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CV Show figures show an industry on the road to recovery

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Organisers of this year's Commercial Vehicle Show and Workshop 2011 are pleased to announce that the attendance figure for this year's event has been confirmed at 16,137 visitors*. The breakdown of attendees is: UK visitors 15,403 International visitors 734 "The atmosphere at this year's Show across all the sectors represented was one of optimism", said […]
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Thomas Hardie Commercials back-up hits the spot at Grundy & Co

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Grundy & Co Excavations Ltd Managing Director Kevin Grundy cites high quality support from Volvo Dealer Thomas Hardie Commercials as the prime reason for increasing the Volvo content of the company's tipper fleet with the purchase of three new FMX 8-wheel tippers: "Thomas Hardie can't do enough for us. Although our Volvo FM tippers are […]
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Dawsonrentals takes 100 more MANs

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Leading specialist asset rental business, Dawsonrentals in Milton Keynes, has ordered a further 100 MAN TGM rigid chassis for its expanding fleet of refrigerated and ambient trucks. This brings to 150 the number of rigid MANs acquired by Dawsonrentals in the past 12 months, in addition to 250 MAN tractor units taken on over the […]
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Van Leasing Made Simple set to solve business headaches

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Good news is at hand for businesses struggling to source new vans on a budget. The launch of Van leasing made simple™ means that there is now one place to find the best new van lease deals on over 2,500 different vehicles from all of the van manufacturers. Van leasing made simple™ has been created […]
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Vauxhall Movano is top choice for British Gas

Date posted: May 20, 2011
British Gas and Vauxhall have signed a fleet deal for 140 Vauxhall Movano vans. The bespoke platform cab Movano vans join the UK's leading energy supplier's 10,500 strong fleet. British Gas's latest acquisitions are all powered by Vauxhall's frugal 2.3-litre 125ps engine and are specified from factory with L3 long wheelbase to accommodate the energy […]
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Driver CPC training: don't leave it until the last minute says APC Overnight

Date posted: May 20, 2011
APC Overnight, the UK's largest next day delivery network, is taking a lead in the transport industry by ensuring that their drivers have their Driver CPC qualifications in advance of the 2014 deadline. The 120+ depot company took the decision to ensure that each member of its HGV driver team is well on their way […]
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Straight out ontour for Volvo B9R at Cropley Coaches

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Family owned Cropley Coaches recently took delivery of a new Volvo B9R coach with Sunsundegui bodywork, on the Volvo Bus stand at the UK Coach Rally in Peterborough. Following the show the new Cropley vehicle was pressed straight into action, carrying passengers to Spain on one of the Lincolnshire based company's European tour operations. Cropley […]
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Wholesale van values fall for third successive month in 2011

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Manheim Remarketing's latest monthly Market Analysis for Vans reveals that average wholesale used van values fell by 2.3% (£92) to £3,852 in April, the third successive month in 2011 that values have recorded a fall. Average age increased by one month to 53 months but average mileage fell by 1,168 to 75,095 miles. When compared […]
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Olympics starts race for night-time deliveries

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Night-time deliveries will form a major part of logistics companies' plans next summer when the biggest sporting event in the world visits London bringing with it severely restricted goods delivery slots. But if businesses adopt best practice and work night-time deliveries into their long-term plans the benefits of transport cost reduction, more reliable deliveries and […]
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Warburtons orders more dual-fuel Mercs

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Kevin Swallow Thursday 05 May 2011 16:40 Bread maker Warburtons continues its commitment to alternative fuels with six dual-fuel Mercedes-Benz Axor 1840 tractor units joining the fleet. Transport manager Mark Sutcliffe tells CM the own-account operator is committed to using gas for environmental reasons. "It's a clean fuel that helps us to reduce our emissions […]
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Selling Isuzu trucks on the hoof

Date posted: May 20, 2011
The compact overall size of the Isuzu Grafter 3.5t rigid chassis cab, matched to its impressive 150bhp power output, is proving to be ideal for SKS Foottrimming Service Ltd. One such vehicle has just joined its vehicle fleet offering mobile preventative and curative foot trimming services for cattle herds in the South of England. The […]
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And finally...

