We are looking for an experienced vehicle inspector to join our engineering team in maintaining our expanding fleet of buses and coaches to standards above those required by VOSA.
You will be responsible for setting our engineering standards through our routine maintenance inspections, spot checks on driver defect system and checks on the work completed.
Latest additions to the fleet at King's Heavy Haulage (Bristol) – two Volvo FH 6x4 tractor units – are already proving their worth with, according to the operator.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Stagecoach has launched a fleet of Optare Solo buses that are powered by the product of household rubbish and animal waste.
Alternative Fuels
The Freight Transport Association has launched the 16th edition of its guide for international road transport operators.
Road Legal
Ricardo has today (7 June 2011) published a white paper outlining processes that commercial vehicle manufacturers and investors should adopt to evaluate electric vehicle (EV) battery systems.
Electric Vehicles
Council-owned Ipswich Buses, which provides local bus services in and around Ipswich, says it is fitting its 71-strong fleet with MiX Telematics' Fleet Manager to reduce fuel consumption and make journeys smoother.
Telematics
Volkswagen has made a public offer to all third party shareholders of MAN SE for their shares, in accordance with German acquisitions law.
DealershipsNew technology that remotely assesses technicians in the workplace has earned SOE academic partner and IRTE Skills Challenge host S&B Automotive Academy top honours at the international education and training industry's 2011 Oscars in California.
Apprenticeships
The growth of vehicle diagnostics has seen a new breed of technicians emerge that require the combined skills of electrician and mechanic. John Challen discovers how training courses are continually adapting to keep with the changes
Apprenticeships
The recent introduction of staggered EU targets for CO2 emissions has left van manufacturers with plenty to aim at in cleaning up their vehicles. Keith Read considers available approaches
Electric Vehicles
Any serious contender for the race to an alternative fuel for commercial transport has to pass the test of large-scale sustainability and infrastructure. Brian Tinham reports
Alternative Fuels
Despite the industry still enduring tough times, investment in workshop equipment could prove a cost-effective measure for many operators. John Challen looks at the latest products on the market
Diagnostic Equipment