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FTA calls for fuel duty cut in Budget

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging the chancellor to cut fuel duty by 3p per litre in his Budget next month, rather than just freezing it.

Fuel Pricing
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World first for weigh-in-motion tyre pressure technology

In a world first, WheelRight has achieved accreditation from the National Measurement Office for its weigh-in-motion tyre pressure technology.

Tyres & Retreads
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Volvo FH with Danish styling sizzles for owner-operator

Owner-operator Phil Barton of P&A Barton has taken delivery of his first new Volvo FH500, customised with special livery more typically seen on Danish show trucks.

Tractor Units
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Renault Truck chassis build reduces body mounting time by 20%

Renault Trucks says that the chassis architecture in its new range can reduce body mounting time by up to 20%, thanks to the modular design enabling multiple configurations.

Chassis
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Utilities business makes the switch to Mercedes vans

Independent energy and utility infrastructure business Brookfield Utilities UK has taken delivery of 11 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, after deciding to switch all light commercial vehicle orders to...

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Smooth operator: long-haul driver back to work with Volvo steering system

An HGV driver who gave up long-haul operations due to shoulder pain has taken up driving again, after acquiring a Volvo FH truck with the Dynamic Steering system.

Tractor Units
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Insurance broker to fit vehicle cameras to cut bogus claims

In a bid to help fleet operators reduce their exposure to 'cash for crash' claims, motor fleet insurance broker Just Fleet has announced it will fit all vehicles with front-facing cameras.

Telematics
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Refrigerated truck has all the right ingredients for NHS Trust

Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust has cut costs and carbon emissions by replacing two smaller trucks with one 5-tonne Iveco Daily truck.

Temperature Controlled Vehicles
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Timber business falls for Euro 6 Mercedes Arocs

Timber business John Miller Transport has taken delivery of a Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz Arocs, fitted with specialist equipment to enable hauling and transporting of timber from forests to sawmills.

Tractor Units
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Plant hire firm ‘extremely confident’ of 15% fuel saving with new trailers

Plant hire business One Call Hire is anticipating saving 15% on fuel with six new tri-axle step frame trailers, fitted with fold-forward ramps.

Trailers
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Edbro weighs in with enhanced CX tipping gear range

Edbro has boosted the maximum load of its CX range of combined ram and tank tipping cylinders from 32 tonnes to 52 tonnes, in a move aimed at extending the product's global appeal.

Tipping Gear
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Engine oil range extended for commercial vehicles

Workshop supplies business Europart is extending its range of lubricants to cover a wider variety of engine technologies.

Lubricants & Systems