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How Coronavirus has changed fleet managemen...

Jan 28, 2021Comments off

The Coronavirus pandemic is leading to a change in the way fleets are managed with many aspects moving online as people work from home. Commercial vehicle compliance and maintenance software specialist r2c Online said it recorded

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HGV drivers advised to get a COVID test bef...

Jan 28, 2021Comments off

If you’re travelling via the Port of Dover or Eurotunnel you should get a negative COVID test before arriving in Kent, the Department for Transport has advised. HGV drivers are being advised to get tested before

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Reed Boardall installs new bio-LNG refuelli...

Jan 28, 2021Comments off

Frozen food distribution business Reed Boardall says the clear environmental benefits of running its heavy truck fleet on a renewable fuel was the key driver in opening its first Bio-LNG (liquified natural gas) refuelling station. Owned

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smart EQ fortwo edition bluedawn: a stylish...

Jan 28, 2021Comments off

Smart is presenting a real head-turner in the form of a new special model, the smart EQ fortwo edition bluedawn. Characteristic features of this expressive-looking special edition with an electric drive system include bodypanels and tridion

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Vehicle Lining Services moves operations to...

Jan 27, 2021Comments off

A business that specialises in customising vans and trucks has relocated to a new 20,000 sq ft facility in Hinckley. Vehicle Lining Services had outgrown its premises in Aston, Birmingham as its business continued to expand

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Michelin tyres go the extra mile for G&...

Jan 27, 2021Comments off

Aggregates business G&B Finch is running its 50-strong fleet of commercial vehicles almost entirely on Michelin, having found the tyres to deliver the best longevity and endurance of any truck tyre on the market. The Essex-based

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OVO Drive Anytime: Innovative smart tariff ...

Jan 27, 2021Comments off

Kaluza, the leading intelligent energy platform, and OVO Energy today announce the launch of OVO Drive Anytime – the world’s only ‘type of use’ energy tariff. The unique pricing model offers EV drivers a flat fee

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Volta Trucks confirms successful funding ro...

Jan 27, 2021Comments off

Volta Trucks, the leading full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, has announced the successful conclusion of its recent funding round, bringing new investment, shareholders, and soon, a new Board member into the company. New investors joined the Volta

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Positive 2021 ahead for Wrightbus

Jan 26, 2021Comments off

Leading bus manufacturing company Wrightbus is looking to a positive year ahead with the creation of more than 40 new jobs at its Ballymena headquarters. Wrightbus, which launched the world’s first zero-emission hydrogen double decker bus

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CalAmp launches usage-based insurance solut...

Jan 26, 2021Comments off

CalAmp has launched a new usage-based insurance solution through its subsidiary Tracker, a white-label solution that is open to insurance companies. The solution comprises a self-installed Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) tag and a smartphone application that