Devon haulier Wains Transport is enjoying a welcome boost in fuel efficiency from its latest Mercedes-Benz Actros L tractor unit. The truck has joined another Actros at Wains and both are comfortably ahead of any other vehicles on the operator’s 25-strong fleet. “We don’t measure mpg obsessively, because there’s a lot of variation in the...
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Lift the bonnet on your Easter break: check your car before you go.
ROAD SAFETY and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging drivers to ensure they and their cars are well prepared before embarking on long road journeys this Easter. Millions of vehicles are expected to pour onto the road network over the course of the four-day holiday, so planning journeys and making basic vehicle checks will really...
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Half of UK drivers feel stressed at the prospect of parking
New data suggests that half of Brits (49%) find parking stressful and take measures to avoid certain manoeuvres, where possible, according to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles*. One in four UK drivers said parking with family members in the vehicle is more stressful, with reverse parking – the most common garage parking manoeuvre – topping the list...
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Renault returns to the CV Show with the UK premiere of the New Master and its 100% electric LCV range
Renault is marking its 21st attendance at the annual Commercial Vehicle Show with the UK premiere of the New Master and its latest 100% electric LCV line-up. During the UK’s biggest dedicated commercial vehicle event, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham from 23-24 April, Renault will have its entire 100% electric line up on display,...
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The new Crafter is ready to go
The new Crafter will be launched in a few weeks’ time and will be taken to a higher level by means of an extensive software and hardware update. The cockpit in particular has been completely redesigned and now features the latest generation of infotainment systems. The fresh features include the Digital Cockpit, a multifunction steering...
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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Opens New Exeter Van Centre
New Exeter Van Centre offers both new and Approved Used Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened a brand-new Van Centre in Exeter, providing its complete range of products and services to customers in Devon. The new site, operated by Yeomans Group, now stocks the full range of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, alongside Approved Used...
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New UNI-TOUCH operating system for the Mercedes-Benz Unimog implement carrier
Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK has announced the all-new UNI-TOUCH operating system for the Unimog implement carrier, which is available to order now ahead of first deliveries in the second half of the year. The manufacturer is making the announcement at LAMMA 2024 – the UK’s leading agricultural machinery, equipment and technology show – where it is...
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Volvo XC90 scores double triumph in new and used car honours
Two prestigious awards within just two weeks have confirmed the Volvo XC90’s class-leading qualities – as both a new and pre-owned purchase.
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New Charging Station Solutions Available From Lotus
Lotus has launched today its own electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions including an ultra-fast 450 kW DC charger, power cabinet and a modular unit for charging up to four vehicles at once.
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Renault Set Up To Take Car Of The Year 2024?
Scenic E-Class Nominated for Car Of The Year