Collins Earthworks, of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, has taken delivery of an 8x4 Volvo FH16 tractor, the first of this type to join its fleet of Volvo FH tractors operating on heavy haulage works.
Tractor Units
Recyling business DA Miller & Sons has taken delivery of the first in a new series of customised trailers from Knapen.
Trailers
International logistics business Arcese has taken delivery of a 6.5-tonne Daily Natural Power chassis cab, from IVECO – the first gas-powered light commercial vehicle to join its UK fleet.
Alternative Fuels
Truck tyre supplier and breakdown service TruckForce has taken delivery of 69 Mercedes-Benz Sprinters for its mobile technician fleet.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicle wheel distributor MWheels is working with the Michelin Training Centre to deliver education on CV wheel safety for up to 1,000 delegates a year, including Michelin staff, military personnel and police collision investigators.
Wheel Security
Renault Trucks says its Urban Lab 2 vehicle has achieved a 12.8% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, after extensive tests comparing it to Range D Wide.
Emissions Control
Dunstable-based vehicle recovery operator Statham’s Motor Engineers has taken delivery of a DAF New CF 530 FA chassis with NRC recovery bodywork, which also features a detachable tag-axle.
Rigids
Bus operators could have to share real-time data with passengers on routes, timetables and fares, if plans announced today (5 July) by the government are approved.
Standards & Practices
Renault Trucks has announced its second generation range of fully electric trucks, ranging from 3.1 to 26 tonnes and said to be ideal for operators providing last mile, urban distribution and refuse collection services.
Electric Vehicles
Waste management and road contractor Bowmans has taken delivery of a Volvo FH13-540 Tridem rigid – its first Volvo vehicle in 24 years.
Rigids
Haulage firm Evyan Transport has taken delivery of a Krone Profi Liner, choosing the trailer for its versatility and light weight, and is now predicting a change to Krone for all its trailers within a year.
Trailers
Multi-modal logistics business Maritime Transport has ordered 200 Scania R450 tractors – its largest ever single order with one manufacturer – after trialling five of the vehicles for a year and reaping the rewards with improved fuel efficiency.
Tractor Units