Trucks
FTA demands assurances detrunking fund will not punish lorries
The Freight Transport Association has urged caution following yesterday's Department for Transport (DfT) announcement that £66 million will be provided to local authorities to maintain their detrunked roads.
FTA Transport Manager Seminars 2009
The Freight Transport Association’s annual series of Transport Manager seminars will take place at twelve locations across the UK between 16 September and 2 December 2009.
Allison rewards Fire Service’s Apprentice of the Year
Leading automatic transmission manufacturer supports apprentice schemes by backing national award; West Midlands Fire Service marks 35 years of safe rescue with Allison-equipped fire trucks.
Renault Trucks invests €30m in its stamping shop in Lyon
Renault Trucks is modernising its production equipment and preparing for the future, with a major investment of €30m in its stamping shop on the Vénissieux site (Rhône). In so doing, Renault Trucks is clearly stating its forward-looking ambitions and commitment to the future.
Heavyweight comfort with Volvo FH16 for Allsop
Derbyshire plant hire and earth-moving operator Allsop Plant and Haulage has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH16-660, plated for operation at 150 tonnes. The 6x4 tractor unit will join the rest of the Smalley-based company’s Volvo-heavy fleet, moving heavy plant across the UK and beyond.
A moving story from Trafficmaster’s Fleet Director
There is nothing more frustrating for an office or transport manager than to send a driver on a job, only to be told they couldn’t make it or that they are running late because they got stuck in traffic.
Low Emission Zone U-turn: Victory for logistics and small business
Yesterday’s announcement that phase three of London’s Low Emission Zone (LEZ) would be suspended just two days before the controversial emission-reducing scheme’s first birthday has been warmly welcomed by leading industry body the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
DAF 150 tonner provides comfortable ride on heavy hauls
A 150 tonne DAF XF105 tractor in service with heavy haulage specialists AP Hollingworth Limited of Huddersfield has been specified to a luxurious level of comfort and a high mechanical standard to suit its demanding work.
Safetykleen places significant Iveco Eurocargo fleet order
Iveco and Stormont Truck & Van have secured a major fleet order for 53 new Iveco Eurocargos from Safetykleen, the UK’s market leading parts-washing company.
Euro 5 Volvo’s hit the right note for Radiohead and McGuinness
Established in 1991, Irish operator Frank McGuinness has built an enviable reputation for transporting equipment and stage sets for the top names in the music and entertainment business across Europe.
Renault Trucks Adventure sets off on 1 March 2009
The second Renault Trucks Adventure is moving ahead at great pace. The expedition, known at the Cape to Cape, is set to depart North Cape (Norway) on 1 March and arrive in Cape Town (South Africa) on 1 July 2009.
Uniroyal’s tackle tough forest tracks
The good performance of Uniroyal tyres on their timber hauling trucks has led Cumbrian operator John Miller Limited to use them in its general haulage fleet.
Cummins powered FV430 wins best in class award
The Cummins 6BTAA powered BAE Systems FV430 Bulldog project has been awarded winner of its category “Full Scale Production and Sustainment at Sub System Level”. The honour was given by the Aviation Week and Space Technology magazine as part of its Program Excellence Awards.
Universal buy new Volvo flagship to complement its brand image
When the entire nation seems to be focusing on the doom and gloom of the credit crunch its inspiring to find a new young company who is upbeat and positive about the future of its business.
Iveco heavy truck range fuelled up for 2009
Iveco dealers across the UK are offering retail customers 1,000 litres of free fuel with the purchase and registration of any new Stralis or Trakker heavy truck until 31 March 2009.