John Challen

News

Volvo’s Worldtrucker website launches in the UK

In a move that will offer truckers more communication options, Volvo has revealed a UK-specific version of its Worldtrucker website.

Driver / People Management
Product Launches

New Transit Tipper offers operators weight advantages

Boasting improved payload, a lower loading height and reduced maintenance, Ford has unveiled the latest version of its Transit Tipper, the so-called One Stop Shop.

Light Commercial Vehicles
Product Launches

Inclinometer could prevent tipper accidents

Hydraulic truck tipping hoists supplier Edbro says its inclinometer drastically reduces the risk of accidents during tipping, for both rigid trucks and trailers.

Tippers
Features

People news for September 2010

Modec has appointed former head of Iveco, Chris Thorneycroft-Smith, to the board. Thorneycroft-Smith, who joined Iveco from Leyland DAF in 1993, held a number of positions in the company, including...

People
Features

Electric drives

Are electric vans really a threat to traditional diesel-powered units? As two manufacturers reveal more about their plans for battery-driven vehicles, John Challen samples the potential competition

Electric Vehicles
Product Launches

Vehicle tracking app arrives for Apple iPhone

Masternaut Three X has launched a vehicle tracking service for the iPhone and iPad that provides a real-time link to operational information for mobile fleet managers and technicians.

Telematics
News

Euro 5 Fuso Canters dig in for Gallagher

Citing the benefits of a low loading height, utilities contractor T&K Gallagher has invested in 13 Fuso Canter light trucks.

Light Commercial Vehicles
News

Axor investment key to A&L’s new recycling centre

Having spent close to £10 million on a new recycling centre, Asset & Land Management has now invested in six Mercedes-Benz Axors to operate six days a week on the site.

Municipal Vehicles
News

FTA urges restraint with transport infrastructure cuts

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging continued investment in transport infrastructure projects, in the face of the impending government's spending review.

Routing
News

FM’s price is right for Bagnall and Morris

Bagnall and Morris has added a Volvo FM to its fleet, with price and dealer support the deciding factors, according to the waste management company.

Tippers
News

Roger Dyson Hydraloader boosts Robert Brownlie fleet

The arrival of another Hydraloader 5000SLa brings the number of Dyson vehicles on Robert Brownlie's fleet to seven.

Car Transporters
News

New motoring safety product launched for hauliers

A new product to help hauliers keep to the correct side of the road when driving overseas has been launched by Wallace Cameron.

Health & Safety Legislation