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Electric van being charged

How innovative lubricants are advancing sus...

Aug 19, 2024Comments off

In the rapidly transforming automotive sector, e-mobility stands out as a pivotal area of innovation and growth. The advancement of e-mobility solutions is having an important impact on our society, with more people choosing greener transportation

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H Parkinson Haulage goes into administration

Preston-based H Parkinson Haulage enters ad...

Aug 19, 2024Comments off

H Parkinson Haulage, a prominent name in the haulage industry based in Preston, Lancashire, has entered administration with FRP Advisory taking control. This potentially marks the end of an era for a company with deep roots

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Scottish Water takes delivery of 111 FIAT Professional vans

Scottish Water take delivery of 111 FIAT Pr...

Aug 16, 2024Comments off

As part of Scottish Water’s vehicle replacement programme, it has purchased 111 FIAT Professional vans including 69 Doblo, 39 E-Doblo and 3 E-Scudo. Scottish Water’s latest investment into electric vehicles is part of its commitment to

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HGV market holds steady as rigid uptake ris...

Aug 16, 2024Comments off

New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations rose 2.6% in Q2 2024, reversing the decline recorded in the first quarter of the year, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and

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Electric van being charged

Used EV demand is up but problems persist

Aug 16, 2024Comments off

Growing numbers of used car buyers are going electric. A total of 46,773 used battery electric vehicles were acquired by new owners in the second quarter, up 52.6% year on year resulting in the highest market

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Hadfields Transport's new Mercedes-Benz vans and trucks

eStar service shines brightest for Hadfield...

Aug 15, 2024Comments off

Mercedes-Benz Dealer eStar Truck & Van won back the business of Manchester-based Hadfields Transport, thanks to the combined efforts of ‘dynamic duo’ Amanda Sivori and Tom Aitken. Aftersales Business Development Manager Amanda and Truck Sales Consultant

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Justin Coetzee, GoMetro

Justin Coetzee

Aug 15, 2024Comments off

As the CEO and Founder of GoMetro, a leading fleet optimisation software company, Justin has spearheaded groundbreaking solutions that enhance operational efficiency for public transport and fleet operators worldwide. With rich domain expertise in public transport

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HGV fleet

Five steps to decarbonise and digitise your...

Aug 15, 2024Comments off

As fossil fuel supplies decline and environmental risks become more evident, the haulage industry is shifting its focus toward decarbonisation. If fleet managers are to end their reliance on oil and natural gas, they must look

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Young woman looking very happy getting the keys to her new car

Generation gap in ‘car confidenceR...

Aug 15, 2024Comments off

With the arrival of the new ‘74’ vehicle registration just around the corner, a Censuswide poll of 1,000 UK drivers commissioned by The Motor Ombudsman has revealed generational differences in consumer ‘Car Confidence’ when it comes to buying and

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Hultsteins' diesel-free refrigeration unit

Hultsteins joins with Addvolt for a cool gr...

Aug 15, 2024Comments off

Hultsteins, UK/Sweden producers of sustainable refrigeration and electric generator systems, have joined forces with a leading vehicle battery pack manufacturer Addvolt to provide sales and support services in the UK and Ireland. Based in Porto, Portugal,