John Challen

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Iveco expands fuel efficient truck range with Ecostralis

Armed with a range of fuel-saving solutions, Iveco has now launched its Ecostralis, which, according to tests, offers fuel economy improvements of more than 7%.

Tractor Units
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Volvo Bus experiences breath of Clean Air

Clean Air Power has signed a supply agreement with Volvo Bus for the company's dual-fuel engine systems.

Alternative Fuels
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FTA and RHA team up to tackle fuel price hikes

Two of the biggest forces in the road freight industry are combining to campaign for fairer fuel prices.

Fuel Pricing
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Alexander Dennis inks major midibus deal down under

A deal worth £25 million to Alexander Dennis (ADL) has been signed with NZ Bus, of Auckland, New Zealand.

Bus & Coach
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UK bus investment confirmed by Stagecoach

Stagecoach Group has announced plans to buy and lease more than 520 new buses and coaches for its operations across the UK this year and next.

Bus & Coach
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Scania tractor units for McBurney, Northern Ireland

McBurney Transport, the largest haulier in Northern Ireland, is adding a dozen Scania units to its truck fleet line-up.

Heavy Goods Vehicles
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Mobile service provider selected by Hitachi Capital

Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicle Services has contracted SEV Group as its nationwide mobile service engineering network supporting light commercial vehicles.

Repair & Maintenance
Features

People news for January 2011

After almost 14 years as president and CEO of Volvo, Leif Johansson is leaving next summer as he reaches 60.

People
Features

On the buses

Darren Roe, engineering director at Stagecoach Manchester, triumphed at the 2010 UK Bus Awards, picking up the prize for Engineer of the Year. He tells John Challen his plans for technicians and...

Apprenticeships
Features

Road to recovery

After the Annus horribilis of 2009, some of the transport sector enjoyed better times in 2010. However, most concede they are not out of the woods yet. John Challen reads the runes for fleet operators...

Fleet Operating Costs
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HE Payne Transport treads the green truck path

Next-generation tyres from Vacu-Lug are being trialled by HE Payne Transport and its customer Greenvale AP in a bid to improve efficiency.

Tyres & Retreads
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New year, new tax headache for transport operators

The FTA (Freight Transport Association) believes that the increase in fuel duty this month will leave the transport industry out of pocket to the tune of £95 million.

Fleet Operating Costs