Trailer manufacturer Gray & Adams has specified Carrier Transicold’s Vector HE 19 refrigeration unit for its latest 13.6m, 44-pallet lifting deck demo trailer.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Blackhorse Transport has taken delivery of three new refrigerated trailers from Schmitz Cargobull, citing “incredible” product quality and longevity.
Telematics
Lighting manufacturer Dextra Group has taken delivery of two of the first right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz Actros tractors to be equipped with Active Drive Assist technology.
Tractor Units
Jost UK’s workshop in Bolton has been accredited as a second stage vehicle manufacturer by the Vehicle Certification Agency.
Workshop
Renault Trucks has announced that it is beginning serial production this month of its D and D Wide ZE electric trucks at its Blainville-sur-Orne plant, in France.
Electric Vehicles
Ipswich-based GMA Warehousing & Transport has ordered four Volvo FM 26-tonners, all of which have been specified for maximum fuel efficiency. Three are now in service, with the fourth due for delivery next month.
Rigids
DVSA says: "This short video shows some of the checks that you should do. Read the full list in this guide for more details."
Road Safety
Telematics business Microlise has acquired TruTac, the Coventry-based provider of fleet compliance software for HGV and PSV operators.
Fleet Management Systems
VMS Fleet Management has announced the acquisition of Devon-based Western Truck Rental for an undisclosed sum.
Finance & Leasing
Glasgow Brickyard has taken delivery of a 26-tonne flatbed Mercedes-Benz Arocs 5, supplied on a five-year lease by Asset Alliance Group.
Finance & Leasing
Commercial vehicle bodywork equipment supplier Pommier has announced a new range of aerodynamic rear spoiler kits.
Truck Aerodynamics
Hankook Tyre UK will be exhibiting at the Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC, Birmingham; 28-30 April), and, alongside its range of commercial vehicle tyres, the manufacturer will be launching its Laufenn truck tyre range.
Tyres & Retreads