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Testing Starts For Innovative Motorway Tria...

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Tests have begun this week on an innovative, pilot project designed to reduce congestion along the M62 near Warrington in Cheshire.

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OrderWise Named Family Business of the Year

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Topping off an already record year for turnover and awards, the firm has been named Family Business of the Year.

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LeasePlan Launches Electric Vehicle Pilot P...

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

LeasePlan Corporation N.V., a global leader in fleet management, will today announce at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP23) in Bonn, Germany, the launch of its electric vehicle pilot program for corporate companies.

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FTA Addresses Sector Skills Shortage At Eve...

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

How can businesses attract new talent into the freight and logistics sector? Currently (Nov 2017), the sector needs 52,000 LGV drivers across the country and FTA members report difficulties in recruiting skilled technicians.

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Switching Will Leave Motorists Out Of Pocke...

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Motorists could save a minimum of £380 per year* by sticking with diesel vehicles according to vehicle data expert cap hpi.

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HPI Launches An Emissions Standard Checker

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Commuters face confusion on how they could be affected by the introduction of clean air zones in Britain’s cities. To help motorists understand if they have to pay a levy, automotive data expert hpi has launched

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SMMT Transport News Brief

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

The air quality and low carbon agendas are recurring themes in transport news and remain a high priority for the government, as has been made clear in recent meetings with Ministers.

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Scania’s Dedicated Gas Engine Range E...

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Scania has reinforced its commitment to sustainable transport solutions with the introduction of a new 13-litre dedicated gas-powered engine.  Rated at 410 horsepower, the new engine joins Scania's existing 280 and 340 horsepower nine-litre dedicated gas

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Investors Pour £1.75M Into Cazana

Nov 10, 2017Comments off

Used vehicle database Cazana.com has received investment totaling £1.75m ($2.31 USD) to continue its rapid growth trajectory, with some major industry names backing the business.

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FTA Response To Traffic Commissioners

Nov 09, 2017Comments off

The Freight Transport Association actively supports any activity, such as the DVSA’s roadside checks, which works to identify potential problems and raise safety standards across the freight industry for all road users.