2014

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    Inchcape Fleet Solutions reduces driver downtime with new tool

    The system works by providing automatic monitoring for any job that lasts longer than expected, subsequently opening an escalating channel of communication with the repairer designed to find out why the vehicle remains off the road and when it will be repaired.  IFS says the implementation of the technology has meant a massive reduction in […]

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    The Bristol Beer Factory goes green with Canter Eco Hybrid

    The brewer’s decision to invest in the hybrid technology is particularly timely, given that Bristol has been named European Green Capital 2015 in recognition of its environmental achievements and commitments. The new Canter Eco Hybrid is the company’s biggest commercial vehicle yet, having previously relied on vans to deliver its beers to customers as far […]

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    Crosswind Assist now standard on additional Sprinter variants

    In addition, the system is also part of the standard specification for the 3.0 tonne Sprinter Panel van, short wheelbase models, Traveliner and super-high roof variants. According to Mercedes, Chassis Cab variants usually offer a much smaller “attack” surface for side wind gusts, while large box bodies present a significantly larger surface. Because of this, […]

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    Claire Perry appointed as transport minister

    Mr Hammond was promoted to the position of Shadow Minister for Transport in December 2005 and held the position for the whole of the Parliament. He took up the position of Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport at the Department for Transport in the Government reshuffle of September 2012, with responsibility for road safety, […]

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    DfT needs to make Dartford decision, says FTA

    FTA added that the Department for Transport (DfT) is still not providing a definitive answer to the much-needed crossing with today’s (15th June) decision not making it clear which of the two possible locations it is to be built at.  The association has also repeated its message that ‘congestion needs tackling now’, stating that the […]

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    BA turns to newly launched petrol-engined Mercedes-Benz Citans

    Supplied by the Heathrow branch of commercial vehicle dealer Rygor, all are Long-bodied Traveliner 112 models with five seats and feature the new 114hp 1.2-litre unit, which offers low particulate emissions and fuel-saving BlueEFFICIENCY technology, including the Eco start/stop function, as a standard feature. A total of 28 Citans are now in service with the […]

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    Hoover specialist awards fleet deal to Vauxhall

    Fitted with the Euro 5-compliant 2.0 CDTi 90PS engine, the model boasts 37.7mpg according to Vauxhall. The Vivaros’ interiors have been modified by in-vehicle workshop conversion specialist, the Bott Group, to further enhance the usability of the vehicle for the service engineers. Commenting on the new fleet of vehicles, Neil Parsons, fleet operations manager at […]

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    British Gas signs major tyre contract with ATS Euromaster

    As part of the new agreement ATS Euromaster will be rolling out a full Michelin tyre policy across the fleet. The comprehensive policy, which includes monthly fleet checks by experienced tyre inspectors, using the company’s new FleetSure tool – an electronic device which enables ATS Euromaster to measure tread depth accurate to 0.1mm – allows […]

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