Fifth wheel couplings manufacturer Jost says it will now be equipping its JSK 37CW and JSK 42W low-maintenance units with LubeTronic automatic lubrication systems for the lock jaw as standard.
Fifth Wheels
JCB's Ecomax T4 4.4-litre engine is the first production unit to feature Ricardo's advanced, low particulate 'twin vortex combustion system' technology, developed with JCB.
Electric vehicle manufacturer Aixam Mega used the CV Operator Show to introduce a new ac motor drivetrain for its all electric Mega Multitruck vans and tippers.
Electric Vehicles
US operator Penske says it has ordered 600 Volvo VN670 tractors for their near-zero regulated emissions and improved fuel economy.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Having secured the contract for Marks and Spencer Home Delivery last year, Wincanton says it has been using Microlise's Fleet & Distribution system to manage delivery operations and meet service...
Telematics
JK Environmental has installed a set of six S6ng 7.5 tonne heavy duty mobile column lifts, from Somerstotalkare, at its the Hertfordshire depot.
Lifting Equipment
An ingenious electronic daily walk-around check system, launched by Truckfile at the CV Operator Show, has been proving itself at LBS Builders Merchants in Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire.
Driver / People Management
The joint venture between Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall Group and MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG is now up and running, following approval by European competition authorities.
Off Roaders
Axone Smart, from diagnostics firm Texa, is a new generation tool that replaces Axone 2000 for LCVs and cars, for hard wired connection.
Diagnostic EquipmentA batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system, the relays of which may not be to specification and so could fail, potentially resuting in wiring loom damage and...
Recalls
Chilled dairy foods firm Dairy Crest is giving the thumbs up to Castell's interlocking drive-away prevention system that protects loading bay personnel.
Health & Safety Legislation
With the UK Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid truck trials now 18 months in, and at the half way mark, Mercedes and the eight operators involved have released what they see as encouraging results. Brian Tinham...
Alternative Fuels