Transport Secretary Philip Hammond announced today that, despite cutbacks, £24m will go to six winning projects aimed at supporting the UK's developing ultra low carbon vehicles industry.
Green Vehicles
Thamesdown Transport of Swindon has bought eight Optare Versa buses, worth £1.1 million, because of their low weight and commensurate fuel saving potential.
Bus & Coach
Mercedes-Benz's offices in Tongwell, Milton Keynes, have been visited by investigators from the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), following allegations of price-fixing in the truck market.
Fleet Operating Costs
Hardstaff's launch and roll-out of its dual-fuel injection diesel and CNG (compressed natural gas) system won the Innovation for Sustainability title at this year's Lord Stafford Awards.
Alternative Fuels
Cenex is introducing a simulation tool today aimed at helping fleet operators understand the impact of introducing low carbon vehicles into their existing fleets.
Green VehiclesBraking efficiency may be affected, because the mounting bolts of the brake disc on the trailing axle may not be to specification. This could result in a loss of clamping force on the disc and loosening of the mounting bolts, which can affect the permanent locking of the disc. Affected vehicles require a tightening procedure to address the concern.
Recalls
SDC is the first major trailer manufacturer in the UK to secure European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA) from the VCA, the UK's designated approval authority.
Whole Vehicle Type Approval
In a move that will offer truckers more communication options, Volvo has revealed a UK-specific version of its Worldtrucker website.
Driver / People Management
MAN Truck & Bus Manchester is the first MAN dealership to be accredited as a VOSA ATF (Authorised Testing Facility) station for commercial vehicle MOTs.
VOSA Testing
Boasting improved payload, a lower loading height and reduced maintenance, Ford has unveiled the latest version of its Transit Tipper, the so-called One Stop Shop.
Light Commercial VehiclesLearn more about biofuels and discover how they affect vehicle operations – from storage to vehicle warranties. Speakers form DAF, MAN, Feather Diesel, First and more.
Alternative Fuels
Hydraulic truck tipping hoists supplier Edbro says its inclinometer drastically reduces the risk of accidents during tipping, for both rigid trucks and trailers.
Tippers