John Challen

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Big utilities contract awarded to Masternaut

Major power and water companies, as well as local authorities, have signed up for Masternaut's advanced tracking services, under a £10 million deal.

Telematics

Tyre tracking system to put operators in control of wheels

A new module to track tyre usage has been launched by Accelerator, and will get its first public outing at the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show , from 13 to 15 April 2010.

Tyres & Retreads
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Stovax warms to Canter and Vito

Three new vehicles have been added to the Stovax Group, in response to continuing growth at the stove and fireplace manufacturer.

Light Commercial Vehicles
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New man at the top for Renault Trucks

Marc Martinez has been appointed managing director of Renault Trucks in the UK. Taking up the post on 1 July 2010, Martinez will replace Laurent Farman, who takes over the same post at Renault Trucks...

Tractor Units
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Mercedes plans big return to CV Show in 2011

Mercedes-Benz has already announced that it will be exhibiting at the Commercial Vehicle Show in 2011, with all of its divisions represented in Birmingham next April.

Continuing Professional Development
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Multipart gets parts distribution contract extension

Dennis Eagle's contract with Multipart for parts distribution has been extended for a further seven years.

Municipal Vehicles
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Acta succeeds in fuel enrichment system evaluations

Clean energy products supplier Acta has announced that independent validation of its onboard hydrogen enrichment system has taken place, and been successful.

Fuel Systems
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New V8 range from Scania includes Euro 6-ready EEV model

Boasting what Scania is calling the most powerful truck in the world, the Swedish manufacturer has introduced a seriously updated V8-powered range of vehicles.

Heavy Goods Vehicles
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Iveco sponsors MotoGP motorbike racing championship

Iveco has agreed a two-year deal with Dorna Sports, which runs the MotoGP motorbike racing championship, to be its official commercial vehicle supplier.

Tractor Units
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Stagecoach Group vows to become cleaner and greener

A sustainability strategy has been launched by Stagecoach Group, aimed at reducing emissions fleet-wide throughout the UK and North America.

Bus & Coach
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FTA brings report to CV Operator Show in Birmingham

The FTA arrived at the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show yesterday, armed with copies of a document designed to highlight the need for investment in the UK's transport infrastructure.

Truck Efficiency
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New equipment excites crowds at CV Operator Show

The stand of heavy-duty mobile vehicle lifting equipment supplier Somerstotalkare, here at the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show, is dominated by the S6cf, a cable-free lifting unit that features a...

Bodyshop Equipment