John Challen

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Shell offers solution for French Ecotax payment

Shell says it will provide fleet drivers with two on-board electronic payment solutions for the upcoming Ecotax in France, in a bid to cater to the needs of both frequent and occasional travellers...

Fleet Operating Costs
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Wrightbus confirms Indian initiative

In a brief statement, bus manufacturer Wrightbus International has confirmed of its intention to move into a new fast-growing market.

Bus & Coach
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Tracker’s fleet telematics helping keep fleets on the road

Data from the Freight Transport Association (FTA) reveals that half of all vans on the roads, over three years old, are unroadworthy.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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CLF International chooses Volvo FH460 tractor units

CLF International has purchased two new Volvo FH460 4x2 tractor units.

Tractor Units
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Alcoa broadens medium duty wheel range

Alcoa has expanded its medium duty portfolio with a new wheel size: 19.5 x 6.75.

Wheels / Wheel fixings / Trims
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New Volkwagen scheme helps used van buyers

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched a national scheme that gives customers a wider choice when buying a used vehicle.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Mechmatic aims to reduce coupling headaches

VBG's claims about the potential benefits of its latest products have been backed up by Gregory Distribution.

Trailers
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A Hingley Transport benefits from ‘secret’ Renault T trial

"Fuel efficient, reliable and spacious" is the verdict from A Hingley Transport, following its 'top secret' 12-month trial of Renault Trucks' new T-range tractor.

Tractor Units
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Walsall transport manager faced with indefinite disqualification

A transport manager and skip operator has lost his licence to run HGVs, following a ruling by West Midlands traffic commissioner, Nick Jones.

Health & Safety Legislation
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Intertruck advises proper winter preparation

Moving into the winter months, workshops are being encouraged to consider the forthcoming weather conditions and the specific requirements of commercial vehicles.

Workshop
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Report suggests only half of truck drivers use safety belts

Despite their well-documented benefits in an accident, half of all truck drivers choose not to use their safety belts, a report has claimed.

Road Safety
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Surefreight saves with Continental Tyres

When, in a bid to reduce its operating costs and improve its tyre management, Surefreight turned to Continental Tyres, it couldn't have expected the results it got.

Tyres & Retreads