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VisionTrack appoints Richard Lane as Commercial Manager

Leading vehicle CCTV telematics specialist VisionTrack has appointed Richard Lane as Commercial Manager to support and build on the company’s recent growth.

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Hankook Tyres gets ready for winter

Hankook is getting ready for winter with its SmartControl AW02 tyre – a winter specialist for trucks than can be used both on the steering axle as well as at all other positions.

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Isuzu’s Magnificent 7 take centre stage

When a subsidiary of the Altrad Group, Trad Midlands Scaffolding Contractor (formerly MTD Midlands) was looking to replace seven incumbent vehicles within their fleet, the Oldbury based company decided to switch to Isuzu for the first time for this fleet replacement programme.

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Pall-Ex increases efficiency with telematics LPG fleet investment 

Pall-Ex has invested over £250,000 into its operational excellence, upgrading its fleet of forklift trucks to include 45 brand-new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles. This move will ensure efficiency as the company prepares for the industry’s upcoming seasonal peak.

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One in three UK businesses slow to adopt new technology

Almost a third of businesses (31 per cent) admit being slow to adopt technological innovations, according to a new study by TomTom Telematics.

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Commercial fleets using 3G vehicle cameras to defend against claims

3G vehicle cameras are increasingly being used to challenge fraudulent insurance claims, false driving allegations and disputed liability, providing added protection to commercial fleet operations and their drivers. Intelligent Telematics has released a number of recent videos to demonstrate how footage from its industry-leading connected camera solutions is helping companies...

Semperit unveils new Worker drive axle truck tyre

Semperit is beginning to renew its product range for combined on and off-road use by bringing to market a multi-talented drive axle tyre in the shape of the new Worker D2 315/80 R 22.5.

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ProVision launches Fleet Risk Assessment Tool

Fleet operators have arguably more challenges in terms of legislative requirements than at any time in the past. Now, those reviewing and assessing their safety procedures and transport policy have a new tool to evaluate risk and compliance exposure. ProVision has launched its Fleet Risk Assessment Tool for commercial fleet...

Paragon enhances routing and scheduling software

Logistics operations can avoid plans unravelling when vehicles leave the depot by taking advantage of improved reporting functionality within Paragon’s routing and scheduling software. Mapping images can now be embedded into manifest and debrief documents to provide added guidance and feedback to drivers in an easy-to-understand format. This will help...

Euro Car Parts and Sukhpal Singh invest in heavy truck parts market

A major new force in the fragmented UK heavy truck parts aftermarket has been created, following significant investment in Digraph Transport Supplies Ltd (Digraph).

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Finalists getting ready to compete for title of FTA Driver of the Year 2017

Final preparations are being made for the Freight Transport Association Driver of the Year 2017 competition, hosted at Mercedes-Benz’ Wentworth Park facility, where winners and Young Drivers of the Year in three vehicle classes will be named.

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r2c Online release Earned Recognition guide

Fleet management software company r2c Online has released a complete guide to Earned Recognition with guidance from DVSA.

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