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Bedfords chooses EcoStralis tractor units for LinQ Alliance

In a UK first, Bedfords Transport has bought two Iveco EcoStralis tractor units to run on behalf of its recent acquisition, LinQ Alliance.

Tractor Units
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VW announces plans for closer cooperation with MAN and Scania

Already having a controlling stake in Scania, Volkswagen has increased its holdings in ordinary shares in MAN from 29.9% to 30.47%, so triggering a mandatory offer to all MAN shareholders for their...

Tractor Units
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Cumbria new biomass contract goes to Stobart

Stobart Biomass, the supplier of timber-based biomass fuel, has agreed terms for a long-term supply and logistics contract with West Cumbria's Iggesund Paperboard.

Alternative Fuels
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Fiat Professional announces LEZ finance package

A bespoke finance package on selected Fiat Professional vehicles is being offered to van and minibus owners and operators affected by next year's Low Emission Zone (LEZ) changes in London.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Renault tractor unit demonstrator proves attractive on fuel

When Renault Truck Commercials launched a demonstration programme last December, with its Union Jack and Welsh flag-branded Premium Long Distance tractor units, one operator returned 11.13mpg over a...

Tractor Units
Product Launches

Volvo and MCV launch London double deck bus

The new TfL-specified Volvo B9TL double deck bus has been launched, marking the beginning of a new partnership agreement with Egyptian based bodybuilder, MCV Group.

Bus & Coach
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Cost saving website for transport managers

Designed as a simple cost saving tool for fleet managers and transport engineers, a website launched by Intellitec calculates the benefits of installing its battery guard system for your fleet.

Fleet Operating Costs
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Stertil Koni appointed Pasquin’s UK distributor

Vehicle lifting specialist Stertil Koni has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor for the Pasquin range of manually-operated, air-hydraulic lifting jacks.

Lifting Equipment
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Haldex reveals changes to commercial vehicle and hydraulics divisions

As part of a reorganisation of its businesses, Haldex has announced new company names for its commercial vehicle systems (CVS) and hydraulic systems divisions.

Brakes & Braking Systems
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MAN to help operators with iPhone app

In a trendy bid to help operators further reduce costs, emissions and fuel bills, MAN has launched an app for Apple's iPhone and iPad.

Dealerships
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Grundy & Co Excavations adds Volvo trucks

Kevin Grundy, Grundy & Co Excavations' managing director, has revealed that quality support from Volvo Dealer Thomas Hardie Commercials was the main reason adding more Volvo content his tipper fleet.

Tippers
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Schmitz Cargobull unveils UK plant relocation plans

Trailer manufacturer and bodybuilder Schmitz Cargobull (UK) is to relocate its head office and central parts facility to Warrington.

Trailers