Date posted: May 20, 2011
Over 130 transport industry professionals have signed up to support FTA President Stewart Oades' round Britain cycle ride to raise money for Transaid. Between 7 and 22 June, Oades is visiting every FTA region, riding around 50 miles in each with a group of FTA members and supporters. There is still time to join in […]
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Stertil Koni launches 'no quibble' £3,000 scrappage scheme

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Stertil Koni, the world's leading manufacturer of mobile column lifts, has launched a 'no quibble' commercial vehicle lift Scrappage Scheme. Unveiled at the recent Commercial Vehicle Show, the Scheme has been designed to provide the opportunity for users to replace any of their old commercial vehicle lifting equipment and receive a minimum £3,000 part exchange […]
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TNT Express road network in Europe orders five new Cheetah Fastback trailers

Date posted: May 13, 2011
TNT Express Road Network in Europe has ordered an additional five Cheetah Fastback trailers for its linehaul operation following successful trials of two Fastbacks between Holland and Switzerland. The original two Fastbacks were put through rigorous testing conditions over recording fuel savings averaging up to 12 per cent. The new trailers will mainly be used […]
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Renault offers London commercial vehicle users up to £6,000 off new van or minibus purchase

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Ahead of the implementation of the new vehicle emissions standards for London for 3 January 2012 as part of the Low Emission Zone (LEZ), Renault is now offering eligible commercial vehicle users up to £6,000 off the basic price of its van, conversions and minibus ranges. Originally launched in 2008 for lorries over 12 tonnes, […]
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Volvo and MCV launch new London spec double deck bus

Date posted: May 13, 2011
The new TfL specified Volvo B9TL double deck bus was officially launched at Volvo Bus headquarters in Warwick, marking the beginning of a new and significant partnership agreement with Egyptian based bodybuilder, MCV Group. Having generated widescale interest and with an order already placed by Go-Ahead for their Docklands Buses operation, the new specifically designed […]
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Optare appoints new Chief Financial Officer

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Optare plc has appointed Peter Phillips as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with effect from 6 June 2011. He replaces Mike Dunn, who leaves the company to pursue other business interests. Phillips, 50, joins Optare from Tesla Motors, the NASDAQ quoted electric car manufacturer, where he has been the European Finance Director. Prior to joining Tesla […]
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Norbert Dentressangle goes sustainable with Isotrak

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Expanding supply chain specialist Norbert Dentressangle has selected Isotrak, the UK leader in vehicle tracking and software solutions, to provide a state-of-the-art telematics system to deliver an improved greener performance and more effectively manage fleet costs. Isotrak's Active Transport Management System (ATMS) including CANBus Driving Style Module, proved the ideal choice following a live operational […]
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Signs of stability in bus and coach sector as decline slows to 5% in April

Date posted: May 13, 2011
· Overall bus and coach volumes down 5.0% in the month and 17.5% for the rolling year to April. · Coach volumes up 19.5% in April and up by 1.5% for the rolling year. · Bus registrations fell by 10.4% in April and fell by 19.7% for the rolling year. "The rate of decline in […]
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Greater investment required to minimise winter travel chaos and improve passenger welfare

Date posted: May 13, 2011
More can and should be done to ensure UK transport networks continue to operate in severe winter weather, say MPs. The welfare of air and rail passenger must be taken more seriously and better real time information must be provided to road users. Launching a report examining how snow chaos last December closed Heathrow, disabled […]
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CEVA launches Supply Chain Solutions

Date posted: May 13, 2011
• CEVA's Supply Chain Solutions to drive strategic advantage in global market-to-market supply chains • New SMART Solution to reduce risk and cost, and increase efficiency. Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, 9 May 2011 - CEVA Logistics, one of the world's leading supply chain companies, has today announced the creation of a new organization, Supply Chain Solutions, […]
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More precise planning with Territory Manager

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Organisations planning or modelling geographical territories and allocating resources to them can handle the task with much greater precision, flexibility and control with the new version 2.0 of Territory Manager from MapMechanics, the specialist in map-based analysis. Not only does version 2.0 of Territory Manager introduce the option for users to take account of drive […]
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VW set to take over MAN

Date posted: May 13, 2011
Today, Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft announced that it has increased its holdings in ordinary shares in MAN SE from 29.9 percent to 30.47 percent. This step automatically initiates a mandatory public tender offer to the shareholders of MAN SE. The offer price for each ordinary share in MAN is expected to amount to EUR 95.00 and the […]
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And finally...

Date posted: May 13, 2011
There is no such thing as a leftover pie, sausage roll or crisps in most transport offices. But where there are leftovers, fuel company Green-ergy is turning them into biofuel. Greenergy says you can extract oil from fatty foods, such as crisps, pies and pasties, which would otherwise be destined for landfill or compost, and […]
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Business Minister Mark Prisk will speak at SMMT Summit

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has announced that Business Minister Mark Prisk will deliver the keynote political speech at the 2011 SMMT International Automotive Summit, to be held next month in Westminster. A keen supporter of UK manufacturing, Mr Prisk will discuss the key issues and opportunities facing the automotive industry, including its contribution […]
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Krone Euroliners and HB Commercial Carry European Warehousing & Transport Forward

