Just as prices at the pumps start teetering back towards more sustainable levels, the FTA (Freight Transport Association) releases the results of recent research that surprise no one. HGV operating costs in the UK, it pronounces, have reached an all-time high, thanks in large part to the soaring cost of fuel.
Alternative Fuels
Volvo Trucks has launched a new heavy truck engine range for Euro-6 emissions standards, with NOx down 77% and particulates halved.
Engine/Transmission Management
TNT is to be the first express delivery company to trial new longer trailers on UK roads as part of its daily operations.
Engine/Transmission Management
Iveco has launched the next generation of its heavy-duty vehicle range, the Stralis Hi-Way, describing it as offering "a highly competitive proposition to the heavy-duty transport sector of today and tomorrow".
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Dry freight commercial vehicle bodybuilder Bevan Group wants experienced mobile service technicians for its Aftercare and On-site Repairs division.
Maintenance
We are looking for an energetic person to continually review the management of Mansfield's vehicle fleet to ensure delivery of the best fleet service within the area.
People
This is a unique opportunity to shape a fresh approach to fleet management.
People
Control of one of Britain's best-known Mercedes-Benz truck and van dealers has changed hands – but new owner Rygor Commercials is itself a member of the German manufacturer's franchised network.
Dealerships
Oerlikon Graziano has developed a family of synchronisers for heavy duty truck transmissions that is said to set new standards for fuel efficiency and ease of shifting.
Gearboxes
Daimler Truck Group has announced the launch of a factory-built EcoHybrid Fuso Canter.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Competition was fierce last week when S&B Automotive Academy in Bristol hosted the IRTE Skills Challenge 2012.
Continuing Professional Development
Following a double digit increase in demand for commercial vehicles in the first half of 2012, Europcar is continuing to build a van fleet with the latest models and greener technology.
Car Derived Vans