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First batch of Farizon SV vans land in UK

First batch of Farizon SV vans land in UK

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

Jameel Motors Farizon Auto has welcomed the first delivery of Farizon SV vans to the UK. Arriving in Felixstowe, Suffolk, the first batch of vans encompassed two of the eight variants that will be available in

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Bardon Truck Stop

Bardon Truck Stop to close amid safety conc...

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

In a significant development affecting the logistics and transportation sector, the Bardon Truck Stop in Leicestershire has been mandated to cease operations within the next three weeks. This decision follows a ruling by the planning inspectorate,

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Renault Trucks has announced the official opening of its new dedicated training facility, “The Renault Trucks UK Training Academy” in Whetstone.

Renault Trucks UK opens state-of-the-art Tr...

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

Renault Trucks UK and Ireland is pleased to announce the official opening of its new dedicated technical training facility, the “Renault Trucks UK Training Academy” based in Whetstone, Leicestershire. The new state-of-the-art training centre, which opened

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Barry O’Connor Transport Ltd is reaping the rewards of a new Volvo FH 540 Globetrotter XL tractor unit.

Special Volvo FH 540 tractor for Barry O...

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

County Cork-based Barry O’Connor Transport Ltd is reaping the rewards of a new Volvo FH 540 Globetrotter XL 6×2 tractor unit, acquired due to the brand’s reputation for comfort, reliability and vehicle performance. Supplied by Gerard

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Timber merchant, Main Line Timber, has taken delivery of a new 3.5-tonne Isuzu N35.125 Grafter

Additional Isuzu Grafter for Main Line Timb...

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

Timber merchant, Main Line Timber, has taken delivery of a new 3.5-tonne Isuzu N35.125 Grafter from local dealer RH Commercial Vehicles – an addition to the company’s seven-strong fleet designed to provide extra support for its

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Headlight Glare

A large number of drivers affected by headl...

Feb 17, 2025Comments off

A quarter of drivers (25%) who find vehicle headlights too bright are driving less at night as a result, while 22% say they wish they could, a major new study on headlight glare from the RAC

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HVS transitions to licensing amid financial challenges

HVS transitions to licensing amid financial...

Feb 14, 2025Comments off

In the evolving landscape of sustainable transportation, hydrogen-powered heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) have emerged as a promising solution to reduce carbon emissions. However, the journey towards commercial viability is fraught with challenges. A notable case is

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Alexander Dennis delivers first Enviro100EV for an independent operator to Shuttle Buses

Alexander Dennis delivers first Enviro100EV

Feb 14, 2025Comments off

In a significant advancement for sustainable public transport, Alexander Dennis has introduced the Enviro100EV, a compact yet powerful electric bus tailored to meet the unique needs of independent operators. This development marks a pivotal moment in

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First hydrogen tube trailer delivery at MAHLE Powertrain’s Northampton site

MAHLE Powertrain supports heavy-duty H2ICE ...

Feb 14, 2025Comments off

MAHLE Powertrain has entered the testing phase of a key project that will drive hydrogen fuel use in existing heavy-duty truck engines. Project Cavendish, a £9.8m government-funded programme facilitated by the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC),

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Auto Windscreens partners with Optic-Kleer

Auto Windscreens partners with Optic-Kleer

Feb 13, 2025Comments off

Auto Windscreens has partnered with windscreen repairer Optic-Kleer to offer a jointly-branded service operating from selected Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and B&Q locations. Customers with windscreen chips are not required to make an appointment for this service.