Date posted: May 6, 2011
European Warehousing & Transport, the Ipswich-based steel haulier and handlers have 'partnered' with Felixstowe-based HB Commercial to add 6 Krone Euroliners to their fleet. European, who work with Brisko Metal Resources, a major steel products producer, approached HB Commercial to 'source & spec' a hard working and quality trailer to suit their operational needs. According […]
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International Trade survey

Date posted: May 6, 2011
SMMT has designed and launched an International Trade survey to better understand the key areas of international interest for the UK automotive sector. Answers from selected participants will help to shape our international trade support events and determine the advice we give to UKTI and other government decision makers. SMMT promotes the interests of the […]
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Renault celebrates first UK order for electric Kangoo van Z.E six months ahead of launch

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Six months ahead of the vehicle's eagerly-anticipated UK launch, Renault is celebrating the first of what it believes will be many deals for its electric Kangoo Van Z.E. (Zero Emission). Its first order, for six vans, has been placed by longstanding customer JCDecaux, Europe's largest 'out-of-home' advertising company. Set to arrive in showrooms this October, […]
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Shocking New Research Shows Drivers Concentrate on the Road Just One Third of the Time.

Date posted: May 6, 2011
The Fuelcard Company has warned commercial drivers against over reliance on sat-navs after shocking new research shows fleet drivers concentrate on the road just one third of the time. While satellite navigation systems have transformed life for commercial drivers, the devices are also one of the main causes of absent mindedness, tempting motorists to rely […]
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DHL launches logistics industry resource

Date posted: May 6, 2011
DHL Supply Chain is today announcing the launch of DHL Supply Chain Matters, a new online industry resource aiming to help readers navigate the complex modern logistics environment. Utilising DHL's global reach and industry expertise, DHL Supply Chain Matters will demonstrate how organisations can gain a cutting edge through innovation and optimisation, sharing experiences and […]
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FTA helps transport operators prepare for Olympic Games

Date posted: May 6, 2011
With over 14,000 athletes, 20,000 journalists and one million members of the public expected to descend upon the Olympic stadium next summer, the logistics sector is busy ensuring that the supply chain will not be compromised. To help operators prepare, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) will be holding a conference 'Managing Deliveries and servicing during […]
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Truck crime up again in 2011

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Theft of motor vehicles Although the theft of Large Goods Vehicles has reduced from last year, LGV theft numbers still remain very high. The low recovery rates, means damage to industry is exacerbated. The most popular targeted makes, are, as last year: Iveco, Scania and Leyland DAF. Box vans, Tractor units and Tippers are the […]
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Volvo order for 61 coaches for Greyhound

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Volvo Buses has received an order for 61 coaches for Greyhound Lines. It is Volvos subsidiary Prevost that will deliver the 61 X3-45 coaches during 2011. Prevost is proud that Greyhound has once again chosen Prevost as their primary coach supplier. The decision is based on Prevost's commitment to premium quality and timely delivery. The […]
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A new mobile 'app' will help the transport sector through the choppy waters of the economic downturn

Date posted: May 6, 2011
The transport and logistics sector is crucial to the UK's economic growth. Freight is the cornerstone of EU trade, yet the industry has been badly hit in recent years by the economic downturn, rising fuel costs and increasing incidents of freight crime. A group of public and private sector organisations are fighting back with the […]
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Paul Milnes heads Fowler Welch ambient arm

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Paul Milnes has joined Fowler Welch as Head of Operations - Ambient. The £40m ambient operation already accounts for some 25% of the overall Fowler Welch business, and Milnes has been recruited to develop the company's activities in the sector. The former MD and major shareholder of JDF Logistics, which after 17 years of successful […]
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Stagecoach positive about trading

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Stagecoach Group plc ("the Group") is today providing an update on trading in advance of a series of meetings with analysts. Financial performance The overall profitability of the Group has remained strong, with good ongoing cost control and all divisions showing revenue growth in the current year. Like-for-like revenue growth* for the financial year to […]
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Ocado starts on second fulfilment centre

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Online food retailer Ocado Group plc ("Ocado") celebrated the start of construction work on its second Customer Fulfilment Centre ("CFC") today with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by Tim Steiner, Chief Executive Officer, Ocado. The £210m hi-tech distribution facility, at IM Properties' Birch Coppice Business Park in Dordon, North Warwickshire, is being built by construction firm […]
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Pallet customers can now order online

Date posted: May 6, 2011
NORTH west haulage company Fagan and Whalley have revamped their website to allow clients to place orders online. The family-run firm, who are founder members of Palletforce, the UK's leading palletised distribution network, has overhauled its website to include a client log-in section to make it even easier for clients to place orders. The old […]
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And finally...

