Norbert Dentressangle has revealed that it is one of six companies taking part in field trials of a pioneering LPG 'combustion enhancement' system claimed to improve mpg and reduce CO2 emissions by more than 15%.
Alternative Fuels
Co. Armagh-based refrigerated and dry freight transport services operator Carna Transport has taken delivery of three New Actros 1845 tractor units, following fuel-efficiency trials against another unnamed manufacturer.
Engine/Transmission Management
Europe's General Safety Regulation will significantly change vehicle safety specifications. Brian Weatherley examines the impact on truck makers and buyers, and asks whether more should be done to encourage early adoption
Health & Safety Legislation
Motts Travel-owned Crusader Holidays has bolstered its fleet of 10 coaches with two new Setra vehicles.
Bus & Coach
The official story of London's New Routemaster bus has now been published, with help from Transport for London and contributions from personnel involved in its design and manufacture.
Bus & Coach
Burflex Scaffolding says it has cut operational costs by £4,000 per month on labour costs since installing Fleetmatics GPS vehicle tracking on its 40-strong fleet.
Telematics
The European Commission has launched legal proceedings against the UK for its "failure to cut excessive levels of nitrogen dioxide", primarily from diesel engines.
Green VehiclesRG Bassett & Sons has added a pair of Iveco Stralis Hi-Way tractor units to its fleet – its first on a five-year, manufacturer-backed residual value contract, which also led to a new livery concept.
Tractor Units
Terberg DTS Fire and Rescue Division has launched another rapid response vehicle – a custom-built 4x4 airside firefighting vehicle based on the Isuzu D-Max 2.5litre chassis cab.
Emergency Service Vehicles
With UK operators reporting fuel savings of more than 5% from DAF LF trucks equipped with Paccar Aerobody, bodied versions of the new Euro 6 LF are now being produced for other European markets.
Rigids
Arla Foods has opened a dedicated bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refuelling station at its new £150m dairy complex at Aylesbury – set to become the UK's first zero carbon dairy – to support its move towards fleet-wide dual-fuel truck conversion.
Alternative Fuels
The IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) is urging the transport industry to overcome doubts over hiring apprentices, pointing to its latest study, which suggests they can deliver between 150% and 300% return on investment.
Apprenticeships