Fresh and frozen produce logistics business Gist is upgrading its entire trailer fleet with the TrailerConnect telematics solution, from Schmitz Cargobull, after “impressive results” from 54 units factory-fitted with the system.
Telematics
Shrewsbury-based Chris Good Haulage is reporting improvements in driver behaviour, security and fleet efficiency since implementing the Kinesis vehicle telematics solution.
Telematics
Manchester-based MK Plant Transport has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH16-650 tractor – the largest Volvo vehicle that the low loader hire business has put into operation.
Tractor Units
Norfolk-based transport and logistics business Lynn Star Distribution has taken delivery of 13 new DAF vehicles, supplied on contract hire by Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
Almost twice as many HGVs over 7.5 tonnes are speeding on single carriageway roads, since revised speed limits were introduced in 2015.
Road Safety
The RAC has created a new approved dealer standard for light commercial vehicles.
Light Commercial Vehicles
The government has published best practice guidance for commercial vehicle operators on how to reduce the risk of vehicles being used as a weapon in a terrorist attack or other crime.
Driver / People Management
Bus and coach operator Stringers Pontefract Motorways has taken delivery of a Strata Ultra, by Mellor – the first to go into service in the UK.
Bus & Coach
Bibby Distribution has renewed its three-year tyre management contract with Bandvulc for the third time, with the operator saying the deal “ticks all the boxes and more” in terms of safety, performance and costs.
Tyres & Retreads
Alexander Dennis (ADL) has added a hybrid option to its Enviro400ER electric range of double-decker buses.
Electric Vehicles
Jacobs Vehicle Systems is partnering with internal combustion control business Tula Technology on the development of cylinder deactivation (CDA) technologies, which reduce engine fuel consumption and emissions.
Engine/Transmission Management
Scottish haulier William Nichol has installed a heavy-duty vehicle lift at its Lochmaben workshop to boost productivity, safety and reliability.
Workshop