Nissan's recent launch of the NV400 spells a new era for the company's LCVs in the UK – and hence Nissan's presence at the upcoming CV Show (24—26 April 2012, at the NEC).
Flatbed
Isuzu Truck UK has added Ring Road Garage as its new parts and service dealer in Buckingham.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Carrier Transicold has introduced a compulsory new course in higher-voltage electrics for its service engineers, focusing on safety when working with, and around, high-voltage refrigeration electrics....
Continuing Professional Development
A new retread tyre, dubbed GT REE Tread from GT Radial, is due to be unveiled at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2012.
Tyres & Retreads
Mercedes-Benz has retained the contract to supply tools and equipment hire firm HSS Hire with its fleet of commercial vans.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Fiat Professional is increasing the number of New Fiat Ducato versions that can be equipped with the Comfort-Matic six-speed robotised gearbox.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Cement supplier Hanson Cement has taken delivery of six Renault Premium 460.25 6x2 tractor units, fitted with Privilege cabs.
Tractor Units
Four weeks into a five-week trial, Reading Transport has said its CNG-powered MAN EcoCity bus demonstrator makes a "perfectly feasible" proposition on its urban-intensive Reading Buses operation.
Alternative Fuels
Transport Engineer picks some of the highlights to be seen at the CV Show 2012, coming to the NEC, Birmingham on 24, 25 and 26 April
TelematicsDr Carsten Intra has succeeded Lars Wrebo as director, production and logistics at MAN Truck and Bus.
PeopleTwo years after their launch, and with numbers approaching 200, ATFs (Authorised Testing Facilities) are performing well, but with room for improvement.
Aerodynamics
Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) has confirmed 50.3% in well-to-wheel greenhouse gas emissions savings from running a biomethane-powered Iveco Stralis rigid, compared to its equivalent diesel Stralis...
Alternative Fuels