Citroën will unveil its 2016 Berlingo range at the Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC, Birmingham; 26-28 April), with an all-Euro 6 line-up, and will also showcase its upgraded Ready to Run, ready-bodied range of Relay vehicles.
Light Commercial Vehicles
CV fleet rental specialist Enterprise Flex-E-Rent – which now boasts a fleet of more than 26,000 commercial vehicles, including temperature controlled and accessible vehicles – has launched an information website for fleet operators seeking clarity on technology, legislation, mobility and safety issues.
Finance & Leasing
Vegetable grower and distributor Huntapac Produce has renewed its tyre management contract with Michelin Solutions for three years, citing reliability, reduced tyre downtime and improved cost management as reasons for the deal.
Tyres & Retreads
Independent commercial vehicle dealer MC Truck and Bus has unveiled a new £180,000 shot-blasting bay at its Hythe, Kent, facility – saying this will enable it to become a “one-stop shop” for CV operators.
Dealerships
Two new vehicle lifts, which distributor Totalkare believes will offer commercial vehicle workshops even greater flexibility, are to make their public debut at the upcoming CV Show (26—28 April, NEC. Birmingham).
Lifting Equipment
Scania’s OmniExpress Finesse – the 2016 limited edition touring coaches – have already sold out, with operators wanting a slice of the 25-only high specification coaches.
Bus & Coach
A thief has been caught on camera, when he inadvertently filmed himself trying to remove a 3G vehicle camera and tracking system from a stolen Renault Traffic van.
Telematics
Mercedes-Benz has announced the launch of a new van for UK urban operations, sporting a range of features to help drivers to comfortably navigate their way through city streets.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Garden and building materials supplier Marshalls is anticipating a 5% reduction in fuel costs this year across its 200-strong fleet, after implementing Webfleet from TomTom Telematics.
Fleet Management Systems
FTA (the Freight Transport Association) is to launch its annual review at the CV Show (26—28 April 2016, NEC, Birmingham), covering industry issues over the last 12 months.
Driver / People Management
Sentinel Systems says it has upgraded its Auto-braking Radar System for commercial vehicles to incorporate more advanced components.
Road Safety
Temperature-controlled vehicle hire business Freezerent has taken delivery of its 100th refrigerated Mercedes-Benz sprinter, citing the vehicle’s performance and appeal to customers as reasons for the deal.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles