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Richard Kent joins VisionTrack

VisionTrack, the leading AI video telematics and connected vehicle data specialist, has appointed Richard Kent as Vice President of Global Sales to help drive growth internationally and build on its market-leading position in the UK. The company is expected to further increase its global footprint during 2022, following the launch...

Thomas Hardie takes Totalkare Y-MECH lifts at two sites

Thomas Hardie Commercials have upgraded their vehicle lifting capabilities at two of their sites in the Northwest of England with assistance from workshop equipment experts, Totalkare.

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How to switch your HGV fleet to natural gas

Leading industry trade body, the Gas Vehicle Network, GVN, has launched a short video showing how easy it is to make the switch to gas as a transport fuel, the opportunity for road haulage, and highlighting that substantial fuel cost savings possible-up to £25-30,000 per year.

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Krone keeps the parts moving for the UK and Ireland  

Krone trailer sales continue to maintain peak levels in the UK and Ireland and, in line with the company’s European customer support policy, Krone’s parts supply service continues to expand with trailer parts available from its Leeds depot and via Krone Parts Online.

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RHA welcomes pause to smart motorways rollout

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has welcomed news that the smart motorways rollout has been put on hold.

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New rules for UK hauliers travelling to Europe

The Department for Transport in the UK is advising haulage operators that work in continental Europe that new rules are coming into force that may affect their journeys.

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Temporary derogation from driving and resting time rules in Ireland

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Department of Transport in Ireland have agreed to allow a temporary and urgent derogation in respect of certain provisions of the EU driving and resting time rules. The proposed derogation will apply to all operators and drivers subject to the EU driver’s hours...

Added touches to add to your car

Whether you want to update the interior of your car or simply add some individuality, customising the interior of your vehicle is a great way to get the look you desire. There are a plethora of automotive accessories to fit a wide range of preferences. So whether you want to...

Freight & Logistics Strategy goes out to public consultation

A Freight & Logistics Strategy for the North of England has gone out to public consultation highlighting the opportunities to address the challenges that lie ahead for the sector and calling on everyone to have their say on shaping the way forward.

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Gower Brewery raises a toast to new FUSO Canter

So reliable was Gower Brewery’s first FUSO Canter that when it was finally due for replacement Director Chris Mabbett had no hesitation in returning to South Wales Dealer Euro Commercials for another.

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How to get a car with a limited budget

In today’s modern car market, some vehicles sell for more than your average 2 bedroom property. This is quite frankly a ridiculous fee for something that will no doubt depreciate in a matter of minutes when you drive off the car lot, yet it would seem impossible to avoid the...

Guide to becoming a dangerous goods (ADR) vehicle driver

The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published a new guide that explains how to qualify to drive dangerous goods vehicles.

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