There will soon be even more all-electric commercial vehicles on the market, which means more decisions for operators. John Challen looks at some of the vehicles and their pros and cons
Electric Vehicles
John Challen travels to Lyon, France, to witness the June unveiling of Renault Trucks' latest and greatest truck range, now at Euro 6
Rigids
Wheel security is a perennial and frightening problem that seems to divide operators – between those in denial and the rest who believe they're taking it seriously. Steve Banner and Brian Tinham examine the issues
Wheel Security
VOSA has launched a new guide for recovery operations, following what the agency describes as "recognition of the need for further clarification around the complex legislation relating to operating recovery vehicles".
Road LegalHighlands meat supplier Millers of Speyside is still specifying Gray & Adams bodies for its transport requirements – making the point that when beef cuts weigh 75kg and are suspended on roof hooks, you need to know the truck can take it.
Rigids
Nixon Hire's has bought five new 3.5-tonne Fuso Canter 3C13 trucks in a bid to boost flexibility and tackle a wider range of jobs.
Rigids
The IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) says it is improving its membership benefits for automotive technicians and trainers, following a partnership deal with Auto Industry Consulting.
Continuing Professional Development
Light weighting, battery electric and most hybrids technologies – including stop-start, mild, diesel electric, mechanical flywheel and hydraulic – can not only cut carbon emissions from buses but also provide short-term payback at current fuel prices and subsidy levels.
Electric Vehicles
The logistics team at Booths Supermarkets says operators could reduce fuel bills by 5%, with some seeing as much as 19% cuts, bu using low-cost telematics.
Telematics
All new Citroën LCVs registered from 1 July 2013 can now be specified with a new 'Upgrade to Business Class' package.
Car Derived Vans
Days Contract Hire has teamed with Michelin to give away safety kits worth eur50 to its fleet drivers, their friends and family members when they purchase two or more Michelin car, van or 4x4 tyres.
Tyres & Retreads
Aebi Schmidt's Swingo 200 street cleaning vehicles are to have Hankook's Vantra LT tyres fitted as original equipment.
Tyres & Retreads