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| New lorry park opens in Birmingham - 03-February-2012 A new lorry and coach park is now open to lorry drivers and hauliers in Birmingham. The new park comes almost ten years after the closure of Birmingham city centre's last lorry and coach park, the Masshouse park. The new lorry park is located at Brewery Street. It is a secure park with space for 32 lorries and trucks, it has CCTV monitoring... |
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| Traffic on M6 Toll falls by over 10% - 27-January-2012 A report from Midland Expressway, operators of the M6 Toll, shows that the number of vehicles using it has fallen by over 10%. The latest figures for the 27-mile toll road show average daily traffic for the period from October to December was down 10.7 per... |
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| Stock Update: Used Iveco Tipper Trucks - 20-January-2012 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that we have recently secured a pair of used tipper trucks. Both are available with the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Now available on our 4 acre site we have 2 superb used tipper trucks. We have an Iveco 180E25 Euro IV Tipper with 16 foot... |
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| FTA to work closer with Highways Agency - 13-January-2012 A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Freight Transport Association (FTA) and the Highways Agency to improve co-operation and understanding between the two bodies. The aim is to jointly promote and develop relevant transport initiatives, for example by developing clearer travel warnings in... |
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| New steps to keep trucks on the right road - 22-December-2011 Ministers are tackling the problem of lorry drivers following satnavs down narrow and inappropriate roads as part of a package of new traffic signs rules. Under the new rules, laid before Parliament by Transport Minister Norman Baker, councils will no longer need Whitehall approval to... |
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| Application results announced for longer semi-trailer truck trial - 16-December-2011 A total of 180 applications have been approved by the Department for Transport for next year's trial of longer semi-trailers on trucks and lorries. The breakdown consists of hauliers, own-account truck operators and trailer manufacturers. The applicants will pilot the use of... |
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| Stock Update: Used DAF Flatbed Trucks - 08-December-2011 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that we have secured a pair of used DAF Flatbed trucks. Both are available with the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Now available on our 4 acre site we have a 2 superb used DAF flatbed lorries. We have a DAF LF55-180 with a 22 foot... |
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| Truck Industry wins first battle in Fair Fuel war - 01-December-2011 The FairFuelUK (FFUK) campaign has won the first battle in the war over escalating fuel prices following the government's pledge to scrap the planned January duty rise of 3ppl as well as reducing the August rise by 2ppl to 3ppl. The announcement by the Chancellor, George Osborne in his autumn statement on Tuesday is a boost for the haulage and freight... |
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| Stock Update: Beavertails and Plant Lorries - 25-November-2011 Here at Cromwell Trucks we have a large stock of used beavertails, plant lorries and related vehicles. All our trucks are available with the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Available on our 4 acre site we have a superb range of used beavertail and plant lorries from manufacturers such as DAF and... |
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| Truck drivers at risk from "long hours" culture - 17-November-2011 Unite, the largest union in the country have urged the government to bring an end to the "long hours" culture endured by Britain's 300,000 heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers. Unite, which represents about 60,000 truck drivers and transport workers in the haulage industry, said it was concerned that some... |
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| Stock Update: DAF Lifting Vehicles - 11-November-2011 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that we have secured a pair of car lifting vehicles. Both are available with the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Now available on our 4 acre site we have a 2 superb DAF LF45-150 used crane lorries. These car lifting vehicles with flat beds are... |
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| FTA slams London Olympics parking charge extension - 04-November-2011 Proposals to impose additional parking charges beyond the Olympic Route Network during the Games period in London have been attacked by the Freight Transport Association. The leading trade body, that represents transport interests of companies moving goods by road, rail, sea and air, believes... |
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| FairFuelUK e-petition not yet debated - 28-October-2011 FairFuelUK (FFUK) has slammed the government over its failure to debate the high price of fuel in parliament, despite the FFUK e-petition achieving the required 100,000 signatures on 30 September. Under the government’s e-petition initiative, those that attract 100,000 signatures are "eligible for debate" in... |
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| Iveco Trucks Now in Stock! - 18-October-2011 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that we have secured a range of Iveco Box Vans and Tippers. All are available with the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Now available on our 4 acre site we have a 3 superb Iveco used box vans. These popular workhorses are from the Eurocargo range and... |
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| Drop in Truck Accident Levels - 07-October-2011 The latest statistics from the Department for Transport show a fall in the number of accidents involving HGVs. The number of accidents and collisions involving HGVs and trucks in 2010 fell by almost 1,200 to around 6,400, according to the... |
