Bulk waste and contaminated soil specialist G Webb Haulage has extended its 42-strong fleet with its first Renault vehicle, a Range C 8x4 tipper.
TippersDuring manufacturer of the manually operated parking brake valve, some drillings were formed incorrectly.This may lead to cracks forming, loss of air and the parking brake applying while the vehicle is in motion.Recall vehicles likely to be affected and check the make and date of manufacture. Where necessary, replace the parking brake valve. Vehicle ID: WMA06SZZ1AW137932 to WMAX77ZZXAL059855
Recalls
Temperature-controlled distribution business Solstor UK has taken delivery of its first Euro 6 truck, a Mercedes-Benz Actros 2545 BigSpace tractor units.
Tractor Units
Chemical manufacturer and distributor Airedale Chemicals has taken delivery of three Euro 6 DAF XF trucks with drawbar trailers.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offering van drivers a free while-you-wait check to ensure vehicles are prepared for winter.
Light Commercial VehiclesThe flange for the oil pressure line on the low-pressure turbocharger may leak. If disregarded, there is a risk of fire. Recall vehicles likely to be affected and check the batch number of the flange for the oil pressure line on the turbocharger. Where necessary, replace the flange and the oil pressure line. Vehicle ID: WAGP11ZZ3E5002659 to WMA49SZZ7FP057318.
Recalls
Handling equipment manufacturer Terberg DTS has announced that all its technicians have now received irtec licences, following the company's decision earlier this year to adopt irtec accreditation throughout the UK business.
Irtec
DAF Trucks has launched a new website where customers can find their nearest dealer, ATF location and news of latest offers.
Dealerships
Volvo Group UK's Jim Keyden Award 2014 has been presented to Billy Lang, who is the top graduating apprentice of the year.
Apprenticeships
Utilities business South West Water is installing the Lightfoot in-cab driver efficiency system in 54 Peugeot vans, after a trial earlier this year delivered fuel savings of more than 15%.
Telematics
Light commercial vehicle fleets are increasingly being affected by Transport for London's Freight Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), according to GE Capital's van lease division.
Finance & Leasing
London-based operator Excalibur Coaches has taken delivery of four new Volvo B11R coaches with Sunsundegui SC7 bodywork to operate on a Terravision airport transfer contract.
Bus & Coach