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13/05/2013
When Spire Healthcare needed to replace its first batch of Mercedes-Benz Atego 7.5-tonners it opted to do so with a like-for-like fleet of seven vehicles, following an evaluation process with other manufacturers.
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13/05/2013
Interhaul Pallet Services has taken delivery of six MAN trucks – with vehicles from each of the Munich manufacturer's lightweight TGL, middleweight TGM and TGX tractor unit ranges.
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13/05/2013
Following an upgrade of its TransFlow commercial vehicle engine oils, Comma has introduced a digitally watermarked label on all packs and products.
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13/05/2013
Following a major investment to improve and upgrade the facilities at its North East depot in Gateshead, TIP Trailer Services has opened its eighth ATF (Authorised Testing Facility).
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10/05/2013
The Traffic Commissioner for London and the South East has called on the construction and building industry to improve HGV licence standards after six operators appeared at public inquiry in one month.
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10/05/2013
Thirteen Mercedes-Benz Actros 1842LS Euro 5 tractor units have entered service with beds manufacturer Relyon, under a five-year contract hire deal with Ryder.
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10/05/2013
CV registrations increased by 30.9% in April to 24,370 units and have grown 11.8% so far this year, figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) have revealed.
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10/05/2013
A partnership agreement with Dawsonrentals bus and coach has secured a 50-bus order for Optare.
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10/05/2013
TRW Automotive Aftermarket has secured new contracts at both original equipment (OE) and aftermarket level for its heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) TRW Proequip branded steering part, X-CAP.
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09/05/2013
VOSA's head of enforcement policy Gordon Macdonald has told van operators attending the FTA Van Excellence conference last week (2 May 2013) that those not complying with regulations will be targeted by the authorities.
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09/05/2013
CV operators are being warned that wheel nut movement indicators and nut locking devices are no substitute for good bolting practice, including the correct application of torque to wheel bolts.
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09/05/2013
First Aberdeen has announced a £3.5 million investment in 23 single decker buses.
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09/05/2013
Lerwick-based Shetland Transport has taken delivery of its first Carrier Transicold Vector 1550 refrigeration units, mounted to tri-axle reefers, manufactured by Gray & Adams.
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09/05/2013
Steel haulier A Hingley Transport has taken delivery of a new Renault Premium 460 6x2 tractor unit decorated in the firm's original 1960s livery to celebrate the company's 45th anniversary.
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08/05/2013
One of South Wales' biggest fleet operators, Owens Road Services, has bought its first Mercedes-Benz tractor units since the late 1990s, following trials with New Actros units.
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08/05/2013
Claudio Zanframundo has been appointed managing director of Iveco UK, after more than two years as general manager of Iveco Acentro Spa – the joint venture multi-brand Iveco, Irisbus and New Holland Construction dealership in Sardinia.
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08/05/2013
Trailer and body manufacturer Cartwright is investing in 3D design software that, the company claims, will improve efficiency by more than 20% over the next 12 months.
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08/05/2013
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that the final costs for the purchase of 600 new bus for London vehicles, along with the way that the buses are being procured, mean that millions of pounds will be saved over the life of the ...
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07/05/2013
VOSA has launched a consultation on proposals to change its fees for statutory services, including: HGV and PSV testing; operator licensing; vehicle approval and certification; identity checks; and tachograph calibrator approvals.
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07/05/2013
Forklift truck manufacturer STILL Materials Handling has added four new MAN TGX 26.480 6x2 tractor units to its fleet – all on three-year MAN rental contracts.
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07/05/2013
Fraikin has won a renewal of its three-year contract with LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) supplier Flogas.
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07/05/2013
Chilled storage and distribution specialist PCL Transport 24/7 has ordered 250 Renault Premium Euro 5 460.25 tractor units.
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03/05/2013
Potter Logistics is now running 10 Mercedes-Benz New Actros 2545 tractor units, following a comparative analysis.
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03/05/2013
Midlands-based JPE has replaced nearly its entire vehicle fleet in one hit, with the purchase of 20 Volvo FM 8x4 tippers.
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03/05/2013
Debenhams has been furnished with 37 Teardrop trailers from Don-Bur – one the 3,000th manufactured – which are expected to cut the firm's fuel consumption by up to 7%.
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