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HMRC Backtracks on New Tax Hike for Double-Cab Pickup Trucks
The government’s recent announcement of a significant tax increase on double-cab pickup trucks sparked widespread concern among farmers and tradespeople. The plan involved reclassifying these vehicles as company cars rather than commercial vehicles, resulting in hefty benefit-in-kind tax bills based…
Tiger Trailers Supplies Warburtons with 38 Tailored Rigid Box Vans
Warburtons, Britain’s leading bakery brand renowned for its commitment to quality, has partnered with Tiger Trailers to enhance its logistics capabilities. The bakery giant sought 38 rigid box vans meticulously crafted to meet its unique transportation needs across its 22…
DAF Trucks Market Leaders
In the latest report by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, DAF Trucks has once again reaffirmed its dominance in the UK market, boasting a commanding 30% brand share for trucks above 6 tonnes. This marks an impressive 29th…
Sustainable Transportation Trends in 2024: A Look at Eco-Friendly Trucks
In the truck sector, there is a discernible shift towards sustainable transportation, urging companies to reassess their environmental impact. This paradigm shift is not only seen in the commitment of truck manufacturers and transport companies but is also reflected in…
IVECO Daily Van Life Adventure continues in the Americas
Professional kiteboarder Núria Gomà i Lleonart keeps on travelling aboard her Daily 4×4 ​A completely new design for her van turning into a Tigrotto, a Daily 4×4 Special Edition inspired by a historic IVECO vehicle from the 50s and 60s.After…
Northernmost bus delivery in MAN history: Lion's Coach for Bussring AS in Norway
On the road under the northern lights and in the midnight sun, along picturesque fjords, through idyllic fishing villages and to dog sled races: Four modern MAN Lion’s Coach coaches have recently started taking tourists from all over the world…
IVECO is back as official Truck Supplier to MotoGPâ„¢
​IVECO renews its partnership with MotoGP under a 4-year agreement with the Championship’s organizer Dorna Sports.As MotoGP Truck Supplier, it will supply 14 IVECO vehicles for the transport of race materials to the circuits.IVECO also renews its sponsorship of the…
MAN makes significant progress on sustainability issues
Order intake for electric buses more than triples in 2022 Series production of eTrucks in Munich from 2024 Target of balance sheet greenhouse gas neutrality by 2050 at the latest confirmed Environmental protection investments at plants rise to €20 (€6.3…
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HMRC Backtracks on New Tax Hike for Double-Cab Pickup Trucks
The government’s recent announcement of a significant tax increase on double-cab pickup trucks sparked widespread concern among farmers and tradespeople. The plan involved reclassifying these vehicles as company cars rather than commercial vehicles, resulting in hefty benefit-in-kind tax bills based…
Navigating Ford's Commercial Van Range
Renowned globally for their exceptional performance and versatility, Ford vans stand tall as perennial best-sellers. From the robust Transit to the nimble Courier, Ford offers a comprehensive lineup designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses and individuals alike. If…
Tiger Trailers Supplies Warburtons with 38 Tailored Rigid Box Vans
Warburtons, Britain’s leading bakery brand renowned for its commitment to quality, has partnered with Tiger Trailers to enhance its logistics capabilities. The bakery giant sought 38 rigid box vans meticulously crafted to meet its unique transportation needs across its 22…
FORD PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC SUPERVAN 4 TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS AT 101ST RUNNING OF PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB
Ford Performance is heading to the legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with the all-electric SuperVan 4. The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb winds up 156 turns & 4,725 ft. to a finish line sitting 14,115 ft. above sea level.…
How a good charging strategy can extend an electric truck’s range
Electric trucks open new opportunities for low noise and zero exhaust emissions. Good planning when it comes to routes, driving times and charging opportunities keep productivity high. With good planning, an electric truck can have the same productivity as a…
Why the charging infrastructure for heavy electric trucks is set to expand
While charging stations for passenger cars are an increasingly common sight, the same public infrastructure for trucks is virtually non-existent. However, recent developments suggest that this is about to change. Pressure to expand the public infrastructure for charging electric trucks…
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Tracked Excavators That Surpass Expectations
