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21st July 2022
Having covered over a million miles in a decade, a 26-tonne truck at Dowse of Richmond has retired. However, in its place is a Mercedes-Benz Actros of the same size. The new truck is the…
20th July 2022
The next generation of talented technicians who have completed the Volvo Trucks apprenticeship have graduated. A ceremony to celebrate the achievement was held at De Montfort Hall in Leicester. In total, 65 apprentices were welcomed…
19th July 2022
A FUSO eCanter has joined the fleet of foodservice wholesaler Bidfood for its deliveries in London. The all-electric truck is the first of its kind being run by the major operator. Therefore, all parties are…
19th July 2022
Dangerous driving has been targeted by police and Highways England with a crackdown on the M6. In total, 412 vehicles were stopped, with 387 offences recorded in a week in June. The vehicle number includes…
15th July 2022
A Kent-based Mercedes-Benz dealer showed up at a school careers fair to help inspire the next generation. The visit, by Sparshatt Truck & Van, was part of Fulston Manor School’s Festival of Learning Week. The…
14th July 2022
A joint venture involving three automotive manufacturers for a European charging infrastructure has been established. Specifically, Traton Group, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group will combine forces on the project, called Commercial Vehicle Charging Europe. The…
13th July 2022
Two electric trucks have joined the logistics fleet at Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC). The company’s fleet is the largest of its kind in the UK operated by a brewer. Furthermore, the addition of the…
11th July 2022
The latest TEG price index data states road freight costs are continuing to head upwards. Road transport businesses are forced to pass soaring operating costs onto customers as fuel costs stay high. For example, June’s…
11th July 2022
Modplan has invested in seven Mercedes-Benz Ategos for its fleet. As a result, the supplier of windows, doors and conservatories has expanded its vehicle portfolio by four. The company chose the Ategos due to their…
8th July 2022
A 26-tonne loaded CF Electric from DAF has become the first battery powered truck to traverse an Austrian mountain pass. The DAF navigated the 48km-long Grossglockner High Alpine Road, which features 36 hairpin bends and…
7th July 2022
The Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) has awarded its first distinction to an HGV apprentice technician. Will Guest, from Volvo dealer Hartshorne Group, was given the grade for the IMI’s Heavy Vehicle End Point Assessment.…
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