Brian Tinham

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Volvo launches new monster FH16 for heavy haulage

Volvo is about to launch its FH16 in a version for heavy haulage, involving gross combination weights of up to 295 tonnes, dependent upon gradient.

Engine/Transmission Management
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Fuel efficiency trial leads James Nuttall to Michelin Energy tyres

National haulier James Nuttall (Transport) is introducing Michelin's low rolling resistance Energy tyres, following "outstanding results" from a year-long trial on identical Scania R 420 6x2 tractor...

Tyres & Retreads
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Truck diagnostics firm makes Commercial Vehicle Show debut

On-board diagnostic equipment specialist Jaltest is set to make its debut on the Eclipse Automotive Technology stand at the CV Show 2011 in April.

Diagnostic Equipment
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British engineers keep Caterpillar trucks rolling

US Caterpillar vehicles dealership Whayne Supply is partnering with a small UK engineering firm to increase truck efficiency and decrease downtime.

Off Roaders
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Truck and van fuel saving demonstration at Pullman

Transport operators looking to save on fuel consumption and tyre wear are being invited to attend a demonstration of equipment that claims to do precisely that.

Wheel Alignment
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Eaton Hybrid System to power fuel efficient IC school bus

Navistar's IC Bus CE Series hybrid electric school buses, claimed to run at 30% better fuel economy than diesel engine equivalents, is now being equipped with Eaton's hybrid electric power systems.

Bus & Coach
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Optare raises eur 7.4m equity to support bus order growth

British bus maker Optare has announced today (16 February) acash injection of eur 7.4 million via a successful equity placement.

Bus & Coach
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Sparshatts raises its game with new service offers

Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealer Sparshatts of Kent is adding more services outside normal working hours to help van operators.

Diagnostic Equipment
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Secured Mail effusive over exceptional 7.5 tonners

Liverpool-based independent mail company Secured Mail has taken delivery of five new Fuso Canter 7.5-tonne trucks.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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EMR goes for fuel economy on Volvo fleet specification

Metal recycling specialist EMR has taken delivery of 21 new Volvo FH and FM trucks, all equipped with the I-Shift automated gearbox featuring Eco-Roll to optimise fuel economy.

Gearboxes
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ETI launches £40 million heavy duty vehicle efficiency scheme

The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) is calling on heavy duty vehicle manufacturers, SMEs and academics to take part in what it believes will be one of Europe's largest HDV efficiency programmes.

Engine/Transmission Management
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City link in trials with 15 fuel-efficient teardrop trailers

Express delivery firm City Link, which moves half a million parcels a day, is looking to cut its carbon footprint by switching to Don-Bur teardrop trailers.

Trailers