Turf and topsoil supplier Paynes Turf has implemented Verilocation’s real-time GPS tracking system across its seven-strong delivery fleet to ensure new turfs can be delivered in prime condition and...
Telematics
Haulier Olivers Transport has achieved a new record mileage of 362,689km on a set of Michelin X MultiWay 3D XDE drive tyres – beating its previous best by more than 60,000km.
Tyres & Retreads
Knapen Trailers is launching a new moving floor which, it claims, has outperformed a rival in tests and sets a new benchmark for durability.
Trailers
Dutch transport operator Westdijk has taken delivery of six semi-trailers from Faymonville in the past year for its Swedish operation, one of five across Europe.
Semi-Trailers
Volvo Trucks has announced that its independent front suspension (IFS) can now be specified in combination with Volvo Dynamic Steering on the Volvo FH and Volvo FH16 models.
Suspensions
Telematics provider Masternaut is developing a database of OEM fuel economy figures, which it says will result in “the most accurate source of real-world data sets” on the market.
Telematics
Tipper bodybuilder Aliweld has invested in its own Axtec dynamic axle weighbridge, to save time and money achieving European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its vehicles.
Whole Vehicle Type Approval
Professor Richard Wilding OBE FCILT is the new chairman of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
People
The Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE) is calling for more reliable testing and stricter legislation of diesel-powered vehicles, following Lord Drayson’s recent criticism of Britain’s use of...
Emissions
Go Ahead London received the keys to the first of a 39-vehicle order of Volvo B5LH Euro 6 hybrid double-deck buses earlier this week, at Coach & Bus Live (NEC, 30 September – 1 October).
Bus & Coach
Contract haulage business Gerrards of Swinton has taken delivery of seven 32-tonne Renault Range C430 8-wheel tippers.
Tippers
Deeset Logistics has ordered 11 tri-axle van trailers from Tiger Trailers, following delivery earlier this year of five step frame van trailers from the manufacturer.
Trailers