Truck sales figures mask steady market
Figures just released by ACEA, the European vehicle manufacturers’ association to the end of January, show a massive year-on-year in heavy truck registrations across 30 European markets.
Iveco supplies Ferrari Challenge
Iveco has supplied two new Iveco Stralis Active Space Super³ tractor units, which will be used throughout the winter testing season and to transport its Ferrari Gb’s ‘luxury lifestyle centre’ to all rounds of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli European Championship in 2008.
Leyland plant cranks up production
Production levels are to be cranked up at Leyland Trucks’ Lancashire assembly plant from March, on that back of increase demand.
Bank of Scotland (Ireland) in €12m deal with Renault Trucks Ireland
Bank of Scotland (Ireland) has signed a €12m deal with Renault Trucks Ireland (Setanta Vehicle Importers Limited) that will fund the importation of all new Renault Trucks in Ireland.
Another quality award for Leyland Trucks
Leyland Trucks has won one of the top quality standards in the global automotive industry, helping, to consolidate its position as a world-class truck manufacturer.
Scania dealers support charities
The Scania dealer network got in on the spirit of Christmas last month when they supported seven Irish charities.
New truck shortage in the pipeline
The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has voiced concerns over the growing issue of new commercial vehicle shortages in the UK.
Renault Trucks to test an innovatory urban vehicle
In January 2008, Renault Trucks will carry out an experiment in Lyon, France using a vehicle offering advanced technical solutions for urban delivery as part of the European research programme, FIDEUS (Freight Intelligent Delivery of Goods in European Urban Spaces).
Volvo Truck wins Europe’s toughest trade test
The truck industry’s most demanding test – the 1,000 Point Test – is carried out every year by the European motoring trade press with the aim of comparing the market’s range of long-haul trucks with each other.
Iveco eyes Russian opportunities
The construction of a new Daily manufacturing facility has commenced in Russia, as part of a joint venture established in June 2007 between Iveco, a Fiat Group company, and the industrial group Samotlor-NN, one of Russia’s major bodybuilders.
Mercedes-Benz appoints new commercial dealer
As part of a continued market development strategy, Mercedes-Benz has appointed Sheehy Motor Group at the company’s Naas branch as a sales dealer and approved repairer for light commercial vcehicles.
A foretaste of the new Volvo FH and FH16
In summer 2008 Volvo Trucks will launch a new generation of heavy trucks in Europe.
Volvo looks to world record truck to attract new recruits
Volvo Trucks is growing at an enormous rate in Europe, which is leading to a serious shortage of technicians and drivers within the company.
Iveco scores lowest lead times and increased orders with Stralis
Iveco has taken orders for more than 25,000 Stralis tractor units and rigids across Europe since launching its new heavy truck range, with sales figures in the second half of 2007 approaching those registered for the whole of 2006.
New Volvo assembly plant
The foundation stone has been laid for the Volvo Group’s new assembly plant in Kaluga, Russia, which will produce trucks for both Volvo Trucks and Renault Trucks when it opens in early 2009.
Demand strong in UK used van market
Irish companies thinking of picking up a bargain in the UK’s second hand van market, will be disappointed with the news that demand for medium-sized used panel vans has remained strong through much of 2007.
First Volvo Fl Euro gritters
The UK‘s first five, new generation Volvo FL Euro 5 gritters have gone into service with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council to replace older model gritters in their growing fleet.
Renault joins Choice Textile in a material world to help reduce its carbon footprint
UK textile recycling company, Choice Textile Ltd., has taken delivery of six Renault Midlum 220.10s, through the Renault Trucks Choice used vehicles programme.
Dutch company to unveil hydrogen truck
A Dutch company is poised to exhibit a working distribution truck powered completely by hydrogen at the European Road Transport Show, in Amsterdam next month.
Scania confirms full engine range for European Road Transport Show
Scania has confirmed that it will exhibit a full range of engines at that comply with Euro V regulations using EGR rather than AdBlue at the European Road Transport Show in Amsterdam next month.
NATIONAL TRUCK SHOW - Just what the trucker ordered…
So far, 2007 has been a complete wash-out for Irish truck show enthusiasts. Show-goers have had nothing positive to shout about, with a distinct shortage of quality events to keep them ticking over. But there is still one last chance to put things right as the inaugural National Truck Display has been booked into The Showgrounds in Ennis for October Bank Holiday weekend…
Scania’s new Euro 5 engine platform
Scania’s new Euro 5 engine platform is ready for the market, starting its the 5- and 6-cylinder inline engines.
