Truck News
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Truck News 17 Aug 2021Acklea ramps up production of plastic-bodied 7.2t vehicles
Traffic management vehicle specialist Acklea has announced it is increasing production of its plastic-bodied 7.2t commercial vehicles.
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Best Practices 30 Jul 2021Used values soar as van and truck shortages continue
A lack of key components such as semiconductors has led to a cut in commercial vehicle production.
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Truck News 22 Jul 2021Shoreham Port partners with Ryder to start new transport operation
Shoreham Port has started running its own trucks and trailers and has chosen to partner with Ryder for the supply of its fleet.
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People News 13 Apr 2021James Armstrong named as managing director of Scania GB
Scania Great Britain has appointed James Armstrong as its new managing director.
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Truck News 4 Jan 2021Bevan Group and eStar Truck & Van win new Leicester Council tipper order
Bevan Group has announced it is working on a second consignment of tipping bodies for 14 FUSO Canter trucks to be operated by Leicester City Council.
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Truck News 24 Nov 2020
MAN TGX named Truck of the Year 2021
The new MAN TGX has been named International Truck of the Year 2021 by a jury of 24 trade journalists.
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Truck News 24 Sep 2020
DAF fleet deal a solid investment, says Yusen Logistics UK
Yusen Logistics (UK) has described its latest fleet delivery from DAF Trucks as a “solid investment” as the company increases its DAF presence with 30 new 18-tonne DAF CF 260 FA box-body and curtain-side rigids.
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Latest News 7 Sep 2020
Fleet briefs: Latest from FleetCheck, Inspire, ITS, Mandata and Exol
The latest from the commercial fleet industry, including FleetCheck launching new factsheets for FORS fleets and Inspire launching its new safety e-learning solution.
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Truck News 19 Aug 2020Mobile Mini invests £2.5m to increase operational efficiency
Mobile Mini has taken delivery of five new delivery vehicles after investing over £2.5 million in its fleet to increase operational efficiency and customer service.
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Van News 27 May 2020
Europcar continues to see vans and trucks demand growth during lockdown
Europcar has reported its UK vans and trucks business has continued to see growth throughout the lockdown period.
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Truck News 20 Jul 2017The Freight Transport Association updates its Drivers’ Handbook
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has updated its truck drivers’ handbook to help professional truck drivers carry out their work safely and responsibly.
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Truck News 18 May 2017Steady start to truck market in 2017
The new HGV market in the UK remained steady in the first quarter of 2017, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Truck News 21 Mar 2017Insurance rate rises could hit hauliers hard says RHA
The RHA is concerned that hauliers may be in for a surprise when the time comes to renew their insurance premiums since the Chancellor released details of a proposed change to the way that compensation payments are calculated.
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Truck News 2 Feb 2017
Death of elderly couple provides grim reminder
Fleets urged to check safety policies after car occupants die in collision involving inattentive trucker
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Truck News 14 Nov 2016Bentham Europe to launch funded claim against truck price fixing
Litigation firm Bentham is proposing to fund legal action on behalf of truck purchasers affected by price fixing over the last 14 years.
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Truck News 7 Oct 2016
Automated truck gearboxes look to widen appeal
Allison Transmission highlights benefits for use beyond bin lorries and buses
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Truck News 7 Oct 2016
Trial gives thumbs-up to extra-long trailers
Data suggests they are cutting congestion and pose a smaller safety risk than standard HGVs
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Truck News 20 Jul 2016Truck makers fined £2.44 billion for price fixing
Five major truck manufacturers have been collectively fined £2.44 billion (€2.93bn) for fixing pricing over the last 14 years.
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Latest News 26 May 2016
Demand for rigid trucks grows 47.1% year-on-year, SMMT figures show
Demand for rigid trucks has grown 47.1% year-on-year to drive an overall HGV sales increase of 19.2%, latest figures from the SMMT have shown.
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Truck News 7 Oct 2015
Driver Buddy system to protect truck drivers against stowaways
A new system has been launched to protect truck drivers against stowaways in trailers.
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