Braking systems giant Knorr-Bremse is to enter the commercial vehicles telematics market in Europe, following a partnership deal signed with Microlise.
Telematics
Mercedes-Benz has launched own-branded digital tachographs for all Mercedes trucks following an agreement concluded with Stoneridge last April (2016).
Tachometers
CSL Transport has taken delivery of seven 44-tonne Range T520 6x2 tractors following what it describes as impressive fuel consumption figures and good driver feedback.
Tractor Units
New micro-turbine technology aimed at helping electric vehicles match petrol or diesel-powered equivalents. In terms of range was launched at the CENEX LCV 2016 (low carbon vehicle) event yesterday...
Electric Vehicles
Specialist plant and equipment supplier CRH Plant has added two new Andover Trailers plant bodies, both mounted on 32-tonne Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3240L 8x2 rear-steer chassis, to its existing 25-plus...
Rigids
Scania won the Heavy Duty Manufacturer of the Year trophy at the 2016 Low Carbon Champions Awards – the second year it has taken LowCVP’s top prize.
Green VehiclesEuropean bus transmissions specialist Voith Turbo UK has appointed Majorsell as sole distributor of its air compressors to the truck and bus aftermarket in the UK and Ireland.
Engines & Engine Parts
GKN Driveline’s new electric drive system for plug-in hybrid vehicles is due to start production in 2019 with an unnamed European vehicle manufacturer.
Alternative Fuels
Isuzu Truck has appointed TruckEast, at Corby, just off the A14, as its service and parts dealer for Northamptonshire.
Dealerships
ZF has increased its offer price for the acquisition of Haldex to SEK 110 per share in cash – matching last week’s (6 September 2016) counter bid for the company by Knorr-Bremse.
Brakes & Braking Systems
Cenex-LCV2016, the annual national low carbon vehicle event, opened its doors today (14 September 2016) at Millbrook, delivering what’s claimed to be the largest such technology exhibition to date.
Alternative FuelsMillbrook says it is offering the CENEX LCV 2016 low carbon vehicle event visitors the chance to witness a live vehicle crash test on its new roll over facility.
Corporate Liability