Volvo Trucks invests in cab factory
Volvo Trucks is investing almost SEK 1.1 billion in its cab factory in Umeå. The investment covers new production equipment as well as measures designed to increase capacity and flexibility in the production plant.
Renault outperforms DAF and Volvo in distributor’s fuel trial
Leading UK distribution and storage company, Downton, has taken delivery of three Euro 4 Renault Premium 450 6x2 trucks, with the Optidriver+ gearbox, following fuel trials against DAF and Volvo.
First ever top of the range Scania R620 for Macwood Transport
Macwood Transport has taken delivery of its first ever top of the range Scania R620 from Delaney Commercials Ltd.
Longer delivery times for new trucks
Increased demand for trucks in mainland Europe is extending lead times in the UK and Northern Ireland, and compelling buyers of commercial vehicles to forward plan their purchasing,’ according to Sue Robinson, Director of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA).
DAF confirms line up for European Road Transport Show
DAF will be showing its fully updated range of models, now including the LF, which can now be delivered in Euro 5 versions at the European Road Transport Show 2007 at the RAI in Amsterdam, from 26 October until 3 November.
Volvo delighted at Turkish expansion
Volvo Group subsidiary Renault Trucks has concluded a cooperation agreement with the Turkish independent auto manufacturer Karsan concerning production of trucks for the growing markets in Turkey and neighbouring countries.
Arvin Meritor eyes European truck Market
Truck component manufacturer, ArvinMeritor Inc. is looking to expand capacity in Europe, where truck makers are enjoying some unexpected volume growth.
Dempsey handed transport role
Following the announcement of the new government on Thursday, Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has appointed experienced TD Noel Dempsey the position of Minister for Transport and Marine.
CARS race to Euro 5 with their first Volvos
One of the most unusual and highly specialised fleets in the UK has taken delivery of four new Euro 5 compliant Volvo FH-440 4x2 tractor units - part of a total order for six.
Iveco Series 2007
New Zealand is the exciting setting for the Iveco Series 2007, a rugby event of international importance and featuring three of the strongest teams in the world: France, Canada and of course New Zealand – in the form of the legendary All Blacks.
Volvo trucks contributes to safe traffic
Volvo Trucks has presented its contribution to increased traffic safety to the Swedish Minister of Enterprise, Energy, and Communications and the national coalition for Vision Zero – a Swedish initiative that aims to reduce serious accidents on the road to zero by 2020.
Mixed messages from European van and truck registrations
Data from the Association des Constructeurs Européens d’Automobiles last week shows van registrations up 7% in April to 168,889 compared to the same month last year across the EU and EFTA countries.
Major order for Volvo Trucks in Russia
Russian logistics company Sunflower has signed a contract to buy 300 trucks from Volvo Trucks in Russia.
Kamaz eyes truck market opportunities
A major expansion of the joint ZF and Kamaz assembly plant in Naberezhnye Chelny, Tartastan (Russian Federation) is planned for completion by 2010.
UK HGV sales down amid confusion
Efforts to improve sales of heavy commercial vehicles in the UK are being hampered by continued confusion over the technologies that will be necessary to comply with emissions regulations, according to EurotaxGlass’s.
Ransdanubia chooses Dynafleet for its 350-truck fleet
International transport and haulage company Transdanubia has chosen the latest version of Dynafleet, Volvo’s transport information system, for its 350 trucks.
MAN six-wheeler makes its debut
MAN’s ‘cruiserweight’ TGM rigid six-wheeler made its debut earlier this week at the Commercial Vehicle Show In Birmingham.
DAF delivers 750,000th truck
On Thursday 19 April 2007, DAF Trucks N.V. delivered the 750,000th truck manufactured in Eindhoven.
Volvo celebrates 80th anniversary
Just in time for its 80th anniversary, Volvo Trucks is unveiling an exclusive ‘limited edition’ jubilee version of the Volvo FH and FH16 models.
The iron mark – a symbol of Volvo for 80 years
Swedish iron was at the very foundation of Volvo. The iron symbol on the front of our vehicles promised high quality and that symbol has been the signature on every Volvo produced over the past 80 years.
Volvo’s new safety systems keep the driver on course
Volvo Trucks has a long tradition of pursuing the development of safety systems for heavy trucks. Over the years, the company has achieved a number of pioneering breakthroughs, such as the introduction of the safety cab, the fitting of seat belts as standard, the deformable steering wheel and much more.