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| FairFuelUK e-petition update - 29-September-2011 The FairFuelUK e-petition currently has 96,600 signatures, with 100,000 needed to reach the point where a Parliamentary debate may be triggered. The e-petition, created by Robert Halfron, MP states: "High petrol and diesel prices are crippling our economy. Many... |
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| Truck drivers warned of Christmas crime threat - 22-September-2011 TruckPol, the UK's freight crime intelligence unit, has warned truck drivers that they are prime targets as organised criminals take advantage of the transportation of festive goods over the Christmas period. “With fewer daylight hours as winter approaches, drivers should be extra careful on their travels,” says Detective... |
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| MPs urge Government to do more to tackle congestion - 16-September-2011 A tougher driving test, greater use of real-time information systems and better co-ordination between road management authorities offer affordable methods by which to curb road congestion, say MPs on the Commons Transport Committee. Out of the Jam: reducing congestion on our roads is the report of an inquiry undertaken by the Transport Committee that examined... |
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| Hauliers feel the high fuel price squeeze - 09-September-2011 The high cost of fuel remains the biggest cause for concern amongst haulage operators, according to the July 2011 update of the Freight Transport Association's Manager's Guide to Distribution Costs. Commercial vehicle and truck operators continue to be squeezed by rising operating costs whilst facing pressure on haulage rates... |
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| Road Transport Will Continue to Dominate European Freight - 31-August-2011 The chairman of the European Parliament's Transport Committee has conceded that road transport will remain the major player in the future of European freight. MEP Brian Simpson, chairman of the European Parliament’s Transport Committee has claimed that road transport will continue... |
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| Advertising on trucks set to increase - 24-August-2011 Truck media specialist HaulinAds has secured a 12 week truck-rear advertising campaign with Parrott, the UK's leading hands-free technology company. Targeting Parrot’s key customer base of motorists, the eye-catching 2.8m x 2.3m flush rear format will feature on 100... |
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| Are logistics companies prepared for Olympic disruption? - 27-July-2011 With a year to go before the opening ceremony, an industry survey has found that fewer than five per cent of companies in the logistics sector feel 'totally prepared' to deal with the potential disruption presented to the supply chain by the London Olympics. The Freight Transport Association survey also found that around a third of respondents claim to have ‘no knowledge’ of... |
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| Haulage Rates fail to Keep up with Rising Costs - 21-July-2011 A Freight Transport Association (FTA) report has claimed that haulage rates are failing to keep up with the rising costs of running a transport business. In its 2011 Manager's Guide to Distribution Costs, the FTA calculates that vehicle operating costs for hauliers rose by 6.8% in... |
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| Government lobbied to consider fuel prices - 14-July-2011 Campaigners visited Downing Street this week to deliver a letter requesting the Government abandon plans to increase fuel duty and initiate an inquiry into pump prices. FairFuelUK campaigners, led by Harlow MP Robert Halfon and including the Road Haulage Association and the Freight Transport... |
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| DfT launch Dartford Crossing toll increase consultation - 07-July-2011 The Department for Transport have launched a consultation into proposed charge increases that will help plans to tackle congestion at the Dartford-Thurrock Crossing and invest in major improvements. Under the proposal car and truck drivers could see charges increase significantly by Sping 2012. The Government is clear that reducing congestion at this vital transport link for the UK economy is an absolute priority. Subject... |
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| Truck Operators warned to secure loads - 28-June-2011 The North West of England has been targeted by the Highways Agency for a crack down on litter from unsecured lorry loads on major roads. The Highways Agency has introduced a new initiative to clean up Britains major roads. Together with HGV industry regulator, North... |
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| Police Using Unmarked Lorries in South Yorkshire - 10-June-2011 Lorry drivers in South Yorkshire are being monitored in a new way by police on the roads, from the cab of a Scania truck! According to the BBC, South Yorkshire... |
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| Government to look into sub-standard HGV wheels - 10-May-2011 The government has agreed to appoint a senior civil servant to look at the problem of substandard second-hand HGV wheels entering the UK market. Road safety minister Mike Penning says the Department for Transport (DfT) official will act as a point of contact for the wheel... |
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| Export your truck with Cromwell - 08-April-2011 Cromwell Trucks provides a comprehensive international sales and export service for used trucks. Cromwell Trucks can provide an export service for any of our used trucks. Our knowledgeable team are always pleased to help any... |
