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11th March 2022
A total of 10 CNG-powered tractor units have entered operation at electricals retailer, AO. The order was delivered by Fraikin and the trucks are subject to a five-year contract hire agreement. Specifically, the pledge to…
10th March 2022
Finding a truck technician trained in heavy electric vehicles is difficult, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has warned. Furthermore, the institute has warned just 3% of heavy vehicle technicians are properly qualified. Specifically,…
9th March 2022
Renault Trucks has confirmed new E-Tech models as it expands its all-electric range of vehicles. In addition, the company has announced sales for the new E-Tech trucks will start in 2023. Specifically, the two vehicles…
8th March 2022
Right-hand drive versions of the Mercedes-Benz eActros are now available to order. Therefore, UK truck drivers will be able to sample heavy duty electric driving very soon. The Mercedes-Benz eActros is aimed at those involved in…
7th March 2022
The Gist driving academy is to be expanded to help train and examine prospective truck drivers. In other words, the operation will be doing its bit to ease the ongoing driver shortage. As a result,…
4th March 2022
The war in Ukraine is having a serious impact on the ability of truck drivers to do their jobs in Europe. Specifically, Russia’s invasion of the country is damaging costs, supply chains and international trade.…
3rd March 2022
Advances in technology for trucks is being used to fight driver shortages. In other words, the new systems will hopefully help bring new blood into the industry. The problem of a lack of drivers is…
2nd March 2022
A fifth Iveco S-Way has joined the Williams Transport fleet as the company celebrates 50 years in business. The operator was an early adopter of the S-Way from its launch in late 2020. Furthermore, there…
1st March 2022
A quarter of a century with Trevor Pye Transport been seen one driver recognised with a new Volvo FH 540 Globetrotter. The Shropshire-based operator has a long history with Volvo, but hasn’t added any of…
28th February 2022
Tyre management from Continental has taken a step forward with a ContiConnect upgrade. The new system ‘puts in place the necessary infrastructure for digital tyre management of the future’ says the company. In other words,…
25th February 2022
Caledonian Logistics opted for the best of both worlds with its latest fleet order. In other words, it has chosen Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks in rigid and tractor unit form for its fleet. The Aberdeenshire-based company’s…
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