SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) has confirmed Michael Hawes as its new Chief Executive, joining in the early Autumn.
People
MT Barnsley (Chippenham) has taken delivery of the first of a pair of Volvo's top of the range new FH tractor units – and is ringing up two lots of lucky 13s.
Tractor Units
The recent IRTE, FTA, IMechE forum on developing truck technicians for the future also revealed challenges for the here and now. Brian Tinham reports
Continuing Professional Development
Lubricants are not all manufactured equal. With today's emissions-busting heavy-duty diesels, they must be crafted to meet tight performance criteria. Brian Tinham reports
Lubricants & Systems
Widdowson Group has ordered 21 Iveco Stralis Hi-Road (AT440S46TX/P) high-roof 6x2 twin-steer tractor units, all equipped with the EEV-rated FPT Industrial 10.3-litre Cursor 10 460bhp engine, matched...
Tractor Units
Schmitz Cargobull is appearing for the first time at Tip-Ex, Harrogate, today (31 May 2013) and launching its first sliding-floor trailers alongside newly introduced German tipper trailers.
TippersExxonMobil has reformulated its synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil Mobil Delvac 1 LE 5W/30, claiming that commercial vehicle operators can not only optimise engine performance but also improve...
Lubricants & Systems
Building materials firm Cemex UK is reporting better fuelling information at its Dove Holes quarry in the Peak District, following installation of a bespoke Cameron Forecourt fuel management system.
Fleet Operating Costs
As it prepares to unveil its latest tractor unit range, Renault Trucks says it has deployed "significant resources" to offer its customers vehicles with a high level of reliability.
Tractor Units
South Wales operator Hicks Logistics has returned to Mercedes-Benz trucks after more than two decades of operating rival manufacturers' models, attracted by the New Actros' fuel savings.
Tractor Units
Hi-Way Components, based in Oldham, has been appointed distributor for the SAF-Holland parts range for commercial trailers and semi-trailers in the UK.
Axles
Birmingham-based national lifting equipment specialist Lloyds British Testing says it expects to save £250,000 a year as a result of a root and branch review of its fleet of more than 90 commercial...
Car Derived Vans