Yorkshire's W Trailer company has supplied APC Overnight's local depot in South Wales with an Eco Urban trailer, which features an aerodynamic trailer, complete with a double deck in the front section.
Trailers
Scania is to supply engines for vehicles and heavy equipment to $9.9 billion US construction and industrial equipment manufacturer Terex, following a partnership deal.
Emissions Control
The first Iveco to join Wolverhampton-based HL Smith Transmissions fleet of light commercials is a striking black Daily 35S12 panel van.
Gearboxes
Durham County Council is set to become the first local authority in the UK to introduce Optare's Solo EV battery-powered bus into service.
Electric Vehicles
Transdev subsidiary London United has 26 ALX400s and six Plaxton Presidents going through repaint and re-panelling, with new seats and trim, at Optare's dedicated refurbishment and upgrade unit in Blackburn.
Bus & Coach
Northampton-based logistics provider The Delivery Co has introduced the UK's first eight teardrop-bodied distribution vehicles.
Rigids
Retrofit versions of Eaton's hydraulic launch assist (HLA) hybrid power system for refuse trucks are to be offered by the company later this year.
Hydraulic systems
Vehicles competing in this year's Dakar Rally will be equipped with compact, sealed throttle valve needle roller bearings to protect the engine and withstand pressure peaks.
Engines & Engine Parts
Volvo Trucks says it is looking forward to delivering up to 1,800 trucks over the next two years to Deutsche Post DHL, following signing of a frame agreement.
Alternative Fuels
Reduced weight, lower costs and improved driver comfort have all been achieved by Cheshire operator Arclid Transport on its bulk powder tankers, following an interesting specification.
Truck EfficiencyThe nine BIFA Freight Service Awards 2009 are: • Air Freight Award – sponsored by British Airways World Cargo • Environment Award – sponsored by CargoWise edi • European Logistics Award – sponsored by TT Club • Ocean Freight Award • Project Forwarding Award – sponsored by BBC Chartering • Special Services Award – sponsored by Forward Computers • Staff Development Award – sponsored by Albacore Systems • Supply Chain Management Award – sponsored by BoxTop Technologies • Young Freight Forwarder...
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Bitumen supplier Nynas UK has taken delivery of another six Volvo FM tractor units, citing build quality, safety, parts support and backup as key reasons for sticking with Volvo.
Road Safety