Volvo Trucks has announced that operators can now benefit from fuel savings of up to 5%, thanks to upgrades to its FM, FMX, FH and FH16 models – delivered via engine efficiency and aerodynamic...
Engine/Transmission Management
Citroen has announced that the new Citroen Dispatch will make its world premiere at the Commercial Vehicle Show later this month (NEC, Birmingham; 26-28 April).
Light Commercial Vehicles
DAF dealership Ford & Slater says it has been able to speed up PDI inspections at its Leicester depot, since installing a set of Stertil Koni’s wireless mobile column lifts.
Lifting Equipment
JL Priestley Bulk Services has expanded its fleet with five new Renault vehicles – three 44-tonne Range T tractors and two 32-tonne Range C 8x4s.
Rigids
Demand for light commercial vehicles continued to increase last month, with registrations of 63,913 units – a rise of 3.3%, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and...
Light Commercial Vehicles
Cement and bitumen product manufacturer Instarmac has taken delivery of its first artic, a MAN TGX, following positive experience and driver feedback from five TGS vehicles acquired last year.
Tractor Units
MAN Truck & Bus has announced that one of its platoon prototypes – consisting of two MAN TGX 18480 semi-trailer tractors – has made its way from Munich to Rotterdam, arriving this week on Wednesday (6...
Tractor Units
Ahern Waste Management & Recycling Services has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz vehicle, a 26-tonne Antos, after hearing positive reports about fuel efficiency and reliability.
Rigids
Microlise has released an upgrade for its Fleet Performance telematics product, enabling operators to produce reports for alternative and dual-fuel vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
Several more exhibitors have released details of their plans for the Commercial Vehicle Show later this month (NEC, Birmingham; 26-28 April), including trailer maker Cartwright which will be creating...
Tyres & Retreads
DAF dealership F&G Commercials has opened a new 5.2-acre site in Trafford Park, Manchester, following its recent acquisition of the Chatfields Manchester DAF business.
Dealerships
Longthorne of Hebden has taken delivery of three Volvo FH 6x2 tractor units and two FM 8x4 rigids, chosen, it says, for driver appeal, truck features and dealer service capability.
Rigids