HW Martin Waste is reporting "spectacular increases" in recycling rates since drafting its first five Mercedes-Benz Econic refuse trucks into service for local authorities in Derbyshire.
Municipal Vehicles
The John Lewis Partnership has installed Daimler FleetBoard telematics hardware across its entire fleet of John Lewis and Waitrose heavy trucks, in a move it hopes will lead to a cut of at least 4% in vehicle carbon emissions.
Telematics
Agricultural and horticultural equipment specialist Master Farm Services has taken delivery of a Renault Premium 460.18 4x2 18-tonner, configured with a drawbar, twin sleeper Privilege cab and Optidriver automated gearbox.
Tractor Units
Cartwright Bros of North Hykeham, near Lincoln, is reporting that its drive-over weighbridge is helping to improve productivity and customer service, while also generating revenue.
Weighing Equipment
Since winning the Stoneridge time challenge at the Commercial Vehicle Show last April, Carefoot & Sons (Transport) has so far upgraded 16 of its tachographs to SE5000 Exakt units.
Tachometers
After reading August Transport Engineer's 'Your Shout', it seems appropriate to shed a different light on VOSA's Testing Transformation Programme (TTP).
VOSA Prohibitions
With a range of fuel additives and lubricants available for the spread of vehicles on a transport engineer's fleet, it is sometimes difficult deciding which to use. Steve Banner finds clarification
Alternative Fuels
The bus and coach community gathers in Birmingham early in October. John Challen previews product launches and news of PSV technology updates due at Coach & Bus Live
Apprenticeships
Despite industry criticism of ATFs, the 100th site opened its doors this summer and many more are planned. John Challen talks to VOSA, and to those that have taken the plunge
VOSA Testing
Changes to meet emissions legislation, as well as operator and driver demands, have seen LCV workshops add a wealth of new mechanical and diagnostic equipment. Keith Read looks at the scale of this transformation
Maintenance
An advanced load weight monitor for trailers is among developments aimed at improving efficiency at loading bay, while also helping to prevent accidents. John Challen reports
Loading/Unloading Equipment
Mercedes-Benz dealer Rossetts Commercials is now a partner in the Bloodhound project – the jet- and rocket-powered car being designed to break the 1,000mph barrier, smash the world land speed record and inspire the next generation of engineers.
Light Commercial Vehicles