http://www.roadtransport.com/en-gbFri, 06 Nov 2009 12:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/06/134961/quiet-please-thermo-king-scoops-nas-award.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/06/134961/quiet-please-thermo-king-scoops-nas-award.htmlFridge-maker Thermo King has picked up a John Connell technology award from the Noise Abatement Society for its SLX low-noise fridge unit. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/06/134962/additive-company-seeks-uk-haulier-for-trial.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/06/134962/additive-company-seeks-uk-haulier-for-trial.html A Dutch-based fuel additive firm is seeking a UK haulier to trial its product - and promises a full refund if mpg doesn't improve by at least 5%. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/05/134954/electric-vehicle-capabilities-need-to-be-explored.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/05/134954/electric-vehicle-capabilities-need-to-be-explored.html Running electric vehicles (EV) requires a significant trial period to understand...Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:55:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/05/134906/citron-celebrates-90-years-by-releasing-new-variants.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/05/134906/citron-celebrates-90-years-by-releasing-new-variants.htmlCitroën is celebrating its 90th anniversary by seemingly coping with the recession better than many of its rivals. Its share of the UK's crucial September market was 9.74%, and the company has benefitted from the government scrappage scheme to the tune of 18.6%, according to Citroën itself.Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/04/134942/stoneridge-updates-se5000-tachograph.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/04/134942/stoneridge-updates-se5000-tachograph.htmlStoneridge - better known in the UK as Veeder-Root - has updated its SE5000 digital tachograph.Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:25:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134913/smith-electric-vehicles-pulls-out-of-ford-us-partnership.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134913/smith-electric-vehicles-pulls-out-of-ford-us-partnership.htmlSmith Electric Vehicles (SEV) has pulled out of its partnership with Ford US to jointly develop an electric version of the Transit Connect for the US market.Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:12:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134912/uk-haulage-entrepreneur-scoops-10000-prize.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134912/uk-haulage-entrepreneur-scoops-10000-prize.htmlA 25-year-old haulage website entrepreneur has won his second business award of the year.Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134915/kgel-bought-out-of-administration.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/11/02/134915/kgel-bought-out-of-administration.htmlEurope's third-largest trailer manufacturer Kögel has been bought out of administration by mid-sized German car and truck trailer specialist Humbaur Group.Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/30/134908/citron-extends-enterprise-trim-to-entire-line-up.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/30/134908/citron-extends-enterprise-trim-to-entire-line-up.htmlCitroën is broadening the appeal of its LCV line-up by adding new Enterprise versions of the Nemo, Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay from January 2010. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:46:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/30/134909/iveco-appoints-iceni-trucks.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/30/134909/iveco-appoints-iceni-trucks.htmlIceni Trucks is the new name representing Iveco Trucks in North London and East Anglia, following a management buyout. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:46:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/29/134904/iveco-stralises-in-for-the-long-haul-at-cs-bull.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/29/134904/iveco-stralises-in-for-the-long-haul-at-cs-bull.html Kent-based haulier CS Bull has taken delivery of three new Iveco...Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/28/134900/rainmax-2-tyre-will-cut-braking-distances-by-17.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/28/134900/rainmax-2-tyre-will-cut-braking-distances-by-17.htmlUniroyal has launched a new tyre for use on light vans, which, it claims, will reduce braking distances on wet roads by 17%.Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:43:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/27/134877/euro-cv-registrations-fall-for-the-17th-consecutive-month.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/27/134877/euro-cv-registrations-fall-for-the-17th-consecutive-month.htmlEuropean CV registrations have declined for the past 17 consecutive months, according to figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association.Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:02:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134874/cv-production-fall-slows.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134874/cv-production-fall-slows.htmlThe decline in CV production figures slowed to its lowest level in 12 months, according to the latest figures from the SMMT.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:36:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134870/hdnl-and-tnt-team-up-to-offer-international-delivery-services.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134870/hdnl-and-tnt-team-up-to-offer-international-delivery-services.htmlHome Delivery Network Limited (HDNL) has teamed up with TNT to offer customers global distribution options.