Volvo Buses says it will launch its Volvo 7900 city bus at the Busworld trade show in Kortrijk, Belgium in October.
Bus & Coach
Citroën is continuing to develop strategies to help LCV customers operate their vans as cost effectively as possible, as it prepares for tomorrow's (1 September 2011) launch of the 'Free Fuel for a Year' campaign.
Fuel Pricing
Shropshire truck operator Maiden's of Telford is continuing its partnership with Continental Tyres, having selected the manufacturer as sole tyre provider for yet another year.
Tyres & Retreads
MTS Cleansing Services has chosen Eminox's CRT technology to upgrade 38 liquid waste tankers to meet the upcoming LEZ (London Low Emission Zone) requirements.
Emissions Control
A chance visit to Telford building block manufacturer Besblock has resulted in new business for James Dennison, managing director of Dennison Trailers.
TrailersRear wheel bearing may shear: It is possible that the rear wheel bearing has been damaged while it was assembled onto the stub axle. This should be identified by excessive noise. However, in the worst case, if not detected, it could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub. Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the wheel bearings with new items, which will have protective sleeves to aid correct installation. Vehicles affected
Recalls
London and Edinburgh coach operator City Circle has taken delivery of three more Plaxton Cheetah small coaches, the trio joining two vehicles acquired last year.
Bus & Coach
The appeal of Fiat Professional's Doblò Cargo van range has just been broadened, with the launch of its Work Up dropside model.
Drop Side
Chichester-based Churchill Freight Services has taken delivery of 15 DAF trucks, as part of its ongoing growth programme.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Tarmac franchise operator NR Parsons Transport has taken delivery of its first four Renault Premium 460 6x2 trucks, with Optidriver automated gearbox and Privilege cab.
Heavy Goods VehiclesFire may occur: in certain arduous operating conditions it is possible that the air conditioning fan relay could overload and, in the worst case, could catch fire. Recall the vehicles likely to be affected to replace the air conditioning fan relay with a modified component. Build dates afected: 01/01/2007 to 31/12/2010
Recalls
We account for a million bus journeys a day, on nearly 100 day and night routes. Controlling engineering resources within your garage, you
will ensure sufficient vehicles, to the required standard of reliability, presentation and condition. You will oversee planned and unplanned maintenance and deal with technical problems, personnel, negotiations, stock control and budget interpretation.