The Volvo FM 8×4 tipper comes fitted with a lightweight, insulated aggregate body to Tarmac specification by PPG and the aforementioned five-axle 10×6 tipper. The factory-built, five-axle Volvo FMX Tridem 10×6 is equipped with twin front steering axles, one of which is also driven, and an air-suspended, double-drive bogie, with an additional air-suspended tag-axle, which […]
2016 sales data released by the parent company of the truck and bus brands, Volkswagen Group, shows both Scania and MAN have started 2016 off on just the right foot. Volkswagen reports that Scania sales have increased a healthy 5.6% across the first four months of the year (January to April) compared to the same […]
GAZ Group unveils a Cruise coach equipped with a Euro 6 compliant CNG engine. The new model was presented as part of the Bus World – 2016 exhibition that is taking place from May 18 till May 20 in Kolomna, Moscow region. The exhibition also features other new products developed by GAZ Group: a small […]
Renault Trucks is launching the Renault Maxity Euro 6. Equipped with a DTI 3, 130 or 150 hp engine, it incorporates SCR (selective catalytic reduction) depollution technology which, associated with AdBlue® injection into the exhaust gases, makes it possible to efficiently reduce polluting emissions. This means the Renault Maxity Euro 6 also features an AdBlue® […]
On May 21, the new 2017 Ram Power Wagon and Ram 2500 4×4 Off-road models will make their first off-road-event appearance since their unveiling at the Chicago Auto Show in February. Joined by the brand’s top-selling Rebel model, Ram Truck is bringing its full off-road-truck segment-leading lineup to one of America’s top annual outdoor adventurer destinations: the […]
COMO Connect today announced that it is expanding its fleet by adding zero-emission, all-electric buses into service starting in June to better serve customers and reduce operational costs. The three (3), 30-ft, low-floor, all-electric transit buses will be supplied by BYD, the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles, with a battery that provides 144 miles […]
For the first time ever, the Volvo Group will now demonstrate its self-driving truck for a broader audience in the mining industry. The truck is part of a research and development project involving autonomous vehicles, intended to create greater business advantages for mining customers. “The Volvo Group has been conducting research into autonomous vehicles for […]
Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) is offering a five year warranty for both the Ford Ranger 2.2L XLT and 3.2L XLT variants nationwide, as a special offer from now through 30 June. Customers who purchase and register a Ranger 2.2L XLT or 3.2L XLT by 30 June will enjoy a manufacturer’s warranty of three years […]
The inhabitants of Finland have a reputation for being the somewhat unconventional folk of northern Europe with some unusual habits. Sauna championships or berry-picking competitions are just some of the disciplines which are practised there with great commitment. It is also in this part of northern Europe where Sami Repo built his own foodtruck perfectly […]
Michelin has reported that demand for truck tyres on the UK replacement market is continuing to show a steady shift to 315/70 R 22.5 fitments – driven by the growth of Euro VI registrations and operators realising the total cost of ownership benefits offered over traditional low aspect ratio 295/80 R 22.5 tyres. The premium […]