Date posted: May 6, 2011
Normally we would be all over the Truck Festival, taking place between 22 and 24 July at Hill Farm in Oxfordshire, but alas, this is in fact a music rather than a real truck festival. Topping the bill are Gruff Rhys, Bellowhead and former Blur guitarist Graham Coxon. Sure, it's not Truckfest but perhaps there […]
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SMMT publishes latest analysis of vehicles in use on UK roads

Date posted: April 28, 2011
SMMT has published its latest analysis of the total number of vehicles in use on UK roads. The number of heavy commercial vehicles on the road increased by 5,219 units in 2010 versus 2009 to 563,295 units, while light commercial vehicles were also up 31,796 units. The growth in the commercial vehicle market is largely […]
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Allison Transmission unveils new powershifting Twin Countershaft gearbox for tractor units

Date posted: April 28, 2011
Allison has launched a new and unique 10-speed fully automatic transmission for tractor units across the entire drive cycle. The highly innovative gearbox is set to debut in North America in late 2012. Allison's proven torque converter technology delivers uninterrupted power to the wheels for productivity and fuel efficiency in the stop-and-go portions of a […]
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Fuel price misery - with no end in sight says RHA

Date posted: April 28, 2011
The price of diesel has risen to a new record high again this week, warns the Road Haulage Association. "Relentless price rises are driving up the costs of everything we buy because it is impossible for hauliers to absorb the cost increases, much as they are under pressure from customers to do so," says RHA […]
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Double Manx success for Isuzu Truck

Date posted: April 28, 2011
Following B&C Engineering Ltd's recent appointment as the main dealer for commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu Truck UK on the Isle of Man, two Manx companies have chosen to specify Isuzu for the first time when purchasing their latest new trucks. A1 Cabin & Toilet Hire at Glen Vine near Douglas and SCE Ltd in Port […]
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LED Technology driving efficiency for Buses and Coaches

Date posted: April 28, 2011
BMAC, the market leader in specialist vehicle lighting has launched Europe's first E approved range of LED "90mm" headlight units. It's unique "Duo- Lux" lens configuration produces a precision beam pattern that maximise the illumination of the road ahead. Utilising industry leading LED's, specifically designed and tested to meet reliability and performance expectations in automotive […]
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SMMT presents easy approach to type approval

Date posted: April 28, 2011
The SMMT used the recent CV Show to launch its European and National Type Approval (SENTA) guide, with a series of presentations to body builders or converters, many of which were new to SENTA. The SENTA guide is a step-by-step guide to ease vehicle manufacturers and bodybuilders through the complicated European Community whole vehicle type […]
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Trucks made of girders

Date posted: April 28, 2011
In the company's constant drive to reduce its carbon footprint, the UK's leading independent soft drinks manufacturer has invested in an environmentally-friendly Bevan21 truck body. Fitted to a 26-tonne MAN chassis, the aerodynamic buckleless curtainsider is part of the first order placed by AG Barr plc with fast-growing dry freight bodybuilder Bevan Group. The Bevan21 […]
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New low cost thermal barrier coating developed for diesel engine applications to solve heat issues associated with 2013 Euro VI emissions introduction

Date posted: April 28, 2011
Fifty percent lower cost thermal barrier coating provides long lasting thermal barrier solution to solve heat issues created by changes to emissions standards of diesel engines. A new low cost, fit and forget ceramic coating offering surface temperature reductions of 125°C has been developed for diesel engine applications. Developed by coatings specialist Zircotec, its new […]
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Wellglade Group rolls out Microlise system to Trent Barton Bus Division

Date posted: April 28, 2011
After an extensive review of suppliers and detailed piloting process - where a 9% fuel saving was achieved - Wellglade Group and Trent Barton Buses have selected Microlise as their transport management solutions provider. Microlise's core tracking and telematics system, with additional modules, is to be fitted to 338 buses in the Trent Barton fleet. […]
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New Mercedes-Benz Vito is miles better on fuel

Date posted: April 28, 2011
More than 50 miles per gallon - from a van! That was the stunning fuel economy figure recorded by a customer in a Mercedes-Benz Vito, at the H&L Garages MPG Challenge. The result was achieved at an event in Hull, to mark the launch of the latest Vito range. Powered by a new family of […]
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Tyre durability more important than price

Date posted: April 28, 2011
Bridgestone received some unexpected and surprising insights from the thousands of visitors at this year's CV Show, into what people really look for when it comes to choosing their commercial vehicle tyres. The Bridgestone stand, which incorporated the Rizla Suzuki MotoGP bike, also offered visitors the chance to win two hospitality tickets to the British […]
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