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Michelin launches HGV and PSV driver CPC courses

Michelin has introduced a series of interactive JAUPT accredited Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training courses designed to improve HGV and PSV drivers’ tyre knowledge and the quality of vehicle walkaround checks.

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Ctrack introduces driver app to improve driver behaviour

Ctrack, an Inseego company, has launched a support web app to be used alongside its range of leading vehicle tracking solutions, so fleet operators can better engage with their drivers and ensure they are following vehicle safety procedures. Driver Mobi provides a suite of tools that have been designed to...

First Mercedes-Benz delivers miles more smiles for Niall

Truck-mounted crane hire and lifting specialist Niall Leitch has treated himself to a stunning 10th anniversary present in the shape of a highly-specified, 8×4 Mercedes-Benz Arocs.

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ParkSafe set to exhibit at CV Show

Parksafe Automotive is set to exhibit at the Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC in Birmingham, April 25-27.

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Bevan Group role brings Ian back to his truck-building roots

The fast-growing Bevan Group has underlined its standing as one of the UK’s leading commercial vehicle bodybuilders by appointing an industry ‘big hitter’ as its first Engineering & Production Director.

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Gray & Adams set to exhibit at CV Show

The UK’s leading manufacturer of temperature-controlled semi-trailers and rigid vehicle bodywork is marking its 60th anniversary – but Gray & Adams’ focus will be firmly on the future when it returns to the National Exhibition Centre for next month’s (25-27 April) Commercial Vehicle Show.

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Camatics delivers major award win for SmartWitness partner DCL

SmartWitness Insurance partner, Direct Commercial Limited (DCL), has taken a major accolade at the fourth Commercial Insurance Awards in London.

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Paragon launches Waypoint Mapping

Paragon is helping road transport and logistics operations to ensure drivers follow approved routes with the launch of Waypoint Mapping. This latest innovation will enable fleet operations to benefit from higher levels of efficiency, customer service and safety by ensuring that actual journeys keep to the expected plan. Microlise has...

Brexit tops agenda at FTA Ireland Transport Manager conference

Brexit and its impact on the movement of goods throughout Ireland and Europe will be top of the agenda at FTA Ireland’s 6th annual Transport Manager Conference, which takes place on 30 March at the Johnston House Hotel, Enfield.

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Scania opens Europe’s first indoor Used Truck Sales Centre

Reinforcing its commitment to premium quality products and the very highest levels customer service, Scania (Great Britain) Limited has opened what is believed to be Europe’s first dedicated indoor Used Truck Sales Centre. Located close to the M6 in Warrington, Cheshire, the centre’s showroom is large enough to accommodate 60...

Insurance rate rises could hit hauliers hard says RHA

The Road Haulage Association is concerned that hauliers may be in for a surprise when the time comes to renew their insurance premiums since the Lord Chancellor released details of a proposed change to the way that compensation payments are calculated.

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TfL Direct Vision proposal a fiasco says RHA

The Road Haulage Association is horrified to learn that the latest proposal from Transport for London could mean banning half of the existing HGVs from London – starting in 2020 – through the application of new, London only, Direct Vision Standard.

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