The Logistics Carbon Review 2013, which provides a state of the nation for the Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS), now in its third year, suggests the freight industry is cutting carbon emissions.
Green Vehicles
Schmitz Cargobull is appearing for the first time at Tip-Ex, Harrogate, today (31 May 2013) and launching its first sliding-floor trailers alongside newly introduced German tipper trailers.
Tippers
Hook-loader manufacturer Boughton Engineering has been selected Volvo Trucks as one of its preferred bodybuilders for the new 'ready-equipped' stock scheme for dealerships.
Municipal Vehicles
Bus operators across Europe are cutting vehicle maintenance costs through the use of Europart's EWOS 'intelligent' spares online ordering system, according to the company.
Suspensions
Spring 2014 will signify the introduction of Volvo trucks powered by a 16-litre Euro 6 engine, and the availability of the company's 13-litre engine with the I-Torque driveline.
Emissions Control
Stagecoach has confirmed that it is to make a multi-million pound investment in dozens of hybrid electric and biomethane gas buses for its operations in Manchester and Sunderland.
Bus & Coach
Tipper manufacturer Weightlifter/PPG is hoping to impress the strength, durability and light weight of its products at the Tip-ex show in Harrogate today (30 May 2013).
Tippers
Operating a mixed fleet of over 450 vehicles Stagecoach's businesses in the south east continues to grow.
PeopleExxonMobil has reformulated its synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil Mobil Delvac 1 LE 5W/30, claiming that commercial vehicle operators can not only optimise engine performance but also improve fuel economy.
Lubricants & Systems
As part of its effort to raises safety standards in logistics, FTA (the Freight Transport Association) is now offering the world's first satellite navigation system incorporating an HGV cyclist alert system.
Road Safety
Kerr's Tyres has taken delivery of its fifth new Mercedes-Benz Long-bodied Sprinter 313 CDI this year.
Panel Vans
Building materials firm Cemex UK is reporting better fuelling information at its Dove Holes quarry in the Peak District, following installation of a bespoke Cameron Forecourt fuel management system.
Fleet Operating Costs