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    Gasrec announces location of next bio-LNG truck refuelling station

    The development will form part of Gasrec’s planned network of refuelling stations which will be located near motorway junctions and follows the official opening of Gasrec’s first bio-LNG refuelling station at Daventry in May. Gasrec is Europe’s largest supplier of Bio-LNG; a blend of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquid biomethane (LBM). LBM is a […]

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    Hugh Scott Builders & Slaters turn to Fleetmatics to improve efficiency

    With a total of 44 vehicles and branches throughout Glasgow, Hugh Scott Builders & Slaters' customers include property managers, letting agents and housing associations. Using the Fleetmatics “Live Fleet” function, the company is able to observe the location of each vehicle and is alerted to any poor driving behaviour. All information is available immediately through […]

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    NAMA Commercial Vehicle report – May 2013

    The report shows that during May the average values of used LCV’s at auction across the board fell from £4,497 to £4,322, equivalent to a -4% decrease between April and May. With mileage and age also having risen over the month, it is testament to the underlying strength of the marketplace that demand held up […]

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    New Actros tempts Mulgrew back to Mercedes-Benz

    Mulgrew's trucks wear a distinctive livery and are a common sight on the roads of Ireland. Although its fleet has been dominated in recent years by Scania, the all-round performance of the Actros demonstration unit persuaded Mulgrew Haulage to invest in its first Mercedes-Benz tractors for 20 years. The new Actros boasts features including GigaSpace […]

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    Removals company puts ATS Euromaster to the test

    The company runs a fleet ranging from 3.5-tonne vans to 40-tonne articulated vehicles, and uses Fairport Garages in Adlington, Lancashire, to maintain the fleet. Having previously used a local independent service provider, Fairport Garages recently appointed ATS Euromaster to provide 24/7 roadside support, as the fleet spends a large proportion of time on the Continent […]

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    EU to make eCall mandatory from 2015

    The Commission has adopted two proposals to ensure that, by October 2015, cars will automatically call emergency services in case of a serious crash. The “eCall” system automatically dials 112 – Europe's single emergency number – in the event of a serious accident. This draft legislation will ensure that from October 2015, all new models […]

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    Smith Electric achieves landmark milestone

    The Smith Electric Edison offers a payload of up to 2,300kg with a maximum range of 180km in chassis cab, panel van and mini bus configurations. The Newton is available in chassis cab configuration only, and offers a payload of up to 7,400kg with a maximum range of 190km. As well as producing the Newton […]

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    Furmanite renews fleet of Citroen LCVs

    Furmanite will take delivery of a mixture of L1H1 Dispatch and Relay vans on a four year lease contract through Lex Autolease. The majority of the Dispatch vans are HDi 90 Enterprise models, while the company has also selected Berlingo HDi 75 Enterprise models, with CO2 emissions of 133g/km and 55.4mpg. The order for the Relays […]

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    Wrings piles on the miles in new Mercedes-Benz Citan

    The Citan marks the entry of Mercedes-Benz into the small van market, claiming up to 65.7mpg and producing CO2 emissions as low as 112g/km. Supplied by Avonmouth dealer, City West Commercials, Wrings’ long-bodied 109 CDI is powered by a 90hp diesel engine – the Citan is also offered with 75hp and 110hp diesels, or a […]

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    Autoglass to drive fleet business in Scotland & Northern Ireland with new appointment

    Scott, who has previously held commercial roles at Arval and Allstar, will report to Jeremy Rochfort, national sales manager for Autoglass and will also manage relationships with key clients such as Ogilvie and Arnold Clark. Commenting on his appointment, Scott said: ‘As a renowned industry leader and well-loved British brand I’m thrilled about the many […]

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    New TomTom Go includes updated traffic delay info & speed camera warnings

    Included within the new features is Lifetime TomTom Traffic, which pinpoints exactly where delays start and end, helping drivers to get to their destinations faster. Drivers can choose to connect to TomTom Traffic via Smartphone Connected tethering with their smartphone. There’s also a new interactive map that enables drivers to access the travel information they […]

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