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  • 23 May 2013 - Specifications agreed for new generation of digital tachographs
  • 23 May 2013 - Mondello Truck Show wants classic Scania and Volvos
  • 23 May 2013 - Haulage company director fined £300,000
  • 22 May 2013 - Volvo Trucks renews entire European truck range
  • 22 May 2013 - FTA welcomes third Thames crossing consultation
  • 22 May 2013 - Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme Awards announced

Mondello Truck Show wants classic Scania and Volvos

By John Loughran
Scania Streamline

Following the launch of the new Scania Streamline and Volvo FH Series, the organizers of the Mondello Truck Show at Mondello Park on 20/21 July are looking to owners of classic Scania Streamline ‘Centurion’ trucks and the best examples of the Volvo F88/89 ranges to exhibit alongside the all-new models that will be on...

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Specifications agreed for new generation of digital tachographs

By John Loughran
The National European flags in 2007

Specifications for a new generation of digital tachographs for trucks and buses have been informally agreed by the Irish presidency and Parliament negotiators.

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Fleetmatics wins Technology Exporter of the Year award

By John Loughran
Pictured at the awards are; Karl Flannery, ICT Judge; Paul Walsh, Head of Development; Khurram Saifuddin, Head of IT Operations and Wan Luo, BI & Mobile Development Manager.

Fleetmatics, a leading global provider of fleet management solutions for commercial fleet vehicles delivered as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) to SMBs, has won Technology Exporter of the Year at the ICT Excellence Awards held in Dublin on Thursday, May 16.

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Mercedes-Benz points to advantages of genuine brake kits

By John Loughran

Mercedes-Benz has extended its range of commercial vehicle brake kits, with savings of up to 43 per cent on certain kits.

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Volvo Trucks renews entire European truck range

By John Loughran
Volvo Truck range 2013 b (1)

Volvo Trucks has launched five new truck models since September last year, starting with the spectacular launch of the new Volvo FH, followed this year by the introduction of the new Volvo FM, Volvo FMX, Volvo FE and Volvo FL. All the new models include innovations and features that make the driver’s job easier and...

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FTA welcomes third Thames crossing consultation

By Matt Brennan

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed news that the consultation into a third Thames crossing will begin in a bid to find a solution to traffic queues at Dartford.

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AGS European opts for Krone

By John Loughran
sschmitz cargobull

AGS European, based in Abergavenny, Wales has chosen Krone to supply its latest curtainsiders. The company required at least 2.6m clear side- loading within a 4 metre overall height to cope with double-stacked pallets. Furthermore, they required a trailer, which could provide greater loading flexibility.

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MDF Transport chooses Schmitz Cargobull

By John Loughran
MDF Transport chooses Schmitz Cargobull

Great Yarmouth-based MDF Transport has added a pair of Schmitz Cargobull S.CS MEGA curtainsider trailers with VARIOS® Top Technology to its fleet of 22 tractor units and 55 trailers. One of the tri-axle units has also been specified with COIL equipment to ensure added strength for heavy and high point loads.

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Hauliers help out in fodder crisis

By John Loughran

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has confirmed that its members are actively involved in seeking to remedy the current fodder crisis, which is strangling the agriculture sector.

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Stoneridge returns to Tip-ex

By John Loughran
SE5000 Exakt Duo img press release

Stoneridge is to return to this year’s Tip-ex to showcase the latest in digital tachograph technology, including its new Fleet Healthcheck.

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Actros voted Green Truck 2013

By John Loughran
Mercedes-Benz Actros

The Mercedes-Benz Actros 1851 GigaSpace is the greenest truck around, according to two of Germany’s leading commercial vehicle publications, ‘Trucker’ and ‘VerkehrsRundschau’.

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Commission roll-out of intelligent information services

By Matt Brennan
SÈrie thÈmatique : La stratÈgie de Lisbonne

The European Commission has adopted two regulations to promote the roll-out of ‘intelligent information services’, such as real-time warnings about dangerous road conditions ahead and information on safe and secure parking places for truck drivers. They can be provided through different means such as variable road signs, the radio and mobile phone applications.

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Commission investigates alleged fuel price fixing

By John Loughran
The National European flags in 2007

The European Commission has carried out unannounced inspections at the premises of several companies active in and providing services to the crude oil, refined oil products and biofuels sectors. These inspections took place in two EU Member States. At the Commission’s request, inspections were also carried out on its behalf by the EFTA Surveillance Authority...

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Volvo unveils new FL and FE trucks

By John Loughran
Volvo

The new versions of the Volvo FL and Volvo FE trucks are being launched with an outstanding combination of technology and services designed to ensure that the truck is always ready for duty when required. The truck’s operator and driver are free to focus on their core business, while Volvo Trucks takes care of...

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ETI seeks partners to develop new gearbox

By John Loughran
energy technologies

The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) is seeking partners – major companies, academics and SMEs to help develop a new type of gearbox and engine air charging system for use in heavy duty vehicles (HDV).

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