Two driver-trainers from transport and distribution business Fowler Welch have completed a two-week placement at a Transaid charity project in Tanzania, describing it as an “experience of a lifetime”.
Road Safety
Hull-based Ashcourt Group has taken delivery of two 18-tonne Volvo FL skiploaders, equipped with the latest version of Harsh’s radio-controlled skiploader units.
Lifting Equipment
ZF Aftermarket has announced that it is now using powder adhesive technology in its TRW-branded brake pads, instead of organic solvents.
Brakes & Braking Systems
The London Borough of Harrow has upgraded the cameras on its 100-strong fleet of waste, recycling and cleansing vehicles, switching to the RX3 360˚ camera system from Innovative Safety Systems (ISS).
Telematics
Bus maker Mellor has released a new web-based calculating tool to provide operators with a cost of ownership analysis for the Strata vehicle.
Fleet Operating Costs
Construction and engineering contractor Kilnbridge has replaced its entire fleet with 22 Mercedes-Benz vehicles from three model lines, citing safety features and fuel performance as key reasons for...
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Bibby Distribution says it has boosted fuel efficiency by 10% in three months on its contract for conservatory supplier Ultraframe, since taking delivery of eight new Renault Range T tractors.
Tractor Units
Fusion Processing has announced that its Cavstar sensing and control system will be used in the HelmUK advanced platooning trial, the first real-world operational trial of platooning vehicles on UK...
Driver Assistance Systems
Giti Tire has launched its next generation, all-position urban bus tyre – the Giti GAU867v1.
Tyres & Retreads
Shellfish supplier Keltic Seafare has implemented a telematics solution from Kinesis, citing ease of use and cost as reasons for replacing its existing “clunky” tracking system.
Telematics
Tiger Trailers has selected Xlite aluminium wheels as the OE fitment for its new lightweight, tri-axle clearspan curtainsider trailer.
Wheels / Wheel fixings / Trims
Isuzu Truck UK has expanded its dealership network in the North West with the appointment of JDS Trucks.
Dealerships