A revised EU directive on the weights and dimension of trucks has been welcomed by the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), which is describing it as "a unique opportunity" to cut...
European Commission
A 40-foot (60-metre) electric bus has successfully completed the US Federal Transit Administration's (FTA's) new model bus testing programme at the Altoona Bus Research and Testing Center.
Electric Vehicles
Citroën has announced the pricing for its new Relay range, allowing orders to be placed prior to the 1 July 'on sale' date.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Tautliner and bulk haulage specialist Cooper Buckley has taken delivery of three Euro 6 MAN TGX 26.480BLS 6x2 tractor units, with a further vehicle on option for delivery later in the year.
Tractor Units
Roofing supplier Donaldson Timber Engineering has awarded a five-year contract to Alltruck to manage the transport operation for its Ilkeston, Derbyshire depot.
Driver / People Management
Haulier Ross Garrett Transport has taken delivery of three Euro 6 Volvo 6x2 tractors, the first Volvo trucks to go into operation in the family-owned company for 20 years.
Tractor Units
Commercial vehicle contract hire firm Burnt Tree has opened a new 2-acre 'super site' in Leeds.
Finance & Leasing
Commercial vehicle hire and fleet management business Prohire is investing a further £1 million to boost its rental fleet with 35 more vehicles.
Finance & Leasing
Volvo Truck and Bus East Anglia has specified a Stertil Koni Skylift for the wash bay at its new £6m facility in Wellingborough.
Lifting Equipment
Tipping equipment manufacturer Edbro has launched a new version of its CS18 cylinder, which is 25kg lighter than the previous model and, says the company, offers increased capacity of more than one...
Tipping Gear
Trailer manufacturer Paneltex Martrans has developed a new walking floor trailer, which can carry up to 40% more payload than typical eight-wheel tippers.
Trailers
Parcel delivery firm AJG Parcels has acquired 30 Volkswagen Crafter vans, as part of an upgrade of its fleet.
Light Commercial Vehicles