Vision Express has welcomed the government’s campaign, launched yesterday (23 July), to educate all UK drivers on the importance of checking their eyesight.
Road Safety
The A6 between Luton and Cumbria has topped the list of Britain’s most dangerous roads, accounting for 70 fatalities between 2012 and 2016.
Road Safety
Demolition and waste management business R Collard has taken delivery of a new flagship Volvo FH16-750 8x4 pusher Tag Axle Tridem heavy haulage tractor.
Tractor Units
Materials handling equipment manufacturer Narrow Aisle has renewed a telematics contract with Ctrack to manage its service engineer van fleet.
Telematics
Kent-based Equinox Recycling is reporting a 10% increase in profits since fitting its waste collection fleet with Enviroweigh bin-weighing technology, from Vehicle Weighing Solutions (VWS).
Weighing Equipment
Reynolds Catering Supplies has ordered 37 vehicles from Isuzu, as part of a fleet upgrade, including 12 of the new Forward 13.5-tonne rigids.
Rigids
The government’s recent announcement of a new 4.25-tonne licence derogation has been welcomed by vehicle leasing business Arval, which is calling it “a progressive step” towards more alternative-fuelled vans.
Alternative Fuels
Drainage product supplier Drainfast is reporting fleet efficiency improvements and increased service levels since implementing the Maxoptra routing and scheduling system.
Tracking
Fresh produce supplier Swithenbank has taken delivery of 15 DAF LF 18-tonne trucks fitted with Carrier Transicold’s Syberia engineless refrigeration units, including five Twincool models for multi-temperature operations.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Cambridgeshire-based haulier Eaton Transport has taken delivery of two Renault Range T480 6x2s, citing “excellent service” and good fuel performance as key reasons for returning to the brand.
Tractor Units
Bus operator Lothian has renewed its Effitires contract with Michelin Solutions for a further three years.
Tyres & Retreads
Reading-based Horseman Coaches has taken delivery of two Plaxton Leopards and ordered 10 Panther Executive coaches, in a £3m investment to upgrade its fleet ahead of the introduction of the London ULEZ next year.
Bus & Coach