RTITB will be delivering live training sessions for Master Driver CPC periodic training at the Commercial Vehicle Show (29 April to 1 May, NEC, Birmingham).
Driver CPC
Turkmen Oil and Gas Construction has ordered 61 MAN TGS WW off-road vehicles – its first MAN trucks order.
Off Roaders
Heavy haulage trailer manufacturer Goldhofer will be bringing its MPA Troika axle to the UK, showcasing it at events around the country, starting with the CV Show (NEC, Birmingham, 29 April to 1 May).
Axles
P&T Woodruff Haulage has taken delivery of the UK's first Renault Trucks Euro 6 Range C430 X Load 8x4 with a McPhee Mixers 8m3 concrete mixer.
Concrete Mixers
The director and transport manager of a Hereford-based haulage firm has been criticised by Nick Jones, West Midlands traffic commissioner, after a string of drivers' hours failings.
Working Time Directive
Fire rescue and emergency vehicle manufacturer Emergency One (UK) has cut production time by 200 hours per vehicle, thanks to a new 'plug and play' control system to manage kit such as lights, sirens, communications and pumps.
Vehicle Electronics
Nottingham City Council has placed a £3.6m order for 17 Solo EV electric buses from Optare.
Electric VehiclesMann+Hummel (UK) and Andrew Page have extended their partnership for the supply of Mann-Filter products to the UK independent aftermarket.
Engines & Engine Parts
For the first time in decades a new UK trailer and body manufacturer has entered the market – in the form of Tiger, launched by John and Steven Cartwright.
Trailers
Distribution and logistics specialist Canute Group says it has solved access problems at some loading bays of a national high street retailer by specifying Tridec steering systems on two new 13.7 metre semi-trailers.
Steering SystemsThe prop shaft to axle flange bolts may not be tightened to the correct torque. The condition could develop noise and vibration and, if not corrected, loss of drive. Recall the vehicles likely to be affected to either re-torque the prop shaft to axle flange mounting bolts or, where necessary, replace the nuts and bolts and apply the correct torque. Vehicle ID: VF6VGU6F444036874 to VF6MFFGEG42701129
Recalls
London United is part of the RATP Dev group, with over 2,400 staff operating from eight locations across west London, London United is a major operator in the London bus market.
People