Bristol-based logistics firm Saville's Freights has taken delivery of six new Euro 6 Renault Range T460 6x2 mid-lift tractor units.
Tractor Units
The UK's first 15-metre overall length Scania Irizar i6 coach is set to enter service later this month when it embarks upon long-term trials on a megabus.com route.
Bus & Coach
More than 80% of annual tests for trucks, buses and trailers will cost less from 1 October 2014, according to the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency).
VOSA TestingRyder is increasing its trailer rental fleet with 60 new 13.6 metre tri-axle single compartment refrigerated trailers.
Trailers
Evidence released by DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) suggests that the vast majority of professional drivers will have completed their 35 hours' periodic Driver CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence) training by the 10 September2014 deadline.
Driver / People Management
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) and Bunkercard have welcomed the decision of London Council's Transport and Environment Committee to scrap its plans for an update to the London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS).
Road Safety
Vehicle tracking specialist Fleetmatics says it now has in excess of 500,000 vehicles under subscription, representing more than 62 billion data points.
Telematics
To mark the centenary since the start of World War I, the August edition of the Road Haulage Association's Roadway Magazine includes a 16-page commemorative supplement.
Tractor Units
The first group of DVSA (Driver Vehicle Standards Agency) vehicle inspectors have now graduated, having completing the IMI Quality Assured Award DVSA Vehicle Inspection Programme, which gives them a full licence to test vehicles.
Continuing Professional Development
Four buses are to be fitted with new pedestrian and cyclist detection software, aimed at improving drivers awareness of pedestrians and cyclists, later this month.
Security Equipment
Newly independent vehicle test facility Millbrook says it will be displaying its full range of testing technology and capabilities at the upcoming Low Carbon Vehicle event on 10—11 September.
Road Legal
Simon Elliott has been appointed the new managing director of MAN Truck & Bus UK, taking over from Des Evans, who stood down due to ill health.
Rigids