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23/10/2012
Following its recent acquisition of Dutch-based CV aerodynamics specialists Ephicas, WABCO is now marketing the Sidewing trailer side-valance aero-system, launched by Ephicas in 2011, under its own OptiFlow brand name.
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23/10/2012
If you're planning on attending Euro Bus Expo at the beginning of November, make sure you stop at the IRTE stand, where staff will be on hand to talk about irtec, IRTE Skills Challenge 2013 and IRTE Workshop Accreditation.
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22/10/2012
A long-term trial undertaken by German bus operator Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft (SVG) has delivered very encouraging results demonstrating the effectiveness of Fleet Manager, MiX Telematics' fleet management solution.
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22/10/2012
Almost half a tonne of extra payload is being carried by a DAF XF105 that has just entered service with Yorkshire bulk powder company Simon Gibson Transport.
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22/10/2012
The Day Group, which includes Day Aggregates and CJB Bagging and runs around 115 trucks, has taken delivery of a Volvo FM11-370 8x4 tipper fitted with a PPG/Weightlifter body.
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22/10/2012
Steve Dewhurst, managing director of Volvo Bus, has announced that he is to retire at the end of February 2013.
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19/10/2012
An all-electric Paneltex Isuzu 7.5-tonne electric truck will be making its debut in the third RAC Future Car Challenge, on Saturday 3 November, the day before the London to brighton veteran car run.
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19/10/2012
MAN has revealed it is participating in longer-truck field trials currently being conducted all over Germany.
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19/10/2012
Scania Truck Rental has added a selection of Scania V8-powered tractor units to its nationwide truck hire fleet, with a range of 560, 620 and 730bhp options all now available.
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18/10/2012
Blackburn coaches operator Robinsons Holidays has boosted its fleet by adding a Volvo B9R coach with Plaxton Panther bodywork.
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18/10/2012
In partnership with conversion company The Cold Consortium, Vauxhall has produced a refrigerated version of its largest panel van, the Movano.
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18/10/2012
DMC Trailer Rentals has taken delivery of its 100th transport refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold UK.
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17/10/2012
Drinks wholesaler Coleman's ABC has replaced half of its commercial vehicle fleet with new Ivecos, including two 12-tonne rigids built onto Iveco's special 'EL' low height chassis.
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17/10/2012
London Concrete has described service levels at Volvo Truck and Bus Centre London as exceptional – and has invested in more models from the Swedish manufacturer.
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17/10/2012
Trailer designer and manufacturer Dennison has built and sold its 40,000th trailer, the recipient of the new unit being Collease.
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16/10/2012
A digital truck safety system that alerts drivers to cyclists, pedestrians and other obstacles has been developed by North West Trucks DAF, and Woodwards Trucks and Van Centre in association with X Vision Safety Systems.
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16/10/2012
Thompsons and MAN have introduced what they say is a higher than ever standard 8x4 tipper specification – now available for inspection in MAN UK's demonstration fleet.
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16/10/2012
The 2013 Commercial Vehicle Show – to be held between 9 and 11 April next year at Birmingham's NEC – looks set to be worthy of international status, given the attendance of many returning manufacturers and major industry suppliers.
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16/10/2012
When it goes on sale in early 2013, the Toyota ProAce will "expand Toyota's presence in European LCV markets", according to the Japanese manufacturer.
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15/10/2012
Clugston Distribution Services has taken delivery of two new Spitzer Eurovac bulk powder tankers costing £130,000.
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15/10/2012
Hodgson & Hodgson has taken delivery of three 7.5-tonne Mercedes-Benz Atego 818s and a 3.5-tonne Sprinter 313CDI van.
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12/10/2012
Scottish road transport services provider Ian Craig (Haulage) has taken delivery of seven new Renault Premium 460.25 6x2 tag axle tractor units and one new Renault Premium Lander 460.26 6x2 tag axle rigid chassis, with rear mounted crane.
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12/10/2012
The IRTE-pioneered licensing scheme irtec has now been extended to include a route for heavy vehicle trailer technicians – the first accreditation of its kind in the trailer industry.
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11/10/2012
Recruiting commercial vehicle technicians is currently one of the biggest headaches for dealerships, according to motor industry specialist jobco-op.
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11/10/2012
A new Volvo FH 6x4 tractor unit operated by SJ Archer and Sons is already showing reduced operating costs, according to the ocompany.
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