Windsor-based Beldom Tippers has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz vehicle, a 32-tonne gvw Arocs 3253K.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
European transport and logistics business Jost Group has signed a deal with IVECO for 500 Stralis NP trucks as part of the operator’s mission to convert 35% of its fleet to liquefied natural gas (LNG) by 2020.
Alternative Fuels
Mercedes-Benz dealer group Rygor has welcomed its 2017 apprentice intake, a dozen 16- to 19-year olds who are embarking on the three-year scheme.
Apprenticeships
Ensign Bus Company is reporting a 57% decrease in potential collision events since adopting the Lytx DriveCam video telematics programme.
Driver / People Management
A leading road transport body says it has “serious concerns” about the suitability of the UK’s roads for the government’s planned platooning trial, due to begin next year.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Transport and logistics operator Palletways has teamed up with Vidu Recruitment to offer free Driver CPC training.
Driver CPC
Kent-based highways contractor Colin Parsons has taken delivery of a Volvo FH16-750 8x4 rigid Tridem chassis – the first of its type to go into operation in the UK.
Rigids
Portsmouth-based freight operator Ferryspeed has expanded its fleet with 10 new trailers, specified with Carrier Transicold’s Vector 1950 multi-temperature (MT) refrigeration units.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Operator licensing is underpinned by commitments such as keeping vehicles roadworthy, adhering to drivers’ hours rules and complying with licence undertakings – all of which are non negotiable.
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has published six key principles for vehicle cybersecurity, which have been endorsed by all its members including van, truck and bus manufacturers.
Standards & Practices
Jumel Choudhury has joined Allison Transmission as UK market development manager, bus and coach.
PeopleThe half shaft retaining bolt holes in the rear disc may have an incorrect thread. Retaining bolts may fit but may become loose and fall out. This would allow the half shaft and wheel/hub assembly to detach from the vehicle. Reference: RCOMP/2017/010. Number affected: 628 units.
Recalls