How do you know when a product will meet your expectations as a customer? Recommendations from other consumers who have tried and tested the item are a sure way to see what you are buying and that your purchase does…
BSS Heavy Machinery becomes HCEE's new sales partner in Berlin
Based in Schorfheide near Berlin, BSS Heavy Machinery has become a new Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe dealer, offering the complete HCEE product portfolio for the states of Berlin, Brandenburg and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, and parts of the states of Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. Brothers Dirk and…
Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby to Participate in a Fireside Chat at CONEXPO hosted by Goldman Sachs
March 6, 2023 LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jim Umpleby is expected to participate in a fireside chat, hosted by Jerry Revich from Goldman Sachs, at CONEXPO on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.…
Caterpillar Highlights Services, Technology and Sustainability at 2023 CONEXPO-CON/AGGÂ
Company celebrates customers at Operator Stadium with the Global Operator Challenge Finals and live demonstrations. March 14, 2023 IRVING, Texas – Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is showcasing its latest products, services and technologies at this year’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG March 14-18 in…
Weigel Bautechnik becomes a Hyundai dealer in Thuringia
As of January 1, 2023, the construction equipment trading company Weigel-Bautechnik has become an official distribution dealership, serving a major portion of the German state of Thuringia and offering the complete construction equipment portfolio for Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE).…
HL975A CVT wheel loader impresses french quarrying specialists LRM with fuel economy
Following a product demonstration day, organised by Hyundai dealer CS Matériel at the LRM quarry in Lunel, the quarrying specialists were so impressed with the HL975A CVT wheel loader that they immediately purchased one for use at their new quarry at Pic-Saint…
CW Russell Plant Hire expands Hyundai fleet
Power. Reliability. Comfort. These are the non-negotiables that CW Russell expects from its machinery, and these are the qualities that have led the company to choose one brand for its fleet of excavators and wheeled loaders – Hyundai. Founded 28…
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CIMC was Included in the Hang Seng Stock Connect Hydrogen Energy Index
With the concept of sustainable investment becoming a global consensus, ESG Index and Index-based investment have entered a booming stage. On 20 February, Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited launched the Hang Seng Shanghai-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect Hydrogen Energy Index, and…
WHAT IS CPFG AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
CPFG(combined pressurization fire&gas system) is a complete suite of intelligent booster control systems, typically used in positive pressure containers, with gas detectors, smoke detectors, heat detectors, fire alarms, pressure switches, flow switches, booster fans, emergency stop & alarm mute switches, and other explosion…
PRESSURISED CONTAINERS FOR MCC, SWITCHGEAR, VFD, VSD, ETC
TLS Offshore Containers International offers a wide range of pressurized containers, designed and built to customer specifications and compliant with industry standards such as DNV 2.7-1. These containers are ideal for use as Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and switchgear units,…
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TopHat and Man GPM sign £50m deal for East Sussex modular residential scheme
Modular housebuilder TopHat is delighted to have agreed a £50m development deal with Man GPM Aalto, the private markets business group of Man Group, to develop 226 zero-carbon homes in Lewes, East Sussex. Original Source: https://tophat.io/news-views/tophat-and-man-gpm-sign-50m-deal-for-east-sussex-modular-residential-scheme/
Modular Genius Awarded St. Nicholas Church Temporary Modular Building Contract
Modular Genius Awarded St. Nicholas Church Temporary Modular Building Contract Modular Genius has been awarded a single room relocatable modular classroom building at St. Nicholas Church in Germantown, Maryland. The 864 sq. ft. temporary modular building will be installed in Q2…
Europe’s largest 3D modular homes facility to be built in the UK
TopHat announces intention to deliver Europe’s largest modular homes facility. Capable of delivering one house every hour, the state-of-the-art facility will use precision engineering techniques to create c.4,000 homes per year. The new premises will be operational from 2023, creating…
Modular Genius Awarded Waste Not Recycling Permanent Modular Building Contract
Modular Genius Awarded Waste Not Recycling Modular Building Contract Modular Genius has been awarded a modular scale house at Waste Not Recycling in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The 400 sq. ft. permanent modular building will be installed in Q2 of 2023. Follow us…
