Two electrically powered Optare Solo SRs are now being trialled on a route between Dorchester and the model village of Poundbury – the first to be powered by electricity.
Electric Vehicles
Michelin is helping truck, bus and coach fleets to get to grips with the new EC/1222/2009 regulation on tyre labelling, which comes into force from 1 November 2012 by launching a dedicated website.
Tyres & Retreads
Cancer charity Hope for Tomorrow has launched its latest mobile chemotherapy unit – with help from Mercedes-Benz dealer Mudie-Bond.
Rigids
Somerstotalkare has supplied 17 sets of four S6cf lifts to six Thomas Hardie Commercials vehicle depots.
Lifting Equipment
MAN Truck & Bus Felixstowe has been appointed an official VOSA ATF (Authorised Testing Facility) for commercial vehicle MOT certification.
VOSA Testing
GT Radial has hailed The Commercial Vehicle Show 2012 at the NEC as "a real success" having secured more than 30 leads, including a large number of senior national and European fleet contacts.
Tyres & Retreads
Following a two-year trial, running a 7.5-tonne Zeroed electric truck, from Paneltex, in London, foodservice supplier Fresh Direct (UK) placed an order with Paneltex at this year's CV Show for two new 5.5-tonne Zeroed electric trucks.
Electric Vehicles
NHS Lothian has demonstrated its commitment to value for money by investing in a specially-adapted Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4x4 van.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Axtec's OnBoard axle load indicator has received approval from the VCA (Vehicle Certification Agency), allowing it to be fitted as original equipment by commercial vehicle manufacturers.
Weighing Equipment
South West Coaches has identified TomTom Business Solutions' tracking and Remote LINK Working Time system as the technology to help it better manage its vehicles and boost green credentials.
Telematics
Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles has widened its New Combo offering to include vans powered by a fuel-efficient 1.4 petrol engine.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Civil engineering businesses Morrison Utilities and Amey have successfully achieved accreditation under the FTA's Van Excellence scheme.
Road Safety