Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has become the first UK customer to take delivery of Mercedes-Benz Econic trucks equipped with PowerShift 3 gearbox, instead of the Allison transmission.
Transmissions
Morgan McLernon and Culina Group have taken delivery of 50 Schmitz Cargobull trailers, supplied by commercial vehicle finance provider Asset Alliance’s ATE truck and trailer division.
Finance & Leasing
Exeter-based housing provider DCH has achieved Van Excellence accreditation for its 250-strong fleet of light commercial vehicles.
Standards & Practices
In December, the government confirmed plans to raise the weight limit of alternatively-fuelled vans that can be driven on a standard (category B) driver’s licence.
Alternative Fuels
Vertu Volkswagen is helping a Hereford-based business to grow with a delivery of 42 new vans within three months.
Light Commercial Vehicles
UK retailer Poundworld has developed a unique trailer in collaboration with Cartwright Group, following the successful trial of a concept trailer that can fit up to 52 pallets through a more efficient loading process.
Trailers
Transport firm AK Express Scotland has been refused permission to operate HGVs, after the industry regulator found the licence application to be “a front”.
Standards & Practices
Abnormal load transporter Mar-Train has taken delivery of its third five-axle extending stepframe trailer from Andover Trailers, describing the trailer maker as “the best in the business”.
Trailers
Brewery and pub owner Marston’s Beer Company has ordered 54 new Mercedes-Benz vehicles as part of its strategy to replace a multi-marque secondary distribution fleet with Mercedes-Benz trucks.
Telematics
Customers and supply chain partners are supporting US full-electric heavy trucks currently under development.
Electric Vehicles
Recycling and renewable energy company Viridor’s Trafford Park, Manchester operation has received nine Volvo trucks, supplementing the six already in its fleet.
Off Roaders
The founder of bus manufacturer Wrights Group, William Wright, has received a knighthood in the 2018 new year’s honours list in recognition of his services to the bus industry and the UK economy.
Bus & Coach