Succeeding Martin Hay, who leaves the business at the end of June, is James Armstrong. He will officially take up this post on 1 July 2021.
People
IVECO has signed a memorandum of understanding with technology firm Plus to jointly develop autonomous trucks.
Driver Assistance Systems
UK DAF Dealer group, Lawrence Vehicles Ltd. – which comprises the Lancashire DAF and Lothian DAF dealerships plus two TRP all-makes parts shops – has picked up the manufacturer’s pan-European, International Dealer of the Year award.
Dealerships
One of the greatest talents of inventor Gottlieb Daimler was finding new areas of application for his engine. He invented the motorcycle, then went to the motorised trolley car, a motorised firefighting hose and then, almost inevitably, to the truck in 1896.
Engines & Engine Parts
The new KKS automatic coupling system enables the driver to couple and uncouple the semi-trailer via remote control – automatically, safely and quickly. Therefore, you can increase efficiency, con-venience and safety with one single product.
Fifth Wheels
Commercial vehicle services company Marshall Fleet Solutions is investing in a brand new, multi-million pound, 26,000 m² purpose-built flagship depot that will be centrally located in Tamworth in the Midlands.
Tail Lifts
Bury-based ISM Waste has taken delivery of a new Volvo FL road sweeper to keep its waste transfer facility, yard and adjoining local roads clean and tidy.
Municipal Vehicles
Chassis conversion specialist Astra Vehicle Technologies is working with Guest Truck and Van to produce an electric 7.2 tonne IVECO Daily.
Electric Vehicles
Juratek has acquired Bettaparts Ltd in a deal that will see the Doncaster-based braking specialist take 100% control of the Bradford-based distributor.
Vehicle Parts
Miniclipper Logistics celebrated its half century of trading on 23 March 2021 by announcing a £5.5 million investment in its transport and warehousing divisions.
Tractor Units
European publicly-funded hydrogen R&D project H2Haul received the Hydrogen Transport Award at the first edition of the World Hydrogen Awards organised by the Sustainable Energy Council.
Alternative Fuels
Ford is introducing a ‘smart mirror’ - a high-definition screen that displays a panoramic rear view for the driver of Transit and Transit Custom vans.
Road Safety