Following the abolition of the driving licence paper counterpart on Monday (8 June 2105), transport managers and motorists could struggle to access driving licence details online.
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Recalls
The IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers) has revealed additional programme details for this year’s IRTE Conference, with a dual focus on profiting from technology and compliance.
Alternative Fuels
Mercedes-Benz used vans, which were previously marketed via Mercedes-Benz Used Commercial Vehicles (Vans and Trucks) at Wentworth Park, near Barnsley, are now back under Mercedes-Benz Vans UK.
Car Derived Vans
The first two of 1,000 swap containers being built for Hermes Transport Logistics have now been handed over by Krone to container leasing specialist Seaco International Leasing.
Trailers
Electric vehicle technology specialist Green MotorSport is preparing for its annual drive across Europe powered by solar energy in the World Advanced Vehicle Expedition (WAVE).
Electric Vehicles
Evolute Drives – sister company to Drive System Design (DSD) – is looking for investors to help commercialise its high-efficiency MSYS multi-speed transmission system.
Transmissions
Domestic appliances manufacturer Miele, which is moving over to Mercedes-Benz vans for its service technicians – has completed the first phase of its vehicle replacement programme.
Car Derived Vans
Cenin Cement has taken delivery of two Volvo FM 6x2 tractor units – the company’s first, having previously used a contract haulier.
Tankers
Jacqueline O’Donovan, managing director of London waste management specialist O’Donovan Waste Disposal, has won the Institute of Directors (IoD) Family Business Director of the Year award for London...
People
HGV operators can now get a new fuel card faster than ever, using an online application service, according to The Fuelcard People.
Driver / People Management
Industrial giant Siemens has commissioned a new fleet of 50 all-terrain Sprinter 4x4 vans from Mercedes-Benz dealer Midlands Truck & Van.
Off Roaders