The UK’s first dedicated Euro 6 gas-powered Scania tractor unit has now entered service with retail giant Argos, with four more being commissioned later this month.
Alternative Fuels
Commercial vehicle registrations grew 19.5% overall in February, with 40,491 vehicles registered year to date, according to latest figures released by the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and...
Sales Figures
Haulier BM Stafford has taken delivery of three new Mercedes-Benz Antos 1824 18-tonne rigids for its Houghton le Spring-based Palletforce contract as well as other work.
Rigids
Fleet services support firm Fleet Source has launched a work related road risk (WRRR) course for HGV drivers, aimed at meet the rising demand from the construction industry for approved, nation-wide...
Driver CPC
Latest news on the run up to next month’s big CV Show (14—16 April 2015, NEC, Birmingham) comes from Isuzu Truck, Cartwright, O&H Conversions, Michelin Solutions, Disc-Lock and RL Automotive.
Tyres & Retreads
Mahle is to acquire the thermal business of Delphi Automotive in a move aimed at strengthening its position in automotive thermal management.
Engine/Transmission Management
Hankook Tyre UK will be hosting HRH the Princess Royal at an upcoming Aviva Premiership Rugby match between Northampton Saints and Saracens, being played at stadiumMK in Milton Keynes in April.
Tyres & Retreads
Nearly half (47%) of commercial vehicle drivers are held up by RTCs (road traffic accidents) on a monthly basis, with 44% delayed by 30—60 minutes, leading 40% to feel under pressure to make up time...
Driver / People Management
Ryder has supplied a 20-vehicle mixed fleet of DAF and Mercedes-Benz trucks and vans on contract hire to Evans Cycles to support new store openings across the country.
Rigids
Carlsberg UK has placed an £11.7 million order with DAF for 98 new trucks for its in-house national distribution service.
Rigids
East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) says that, thanks to Volkswagen Group Emergency Services, people who need medical help beyond the reach of conventional vehicles will now be served by a special...
Emergency Service Vehicles
Leeds City Council says the GT Radial Maxmiler Pro – which is aimed at the growing heavy-duty, high-speed van market – has proven its worth, with a solid trial performance
Tyres & Retreads