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| Budget helps truck drivers in the short term - 31-March-2011 Post-Budget response has been one of relief from truck owners and freight organisations but, with no sign of oil prices stabilising, are the new measures just short term first aid - and will fuel prices actually decrease at all? With the price of diesel rising by approximately 20% over the last 5 months, there has been an increasing clamour for the... |
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| Truckstop and Lorry Park Map launched - 22-March-2011 If you're looking for a safe place to park or need to plan your route, the free interactive truckstop map, provided by Roadtransport.com, may be able to help. The Truckstop map lists truckstops, lorry parks... |
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| £1.5m Birmingham lorry park to open in March - 24-February-2011 A new £1.5m truckstop opening in Birmingham is expected to alleviate freight crime in the region, report from RoadTransport.com A 32-space lorry park in Brewery Street is under construction and due for completion by mid-March, according to Birmingham City... |
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| DAF Tippers Now in Stock! - 03-February-2011 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that we have secured a range of DAF LF45-150 used tippers. All are available with low mileage and the usual standard expected when you buy specialist used trucks from Cromwell. Now available on our 4 acre site we have a range of superb DAF LF45-150 used tipper trucks. These '03 plated tippers are perfect... |
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| New! Used Vans and Pick Up Trucks Now Available - 21-December-2010 We are delighted to announce that Cromwell Truck Sales now sells used vans and pick up trucks. Following a high level of customer interest, we are now offering a range of commercial and light commercial vans and pick up... |
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| Cromwell Trucks on Twitter - 09-December-2010 You can now choose to follow us on Twitter for all the latest news and information - and maybe some special promotions! We are delighted to announce the launch of our Cromwell Truck... |
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| Even More Specialist Used Truck Deals - 30-November-2010 Cromwell Trucks is pleased to announce that, due to the demand for our last stock of Ex-BT post hole borers, we have secured 3 more of these specialist used trucks. Since our news item about the 3 Ex-BT DAF LF55-170 Post-Hole Borers we had in stock in September, demand has been high. So it's... |
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| Cromwell Trucks on Facebook - 18-November-2010 You can now choose to follow us on Facebook for all the latest news and information - direct to your Facebook profile. |
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| Cromwell Trucks at Summer Festivals - 21-October-2010 Arcadia is a company that provide mind blowing party environments for festivals and events. They have recently purchased two used 18 tonne Iveco trucks from Cromwell. Arcadia, based in Bristol, combine sculpture, engineering, performance, music and special effects to create mind-blowing party... |
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| Cromwell Trucks Find Vintage Tractor Solution - 15-October-2010 We recently supplied a used beavertail body truck, purpose built to carry a vintage show tractor, to a customer from the Isle of Wight Cromwell Trucks depth of expertise and knowledge of trucks and lorries was put to good use when we were approached by Ricky... |
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| Boring Used Truck Deals! - 29-September-2010 Just available and ready to work, three superb Ex-BT post hole borers. Excellent specialist used trucks that are fully loaded with features and won't put a 'hole' in your pocket! Cromwell Truck Sales are pleased to announce our latest specialist vehicles in stock. Now available on our 4 acre site we have 3... |
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| Suberb New Tipper Trucks Available - 16-September-2010 Cromwell Truck Sales are pleased to make available a superb new fleet of used steel dropside tipper trucks with cranes. Now available on our 4 acre site we have 5 superb Iveco 75E17 steel dropside tipper trucks with cranes. These '06 plated... |
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| Digital Tachographs - "What's it all about"? - 16-September-2010 EC regulation No 561/2006, published in April 2006, replaced the regulation (3820/85) on EU drivers' hours and made the fitment of digital tachographs mandatory in all new vehicles that require a tachograph as of 1 May 2006. There have been no changes, however, to the basic hours rules or to the vehicles exempted from using a tachograph. Nor is there... |
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| Cromwell Trucks to Sponsor Weston Beach Race 2010 - 10-June-2010 Cromwell Trucks will, once again, be the title sponsor of the adult quad and solo races at the Weston Beach Race, which this year takes place over the weekend of 15-17 October in the Somerset seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare. As usual we’ll be bringing a variety of our used trucks for sale with us so that customers can take a look and this year... |
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| Thirty late model used trucks added to stock! - 26-April-2010 Cromwell Trucks, one of the largest independent sales centres in the UK for used trucks, announces a new batch of thirty late model vehicles The latest stock includes Daf LF 45-150 7.5 tonne Tippers and Iveco 75E17 2005 Chassis cabs*. Available now at Cromwell... |
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| Cromwell Trucks Sponsor 'Weston Beach Race' 2009... - 11-September-2009 Weekend of 9/10/11 October... The event attracts nationwide interest and around 100,000 people descend upon Weston-super-Mare over the course of the race... |
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| SURF's UP!!! - 10-September-2009 RE-LAUNCH OF 'NEW' WEBSITE... Monday 14th September saw the launch of our 'NEW', more interactive website with powerful new features. It is our aim to increase... |
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