Alexander Dennis has delivered an Enviro100EV ‘big small bus’ to Scottish independent operator Shuttle Buses.
Vehicles
Zero emission bus pioneer Wrightbus has taken the wraps off four new EV products as it laid out its plans to become a global transport leader, providing affordable options for operators to instantly decarbonise their fleets.
Vehicles
China-based vehicle manufacturer Yutong has announced plans to launch a new battery-powered 7.5-tonne truck in the UK during the second quarter of 2025.
Vehicles
Alexander Dennis has reported that English operator Country Lion (Northampton) Ltd has taken delivery of two of its Enviro400 buses.
Vehicles
United Utilities has added four new Volvo FM Electric 6x2 tractor units into its commercial vehicle fleet as the business pushes ahead with its ambitious decarbonisation targets.
Vehicles
Cardiff Council is consolidating information from its vehicle technology using the Fleetclear Connect platform, which will provide quicker access to vehicle footage and data, and simplify the process of analysis and reporting.
Fleet Management
Leyland Trucks has opened applications for its award-winning apprenticeship programme, with 22 roles available across a diverse range of commercial vehicle manufacturing disciplines for 2025.
Training
Scania UK’s workshop in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, has partnered with Totalkare to improve its vehicle maintenance capabilities by installing eight ATEX-approved mobile column lifts.
Lifting Equipment
Manchester-based Lavelles is leading a new wave of operators in the North West of England and has now ordered five Olympus bodies from Dennis Eagle for its new Scania trucks to satisfy growing demand.
Vehicles
ASDA Stores Ltd has introduced 35 Tiger assets to its George clothing fleet in the form of 4.9m tall ‘high cube’ trailers featuring an internal tail-lift to reflect the customer’s special operational requirements.
Trailers
For technicians and maintenance providers alike, irtec is a key benchmark of quality. Steve Banner reports
Trailers
The latest edition of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA’s) Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness has been released. Richard Simpson picks out the pertinent changes for operators
Brakes & Braking Systems