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    Paneltex to celeberate Silver Jubilee at CV Show

    The show will see the British bodybuilder display six vehicles from its diverse product portfolio, including examples from all four of its UK truck, trailer and van manufacturing sites. Included will be a Mercedes MWB Sprinter with a Paneltex Somers refrigerated panel van conversion, an 11m refrigerated trailer, two refrigerated rigid box bodied trucks […]

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    Well Pharmacy signs healthy deal with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

    The three year agreement will see the pharmacy group take delivery of 450 new Volkswagens, with the majority of vehicles ordered being the brand’s Caddy model which went on sale in September. Well Pharmacy chose the Caddy for its reputation for reliability and Volkswagen’s aftersales support package. Dispensing more than 74 million prescriptions a […]

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    Road Test: Vauxhall Vivaro Combi

    The double cab has become an increasingly popular layout for those looking to carry a combination of people and goods, with a second row of seats and a dedicated load area behind. Those looking for additional people-carrying ability will be more tempted by the full-on Combi though. Vauxhall’s Vivaro Combi can be had on […]

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    Deadline extended for LCRS Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award

    The award aims to recognise companies that are making carbon reduction and fuel efficiency a priority within their fleet operation. FTA is encouraging LCRS members who are adopting operational and technological measures from driver training and route scheduling to improving vehicle fill and using greener fuels to apply and receive recognition for their efforts. […]

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    APS takes to road to showcase Aldercote’s van-mounted boom lifts

    Designed and built in Britain, the range is divided into three series, each with different levels of performance and specification: Performance, Utility and Contractor. Aldercote’s van mounts are set up with the pedestal located behind the bulkhead, which provides more space for storing tools and equipment. The tripod design also makes it safer and […]

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    Truckman to showcase new hardtop range at CV Show

    The event will see the West Midlands-based company exhibit its new hardtops for the new 2016 Ford Ranger, Nissan NP300 Navara, Toyota Hilux, as well as the Isuzu D-Max and VW Amarok. The new commercial hardtops on show will include the high capacity Truckman Classic with all-round side access, Truckman Utility (ideal for racking) […]

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    Teletrac Navman unveils new fleet management software platform

    DIRECTOR has been designed to provide an arsenal of data to help companies gain control of their assets and an indepth look into their fleet’s operations. By structuring information in comprehensible, practical formats, the platform helps organisations analyse their vehicles’ performance and eliminate inefficiencies. “We are very excited to bring DIRECTOR to the market,” […]

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    New van market matches 2015 high in February, finds SMMT

    13,891 new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) were registered in February – traditionally one of the quietest months of the year. Registrations of new vans below 2.0 tonnes and between 2.0-2.5 tonnes fell by 10.5% and 23.9% respectively in the month, but this was offset by an uplift of 6.2% in the 2.5-3.5T segment as […]

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    Royal Mail joins Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme

    The LCRS, which is managed by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) is a voluntary initiative to record, report and reduce carbon emissions from road transport. The scheme demonstrates the efforts of industry to cut carbon emissions and contribute to national carbon reduction targets. Paul Gatti, Royal Mail’s Fleet Director said: “We are delighted to […]

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    Northern Ireland Housing Executive orders 85 Renault LCVs

    The order from the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) comprises 33 Trafic Panel Vans, 44 Master Panel Vans and eight officially converted Master Tippers after follows a tender through the Crown Commercial Service (CCS). The company will use the mix of Renaults in the maintenance of the 89,000 dwellings that it is responsible for […]

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