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Daimler Trucks sells over 500,000 units in 2015
Manufacturer increases sales for third year in a row. Germany’s Daimler Trucks has reported an increase in global sales to over 500,000...
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Driverless trucks could ‘revolutionise GCC transport’
Strategy&: Self-driving trucks could help reduce pollution, boost fuel efficiency. Autonomous or driverless trucks could change the face of transport in the...
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Oman plans fuel subsidy reform, spending cuts
Petroleum products to track global prices from mid-January. Oman plans to revise fuel prices from mid-January as part of a government drive...
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Diesel fuel prices slashed by 12% in UAE
Prices to fall for fifth consecutive month following liberalisation. Diesel prices in the UAE will be 12% lower from January 1, in...
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New laws, technology needed to fight truck driver fatigue in Gulf – experts
Driver fatigue can lead to a delayed response time to hazards. Driver fatigue is a major problem in the region that needs...
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Volvo Trucks Qatar doubles sales in 2015
Swedish manufacturer’s Qatari dealer reported a 100% increase in sales. Volvo Trucks has had a strong year in Qatar, doubling its sales...
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Watch a four-year-old test-drive an 18-tonne Volvo truck
Sophie drove a Volvo FMX through a construction area – albeit with the help of a remote control. Volvo Trucks’ latest Live...
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Volkswagen denies Qatar sought to curb labour union influence
Management held talks with Qatar Investment Authority, which holds a 17% stake in the German automaker. Volkswagen has denied a report saying...
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European truck fuel efficiency ‘unchanged’ over past decade – study
EU should set mandatory emission standards for heavy vehicles, ICCT urges. The fuel efficiency of new trucks in Europe has not changed...
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McDonald’s UAE fleet to hit 5m km powered by biodiesel
Biofuel produced from recycled vegetable oil powers US fast food giant’s UAE fleet. McDonald’s UAE is set to hit a milestone this...
