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Sapphire rolls on by joining BPW Service Network

Independent truck and van repairer Sapphire Vehicle Services has joined forces with renowned axle manufacturer BPW to offer a streamlined, ‘one-stop shop’ service. Sapphire is one of Britain’s most successful independent commercial vehicle repairers. BPW Ltd is the UK division of Europe’s leading trailer axle and suspension manufacturer. By working together, the two companies aim

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Top tips for driving through fog and arriving safe and sound

Fog is one of the most difficult conditions to drive in.  Ensure you are prepared so you can carry out your journey safely, and allow lots of extra time for the trip. According to the Institute of Advanced Motorists, you should: Clean your windows and windscreen and ensure all lights are working before you set

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Keeping your windscreen clear without damaging your vehicle

Failing to use a proper de-icer and ice scraper can cause permanent damage to your vehicle – notably scratching the glass or damaging the surrounding rubber seals.   But a new survey from Autoglym, the car care products provider, has revealed that ill-prepared motorists often rely on a variety of makeshift objects such as books,

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Top Tips for Fuel Efficiency

Check out our simple tips to help drive Fuel Efficiency… 1. Control your speed…Speed is the Number One reason for increased fuel consumption and reduced profit. Higher speed requires more horsepower and this in turn requires more fuel! Dropping your speed by just 10mph can reduce your fuel intake and have a surprising impact on

Read More »
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What is AdBlue®?

AdBlue® is a non-toxic, non-flammable; biodegradable urea and water-based liquid additive that processes the harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) gases, produced by diesel vehicle exhaust system’s and turns these gasses into water vapour and nitrogen gas. The AdBlue® solution is stored in a tank positioned near the vehicles conventional fuel tank, accessed through a cap typically

Read More »
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Truck driver banned from professional driving until 2035

A Glasgow truck driver has been banned from professional driving until 2035 following a series of convictions for dangerous driving. Traffic commissioner (TC) for Scotland, Joan Aitken, said she did not want to wait for Hugh Cowan Richardson to kill or injure someone before disqualifying him from driving for an indefinite period. Richardson had previously

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Port of Felixstowe takes delivery of more cranes

Three new ship-to-shore gantry cranes have been delivered to the Port of Felixstowe, the Port of Britain. Built by ZPMC in Shanghai, the new cranes will be operated on the port’s Berth 8&9 which are currently being extended to increase the port’s ability to handle the latest ultra-large container ships. The cranes are all designed to handle

Read More »
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Overnight closures planned for A20 and M25 in Kent

All projects involve the replacement of bridge expansion joints which have reached the end of their serviceable life. Expansion joints help to protect the structural integrity of a bridge by allowing it to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature. The first closure is on the westbound A20 between the M20 junction 1/M25 junction

Read More »
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New concept electric truck and bus platform enters testing programme

A revolutionary range extended electric truck and bus chassis from a new to the industry business begins its testing programme in the UK this month before being readied for commercial operations.The company involved, Charge R&D Ltd, has substantial financial backing from Kinetik, a new $500 million international investment company. Charge, headquartered in Enstone, Oxfordshire, UK,

Read More »
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FTA welcomes new dual signing for low bridges

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed Department for Transport (DfT) proposals to introduce a bridge marking system that will show both imperial and metric height, width and length limits. With more than 1600 bridge strikes in 2014/15 throughout the UK, FTA believes it is vital that signage can be easily understood by drivers who

Read More »
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Roadsense launches combined telematics and 3G accident camera unit

Roadsense has launched Roadsense Live Plus: a telematics and real-time 3G camera combined in a single unit. The product is able to send video of events such as collisions and dangerous manoeuvres to the Roadsense platform in real-time, allowing almost instant viewing of hazardous events, together with real-time incident notification via SMS or email. Medium-threshold

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Sapphire Vehicle Services and Ballyvesey Holdings Donate Food Aid to Ukraine

