Transport and warehousing business McGregor Logistics is reporting fuel economy benefits and lower maintenance costs after switching from a used truck policy to new DAF vehicles.
Rigids
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has simplified its online facility for bus and coach operators to report serious collisions or incidents.
Road Safety
Public mobility provider ViaVan has launched a fully electric fleet for on-demand shared rides in Milton Keynes, said to be the UK’s first.
Electric Vehicles
Texaco has announced that its synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil, Texaco Delo 400 XSP-SD - SAE 5W-30, is now approved Mercedes-Benz.
Lubricants & Systems
VisionTrack is providing telematics technology for HelmUK, the UK’s first on-road truck platooning trial.
Telematics
Gist has taken delivery of 21 new trailers, built by Gray & Adams and equipped with BPW running gear, continuing a 20-year relationship with the two suppliers.
Telematics
With Brexit negotiations still unresolved, the UK’s senior traffic commissioner is planning to temporarily amend the financial standing limits for operators.
O Licence
Bamford Bus Company has acquired the business and assets of Ballymena-based Wrightbus, which went into administration in September with the loss of 1,200 jobs.
Bus & Coach
Transportation and shipping firm A2B-online Transport has taken delivery of 30 new DAF XF tractors, supplied by contract hire business Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
Gary Masterman of Earl Transport represented the UK in the international final of Optifuel Challenge, Renault Trucks’ eco-efficient driving competition, which took place in Lyon, France on 16 October.
Driver / People Management
Riverside Truck Rental has entered into the refrigerated truck rental market, specifying Carrier Transicold equipment for all 18 of its new vehicles.
Finance & Leasing
Giti Tire has added to its three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) range for the 2019/20 winter season, bringing the total number of options to 23.
Tyres & Retreads