Trucks
New Volvo innovations with a focus on drivers
The shortage of truck drivers is a growing problem throughout Europe. In Sweden alone, 7,000 new drivers are needed annually – more than 6 percent of the whole national workforce.
Renault Magnum is concrete choice for Scothorne & Sons
Cold store and cold room flooring specialists, GE Scothorne & Sons (Contracts) Ltd., has taken delivery of a new 4x2 Renault Magnum 460.18, through Renault Trucks distributor JDS Trucks Leeds.
Renault Magnum accessories now online
A new range of Renault Magnum accessories and merchandise is now available for viewing online at renault-trucks.co.uk and follow the link from the home page to the new Renault Magnum section.
First ever Volvo Trucks for H Brown and Son Recycling Ltd
H. Brown and Son Recycling Ltd have already put their four first-ever Volvo trucks into service with their 22-strong fleet, operating out of the company’s base in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent.
Foreign lorries to storm UK?
On Friday (13 June) the Council of EU Transport Ministers, meeting in Luxembourg, will discuss the European Parliament proposals to liberalise the movement of lorries operating in the national territory of another country.
Volvo Trucks and Securitas protect goods transport against attack
Attacks against truck drivers and their cargoes in the EU cost haulage firms several billion Euros every year. To help combat this risk, Volvo Trucks and Securitas are now jointly launching a new security system aimed at lowering the risk of theft, hijacking and other security threats.
Cutting fuel duty for heavy lorries – here’s how from FTA
The Freight Transport Association says that fuel duty for heavy lorries could be halved at a cost to the exchequer of around £380 million per year – a sum already exceeded by increased VAT and North Sea oil revenues to the Government as a consequence of higher world oil prices.
The Allports Group full Renault Trucks distributor
Renault Trucks continues to expand its UK dealer network with the appointment of The Allports Group, as a full Renault Trucks distributor.
Manchester Congestion Charge "A Tax On Trucks" says RHA
The Road Haulage Association is concerned that Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly has given the green light to Greater Manchester’s plans to introduce congestion charging by 2012 with seemingly very little consideration to the road freight sector on which industry in the area is so heavily reliant.
New Trakker proves the complete package in South Wales
Mid-Glamorgan based Alan Price & Sons, which in 1994 became the first customer in the UK to take delivery of the original Iveco EuroTrakker, has added the latest Trakker 8x4 to its fleet of 20 commercial vehicles.
Volvo Trucks win Greenfleet LGV Manufacturer award
With the Award ceremony held appropriately on June 5th, World Environment Day and during European Green Week, Volvo Trucks has won the Greenfleet LGV Manufacturer of the Year Award 2008. The Award recognises and rewards best practice in environmental transport policy.
Sparks Transport chooses Euro 5 Renault Premiums
Sparks Transport, one of the leading providers of transport and distribution services, is adding six new Renault Premium 450.25 tractor units to its 70-strong fleet.
Automatic DAF is a smart mover
Smart looks and good performance from an earlier model have led South Wales operator RPM Vehicle Logistics to put another DAF LF45 into their 16-vehicle car transporter fleet.
The new Michelin X Energy SaverGreen range
Michelin unveils its new Michelin X Energy SaverGreen range in an exclusive world premiere launch on the new version of the Renault Magnum. With this new, exclusive offering, incorporated into Optifuel Solutions, Renault Magnum once again reasserts its unique position on the Long Haul market.
Dennis Distribution celebrates with unique livery Volvo FH
Dennis Distribution, formerly known as T & A Dennis, based in Malton, North Yorkshire, has taken delivery of a Volvo FH-480 tractor unit featuring a unique metallic black and gold livery to commemorate their 50th Anniversary.