Author: Eoin Cuttle

The UK’s biggest truck manufacturer is donating a 6×2 rigid truck to members of the Transport Association to raise funds for the global transport charity, Transaid. There are 60 haulage firms in the Transport Association, any of which is allowed to use the Transaid-liveried DAF in exchange for a contribution to the industry charity. The Don-Bur bodied

Internal combustion engines are expected to provide a cheaper and cleaner alternative to fully-electric powertrains in heavy trucks, according to industry experts. Advancements in exhaust after treatment and new powertrain technology could mean that diesel and gas powered trucks will provide the cleanest form of propulsion for heavy vehicles, in the medium term. Emissions from

Two years after launching its accidental tyre damage guarantee for its bus, coach and truck tyre ranges, Michelin has reported just 1,391 eligible claims for damage from nearly 250,000 tyres sold in Ireland and the UK – a claim rate of just 0.59 per cent, which it says highlights its product quality. Under the scheme

Italian HGV, LCV and bus manufacturer IVECO has announced it will exhibit only alternatively fueled vehicles on its stand in the Low Emission Zone at the IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover, Germany, in September. The companywill exhibit 18 vehicles powered by electricity, CNG (compressed natural gas) and LNG (liquefied natural gas), all of

Due to the dynamic development of the AS-PL company, from August 1 the warranty period for all AS-PL products has been extended from 12 to 24 months. This applies to all products sold from August 1. In line with the extension of the warranty period and the ongoing changes and expansion of the business, AS-PL

Zenises has unveiled the incorporation of the Vantastic offering to their current product range. The Vantastic, a product for vans is the latest extension to the Z Tyre portfolio, with it offering 7 sizes in its initial phase. The organisation confirmed that the new Vantastic range would follow the same key principles that rest of

DAF Trucks is donating a new CF 370 rear-steer 26-tonne 6×2 rigid for use by Transport Association (TA) members in their support of industry charity, Transaid. The initiative means any TA member may use the vehicle in regular service in return for donations to Transaid. The Don-Bur bodied curtain-sider is said to have been liveried

The majority of buses operating in the Spanish capital city of Madrid will be powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), following a decision by the city’s government-owned operator to invest in the technology. The Board of Directors of the Municipal Transport Company of Madrid (EMT) approved the investment of 138 million Euros over the next two years

Leading automotive parts and lubricant supplier, Comline Auto Parts Ltd (Comline), has joined the Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS). Engaging with market participants and relevant authorities, the VLS works to pursue incorrect or false product quality and standards. The organisation works independently to investigate compliance and performance claims of lubricant products (such as oil) to