More operators are approaching Brigade Electronics to fit offside cameras to their vehicles, in a move to boost safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
Road Safety
Wheel security business Disc-Lock Europe will be exhibiting the Disc-Lock safety wheel nut at the forthcoming Commercial Vehicle Show (14-16 April, NEC, Birmingham).
Wheel Security
Humberside Tail Lifts is marking its 25th anniversary with a return to the Commercial Vehicle Show (14-16 April, NEC, Birmingham), where it will be promoting its Parts-4-Tail-Lifts brand.
Tail Lifts
Dunlop has launched a 17.5-inch version of its SP 344* truck steer tyre, which, it says, will deliver improved fleet efficiency for regional transport operators.
Tyres & Retreads
As many as 50% of van fleets are fitting mid-range rather than premium tyres, according to Kwik Fit.
Tyres & Retreads
Scottish coach operator Wilson’s of Rhu has ordered its first two vehicles from Wrightbus – an 8.8m and a 9.5m StreetLite – with assistance from Transport for Scotland’s Green Bus Fund.
Bus & Coach
Michelin Solutions is launching a new pence-per-kilometre (PPK) tyre management contract, which includes a guarantee on fuel savings – said to be the first of its kind in the industry.
Tyres & Retreads
Two AdBlue suppliers have announced their plans for exhibiting at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show (14-16 April, NEC, Birmingham).
Euro 6
Grab loader business Fleetwood Grab Services has taken delivery of a 32-tonne Renault Range C, the fourth generation Renault truck to join its six-strong fleet.
Rigids
West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) has taken delivery of the first 40 vehicles from a 101-strong order from Fiat for frontline ambulances built around the Ducato Maxi van.
Emergency Service Vehicles
Gateshead Central Taxis has taken delivery of five Optare Solos for its first service bus fleet.
Bus & Coach
Airport and highway maintenance contractor Allied Infrastructure Management is reporting greater efficiency and reliability since fitting an Allison 1000 Series automatic transmission into one of its...
Engine/Transmission Management