New Krone flatbed semi-trailer for UK and Ireland
Krone will be introducing a new flatbed semi-trailer to the UK and Ireland during the first quarter of 2017. Competitively priced and developed for the UK / Ireland market by a highly experienced UK...
View ArticleCV Show 2017 – registration now live
The UK’s biggest and best event for the road transport, distribution and logistics industries, the Commercial vehicle Show, is now open for visitor registration via the official website www.cvshow.com...
View Article5000th DAF roles off assembly line in Taiwan
DAF Trucks is experiencing impressive growth in Taiwan. The 5,000th truck has rolled off the assembly line less than ten years after it opened in Dadu. With a market share of almost 30% in the 12 ton+...
View ArticleNewCold – Advanced cold logistics comes to the UK
NewCold Advanced Cold Logistics is the fastest growing specialist deep frozen warehousing and distribution global player whose world-class systems, energy efficiency and productivity make it stand out...
View ArticleCartwright Fleet Services joins Isuzu Truck’s expanding UK network
Leading truck manufacturer Isuzu Truck UK has continued with the ongoing development of its UK dealer network with the recent appointment of Cartwright Fleet Services as full sales, service and parts...
View ArticleNew trailer lock guards against theft and stowaways
A patented protection system for the cargo compartments of vans and semi-trailers has been launched on the market. Called Trailerlock, the device protects the rear doors of trailers and LCVs to prevent...
View ArticleDriver First Assist – training HGV drivers to make the difference
The Road Haulage Association is pleased to support Driver First Assist (DFA) – a much-needed life-saving road safety initiative supported nationally by all three emergency services. Commenting, RHA...
View ArticleFTA’s five-point plan to keep Britain trading
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has drawn up five priorities for customs and border arrangements to keep Britain trading post Brexit. Deputy Chief Executive James Hookham, who outlined the...
View ArticleNew TRP eCatalogue
DAF Trucks and PACCAR Parts has unveiled the brand-new TRP eCatalogue. As well as carrying a total of more than 70,000 parts for all makes of trucks and trailers, the online catalogue is now also...
View ArticleLonger semi-trailer trial demonstrates safety and environmental benefits –...
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) in the UK has welcomed news that the Department for Transport (DfT)’s will be extending the numbers in its Longer Semi-Trailer (LST) trial this year. This...
View ArticleRHA says sat-nav choice a matter of common sense
The Road Haulage Association is suporting the view of the Local Government Association that satellite navigation systems, designed for cars, are not suitable for use in heavy goods vehicles. However,...
View ArticleIRHA highlights posts Brexit work permits issue
The Irish Road Hauage Asociation (IRHA) has highlighted the issue of work permits for HGV drivers, post Brexit. IRHA President Verona Murphy attended the Department of Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation...
View ArticleStena Line hits half a million freight units in Belfast
Leading ferry company Stena Line has posted a record year for freight traffic volumes on its Belfast Harbour routes in 2016. For the first time in its history, Stena Line has carried over 500,000...
View ArticleDFDS cuts road miles with 44-pallet Gray & Adams trailers
Award-winning DFDS Logistics Belfast has underlined its standing as Northern Ireland’s leading supplier of ‘Complete’ temperature-controlled logistical solutions across the Irish Sea and Europe by...
View ArticleRab takes the workshop lead at Mercedes-Benz Truck & Van (NI)
Rab Jackson brings an impressive track record to his latest role as Group Service Manager at Northern Ireland Dealer Mercedes-Benz Truck & Van (NI). After serving a technician’s apprenticeship on...
View ArticleVisionTrack camera captures dramatic crash footage
This is the dramatic moment a teenager driver smashes into a fleet driver after a 75mph police chase. The fleet driver’s VisionTrack VT2000 camera captures the moment the 17-year-old’s Toyota RAV4’s...
View ArticleAndover Trailers launches new generation step frame
Andover Trailers has launched a new generation of tri-axle step frame trailers, designed to carry a wide range of machines whilst maintaining a flat deck. Its launch marks one of the most significant...
View ArticleRecord year for Paragon
Paragon Software Systems has reported a strong 2016 with high levels of growth in all areas of its business. The past 12 months has seen the company invest heavily in product development and global...
View ArticleLaser Tools expands HGV tool range
Laser Tools’ ever expanding HGV range now includes these three crankshaft rotators that are designed to fit correctly to the respective crankshaft pulley wheels and enable easy turning of the...
View ArticleHGV drivers get diesel theft warning from Chester Police
Police are urging HGV drivers to be extra safe and secure when parking their vehicles following a spate of thefts. In recent days officers have received numerous reports of diesel fuel being stolen...
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