Volvo plans new truck Volvo will make a new addition to its FH series before the end of the calendar year, according to reports today.
New DAF centre for Eindhoven DAF has announced plans for a €30 million investment in the construction of a new Paccar Parts Distribution Centre in Eindhoven.
Volvo to appeal $72m fine Volvo is set to appeal a fine of over $72m following an unfavourable court ruling in the US pertaining to its 2005 year Penta engines.
Resin shortage a cause for concern The global motor industry is under threat from a severe shortage of resin, which could interrupt production as soon as next month.
Commercial vehicle sales steady The number of commercial vehicles registered in Ireland last month remained steady, according to figures released by the Central Statistics Office.
Scania publishes its annual report for 2011 Scania has published its complete Annual Report for 2011, in both Swedish and English, on its website, with distribution of the printed version under way.
New Penny device handles bigger wheels and tyres The vehicle mounted Single Wheel Lift 500 has been introduced by Penny Hydraulics so that users can handle even larger wheels and tyres in delivery, service and support applications.
President Obama visits Daimler US President Barack Obama has visited the production plant of Daimler’s commercial vehicle subsidiary Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) in Mount Holly, North Carolina.
TPN announces €350,000 deal with Still Forklifts The Pallet Network (TPN), Ireland’s leading nationwide delivery system for palletised freight, has signed a deal worth €350,000 with Total Materials Handling, the exclusive distributor of Still products.
New partners Daimler / Beiqi Foton open festivities Daimler and its Chinese partner Beiqi Foton Motor Co. Ltd. have held a festive ceremony to celebrate receiving the business license for their joint venture, Beijing Foton Daimler Automotive Co. Ltd.
Launch of double-dok lift leveller from Easilift Loading bay expert Easilift Loading Systems has announced the UK launch of the "Double-Dok", an innovative blend of dock levelling and lifting platform technology that the company believes presents a flexible, cost-effective solution to changing usage patterns of the loading bay.
Volvo records 40% fourth-quarter profit increase Swedish truck manufacturer Volvo AB (VOLV-B.SK) is maintaining its 2012 forecasts after reporting a 40% rise in fourth-quarter net profit as a result of higher volumes.
MAN and Scania to press on with synergies MAN and Scania are still seeking closer ties, hotly disputing a report saying unity plans have been dropped due to a lack of progress.
HAJ leading the way HAJ Repairs is one of Northern Ireland’s premier commercial vehicle repair specialists, providing a complete range of services from excellent workshops facilities in Bellaghy, County Derry. Irish Trucker paid a visit to the excellently-managed family business, near Magherafelt, and had a chat with commercial team leader Andrew Dempsey.
Taking the pain out of breakdowns McDonald Recovery vehicles have become a familiar sight in Mayo and surrounding counties over the past few decades. The Ballinrobe based company’s managing director Billy McDonald explains more.
DAF records sales rise DAF expects to finish the year with 36,000 units sold in the UK and is predicting further growth in 2012.
