Decarbonising the UK truck fleet is a massive challenge says SMMT CEO Mike Hawes
Decarbonising the UK truck fleet is a massive challenge says SMMT CEO Mike HawesDecarbonising the UK HGV fleet represents a massive challenge for the industry, according to SMMT CEO Mike Hawes.“Last...
View Article37,163 trucks registered in 2021, which is 12.9% up on 2020
37,163 trucks registered in 2021, which is 12.9% up on 2020The UK registered 37,163 trucks in 2021, representing a 12.9% increase over the previous year.“But let's be clear, the 2021 increase came off...
View ArticleBio-methane is first stage in Iveco’s journey to zero tailpipe emissions
Bio-methane is first stage in Iveco’s journey to zero tailpipe emissionsIveco sees bio-methane as stage one its journey to zero tailpipe emissions trucks.“Practical, reliable, 100% emissions-free...
View ArticleMercedes reveals 'driver's dream' Actros L Driver Extent+
Mercedes reveals 'driver's dream' Actros L Driver Extent+Mercedes-Benz has launched a new limited edition truck that it says is a “driver’s dream”. The Actros L Driver Extent+ promises to deliver “an...
View ArticleVolvo's I-Save gets fuel efficiency boost
Volvo's I-Save gets fuel efficiency boostVolvo has improved the fuel efficiency of its I-Save engines by further optimising the combustion process.The injectors, compression and camshaft have been...
View ArticleMAN electric truck production brought forward to 2024
MAN electric truck production brought forward to 2024MAN is to begin production of its heavy-duty electric trucks a year earlier than previously planned.Production is now scheduled to start at the...
View ArticleTrevor Pye Transport buys Volvo FH for long serving driver
Trevor Pye Transport buys Volvo FH for long serving driverTrevor Pye Transport is commemorating a driver’s 25th year in service with a new Volvo FH 540 Globetrotter.The Shropshire-based firm hasn’t had...
View ArticleDAF’s CF replacement will be launched in the second half of 2022
DAF’s CF replacement will be launched in the second half of 2022DAF has confirmed that its New Generation distribution trucks will be launched in the second half of 2022.Rumoured to be called the XD,...
View ArticleWorld’s largest CNG refuelling station opens in Avonmouth
World’s largest CNG refuelling station opens in AvonmouthCNG Fuels has opened the world’s largest public access biomethane refuelling station in Avonmouth.Read more
View ArticleContinental launches Conti Hybrid HT3+ trailer tyre
Continental launches Conti Hybrid HT3+ trailer tyreContinental has upgraded its Conti Hybrid HT3 truck tyre range to include better all-weather performance, gaining the important 3PMSF (Three-Peak...
View ArticleMJ Slater puts its second Mercedes-Benz Actros Edition 2 on the road
MJ Slater puts its second Mercedes-Benz Actros Edition 2 on the roadCarlisle-based MJ Slater has taken delivery of its second Mercedes-Benz Actros Edition 2.Like its first Edition 2, which went on the...
View ArticleContinental upgrades its tyre management system to help fleets
Continental upgrades its tyre management system to help fleetsContinental has launched a new generation of its ContiConnect tyre management system. According to Continental, it has refined its digital...
View ArticleLa Londonienne opens in Calais with 135 secure parking spaces
La Londonienne opens in Calais with 135 secure parking spacesCalais has a new secure truck parking facility after the opening of a new 135 space site called La Londonienne Secure Truck Park.Read more
View ArticleMoran Logistics gets greener with new CNG Scania trucks
Moran Logistics gets greener with new CNG Scania trucks Moran Logistics ordered 15 new Scania compressed natural gas vehicles for delivery throughout the next year in order to further improve its green...
View ArticleO'Donovan Waste take UK's first Scania L-series skiploader
O'Donovan Waste take UK's first Scania L-series skiploaderThe UK’s first Scania L-series skiploader has entered service with London’s O’Donovan Waste Services Ltd. The L 250 18-tonner is the first of...
View ArticleDecarbonising the UK truck fleet is a massive challenge says SMMT CEO Mike Hawes
Decarbonising the UK truck fleet is a massive challenge says SMMT CEO Mike HawesDecarbonising the UK HGV fleet represents a massive challenge for the industry, according to SMMT CEO Mike Hawes.Read more
View ArticleZenith buys first Schmitz trailers for rental fleet
Zenith buys first Schmitz trailers for rental fleetZenith Trailer Rentals has added 100 new trailers to its fleet after turning to Schmitz Cargobull for the first time.Read more
View ArticleUkraine war causes lengthy delays in the delivery of new MAN trucks
Ukraine war causes lengthy delays in the delivery of new MAN trucksMAN Truck & Bus is warning of considerable delays for new trucks following a shortage of wiring harnesses caused by the war in...
View ArticlePanther Logistics takes 35 new TGX tractor units
Panther Logistics takes 35 new TGX tractor unitsPanther Logistics has taken delivery of 35 new MAN TGX trucks as part of its continuing growth plans.Read more
View ArticlePML goes in house with Krone dual temp trailers
PML goes in house with Krone dual temp trailersPerishable Movements Ltd (PML) has taken five Krone Cool Liner refrigerated trailers on to its fleet as it brings part of its perishable goods moving for...
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