Volvo says Yuan in safe hands
Volvo Truck Corporation has received an order for 76 distribution trucks from the People’s Bank of China, contributing to a total fleet of 425 Volvo trucks already owned by the Bank – the largest single Volvo fleet in China.
Renault Truck franchise on the move
An agreement has been reached for the transfer of the Renault Truck franchise from Glencullen Holdings Ltd. to Setanta Vehicles Importers Ltd.
Denby transport goes straight to Euro 5 with Volvo
One of the UK’s most influential and high-profile international operators has gone straight to Euro 5 with Volvo for its 2007 fleet purchasing decision.
Volvo used trucks on the web
Volvo has launched a new version of its web-based search service for used vehicles – Volvo Truck Finder.
New Stralis range announced
Iveco has revealed the first details of its new Stralis heavy truck range, which was launched internationally in Rome on March 13 and will receive its official UK launch at next month’s Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC, Birmingham (April 24-26).
Walton Transport opts for Mercedes-Benz and Surehaul
Walton Transport in Kilkenny has recently taken delivery of 10 new Mercedes-Benz Megaspace 1846 tractor units from Surehaul Commercials.
Euro 4 Hinos at CV Show
Hino says it will have 25 trucks at the Commercial Vehicle Show, at the NEC in Birmingham next month
The company says it will have 20 bodied and liveried tippers on an outside display are and five more trucks on its stand.
Volvo to exhibit hybrid engine at CV Show
Volvo Has confirmed that it will show a diesel-electric hybrid D7 engine on its stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham next month.
Volvo’s January Sales
Some 7,786 Volvo trucks were delivered in January, an increase of 30 per cent compared with the same period last year.
Volkswagen increases stake in MAN
Volkswagen AG increased its stake in the ordinary shares in German truck maker MAN Aktiengesellschaft from approximately 20 percent to 29.9 percent on February 26, 2007.
Volvo makes bid for Nissan Diesel
AB Volvo has made a $1.1-billion public offer to acquire the Japanese truck manufacturer Nissan Diesel.
Iveco and Tata Motors explore strategic alliance opportunities
Iveco, a Fiat Group company, and Tata Motors have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to analyse the feasibility of cooperation, across markets, in the commercial vehicle sector.
Volvo confirms CV Show participation
Volvo Truck and Bus will once again be exhibiting at the Commercial Vehicle Show to be held at the NEC, Birmingham from 24th to 26th April 2007.
EU CO2 plans will impact on vans and light trucks
The European Union’s plans to reduce CO2 emissions will impact on the van and light truck markets.
Scania to halve carbon dioxide emissions by 2020
Swedish truck manufacturer Scania says it halved carbon dioxide emissions per tonne-kilometre from its vehicles between 1970 and 2000, and will make similar savings by 2020.
Volvo’s record breaking year
Volvo Trucks had a record year in 2006 by delivering more than 105,000 trucks worldwide - two per cent more than in 2005.
Goods vehicle registrations up
More than 43,000 goods vehicles were registered in the Ireland last year, an increase of 13.6 per cent on 2005.
Scania clinches Stobart deal
The lowest whole-life costs backed by the highest levels of aftersales service have led to transport, storage and logistics specialist Eddie Stobart Limited selecting Scania as its preferred fleet truck for 2007.
Nissan Navara best selling European pickup in 2006
Nissan’s Navara was the best-selling pickup in Europe in 2006, its first full year of sales, with a total of 45,200 units registered. It commanded an incredible 25% of the European market for pickups.
Major truck manufacturers to offer satellite tracking as standard
Major truck manufacturers such as Volvo and Mercedes could soon be fitting their flagship vehicles with satellite tracking and mobile data communications from as soon as next year, according to a new report.
Euro 5 Volvo unveiled in Northern Ireland
The first Euro-5 Volvo truck to be registered in the UK has entered service with Northern Ireland charity Action Cancer.
Scania strikes Spanish deal
Scania has received an order for 151 tractor units from Disfrimur, one of Spain’s largest logistics companies.
All roads lead to Glassex
Supertrucks Ltd, the UK’s largest manufacturer of specialist glass transport systems, is setting the pace at this year’s Glassex Show, which takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from 4-7 March.
HGV sales up 10 per cent
The buoyancy in the Irish economy was reflected in the number of HGV and LCV registrations during 2006, according to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).
Merger talks as Volkswagen eyes up MAN and Scania
The departing managing director of the Volkswagen group, Bernd Pischetsrieder has been charged with the task of concluding merger talks between VW, MAN and Scania.
