Go South Coast, part of the Go Ahead Group, has taken delivery of 36 new Volvo Euro 5 B7RLE buses with Wrightbus Eclipse 2 bodywork.
Bus & CoachShetland Transport has taken delivery of its latest batch of temperature-controlled Gray & Adams trailers, all incorporating special measures and uprated componentry designed to increase rigidity for...
Trailers
An apprentice mechanic from First Aberdeen has been named First Bus Apprentice of the Year 2012.
Apprenticeships
Bibby Distribution is investing more than £8 million in its vehicle fleet this year, replacing life-expired equipment as well as transforming vehicles to its new livery across all network trailers.
Trailers
The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) says it is very happy with the progress of its 'Testing Transformation' programme.
VOSA Testing
Recent claims might cause some operators to be concerned about certain 'improvements' on wheels for trailers and trucks. John Challen checks out the story so far, and also highlights useful security...
Tyres & Retreads
"Our trucks operate in one of the most arduous sectors of the whole road transport industry. Downtime is very expensive. So why would I not want HyvaCare to provide service cover for my skiploaders?" ...
Tippers
The number of electric vehicle options for operators continues to grow, albeit still at the light, rather than heavy-duty end of the spectrum. John Challen highlights some of the most recent...
Electric Vehicles
TNT is to be the first express delivery company to trial new longer trailers on UK roads as part of its daily operations.
Engine/Transmission Management
Oerlikon Graziano has developed a family of synchronisers for heavy duty truck transmissions that is said to set new standards for fuel efficiency and ease of shifting.
Gearboxes
Daimler Truck Group has announced the launch of a factory-built EcoHybrid Fuso Canter.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Competition was fierce last week when S&B Automotive Academy in Bristol hosted the IRTE Skills Challenge 2012.
Continuing Professional Development