Sapphire Vehicle Services and Ballyvesey Holdings Donate Food Aid to Ukraine We are proud to announce that Sapphire Vehicle Services and Ballyvesey Holdings have donated 26 pallets of food and commodities to those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. The food and commodities will be distributed to those in need, and we are very grateful

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Sapphire rolls on by joining BPW Service Network

Independent truck and van repairer Sapphire Vehicle Services has joined forces with renowned axle manufacturer BPW to offer a streamlined, ‘one-stop shop’ service. Sapphire is one of Britain’s most successful independent commercial vehicle repairers. BPW Ltd is the UK division of Europe’s leading trailer axle and suspension manufacturer. By working together, the two companies aim

Company News

Top tips for driving through fog and arriving safe and sound

Fog is one of the most difficult conditions to drive in.  Ensure you are prepared so you can carry out your journey safely, and allow lots of extra time for the trip. According to the Institute of Advanced Motorists, you should: Clean your windows and windscreen and ensure all lights are working before you set

Company News

Keeping your windscreen clear without damaging your vehicle

Failing to use a proper de-icer and ice scraper can cause permanent damage to your vehicle – notably scratching the glass or damaging the surrounding rubber seals.   But a new survey from Autoglym, the car care products provider, has revealed that ill-prepared motorists often rely on a variety of makeshift objects such as books,

Company News

Top Tips for Fuel Efficiency

Check out our simple tips to help drive Fuel Efficiency… 1. Control your speed…Speed is the Number One reason for increased fuel consumption and reduced profit. Higher speed requires more horsepower and this in turn requires more fuel! Dropping your speed by just 10mph can reduce your fuel intake and have a surprising impact on

Company News

What is AdBlue®?

AdBlue® is a non-toxic, non-flammable; biodegradable urea and water-based liquid additive that processes the harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) gases, produced by diesel vehicle exhaust system’s and turns these gasses into water vapour and nitrogen gas. The AdBlue® solution is stored in a tank positioned near the vehicles conventional fuel tank, accessed through a cap typically

Company News

Truck driver banned from professional driving until 2035

A Glasgow truck driver has been banned from professional driving until 2035 following a series of convictions for dangerous driving. Traffic commissioner (TC) for Scotland, Joan Aitken, said she did not want to wait for Hugh Cowan Richardson to kill or injure someone before disqualifying him from driving for an indefinite period. Richardson had previously

Company News

Port of Felixstowe takes delivery of more cranes

Three new ship-to-shore gantry cranes have been delivered to the Port of Felixstowe, the Port of Britain. Built by ZPMC in Shanghai, the new cranes will be operated on the port’s Berth 8&9 which are currently being extended to increase the port’s ability to handle the latest ultra-large container ships. The cranes are all designed to handle

Company News

Overnight closures planned for A20 and M25 in Kent

All projects involve the replacement of bridge expansion joints which have reached the end of their serviceable life. Expansion joints help to protect the structural integrity of a bridge by allowing it to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature. The first closure is on the westbound A20 between the M20 junction 1/M25 junction

Company News

New concept electric truck and bus platform enters testing programme

A revolutionary range extended electric truck and bus chassis from a new to the industry business begins its testing programme in the UK this month before being readied for commercial operations.The company involved, Charge R&D Ltd, has substantial financial backing from Kinetik, a new $500 million international investment company. Charge, headquartered in Enstone, Oxfordshire, UK,

Company News

FTA welcomes new dual signing for low bridges

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed Department for Transport (DfT) proposals to introduce a bridge marking system that will show both imperial and metric height, width and length limits. With more than 1600 bridge strikes in 2014/15 throughout the UK, FTA believes it is vital that signage can be easily understood by drivers who

Company News

Roadsense launches combined telematics and 3G accident camera unit

Roadsense has launched Roadsense Live Plus: a telematics and real-time 3G camera combined in a single unit. The product is able to send video of events such as collisions and dangerous manoeuvres to the Roadsense platform in real-time, allowing almost instant viewing of hazardous events, together with real-time incident notification via SMS or email. Medium-threshold