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Volvo Trucks in world first with self-driving truck
Volvo Trucks is now taking yet another important step in the development of autonomous vehicles. Over the next year and a half, self-driving autonomous Volvo FMX trucks will be tested in regular...
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New Dunlop on-road truck tyres launched
Dunlop’s brand new on-road truck tyres for long and regional haul applications are ready for whatever’s ahead; winter roads in particular. Both SP346 steer tyres and SP446 drive tyres carry the...
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FTA provides health and safety update for transport operators
How everyone can act together to manage risk will be the general theme of a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) presentation at the Freight Transport Association’s forthcoming Safety in Logistics...
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Mercedes-Benz Arocs lifts AG to new heights
Leading hard landscaping materials producer AG (Acheson & Glover) has commissioned the first six Mercedes-Benz Arocs tractor units to enter service in Northern Ireland. They pull new SDC dropside...
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Hands-free and hand-held phone use is quite different says RHA
“Don’t confuse hands-free with using hand-held mobile phones while driving”, says Road Haulage Association chief executive Richard Burnett. “We welcome the RAC’s new report that highlights the dangers...
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Pilgrim makes progress with Gray & Adams
Temperature control was at the top of its agenda when Pilgrim Foodservice commissioned the latest additions to its expanding fleet. All have highly specified, insulated bodywork by long-standing...
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Best practice seminar on using camera technology to reduce claims
Intelligent Telematics has teamed up with Sopp+Sopp and Collision Management Systems to host a series of events to provide insight into the use of vehicle camera technology to support proactive claims...
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RHA National Lorry Week already a phenomenal success
The first day of the RHA’s National Lorry Week proved beyond doubt that more people than ever are keen to be seen to love the lorry. Commenting, RHA chief executive Richard Burnett said: “ Based on the...
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A one-stop-supplier for workshop consumables
Berner UK is a one-stop-shop for workshop consumables. It’s revered brand has a fine reputation as a direct seller to the automotive industry since 1957. In recent years the company has been building a...
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Continental unveils ContiConnect tyre management system
Continental, the worldwide premium tyre manufacturer and technology company has launched “ContiConnect, a tyre information and management system for commercial fleets. ContiConnect monitors, analyses...
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Dangerous driving captured on 3G vehicle camera
A 3G vehicle camera captured the reckless behaviour of a Ford Fiesta driver, which resulted in a serious crash on the A76 near Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire, Scotland. The IT1000 device from Intelligent...
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Van security system offers protection against electronic vehicle theft
Intelligent Installations has introduced a security system to protect van fleet operators against the rising risk of electronic vehicle theft. With criminal gangs increasingly using clever techniques...
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IRU flags driver shortage
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is flagging the lack of skilled drivers as an increasing problem for for road transport operators. During the last meeting of the IRU Commission on Social...
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Dashcam saves van driver from road rage motorist
A dashcam saved a van driver from a violent clash with a road rage motorist. The SmartWitness footage captures the terrifying moment the two drivers almost came to blows. The bust-up starts when the...
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Goodyear A grade low rolling resistance truck tyres at IAA
Goodyear Super Fuelmax prototype truck tyres will be unveiled at the 2016 IAA commercial vehicle show in Hanover this September. The prototype steer and drive tyres, which boast fuel saving A EU label...
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IRHA wants government action on insurance
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is calling on the government to introduce legislation that would facilitate haulage operators in getting insurance out of state. IRHA President, Verona Murphy...
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Stena Line celebrates five successful years on Belfast routes
Leading ferry company Stena Line is celebrating a very successful first five years on its Belfast to Liverpool and Heysham routes which have experienced significant growth following their acquisition...
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FTA says Silvertown Tunnel commitment is excellent news
The announcement today of the go ahead for the Silvertown Tunnel has been described as excellent news for east London by the Freight Transport Association. FTA’s Head of National and Regional Policy,...
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Paragon expands vehicle tracking integration
Paragon Software Systems is increasing the number of vehicle tracking systems its routing and scheduling software integrates with to meet growing demand from customers across the globe....
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New truck order puts MAN in majority for fleet in UK and Ireland
Leading manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK has delivered 12 new TGX tractor units to Encirc. The order comes on the back of Encirc committing to seven new Euro 6 TGX models in 2015. Both orders have...
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