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Continental has launched a new range of trailer tyres for mega liners, which promise reduced rolling resistance and a lower diameter. The Conti Hybrid HT3 is available in sizes 435/50 R 19.5 and 445/45 R 19.5, and allow an axle…

BT Fleet has taken delivery of 22 new Euro-6 DAF LF 150 FA 7.5 tonners, to be used as lightweight Pole Erection Units (PEUs). Designed in conjunction with SB Components for installation of communications poles on behalf of BT Openreach,…

NCH Europe has launched DPF Protect, a fuel additive designed to reduce the temperature at which soot burns in diesel particulate filters (DPF). The new product arrives as new Euro-6 legislation has increased demand for DPF servicing. Updated regulations mean…

O’Donovan Waste Disposal has taken delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz Econic skip lorry as part of the company’s ongoing trials to find a safer skip lorry design for congested city streets. O’Donovan is a supporter of the Construction Logistics and…

DAF Trucks has added three experienced new field executives and appointed a new Director of its aftersales business. Nigel Beckett has been appointed as Aftersales Director, moving back to the aftersales side of the business where he first joined DAF…

Nottinghamshire-based horsebox manufacturers Bloomfields has chosen the Renault Master cab chassis for its new premium vehicle range. Having previously worked with a number of chassis manufacturers, the new Legacy range of horseboxes will be built on a Master 3.5-tonne long…

Highways England has announced plans to commence off-road trials of wireless charging technology embedded into road surfaces. The trials are the first of their kind and will test how the technology would work on motorways and A-roads. The off-road testing…

Fleet software provider Greenroad has introduced a new in-vehicle video system, which it says improves driver behaviour and protects transport businesses from fraudulent claims. The Greenroad system provides a live feed from a vehicle back to the operator’s headquarters, and…

Ian Constance has been appointed as the new CEO of the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), starting next month. The APC is a £1 billion programme aimed at helping turning low carbon propulsion concepts into products developed and produced in the…

The annual SMMT Automotive Award for Innovation is calling for entries for its sixth year. Presented in partnership with the Advanced Propulsion Centre, the Award aims to promote ideas which have the potential to transform the UK automotive industry. The…