Iveco has enhanced its parts support in the UK and Ireland, delivering what parts and services director David Power believes is a "truly world-class aftersales service".
Belts & Chains
Carrier Transicold has extended its range of refrigeration systems with the launch of the Supra City – a PIEK (Dutch quiet vehicles scheme) compliant version of its Supra for rigid trucks.
Refrigeration
Kent-based tour operator Planit Travel has recently taken delivery of its third Volvo coach in the space of 12 months – a Volvo 9700 Prestige Plus.
Bus & Coach
TIP Trailer Services has added a further six new Renault Master mobile service units (MSUs), along with six more technicians, to its nationwide network, covering the UK and Ireland.
Panel Vans
Iveco has developed a range of new service tools and support packages that it says will help the firm deliver all-round support to commercial vehicle operators nationwide.
Diagnostic Equipment
As of 29 October 2012, trailer manufacturers and dealers must seek permission to supply consents from VOSA (the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) for large goods trailers and semi-trailers before they can enter service.
Whole Vehicle Type Approval
Deeside-based steel haulier Sunhill Transport has taken its first delivery of coil carriers from Krone Trailers UK which, says the company, are providing greater loading flexibility and better opportunities for European work.
Trailers
Eddie Stobart is putting two Iveco EcoStralis tractor units to the test, saying that it will be monitoring their performance closely over the coming months.
Green Vehicles
Continental's aftermarket business is taking over Devizes-based diagnostics specialist Omitec Group.
Tyres & Retreads
A new fuel installation and web-based management system are helping Malvern Hills District Council to keep tighter control on fuel supplies and achieve greater efficiencies.
Social / Corporate Responsibility
Iveco has invested £1 million in developing a high-tech training school for use by dealers and operators from across the UK and Ireland.
Apprenticeships
Scottish home improvement company CR Smith has placed an order for 22 Long-bodied Sprinter 313CDIs, all supplied by Aberdeen dealer John R Weir Truck & Van.
Panel Vans