of three New Actros 1845 tractor units, following fuel-efficiency trials against another unnamed manufacturer.
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04/03/2014
The European Council has adopted rules that define how the 2020 target for reductions of CO2 emissions from new light commercial vehicles should be reached.
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04/03/2014
The £1m Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering was launched today (4 March 2014), with chairman Lord Browne of Madingley calling on parents to consider engineering, and to encourage their sons and daughters to view it as an exciting and ...
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04/03/2014
The Department for Transport (DfT) has published the results of its review of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), which includes several measures to promote greater customer focus by the agency.
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04/03/2014
Bristol-based Viqle Solutions has launched a new safety device for fifth wheel coupling, called SafeConnect.
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04/03/2014
Asda has achieved the Van Excellence accreditation from the Freight Transport Association for its 1,800-strong home delivery fleet of light commercial vehicles.
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03/03/2014
Motts Travel-owned Crusader Holidays has bolstered its fleet of 10 coaches with two new Setra vehicles.
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03/03/2014
Blackburn-based Mercedes-Benz dealership Ciceley Commercials has won dealer of the year for the second year in a row.
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03/03/2014
Iveco is continuing its association with motorsport by becoming official sponsor of the Sky Racing Team VR46 at Moto3, where the rising stars of motorcycle racing will compete.
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03/03/2014
Glass haulier Offergeld Logistik UK has added 10 Euro 5 Mercedes-Benz Actros 2545 LS 6x2 44-tonne tractor units to its expanding fleet.
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28/02/2014
Tanker operator PM Rees & Sons has taken delivery of three Stralis Hi-Road AT440S46TX/P high-roof tractor units – the Barry-based firm's first Iveco heavy trucks.
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28/02/2014
Nissan has launched the NT400 Cabstar, its latest light/medium duty truck, which features a higher output engine, longer service intervals and improved payload.
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28/02/2014
Emissions control engineering firm Eminox says its Selective Catalytic Reduction Technology (SCRT) could save UK authorities from the prospect of court appearances or fines.
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27/02/2014
Construction industry supplier Kane Group has completed a 12-month fleet upgrade with 27 MAN trucks, including 24 eight-wheel tippers, two heavy-haulage tractors and an 18-tonne road-sweeper chassis.
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27/02/2014
Continental Tyres will use the forthcoming Commercial Vehicle Show to showcase the first two products from its goods vehicle range, the ContiEcoPlus and the Conti Hybrid.
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27/02/2014
Trade association UKLPG is backing the FairFuelUK campaign, calling on the government to maintain lower fuel duty for LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) beyond 2015.
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27/02/2014
Haulage firm Elddis Transport and tyre service specialist TruckForce are celebrating 40 years in business together with a new three-year deal.
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26/02/2014
Early adoption has paid off for supermarket trolley business KJ Pike, which acquired a Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz Actros in November 2012 and has now achieved fuel savings for more than a year.
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26/02/2014
Renault Trucks is breaking a five-year absence by returning to the Commercial Vehicle Show to demonstrate its Euro 6 range.
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26/02/2014
MAN has become the latest truck manufacturer to approve Shell Rimula R6 LME heavy-duty diesel engine oil for use in its Euro 6 engines, joining other OEMs such as Mercedes-Benz and Volvo.
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26/02/2014
Scrap metal and recycling business Smith Metals has added three of DAF's new LF Construction trucks to its seven-strong DAF fleet.
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25/02/2014
Samworth Brothers Distribution has acquired its first Scania trucks, a fleet of 15 R 440 LA6x2/2MNA Streamline Highline tractor units.
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25/02/2014
Iveco has appointed Emerald Truck & Van as its new distributor for Ireland.
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25/02/2014
Fleet management business BT Fleet has launched an engine remapping service for light commercial vehicles which, it claims, can deliver fuel savings of 15% and cut emissions by 25%.
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