Loughborough University is investing £1.5m over five years in research appointments, inspired by the global challenge to develop advanced propulsion technologies needed for the move to zero emission vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
German refuse collection firm FES (Frankfurter Entsorgungs und Service) says it has standardised on vehicles with Allison fully automatic transmissions following successful tests with Mercedes-Benz Econic rear loaders using TES-295 transmission fluid (Castrol TranSynd).
Gearboxes
Corporate Solutions Logistics has signed a 36-month deal with contract hire and rental specialist Alltruck for 12 DAF XF and 12 Mercedes-Benz New Actros tractors, including full maintenance and back-up.
Tractor Units
UK SAF-Holland distributor IMS is rebranding its products in the UK and Ireland in line with its factor's policy.
Suspensions
Dubbed the smartest one-minute-rule tachograph yet. Stoneridge's newly launched SE5000 Exakt Duo2 covers Working Time Directive calculations, an advanced period of availability (POA) mode and real-time ferry and train support.
Tachometers
Volvo Trucks is launching a low-entry version of the new Volvo FE for Euro 6, with a flat cab floor design, improved visibility and space for four crew.
Municipal Vehicles
Concert tour and events transport specialist Stardes, which specifies low-ride trucks for their ability to pull the trailer sizes it oiffers, has standardised on dual-height fifth wheels from Jost.
Tractor Units
Malcolm Logistics says its new 50-foot container, unveiled at last month's Multimodal 2014 show at the NEC, is set to "revolutionise the way goods will be moved in the future."
Longer Heavier Vehicles
Since 1 May, buyers of MAN Truck & Bus UK TopUsed trucks will have access to the vehicles' built-in telematics system, including its MAN EcoStyle driver and vehicle performance reporting package.
Fleet Operating Costs
Software as a service (SaaS) was the big deal at MiX Telematics'CV Show stand, with the company's MiX Fleet Manager getting its European debut.
Driver / People Management
Beyond debuting its new Euro 6 range of long haul, construction and distribution trucks and launching the new Renault Master van at the CV Show, Renault also announced a cut in TCO (total cost of ownership), with a two-year, unlimited mileage warranty across its Euro 6 range.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Ryder has added a further 37 7.5-tonee DAF vehicles to the contract hire fleet it supplies to the nationwide delivery operation of Expert Logistics.
Light Commercial Vehicles