Hendrickson Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems has launched what it describes as a global version of its lower-end Haulmaax rear suspension system – joining its HUV and Ultimaax mid- and higher-weight ranges.
Suspensions
Operators seeking affordable but robust, mixed-use truck tyres now have another option in the form of Falken.
Tyres & Retreads
September's commercial vehicle registrations were up overall 10.8% to 54,497 units, according to the SMMT's (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) latest figures.
Sales FiguresDue to a fitment error on a few vehicles, it is possible that the brake pipes may not have been installed into their correct ports on the ABS hydraulic unit. As a result, under hard acceleration or emergency braking, abnormal handling characteristics may occur. In extreme conditions this could result in a road wheel locking. Affected vehicles will be recalled. Vehicle ID: WDF4156032U105388 to WDF415703U122569
Recalls
Aggregate and concrete supplier J Clubb is trialling Brigade's new radar obstacle detection system, designed to provide drivers with clear warnings of people or obstructions in the way of manoeuvring large plant.
Road Safety
Sector skills council Skills for Logistics – which represents the freight logistics sector – has launched the Standard For Excellence Driver CPC, a scheme to recognise training providers that deliver high quality training.
Driver CPC
A cash and carry business has been disqualified from operating vehicles after being called to a public inquiry for the second time this year.
Transport CPC
Wrights Group will be unveiling its new Double Deck range, including the Wrightbus StreetDeck, at next month's Euro Bus Expo Show ( NEC, Birmingham, 4 to 6 November).
Bus & Coach
West Midlands bodybuilder Bevan Group is the first to secure EC Whole Vehicle Type Approval for external glass racks (frails) fitted to panel vans.
Whole Vehicle Type Approval
Reilly Concrete Pumping, the UK's largest privately-owned concrete transport firm, has taken delivery of the country's first Euro 6 truck-mounted concrete pump – an 8x4 Mercedes-Benz Arocs.
Concrete Mixers
Municipal vehicle hire business Go Plant has ordered 54 DAF LF sweepers, selecting the vehicles for their reliability, operating costs and, it says, feedback from customers.
Municipal Vehicles
Coach operator Abbey Travel has extended its fleet with a Euro 6 Volvo B11R coach, with Sunsundegui SC7 body.
Bus & Coach