Matthew Kibble Transport has taken delivery of its first Mercedes New Actros for evaluation against other marques – and is already reporting best fuel performance.
Tractor Units
Mercedes dealer City West Commercials has launched 24-hour servicing at its Avonmouth depot.
Dealerships
Formula 1 team Scuderia Ferrari has taken delivery of three Iveco Stralis Hi-Way tractors, expanding an existing fleet of Iveco vehicles operated by the team.
Tractor Units
Haulage firm Harris Transport has specified Jost's sliding fifth wheel and FleetMaster handle for its latest truck, a DAF XF105, to boost speed and safety on vehicle turnarounds.
Couplings
Haulage and logistics operator Tyson H Burridge is reporting faster and more flexible loading, thanks to the introduction of Krone's Multi Lock load securing system on new curtainsiders.
Load Restraints
Hope Construction Materials has invested £3.6 million in 36 8x4 Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz Arocs mixers – the first vehicles of this type to enter service in the UK.
Concrete Mixers
The Bristol Beer Factory has taken delivery of a 7.5-tonne Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid to save on fuel and emissions while delivering its ales to customers.
Green Vehicles
Tyre manufacturer Giti Tire has secured its first European deals for original equipment fitments with vehicle manufacturers, including one with Peugeot Citroen for the Peugeot Partner and Citroen...
Tyres & Retreads
Two commercial vehicle manufacturers picked up prizes at the Auto Express awards earlier this week.
Light Commercial Vehicles
A new streamlined Type Approval process could save bodybuilders and converters more than £10 million a year, according to the Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Standards & Practices
British Gas has awarded a contract to ATS Euromaster to fit and service tyres across its 13,000-strong van fleet.
Tyres & Retreads
Visitors to this year's Commercial Vehicle Show were up in numbers and in quality, according to independent audit figures and testimonials from exhibitors.
CV Show