Michelin scoops prestigious award
Michelin’s Stop Thirsty Tyres campaign, which aims to help hauliers reduce their fuel bills through a programme of better tyre management, has won the ’Best Use Of Creative’ award at the fiercely contested B2B Marketing Awards in the UK.
Scania’s low level entry truck
Scania has developed a unique low-entry truck, which facilitates the crew needs getting on and off the truck many times in a working day.
Volvo adds new engine variant to FH16
Volvo, has added a new engine variant to the FH16, which was launched in February of this year.
Cullen demands sustained reduction in road deaths
Nothing less than a sustained reduction in road deaths is acceptable to the Government, that’s the view of Transport Minister Martin Cullen, who gave the keynote address at the Semperit Irish Car and Van of the Year Awards at Leopardstown Racecourse on Thursday November, 16.
Volvo’s road safety contribution
Volvo Trucks has presented both its alco-lock and the European Modular System (EMS) as tools for improving road safety in Europe.
Triangle
of trust
With a fleet of 5.000 trucks and 6.000 trailers, UK based Christian
Salvesen is one of Europe's leading logistics businesses.
The
Kingdom's truck sales specialists
Kerry Truck Sales was established three years ago to represent DAF
in the Southwest. Co-owner Mike McAuliffe gave John Loughran the
guided tour.
The
road is long, with many a winding turn
When Lisburn based Mar-Train Heavy Haulage Ltd was contracted to
transport a 137 tonne transformer from Drogheda on the east coast
to Shannonbridge, Co Offaly a 175 tonne GCW Volvo FH12 460bhp tractor
unit was chosen for the task.
Volvo Trucks inaugurates factory in China
Volvo Truck Corporation is inaugurating a new factory in Jinan, China together with its Chinese partner,
China National Heavy Truck Corporation (CNHTC). The new factory will build Volvo trucks for the growing Chinese market.
The factory has initially a capacity of about 1,200 trucks a year.
Jennings number one for Hino and Iveco
Jennings Truck Centre T/A Motor Network Ltd 0506-52310 on the Portarlington Road in Tullamore is one of
the largest dealerships in Ireland and boasts a top quality equipped premises.
McDonnell Commercials appointed main Volvo dealer
McDonnell Commercials Ltd., based in Dunraymond, Co. Monaghan has been appointed a main Volvo dealer.
The company had, until recently, been operating as a sub-dealer of Irish Commercials.
Wincanton chooses Stralis
Leading European supply chain specialist, Wincanton, has taken delivery of its first three Iveco Stralis
Active Space tractor units for use on its operation at PGN Basildon delivering finished New Holland goods
and products to farm machinery dealers across the UK.
A new brand name for Iveco engine division
Iveco, the world’s largest manufacturer of diesel engines over 70hp, has launched a new brand for its engine business unit, to be known as Iveco Motors. Volvo Trucks inaugurates factory in China
Volvo Trucks wins International Film Awards
Volvo Trucks has been awarded two prestigious film production awards in the commercial film competition
section of the New York Festivals AME (Advertising and Marketing Effectiveness) awards.
MAN’s new engine range
With the presentation of its MAN D20 Common Rail engine range, MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG has completed the largest
engine development project in the company’s history.
McElvaney Motors celebrates 25 years in business!
McElvaney Motors celebrates 25 years in business this year and 20 years as a Scania Dealer. The company specialises in the provision of new and used trucks and parts. Throughout its 25 years in business, McElvaney
Motors has had a number of achievements including acquiring the prestigious Scania Dealership for the North East Region in 1984.
Driver acceptance prompts O’Reilly to add new Globetrotters
Dublin-based haulier O’Reilly Transport (Heysham) Ltd has taken delivery of 15 brand new Volvo FH12 Globetrotters.
McGuinness Forwarding opts for DAF
McGuinness Forwarding has opted for DAF again with an order of three new low deck DAF XF 95 480s Super
Space Cab tractor units with AS-Tronic automated transmissions.
Volvo Trucks win prestigious film prize
A film describing Volvo Trucks safety programmes has won first prize in the “Golden Clapperboard”
competition, which is held annually to consider and honour the year’s best publicity film productions.
DAF LF - International Truck of the Year 2002
The international jury of leading truck journalists, representing 20 countries in Europe, has voted the DAF LF International Truck of the Year 2002.
The DAF LF wins the Award with 87 points ahead of the Volvo FH12 with 80 points and the Renault Magnum with 29.
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