News

Safety first, from North West Trucks DAF and Woodwards

A digital truck safety system that alerts drivers to cyclists, pedestrians and other obstacles has been developed by North West Trucks DAF, and Woodwards Trucks and Van Centre in association with X Vision Safety Systems.

Road Safety
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Hodgson & Hodgson selects more Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Hodgson & Hodgson has taken delivery of three 7.5-tonne Mercedes-Benz Atego 818s and a 3.5-tonne Sprinter 313CDI van.

Rigids
News

Two new bulk food powder tankers join Clugston fleet

Clugston Distribution Services has taken delivery of two new Spitzer Eurovac bulk powder tankers costing £130,000.

Tankers
News

First of the irtec trailer technicians now accredited

The IRTE-pioneered licensing scheme irtec has now been extended to include a route for heavy vehicle trailer technicians – the first accreditation of its kind in the trailer industry.

Continuing Professional Development
News

Ian Craig (Haulage) builds up fleet with first Renault trucks

Scottish road transport services provider Ian Craig (Haulage) has taken delivery of seven new Renault Premium 460.25 6x2 tag axle tractor units and one new Renault Premium Lander 460.26 6x2 tag axle rigid chassis, with rear mounted crane.

Rigids
News

Demand exceeds supply for commercial vehicle technicians

Recruiting commercial vehicle technicians is currently one of the biggest headaches for dealerships, according to motor industry specialist jobco-op.

Irtec
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J Clarke’s new Mercedes-Benz models enter service

J Clarke Transport has taken delivery of its first new Mercedes-Benz trucks – and the Staffordshire truck and trailer rental outfit already has them working on a recently won contract with a leading supermarket group.

Heavy Goods Vehicles
News

Firow expands truck fleet with extra DAF CFs and LFs

Recent deliveries to Firow bring the number of DAF trucks supplied to the Cheshire firm so far this year to no fewer than 90.

Heavy Goods Vehicles
News

Double drive Volvo FH leads to costs savings for Welsh operator

A new Volvo FH 6x4 tractor unit operated by SJ Archer and Sons is already showing reduced operating costs, according to the ocompany.

Heavy Goods Vehicles
Jobs

WORKSHOP MANAGER & HGV TECHNICIANS

Riverside Truck Rental Ltd are a national company within the truck rental and contract hire industry. Due to further expansion within our maintenance division we are pleased to announce that the following positions have become available.

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Jobs

DEPUTY FACULTY HEAD – MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINEERING

Can you demonstrate effective leadership and resource management skills? Can you build robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders? Have you the ability to promote and enhance quality standards and business growth?

People
Jobs

FULL TIME LECTURER – MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINEERING

The College is looking for a qualified motor vehicle engineer to teach and assess young people and adults both at our Coalville Campus and in the workplace

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