Fleet telematics specialist Masternaut is to play host to the Safe From Harm awards, which recognise excellence in fleet management, safety, driver engagement and community impact.
Driver / People Management
Truck and van dashcam specialist SmartWitness is now working with fleet management firm Corcra to provide what the pair describe as an industry leading integrated telematics and camera product.
Driver / People Management
Sustainable transport charity Sustrans has confirmed Xavier Brice as its new chief executive, taking over from Malcolm Shepherd in June (2016).
People
Fleet managers’ interest in proactive tyre management programmes is growing as tyres become a larger part of costs, according to research by Chevin Fleet Solutions.
Tyres & Retreads
It would be “economically irresponsible”, if the Chancellor were to increase fuel duty in the March Budget, insists the FTA (Freight Transport Association).
Fleet Operating CostsFuel pre-filter heating may fail, due to damage caused by scorching on the relay and its connection. In extreme cases a fire could result. Recall vehicles likely to be affected and check the relay....
Recalls
ALE has taken delivery of 240 axle lines of the latest generation Scheuerle self propelled modular transporters (SPMTs), each with 60-tonne capacity and 15-inch tyres – making these the world’s...
Trailers
Semi-trailers specialist Krone has unveiled a two-axle building material trailer, which it describes as “robust and practically-orientated” to meet the needs of transportation in that industry.
Trailers
Phoenix Healthcare Distribution has taken delivery of its first wave of 92 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter panel vans.
Chassis Cabs
A move to low and zero-emission vehicles as “a colossal opportunity for Britain to play a leading part in an industrial revolution”.
Alternative Fuels
Food and drink logistics operator Culina has won the FTA (Freight Transport Association) Tachofta compliance award for the third year running.
Driver / People Management
Artisan desserts manufacturer CDT Sidoli’s latest fleet of 13.4 metre Chereau refrigerated trailers was specified with Seven Telematics’ Cool Track remote temperature system for all dual-compartment...
Telematics