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Tiger Trailers Supplies Warburtons with 38 Tailored Rigid Box Vans
Warburtons, Britain’s leading bakery brand renowned for its commitment to quality, has partnered with Tiger Trailers to enhance its logistics capabilities. The bakery giant sought 38 rigid box vans meticulously crafted to meet its unique transportation needs across its 22…
Dennison Trailers agree new deal with Colin Lawson Transport
We are delighted to announce the delivery of 10 Oil Spec Platform trailers, as part of a new deal with Colin Lawson Transport. One of Aberdeen’s largest transport and haulage companies, Colin Lawson Transport specialises in the energy sector and…
Things to consider when buying a trailer to tow vehicles
At Brian James Trailers, we have over 40 years’ experience designing and building high performance trailers. Our heritage is in motorsport – an industry where reliability and performance are key and we’ve become recognised as the first choice for car…
How galvanising protects our trailers
22-08-2022 In order to protect the steel with which our trailers are made, they go through a process called galvanizing. The steel chassis, having been cleaned in an acid tank then rinsed and dried, is dipped in a tank of…
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The Role of VF Tyres in Mitigating Soil Compaction
Image Source: Continental Tyres VF Tyres Maximising Agricultural Efficiency Reflecting on the meteorological challenges of 2023, which ranked as the 11th wettest year on record, it becomes evident that the cascade of storms and relentless rain has seamlessly flowed into…
The Advantages of Self-Propelled Sprayers
In farm machinery, choosing between traditional tractor-mounted sprayers and innovative self-propelled sprayers has become a pivotal decision for modern farmers. This article delves into the key reasons why opting for a self-propelled sprayer might be the game-changer your farm needs. Positive Return…
Change in the Group Executive Board: CLAAS appoints Jan Hendrik Mohr as new CEO
The CLAAS Group Shareholders’ Committee has appointed Jan-Hendrik Mohr as the new CEO with effect from 1 April 2023. The incumbent CEO Thomas Böck had decided to step down as CEO of the CLAAS Group and to pursue new endeavors.…
Massey Ferguson MF 5S Series Wins Farm Machine 2023 Award
Massey Ferguson, a worldwide brand of AGCO (NYSE:AGCO) is proud to announce its outstandingly versatile MF 5S Series is the winner of a Farm Machine 2023 Award for tractors less than 120hp. The prestigious honour from Groupe La France Agricole…
British food and farming on parade at Lord Mayor’s Show
Massey Ferguson, a worldwide brand of AGCO (NYSE:AGCO) is proud to announce its continued support for the Lord Mayor’s Show this year. Showcasing the best of British food and farming to a televised audience. The significant role British farmers play…
Massey Ferguson brings its innovative events strategy to SIMA Show
Massey Ferguson, a worldwide brand of AGCO (NYSE:AGCO) is proud to announce that, for the first time ever, it is bringing its full MF eXperience Tour to an international show, as well as exhibiting in Hall 7 at the forthcoming…
MF LB2200 Series Large Square Baler wins AE50 Award
The Massey Ferguson® LB2200 Series Large Square Baler merges the reliability of previous models with new cutting-edge technology advancements. A new pickup design improves baler feeding and parts reliability, while also reducing noise. New axle and tyre offerings with a single bogie suspension…
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Hoshizaki’s New UK Innovation Centre
Hoshizaki, renowned for its excellence in crafting commercial catering equipment, has marked another milestone in its illustrious journey with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art UK innovation and demonstration center in Telford. Since its establishment in Japan in 1947, Hoshizaki has…
Falcon's Hydro-Powered Commercial Catering Equipment: Pioneering Sustainability in Foodservice
Falcon, a renowned brand in commercial catering equipment, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking range of hydro-powered appliances, marking a significant step forward in the industry’s sustainability efforts. Collaborating with leading research, engineering consultants, and hydrogen specialists, Falcon has emerged as…
RATIONAL AG: Turnover of 1 billion euro for the first time in the company’s history
For the first time in its 50-year history, RATIONAL, the specialist in hot food preparation, achieved a group turnover of just over 1 billion euro in the 2022 financial year with its two iVario and iCombi cooking system lines. This…
Craven eyes expansion into new markets
Craven Will Be Using Its Knaresborough Factory To Manufacture Racking And Trolley Products For The Mortuary Sector. Knaresborough-based storage and handling manufacturer, Craven & Co, is set to expand into new markets during 2021 with the assistance of a new…