All Fuels articles – Page 36

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    Zero-emission refrigeration units for HGVs move a step closer

    2015-06-30T11:22:00Z

    A greener way to transport refrigerated and frozen goods moves a step closer with the opening of Dearman's new R&D facility near Croydon, Surrey.The Dearman Technology Centre is the first dedicated liquid air engine facility of its kind and will enable the company to begin full testing of its ...

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    Scottish urban delivery guide launched by FTA

    2015-06-30T08:09:00Z

    The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched a policy guide for making efficient urban deliveries to Scottish towns.It aims to support economic growth in Scotland’s cities – and builds on the legacy of collaborative working practices that maintained efficient services in Glasgow during the Commonwealth Games in 2014.The document highlights ...

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    Local authority guide to encouraging uptake of low-emission vehicles launched

    2015-06-25T15:03:00Z

    The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (Low CVP) has launched a good practice guide for ‘Local Measures to Encourage the Uptake of Low Emission Vehicles’.This new guide aims to assist local and city authorities in understanding a broad range ofpolicy measures and initiatives that can be used to encourage the uptake ...

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    Van cost and carbon tool predicts savings through low-carbon vehicles

    2015-06-25T10:43:00Z

    Cenex has launched an online van cost and carbon calculator tool to enable fleet decision-makers to explore if low-carbon vehicles could be feasible for their operationsThe VC3 system computes the economic and environmental performance of diesel, electric, gas and stop-start van technologies, based on real-world driving scenarios.“By providing a realistic ...

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    Arcese to roll-out natural-gas vans for London last-mile operation

    2015-06-25T10:03:00Z

    Arcese is to introduce natural gas-powered vans for last-mile urban deliveries in London this summer.The Italian logistics firm already launched a similar operation on Milan's restricted traffic areas and historical centre at the start of the year, as part of its environmental strategy and to meet demand from customers ...

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    NHS Trust reaps benefits from move to electric vans

    2015-06-24T16:12:00Z

    A Northumbria NHS Trust has taken delivery of its 13th Nissan E-NV200 this year, having found the switch to electric-powered vans the ideal choice for the short, community-based journeys they operate on.The vehicle was supplied by Lex Autolease and was the rental firm’s 2,000th plug-in electric vehicle on its fleet.Michael ...

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    Iconic venue for Freight in the City Expo 2015

    2015-06-23T15:58:00Z

    The inaugural Freight in the City Expo will take place at London’s historic Alexandra Palace this autumn.The iconic venue, situated high above the London skyline between Muswell Hill & Wood Green, first opened in 1873 on Queen Victoria's 54th birthday.In 1935, the BBC leased the eastern part of the building ...

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    Viewpoint: Volvo’s John Comer on alternative fuels

    2015-06-22T15:55:00Z

    John Comer, Volvo Truck's product manager UK & Ireland, shares his thoughts with Freight in the City on carbon reduction and alternative fuels Alternative fuels bring with them some very interesting challenges as not all fuel types suit all operations. Some offer a carbon reduction because they are sustainable and ...

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    Ultra-low emission zone needed by 2018 says Labour MP Diane Abbott

    2015-06-10T16:22:00Z

    London Labour MP and mayoral candidate Diane Abbott has called for the introduction of an ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) in the capital by 2018, two years ahead of plans already proposed by current London mayor Boris Johnson.Abbott secured a Commons debate on London’s poor air quality yesterday (9 June), claiming ...

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    Commercial Group's hydrogen-powered vans show how operators can help improve air quality

    2015-06-05T13:09:00Z

    Commercial Group demonstrated to delegates at the FTA Managing Freight in London conference that the successful introduction of hydrogen-powered vans onto its fleet is a good example of how operators can lead the way in reducing emissions.“We're an operator of vans across the UK, with a significant number in ...

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    London to launch a low-emission commercial vehicle strategy

    2015-06-05T09:30:00Z

    Transport for London (TfL) is poised to launch a low-emission commercial vehicle programme to help stimulate the market for low, ultra low or zero-emission vans and lorries.Split into three distinct work streams, the project will first concentrate on increasing the availability and affordability of viable low-emission commercial vehicles and retrofit ...

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    Transport for London aiming to expand rapid charging infrastructure across capital

    2015-06-05T09:30:00Z

    Transport for London (TfL) is seeking companies to develop future charging infrastructure to support ultra-low emission vehicles, including rapid charging technology for commercial vehicle fleets.The announcement forms part of the mayor’s strategy to improve air quality in the capital, which will see the introduction of the world’s first ultra-low emission ...

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    BVRLA welcomes more accurate emissions testing on vans

    2015-05-29T13:43:00Z

    An EC proposal for ‘real world’ air pollution tests for vans and cars was agreed last week by member states to provide a more accurate procedure for measuring vehicle emissions.New proposals will require vehicles to be tested on the road and in traffic, rather than in laboratory-like conditions as is ...

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    Van carbon emissions decline ahead of EU targets

    2015-05-28T15:31:00Z

    CO2 emissions from vans are continuing to decline ahead of EU targets, according to latest figures released by the European Environment Agency.Around 1.4 million new vans were registered in the EU last year, with average emissions of 169.2g of CO2/km. This represents a 2.4% drop on 2013’s emissions and is ...

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    Freight in the City Expo promises to solve sustainable urban freight challenges

    2015-05-27T13:09:00Z

    Following the success of last year’s Quiet Cities Global Summit, Motor Transport publisher Road Transport Media is holding a one-day urban logistics event aimed at all stakeholders interested in enabling quiet, clean and safe deliveries.The one-day Freight in the City Expo will combine seminars, an exhibition and guided tours all ...

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    Government urged to promote air quality benefits of LPG vehicles

    2015-05-18T10:21:00Z

    The UK’s liquefied petroleum gas trade association (UKLPG) is urging the incoming air quality minister to support the significant role that automotive LPG could play in reducing harmful emissions from the transport sector.A Supreme Court ruling last month said the government must produce a new air quality plan by the ...

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    Retiming deliveries is key to keeping pace with London's growth

    2015-04-29T10:52:00Z

    Retiming deliveries outside of peak hours to cope with a “rapidly changing London” was tackled at a TfL conference this morning held in the capital.Operators, businesses and local authorities were brought together to discuss the practicalities of shifting deliveries outside of the peak hours of 0700-13.00 to cope with London's ...

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    Euro-6 gas HGVs displayed at CV Show 2015

    2015-04-24T16:09:00Z

    Liquefied gas supplier Gasrec displayed the UK’s first dedicated Euro-6 gas-powered HGV on its stand at the CV Show 2015, which took place on 14-16 April.The Scania tractor unit recently entered service with Argos and Gasrec said it has already been trialled by a number of other leading retail and ...

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    Econic to be offered with 8-speed PowerShift for wider urban role

    2015-04-21T16:00:00Z

    Mercedes-Benz said its Econic municipal chassis is soon to be offered with an 8-speed PowerShift automated gearbox as an alternative to the current 6-speed Allison automatic box.This will provide further scope for the Econic to be used in a wider urban role - such as distribution, tipper and mixer duties ...

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    Tevva reveals range-extended electric 7.5-tonne urban delivery truck

    2015-04-21T15:31:00Z

    An electric range-extended low-emission 7.5 tonne delivery vehicle made its public debut at the CV Show last week, attracting an "over-whelming positive response” according to its maker.Tevva Motors, (originally Teva Motors) was set up by Israeli entrepreneur Asher Bennett in 2012 to develop an electric range-extended 7.5-tonne truck. The prototype, ...