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:46:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134866/vauxhall-offering-bumper-deals-across-its-entire-van-range.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/26/134866/vauxhall-offering-bumper-deals-across-its-entire-van-range.htmlVauxhall is offering four-year 0% finance deals, four years of free servicing, four years of roadside assitance and four-year warranties across its entire van range.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:10:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/25/134865/longer-trailers-cause-market-confusion.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/25/134865/longer-trailers-cause-market-confusion.htmlA project to look at increasing trailer lengths has been slammed by a leading trailer builder for causing confusion in the market, says Laurence Marshall, managing director at Lawrence David Trailers. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/23/134863/black-friday-traffic-woes-for-operators.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/23/134863/black-friday-traffic-woes-for-operators.htmlToday is expected to be on one of the worst days for congestion on the UK's roads, according to data gathered by Trafficmaster.Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:50:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/22/134852/dhl-vehicle-tracking-on-triumph-contract-has-cut-carbon.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/22/134852/dhl-vehicle-tracking-on-triumph-contract-has-cut-carbon.htmlDHL Supply Chain says it has reduced its carbon footprint by introducing a vehicle tracking system on its contract with office furniture company Triumph.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:39:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134849/sunlight-aims-to-save-10-in-consumption-with-teardrop-trailer.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134849/sunlight-aims-to-save-10-in-consumption-with-teardrop-trailer.htmlThe healthcare division of laundry services company Sunlight has just taken delivery of its first Teardrop Trailer. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:12:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134840/trailer-firm-kgel-awaits-funding.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134840/trailer-firm-kgel-awaits-funding.htmlThe future of German trailer manufacturer Kögel will be decided in the next two to three weeks according to a company source.Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:28:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134847/keedwell-adds-150-trailers-from-lawrence-david.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/21/134847/keedwell-adds-150-trailers-from-lawrence-david.htmlRT Keedwell has added 150 new Lawrence David pillarless curtainsider trailers to its fleet.Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134825/renault-premium-tipper-for-b-jay-haulage.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134825/renault-premium-tipper-for-b-jay-haulage.htmlShropshire-based B Jay Haulage has added a Renault Premium Lander tipper to its existing truck fleet for transporting asphalt and aggregate throughout the local area.Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:42:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134826/rac-launches-new-recovery-service-for-larger-vans.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134826/rac-launches-new-recovery-service-for-larger-vans.htmlThe RAC has launched a rescue service for van fleets with vehicles up to 3.5-tonne GVW and 7.5m in length.Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:42:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134817/rha-doubts-carbon-credentials-of-longer-semi-trailers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/20/134817/rha-doubts-carbon-credentials-of-longer-semi-trailers.htmlThe Road Haulage Association (RHA) has warned that the adoption of longer semi-trailers (LSTs) for 18m artics would not have the effect on the road transport industry's combined carbon emissions that have been predicted.Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/19/134814/veeder-root-launches-updated-digital-tacho.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/19/134814/veeder-root-launches-updated-digital-tacho.htmlStoneridge - better known in the UK as Veeder-Root - has launched an updated version of its SE5000 digital tachograph that is easier and quicker for drivers and managers to use.Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:10:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/15/134790/energy-supplier-takes-on-273-fiat-fiorinos.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/15/134790/energy-supplier-takes-on-273-fiat-fiorinos.htmlScottish Southern Energy (SSE) has leased 273 Fiat Fiorinos, following trials that showed a 20% fuel saving when compared with the company's Ford Transit Connects.Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:19:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/15/134791/leasing-firms-vans-will-be-speed-limited-in-three-years.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/15/134791/leasing-firms-vans-will-be-speed-limited-in-three-years.htmlUp to 90% of vans will be speed-limited in three years as operators continue to improve not just fuel consumption, but also image and duty of care considerations.Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:33:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/13/134772/firm-offers-fuel-hedging-for-hauliers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/13/134772/firm-offers-fuel-hedging-for-hauliers.htmlA new service has been launched that has been designed to help fleet managers to not only stabilise fuel costs but also to accurately budget for them over a period of months.Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:50:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/12/134759/first-volvo-fh16-700-finds-uk-home.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/12/134759/first-volvo-fh16-700-finds-uk-home.htmlIn a cost-conscious climate, we're surprised and glad to report that the Volvo FH16 700 has found its first home in the UK.Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:09:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134749/destination-doha-on-dvd.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134749/destination-doha-on-dvd.htmlDestination Doha is a legendary piece of trucking nostalgia, and essential viewing for anyone with an interest in the heyday of Middle East transport. The good news is that it has just been released on DVD.Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:49:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134748/hartshorne-group-applies-for-atf-contract.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134748/hartshorne-group-applies-for-atf-contract.htmlMidlands-based truck dealer Hartshorne Group has applied to VOSA for an Authorised Testing Facility contract at its Burton site in order to complement its newly launched all-makes trailer and truck servicing facilities.Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:43:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134745/anyvan.com-load-exchange-website-launched.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/09/134745/anyvan.com-load-exchange-website-launched.htmlA new load exchange website for vans, Anyvan.com, has been launched. At the moment, the site is building its van base, with 165 registered so far.Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134743/contenders-jostle-for-truck-of-the-year-award.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134743/contenders-jostle-for-truck-of-the-year-award.htmlThe shortlisted contenders for the prestigious 2010 International Truck of the Year (ITOY) award include the Volvo FH16.700, the Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 7.5-tonner, MAN's TGM/TGL middleweights and Scania's new R-Series. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:37:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134737/bleach-of-lavant-takes-delivery-of-second-curtainclear.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134737/bleach-of-lavant-takes-delivery-of-second-curtainclear.htmlPalletforce member Bleach of Lavant has taken delivery of a second CurtainClear double-deck trailer from W Trailer Co, which allows the curtains to be pulled right around to the back of the trailer to give unrestricted access to the loadbed.Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:08:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134732/first-of-nine-iveco-stralises-delivered-to-luckings.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/07/134732/first-of-nine-iveco-stralises-delivered-to-luckings.htmlLuckings Ltd has taken delivery of the first of nine Iveco Stralises that it has ordered for its fleet.Wed, 07 Oct 2009 07:44:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/06/134723/elite-transport-services-takes-23-range-topping-mercs.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/06/134723/elite-transport-services-takes-23-range-topping-mercs.htmlContainer haulier Elite Transport Services has purchased 23 top-spec Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units for use on trunking operations to and from the company's six depots.Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:22:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/05/134716/vw-caddy-and-transporter-get-price-freezes.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/05/134716/vw-caddy-and-transporter-get-price-freezes.htmlVolkswagen has announced a price freeze on contract hire and finance lease deals on current stocks of its Transporter until the end of 2009.Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/05/134706/new-website-for-construction-equipment-goes-live.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/05/134706/new-website-for-construction-equipment-goes-live.htmlA new website has been launched for the construction equipment market, SED365.com.Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:18:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/01/134702/buying-a-used-ford-transit-read-this-first.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/01/134702/buying-a-used-ford-transit-read-this-first.htmlIf you are looking to buy a second-hand Ford Transit, there are specific areas to check before you part with your cash. Roadtransport.com and usedvanexpert.co.uk combine to show you where to look, what to look for, and how much it might cost to fix.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/01/134669/scania-aims-to-get-closer-to-operators.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/10/01/134669/scania-aims-to-get-closer-to-operators.htmlOperators that run Scanias can expect a closer relationship with the manufacturer following the appointment of Martin Hay as truck sales director.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:03:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/30/134696/shiply-wins-90000-in-green-competition.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/30/134696/shiply-wins-90000-in-green-competition.htmlOnline auction site Shiply has scooped a £90,000 prize by finishing joint-runners-up in a green credentials competition, having proved it has cut CO2 emissions by 1,600 tonnes.Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:44:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/30/134693/clean-air-cities-may-boost-hybrid-market.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/30/134693/clean-air-cities-may-boost-hybrid-market.htmlThe European market for hybrid trucks has still to reach the all-important tipping point before big fleet buyers commit themselves, although an increase in low-emission schemes throughout the EU's major cities could well change this, says Karl Deppen, director for life-cycle management at Mercedes-Benz trucks and project leader for the latest Atego hybrid 12-tonner.Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:12:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134678/daimler-benz-the-pendulum-is-swinging-back.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134678/daimler-benz-the-pendulum-is-swinging-back.htmlThe world commercial vehicles market isn't out of the woods yet, despite encouraging signs from the US, argues Andreas Renschler, Daimler AG board member and boss of the Daimler-Benz commercial vehicle division.Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134671/volkswagen-transporter-goes-euro-5.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134671/volkswagen-transporter-goes-euro-5.htmlVolkswagen's Transporter has received an update, complete with Euro-5 engine line-up.Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134800/video-volkswagen-crafter-euro-5-109tdi-road-test.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/29/134800/video-volkswagen-crafter-euro-5-109tdi-road-test.html Volkswagen's updated Crafter, complete with new Euro-5 engine, receives a testing from Julian Milnes: For more videos, visit our YouTube channel.Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:05:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/22/134632/nissan-nv200-arrives-in-europe.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/22/134632/nissan-nv200-arrives-in-europe.htmlNissan has officially taken the wraps off its NV200 - a van that has been designed to be one of the most economical in its class.Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:20:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/22/134633/scania-gb-boss-seeing-an-end-to-the-crisis.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/22/134633/scania-gb-boss-seeing-an-end-to-the-crisis.htmlThe UK heavy truck market will return to 'normal' levels by 2012, predicts Scania Trucks (Great Britain) boss Hans-Christer Holgerson.Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/21/134623/tj-transport-takes-new-axor-tippers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/21/134623/tj-transport-takes-new-axor-tippers.htmlFareham, Hants-based TJ Transport says it has been "pleasantly surprised" by the fuel returns it is getting from its latest Mercedes-Benz Axor tippers, despite the heavy-duty nature of the aggregates work they are assigned to.Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/18/134621/on-the-road-with-the-new-scania-r-series.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/18/134621/on-the-road-with-the-new-scania-r-series.htmlWe were at the Swedish launch of Scania's new R-Series to give it a gentle workout - and the good news is that the latest revisions have done nothing to dent its overall excellent driveability. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:57:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/17/134618/new-scania-r-series-launched.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/17/134618/new-scania-r-series-launched.htmlScania has finally dropped the clutch pedal from its Opticruise transmission, or is at least offering buyers a choice. The truck manufacturer has always insisted that three pedals are safer than two, but now it is letting its customers decide for themselves.Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:03:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/17/134616/abel-and-coles-plant-oil-trial-ends-in-disaster.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/17/134616/abel-and-coles-plant-oil-trial-ends-in-disaster.htmlOrganic food supplier Abel and Cole has had two blown engines and numerous complications as a result of running plant oil in an LCV in a stop-start delivery operation.Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:52:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/15/134599/government-to-order-its-first-all-electric-vans.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/15/134599/government-to-order-its-first-all-electric-vans.htmlThe UK government is about to order its first all-electric vans as part of its public procurement strategy, according to Michael Hurwitz, head of environmental policy at the Department for Transport's Office of Low Emissions Vehicles (Olev).Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:48:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/14/134583/truck-registrations-set-to-increase-in-september.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/14/134583/truck-registrations-set-to-increase-in-september.htmlSeptember truck registration figures are expected to be significantly higher than those of previous months due to a combination of factors, according to the SMMT.Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/12/134576/reed-boardall-takes-on-56-manscania-mix-tractor-units.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/12/134576/reed-boardall-takes-on-56-manscania-mix-tractor-units.htmlFrozen food storage and distributor Reed Boardall Group has taken on 56 tractor units, made up of Euro-4 MAN TGX XXLs and Scania 480 Topline and 420 Highlines.Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:18:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/07/134534/wrexham-council-saves-cash-through-demountable-system.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/07/134534/wrexham-council-saves-cash-through-demountable-system.htmlWrexham County Borough Council has saved £80,000 on buying two vehicles by adopting a demountable body system on a single truck. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/07/134533/scrappage-is-failing-to-boost-lcv-sales.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/07/134533/scrappage-is-failing-to-boost-lcv-sales.htmlThe government's scrappage scheme is failing to boost light CV sales in the same way that it has for car sales, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/06/134531/new-camera-system-will-target-blindspots.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/06/134531/new-camera-system-will-target-blindspots.htmlCoventry-based technology company Alpine is developing a camera system to remove blind spots and stop accidents in which trucks move lanes and collide with other traffic.Sun, 06 Sep 2009 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/05/134530/knig-cuts-consumption-with-castrol.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/05/134530/knig-cuts-consumption-with-castrol.htmlAustrian haulage firm König Transporte has managed to reduce its fleet average fuel consumption by just over 2% through a trial use of Castrol's premium synthetic motor oil.Sat, 05 Sep 2009 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/04/134527/rh-group-buys-50-krone-trailers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/04/134527/rh-group-buys-50-krone-trailers.htmlNottingham-based international freight operator the RH Group has bought 50 bespoke Krone Mega Dry Liner box trailers. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 12:38:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/03/134523/smmt-to-launches-online-type-approval-guide.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/03/134523/smmt-to-launches-online-type-approval-guide.htmlThe Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is set to launch a web-based guide on Whole Vehicle Type Approval at the end of the year, driven by concerns from its members over a lack of clarity on the methods used to approve vehicles.Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:24:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/02/134519/cpl-distribution-buys-33-new-cvs.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/02/134519/cpl-distribution-buys-33-new-cvs.htmlCoal merchant CPL Distribution is renewing part of its existing 160-vehicle mixed fleet with 33 new light and medium commercial vehicles from fleet CV supplier Fraikin.Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:31:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/01/134510/pickup-values-enjoy-boost-reveals-bca.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/09/01/134510/pickup-values-enjoy-boost-reveals-bca.htmlResidual values for pickups have enjoyed a strong recovery throughout 2009, after prices hit rock bottom last year. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:59:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/26/134483/waitrose-buys-drivers-top-spec-actros-tractors.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/26/134483/waitrose-buys-drivers-top-spec-actros-tractors.htmlWaitrose has bucked the recent supermarket trend of buying fleet-spec Mercedes-Benz Axors, opting instead for some premium-spec Actros tractors for its new trunking operation. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:36:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/26/134484/iveco-daily-offers-free-two-year-rm-deal.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/26/134484/iveco-daily-offers-free-two-year-rm-deal.htmlIveco is offering a free two-year repair-and-maintenance contract on 3.5-tonne Daily panel vans registered before 31 December covering 30,000 miles.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:36:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134469/lyreco-invests-in-48-eco-start-sprinters.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134469/lyreco-invests-in-48-eco-start-sprinters.htmlOffice stationery supplier Lyreco has invested nearly £1.5m on replacement vans through commercial vehicle fleet supplier Fraikin.Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:53:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134459/brewery-orders-bevan-built-aerodynamic-rigid.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134459/brewery-orders-bevan-built-aerodynamic-rigid.htmlLancashire-based Moorhouse's Brewery expects to save more than 5% on fuel costs after taking delivery of the first aerodynamic Bevan21 curstainsider from bodybuilder Bevan Group. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:21:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134460/used-truck-prices-recover-5.5-in-q2-2009.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/24/134460/used-truck-prices-recover-5.5-in-q2-2009.htmlThe average price for a used truck recovered 5.5% through the second quarter of 2009, Manheim Auctions reveals.Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:56:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/21/134456/vw-reveals-details-of-next-gen-t5.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/21/134456/vw-reveals-details-of-next-gen-t5.htmlVolkswagen has released details of its updated T5, which has been given a restyled exterior and updated interior.Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:19:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/20/134449/toyota-hilux-picture-gallery.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/20/134449/toyota-hilux-picture-gallery.htmlThere are few commercial vehicles that cross the business divide and gain recognition in the wider public psyche, but Toyota's Hilux is one of them - and it has recently received a facelift.Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:46:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134447/courier-website-to-invest-in-video-advertising.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134447/courier-website-to-invest-in-video-advertising.htmlCourier website Parcel2Go.com is planning to make a £100,000 investment in social media marketing.Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:16:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134445/citron-offers-nemo-at-4995-as-part-of-scrappage-scheme.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134445/citron-offers-nemo-at-4995-as-part-of-scrappage-scheme.html Citroën is offering its Nemo mini-van for £4,995 when bought in conjunction with the government's scrappage scheme.Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134444/weightlifter-acquires-united-trailers-assets.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/19/134444/weightlifter-acquires-united-trailers-assets.htmlScunthorpe-based tipper specialist Weightlifter Bodies has acquired the assets of collapsed manufacturer United Trailers Wisbech from its administrators, Harris Lipman.Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:03:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/18/134410/continental-offers-cost-calculator-for-all-tyre-brands.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/18/134410/continental-offers-cost-calculator-for-all-tyre-brands.htmlTyre manufacturer Continental has launched its Conti CostCalculator, which evaluates the total ownership costs of its tyres against those of its rivals.Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:11:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/17/134412/trucknet-uk-launches-online-shop-for-drivers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/17/134412/trucknet-uk-launches-online-shop-for-drivers.htmlTruckNet UK has launched its new shop for drivers to purchase truck accessories online 24/7. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:19:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/17/134400/low-carbon-hgv-technologies-picture-gallery.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/17/134400/low-carbon-hgv-technologies-picture-gallery.htmlA report on low-carbon technologies for HGVs underpins the government’s Low Carbon Transport Innovation Strategy on solutions for reducing CO2 emissions, but are the results practical?Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:41:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/14/134401/dealers-using-tow-vehicles-without-tachos-face-fines.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/14/134401/dealers-using-tow-vehicles-without-tachos-face-fines.htmlVehicle dealers are being warned they face £200 on-the-spot fines if they use towing vehicles without a tacho.Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:07:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/14/134402/dpd-posts-minimal-fuel-savings-with-merc-eco-start-fleet.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/14/134402/dpd-posts-minimal-fuel-savings-with-merc-eco-start-fleet.htmlDPD says it has experienced limited fuel consumption improvements on its 10 ECO-Start-equipped Mercedes-Benz SprintersFri, 14 Aug 2009 15:07:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/13/134397/cool-solutions-records-0.5mpg-saving-on-new-volvo-fh-460s.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/13/134397/cool-solutions-records-0.5mpg-saving-on-new-volvo-fh-460s.htmlEuropean cold storage distributors Cool Solutions is recording a 0.5mpg saving on its five recently purchased Volvo FH 460s.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:33:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/13/134396/dpd-reduces-costs-and-improves-fleet-efficiency.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/13/134396/dpd-reduces-costs-and-improves-fleet-efficiency.htmlParcel delivery company DPD says that an innovative approach to the repair and maintanance of its vehicle fleet has helped it save money.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:31:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/11/134380/cartwright-group-could-remain-in-uk.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/11/134380/cartwright-group-could-remain-in-uk.htmlTrailer-maker Cartwright Group says a decision over whether or not the firm will remain in the UK has still to be taken.Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134374/tomtom-work-launches-portable-navigation.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134374/tomtom-work-launches-portable-navigation.htmlTomTom Work has launched a portable navigation device aimed at fleets that require drivers to change vehicles on a regular basis.Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:57:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134369/vw-crafter-gets-unlimited-mileage-warranty.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134369/vw-crafter-gets-unlimited-mileage-warranty.htmlVolkswagen's biggest van, the Crafter, now comes with a three-year/unlimited-mileage warranty as standard.Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:38:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134366/ford-launches-limited-edition-sportvan.