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02/05/2019
Parcels business Tuffnells has introduced a new trailer fleet, retrofitted dashcams to older vehicles and invested in vehicle cargo safety nets as part of a new health and safety initiative.
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01/05/2019
A new guide to low-emission vans is described as “an essential read” for operators looking to clean up their light commercial vehicle fleets.
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01/05/2019
Construction and engineering contractor J Murphy & Sons has invested in 20 hybrid diesel-electric Fuso Canter tippers for use within London’s ultra low emissions zone (ULEZ).
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01/05/2019
Highways England is urging HGV operators to capitalise on the benefits of improved tyre management, highlighting the potential of WheelRight’s drive-over technology.
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30/04/2019
Fuelling solutions business Oil Tank Supplies has changed its name to OTS Group as part of a rebranding exercise to better reflect its portfolio of services.
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30/04/2019
US truck manufacturer Peterbilt is testing a new axle for electric vehicles, supplied by Allison Transmission.
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30/04/2019
Leicestershire-based commercial vehicle logistics operator Mobile Services has taken delivery of a low-framed 26-tonne Actros 2535 LnR ENA, which has been fitted with a Belle Trailers transporter body.
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29/04/2019
First Bus is beginning a widescale modernisation project for maintenance of its UK fleet, rolling out an enterprise asset management (EAM) system from software business Infor.
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29/04/2019
Retailer Coop is opening a new vehicle maintenance unit (VMU) at its distribution site in Wellingborough, run in partnership with Scania dealer TruckEast.
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29/04/2019
Don-Bur has announced a £4 million investment to mass produce a range of standard product types, including curtainsider and box van trailers, and a new double-deck design for pallet network operators.
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26/04/2019
Software provider r2c Online says technician productivity could be transformed with its live video streaming technology, which it will be launching at the forthcoming CV Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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26/04/2019
TruTac is launching a new integrated version of its TruLicence system at next week’s Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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26/04/2019
SmartWitness is showcasing three new and upgraded video telematics software solutions at the Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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25/04/2019
Vehicle safety systems supplier Brigade Electronics will be launching its new Ultrasonic Detection on-screen display (pictured), an integrated device designed to reduce information overload for drivers, at the forthcoming Commercial ...
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25/04/2019
Chereau will be demonstrating the progress of its Inogam Evo multi-year product evolution strategy at next week’s Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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25/04/2019
MAN Truck & Bus UK will be exhibiting a range of vehicles at next week’s Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May), from the 5-tonne TGE minibus and the 3.5-tonne TGE flatframe chassis cowl, through to the 6x2 TGX XLion flagship ...
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24/04/2019
Tyre manufacturer Giti will be exhibiting its new GTR955 Combi Road trailer tyre at the forthcoming Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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24/04/2019
Stoneridge will be showcasing its new smart tachograph – the SE5000 Connekt – and Annex 1C workshop offering at next week’s Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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24/04/2019
Thermo King and Frigoblock will be presenting ranges of electric, hybrid and lower emission diesel solutions for the UK transport sector at the Commercial Vehicle Show, next week at the NEC (30 April to 2 May).
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23/04/2019
Brighouse-based manufacturer Treka Bus will be revealing its latest minibus at the Commercial Vehicle Show later this month (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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23/04/2019
Software provider Mandata will be showcasing its range of advanced integrated cloud and mobile transport management systems at the Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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23/04/2019
Michelin will be exhibiting its latest Agilis CrossClimate tyre as well as two wheel and tyre safety systems, when it takes up its position at the Commercial Vehicle Show later this month (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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19/04/2019
Transdek UK will be unveiling a new 52-pallet curtainside Wedge double-deck trailer at the Commercial Vehicle Show, NEC, Birmingham (30 April to 2 May).
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19/04/2019
Hankook Tyre UK will be rolling into the NEC, Birmingham later this month with a growing portfolio of commercial tyres, including its first for electric buses.
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19/04/2019
ECCO Safety Group will be demonstrating its range of vehicle safety solutions for the first time under the ECCO brand at the forthcoming Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC; 30 April to 2 May).
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