Economic development and transport performance in OECD and EU countries will slow down and stagnate in 2012, following feeble economic growth last year, the International Road Transport Union (IRU) has predicted.
Latest UK News:
- 09 Feb 2012 - FTA praises highway authorities for keeping traffic moving
- 09 Feb 2012 - New Alcoa sales manager in the UK and Ireland
- 09 Feb 2012 - Continental helps bring truck operators on out of the cold
- 09 Feb 2012 - Register now for free tickets to the CV Show
- 08 Feb 2012 - H.E. SERVICES chooses Andover Trailers
- 08 Feb 2012 - FTA says why not lorries?
European News
IRU-EU Road Transport Conference
The International Road Transport Union (IRU), in partnership with the European Commission (EC) and the EU Danish Presidency, will, in public-private partnership, address the theme “Efficient Solutions for Making Road Transport Greener” in Brussels, Belgium on 29 February 2012.
DSX oil additive improves fuel consumption by 10% on average
A new range of products have been launched on the UK and Irish markets that have been shown over many years of use in the USA, to improve fuel consumption by an average of 10 per cent. The products were originally developed for the US military in the early 90’s and have been used...
Revised IRU checklists against fire now available
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has revised its safety checklists against fire to help bus, coach and truck drivers and transport operators effectively prevent fires and react appropriately in case of fire.
Goldhofer moves power plant in Costa Rica
Specialist heavy haulage trailer manufacturer Goldhofer has helped transport around 45,000 tonnes of machinery for a 200 megawatt power plant in Costa Rica.
IRU fuel prices application available online
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has has upgraded its Fuel Prices web application, which will help transport operators more effectively plan their trips and control their costs.
Wintry game on Volvo Trucks’ loading ramp
Every year Volvo Trucks try to offer the online visitors some sort of fun seasonal greeting on the site Loading Ramp. This year a new winter inspired game has been developed, targeting all desktop users.
New Volvo Truck app
Volvo Trucks’ newly-launched Dealer Locator smart phone ‘app’ makes it easy for customers to find information about their nearest dealer or service workshop. The app is being constantly updated to incorporate Volvo Trucks’ entire global service network, which consists of more than 2,300 dealers and workshops.
Pirelli launches new gravel truck tyre
Pirelli has launched another addition to its highly successful Series 01 truck tyre range, the G:01 gravel tyre, designed for mixed use on roads and in construction sites. The FG:01 for steer axles and TG:01 for drive axles have a unique tread made using two different compounds to offer both cost efficiency and safety...
Serbia implements IRU TIR-EPD
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) TIR Electronic Pre-Declaration application (IRU TIR-EPD) has been successfully integrated into the Serbian customs systems as a result of the productive cooperation between the IRU, the Customs Administration of the Republic of Serbia, and the IRU Member Association, SCC-ATT.
Goodyear unveils new RFID truck tyre
Goodyear has unveiled a new truck tyre featuring Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology.
FTA Ireland backs MEP’s trailer height fears
FreightTransport Association Ireland (FTAI) has echoed the concerns of a leading MEP over Brussels’ plan to limit the height of trucks on Irish roads.
Continental expands popular winter tyre range
The demand for truck winter tyres has risen following the harsh winters experienced in the UK and Ireland over the past two years and Continental has responded to the demand by adding five new tyre sizes in total to its Scandinavia 2 range of winter tyres for truck, bus and coach. Starting with the...
Auto and truck makers urge stability for Europe
The European Automotive Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is calling on European leaders to take urgent action to secure a stable economic environment in which businesses of all sizes can be confident about creating jobs and investing in a strong future for Europe.
Euro-zone debt crisis hits trailer market outlook
The uncertain economic outlook in Europe will hit sales of heavy trailers in 2012, according to automotive and transport market consultants, CLEAR.
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