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/10/134366/ford-launches-limited-edition-sportvan.htmlFord has launched a limited edition of its stylish SportsVan in iconic white.Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:25:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134360/schmitz-reports-an-18-rise-in-used-trailer-demand.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134360/schmitz-reports-an-18-rise-in-used-trailer-demand.htmlSchmitz Cargobull UK has urged caution to those entering the second-hand market, despite reporting an 18% year-on-year increase in trailer demand.Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134361/used-lcv-prices-predicted-to-improve-for-rest-of-2009.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134361/used-lcv-prices-predicted-to-improve-for-rest-of-2009.htmlUsed LCV prices are predicted to further improve in 2009 due to unseasonably high demand.Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134364/krone-reassures-uk-clients-after-kgel-collapse.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/07/134364/krone-reassures-uk-clients-after-kgel-collapse.htmlKrone has looked to reassure its customers in the UK after rival Kögel files for insolvency.Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/06/134355/deben-transport-gets-11-flagship-dafs.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/06/134355/deben-transport-gets-11-flagship-dafs.htmlFelixstowe-based haulier Deben Transport has taken delivery of 11 range-topping DAFXF105s.Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:42:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/06/134354/bernard-matthews-gobbles-up-telematics-cost-savings.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/06/134354/bernard-matthews-gobbles-up-telematics-cost-savings.htmlIsotrak wins a 'bootiful' telematics contract that will see it work with Bernard Matthews' transport operations.Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134351/mix-launches-telematics-for-small-hauliers.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134351/mix-launches-telematics-for-small-hauliers.htmlMiX Telematics has launched FM-Protector , an affordable telematics system aimed at small hauliers.Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134337/globallive-customers-pay-up.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134337/globallive-customers-pay-up.htmlCauseway says the majority of former GlobalLive customers are paying the controversial extra charges it has introduced for them to continue to use the telematics package.Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134344/technology-is-key-to-keeping-up-with-big-boys.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/05/134344/technology-is-key-to-keeping-up-with-big-boys.htmlTechnology provider Isotrak believes that truck operators of all sizes will increasingly be forced to use telematics if they want to be able to keep up with bigger logistics providers.Wed, 05 Aug 2009 09:28:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/04/134326/fight-crime-with-a-sat-nav-mat.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/04/134326/fight-crime-with-a-sat-nav-mat.htmlA new satellite-navigation mat is being billed by its manufacturer as the latest "crime-fighting device". Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134318/carrier-transicold-revamps-foretrack-system.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134318/carrier-transicold-revamps-foretrack-system.htmlCarrier Transicold has updated its Foretrack satellite tracking and fleet management system.Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134319/volvo-trucks-launches-next-generation-esp.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134319/volvo-trucks-launches-next-generation-esp.htmlVolvo Trucks has launched the next generation of its electronic stability program (ESP).Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134317/roho-launches-airhawk-truck-seat-cushion.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134317/roho-launches-airhawk-truck-seat-cushion.htmlThe Roho Group has introduced a seat cushion specifically for trucks, which it says "will eliminate the discomfort...Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:31:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134316/avery-weigh-tronix-launches-mobile-service-network.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134316/avery-weigh-tronix-launches-mobile-service-network.htmlAvery Weigh-Tronix has launched a nationwide service network for its onboard weighing systems.Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134314/longer-semi-trailers-picture-gallery.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134314/longer-semi-trailers-picture-gallery.htmlIn June, the Department for Transport commissioned a study into longer semi-trailers (LSTs), "focusing on the benefits and impacts of increasing the length of articulated HGVs by up to 2.05 metres.”Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134315/cv-recalls-top-90000.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/08/03/134315/cv-recalls-top-90000.htmlNearly 100,000 commercial vehicles were recalled in the first half of 2009 according to VOSA's biannual Vehicle Safety Recalls Bulletin.Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/07/30/134268/nissan-takes-wraps-off-new-nv200-van-range.htmlhttp://www.roadtransport.com/Articles/2009/07/30/134268/nissan-takes-wraps-off-new-nv200-van-range.htmlNissan has unveiled its all-new NV200 van range, a completely new model line-up in the 2000kg gross vehicle weight class.Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT