Author Archives: Iep van der Meer

Unimog Blue Tec 6

The new Unimog is here. The first vehicles of the Unimog BlueTec 6 generation with Euro VI engines and other key innovations launched this spring have now been delivered. The international specialist press has the opportunity to try out the new Unimog range and become familiar with different implement combinations at the testing ground in…Continue Reading

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Iveco Strator 8×4 for Whitehare Aggregates LTD

The Iveco Strator bonneted truck is sold all over Europe. Recently a new 8×4 was sold to Whitehare Aggregates LTD in Bassildon, England. The truck is a driving concrete installation, and in the movie is explained what job this special truck is doing. New is that the Strator also comes in Euro-6! For more details…Continue Reading

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Lamberet smart reefer on Solutrans

Lamberet is showing a new, smart reefer trailer at Solutrans in Lyon. The aerodynamic optimized trailer saves fuel, and a complete new air-distribution system inside provides a much better environment for the cargo. With this CX system Lamberet is taking the lead in the European discussion about an energy labelling system for trailers.  Continue Reading

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First Renault T in company livery

Today at Fiedler Transport in Germany the first Renault T-series was shown in company livery. The painted radiator grille makes a big difference, and this is looking good! In the next BIGtruck online magazine that is launched next Friday we have an exclusive story on a white T-series, check the link to read BIGtruck online…Continue Reading

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Thermo King SLXe -300 Whisper Pro

Thermo King has launched a new machine that produces only 65 Decibel. The new smart cool engine has a higher capacity and that makes it possible to switch to lower revs when the sound level has to drop even lower. That is being done automatically. When the trailer drives in to the city the software…Continue Reading

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Ginaf: 4 wheel steering in Dakar Rally

Ginaf has built complete new rallytrucks for the next Dakar rally. The trucks are lighter, lower and they have 4 wheel steering! Ginaf already had independent suspension on all four wheels and the rear axle is also steering. GInaf uses a VSE system for the steering rear axle. The benefit is that the truck is…Continue Reading

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Volvo Grobetrotter XXXL

Some time ago I posted a photo shopped new Volvo FH with an extended cab. Now I don’t know if that was the inspiration, but one is being built in Holland at this moment. These photo’s were taken today at Van Winkoop in Ermelo, Holland. The cab is lengthened with 60 cm and that is going…Continue Reading

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CR. England in USA partner of Trailer Tail

C.R. England, the world’s largest refrigerated trucking company, announced today that the company will begin deploying ATDynamics TrailerTail® technology.  After extensive fuel economy testing, the first 200 units will be deployed on new trailers this November. The deployment of TrailerTail® technology at C.R. England has the potential to reduce the company’s total diesel fuel consumption by more than…Continue Reading

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Iveco Strator Euro 6

  CFG, the south Netherlands dealergroup representing Iveco and manufacturer of the bonneted Iveco Strator, has announched the launch of the Euro 6 version of this special truck. The Euro 6 version will be launched at the Carrosserie Vakdagen in Venray, Netherlands, next week. Stay tuned for more news on the Strator!Continue Reading

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Bigtruck magazine editie 2 2025

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