Renault Trucks UK & Ireland has announced a record year for sales of its LCV range in 2020, with orders 86% ahead of 2019. This result positions the UK & Ireland as the second best performing market in Europe for Renault Trucks Master behind France. Commenting on Renault Trucks’… Read more »
Renault Trucks UK & Ireland commits to net-zero status by 2030
Renault Trucks UK & Ireland has announced plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) status by 2030, unveiling details of its Sustainability Initiative today. The commitment is driven by a nationwide transformation programme across the market company’s operations and dealer network in the UK and Ireland. Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director,… Read more »
DAF Trucks announces CF Electric for Irish market
DAF Trucks has announced the introduction of its CF Electric truck for the Irish market, with series production to commence from the end of March 2021. Following successful in-service trials with operators in Germany and the Netherlands, the new Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) offers full-electric, emissions-free operation on 4×2 tractor… Read more »
Talks extension must not be a ‘winding down the clock’ exercise: We need a deal, says FTAI
Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTA Ireland (FTAI) discusses the latest Brexit developments and the need for effective contingency planning at Ireland’s biggest port: “FTAI is urging both sides – the UK and the EU – to reach a trade agreement urgently to protect Ireland’s supply chains, as well as… Read more »
Renault Trucks broadens its all-electric range
Renault Trucks is broadening its all-electric Z.E. range to help its customers speed up their transition to clean transport. Offering a wider choice of batteries for medium duty electric vehicles, the Renault Trucks D and D Wide Z.E can now be specified with 66 kWh battery packs giving an operating… Read more »
IVECO ON introduces tailored Pay-per-use Repair & Maintenance service
IVECO introduces a brand-new service plan approach for its DAILY range that is precisely tailored to the customer’s business and operation. The new Pay-per-use Repair & Maintenance package is a premium subscription service based on the vehicle data collected through the Connectivity Box, such as missions completed and mileage covered…. Read more »
IVECO to launch pioneering on-board vocal truck driver companion built on Amazon Web services (AWS) technology
IVECO, a global manufacturer of light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles and buses, is leading the way in Europe by using AWS’s Machine Learning, serverless capabilities and Amazon Alexa to enhance the driver’s experience. The new innovative voice service enables IVECO drivers to vocally manage their route planning, check the… Read more »
Volvo first to deliver Amazon Alexa in new heavy-duty trucks
The new Volvo FH, Volvo FH16, Volvo FM and Volvo FMX will be the first commercial heavy- duty trucks to come with Alexa built in. The integration of Alexa will enable truck drivers to get directions, make phone calls, listen to the news and access entertainment, all with simple voice… Read more »
Krone ramps up trailer parts supply for UK and Ireland
As Krone trailer sales continue to reach peak levels in the UK and Ireland and in line with the company’s European customer support strategy, Krone parts, in addition to existing UK stockists, will be supplied from their Leeds UK depot and via Krone Spare Parts Online Shop. Offering a fast-response… Read more »
Mercedes-Benz wins award for Truck Innovation
Developments by the Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles division aimed at the advancement of e-mobility technology in their HGV product offering have been recognised by the International Truck of the Year (ITOY) jury who have presented the German manufacturer with their 2021 Truck Innovation Award. The prestigious award was bestowed on Mercedes-Benz… Read more »
