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MAN Truck & Bus celebrates a century
A look at the company’s past, present and plans for the future. Few companies can claim to have been in the commercial...
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Iveco Daily: The new kid in town
Iveco has launched its latest offering for the LCV market, the all-new Daily, in Oman. After carving out a niche in the...
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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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The TCO dilemma for fleet owners
Many customers focus on the initial price, rather than total cost of ownership. Several interviews with manufacturers operating in the GCC all seem...
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Fleet: Dubai firm making custom drive shafts in under 24 hours
A visit to the manufacturing facility of Cardan Shaft Network ME. With the tough operating conditions, long distances and number of years...
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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...
