British technology firm Aeristech says it has entered into technical and commercial validation activities aimed at developing its 48V next generation electric booster, following durability and...
Engine/Transmission Management
Will Whitehorn (pictured), director of Stagecoach Group, is the new president of CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport), having been inaugurated on 20 May 2016. He has been a...
People
So what’s involved in re-engineering trucks to meet the requirements of the emerging CLOCS standard? Brian Tinham talks to low-entry cab specialist Dennis Eagle
Bodywork
Engine brake technology has seen little change in recent years. However, with its revolutionary two-stroke compression brake design, Jacobs Vehicle Systems is rewriting the rules. Brian Tinham...
Braking Systems
With ongoing claims of reduced tyre and fuel costs, as well as improved performance for the latest tyre generations, Brian Tinham reviews the role of tyre husbandry
Continuing Professional Development
Parker Hannifin’s Racor Filter division has updated its ‘Spare Parts Catalogue & Applications Guide’, which covers replacement filters and spares for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
Engines & Engine Parts
Voith Industrial Services’ new multi-million pound wheel and tyre assembly plant in Coventry – said to be the most technically advanced in the UK – will be officially opened this September (2016).
Tyres & Retreads
Mercedes-Benz’s Econic has won the Pro-cycling Business of the Year Award in the 2016 London Cycling series at the Spin Festival bike event – held at the Old Truman Brewery complex in the East End –...
Municipal Vehicles
Temperature controlled transport firm Dale Brothers UK has added 10 new DAF tractor units to its 65-strong fleet, again using Enterprise Flex-E-Rent to assist with the acquisition.
Finance & Leasing
Asda has extended its partnership with Mercedes-Benz Vans, with dealer Rygor opening the supermarket’s first dedicated managed workshop, at its site in Heston, West London.
Repair & Maintenance
More than 23,000 drivers have now attended SUD (safe urban driving) courses organised by FORS (Fleet Operator recognition Scheme), while over 43,000 have trained on key aspects of driver safety and...
Driver / People Management
Business relocation specialist Harrow Green’s 80-strong fleet has been boosted by the arrival of a mix of 40 trucks, light commercial vehicles and minibuses under five-year full service contract hire...
Finance & Leasing