Volvo Trucks distributor Hartshorne Motor Services has opened a new £4 million dealership in Erdington, Birmingham.
Dealerships
Horiba Mira has completed the development of a working traffic model as part of its work with the UK Connected Intelligent Transport Environment (UK CITE) consortium.
Driver Assistance Systems
TRL has been appointed to lead the UK’s first operational trial of platooning vehicles, due to take place in 2018.
Driver Assistance SystemsThe wiring harness in the main switch panel could possibly chafe on a bracket cut-out, which could result in a short to earth. If a short circuit occurs, it could result in the loss of various electrical systems. In the worst case, the engine could cut out. Vehicle IDs: WEB62801523126703 to WEB62841923132417.
RecallsThere is a possibility that the bracket holding the air conditioning compressor onto the engine is not properly tightened. As a result, there is a risk that this bracket might break during driving. If this occurs, the air conditioning compressor might become detached from the vehicle and could potentially fall on to the road. Vehicle IDs: YARVABHSHGZ066917 to YARVBBHXHGZ095035
RecallsThere is a possibility that the relay linked to the electrical circuit of the starter is out of specification. As such, the relay might be blocked in a closed position. If this occurs, there is a risk of the starter overheating and a theoretical risk of fire. Also, if left in gear, the vehicle could also start to move. Vehicle IDs: VBBHV####GZ036716 to VBBHV####GZ050511; VFAHK####GZ036997 to VFAHK####GZ050518; VBBHV####GZ035341 to VBBHV####GZ049023
Recalls
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Health & Safety Legislation
Bus and coach manufacturer Alexander Dennis (ADL) hosted a visit from Theresa May last week (23 August), during which she announced export finance support for British businesses and celebrated the bus maker’s order from Metrobús for 90 low-emission double-deck buses.
Bus & Coach
Building product manufacturer Lindab is replacing its entire 32-strong fleet with new vehicles on a supply and full-service lease contract with Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
Removals firm and haulier JWD Enterprises has ordered a second 7.5-tonne Fuso Canter, after reporting excellent performance from its first, identical vehicle.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Masternaut is partnering with Telefleet Insurance to launch the first telematics-based insurance solution for the UK market.
Fleet Operating Costs
Plant, tool and equipment hire business A-Plant is reporting positive results since signing with Fleet Source for the provision of nationwide driver CPC training.
Driver CPC