One in four commercial drivers have yet to complete the full 35 hours of CPC training needed before 2019, with almost half (49%) still at least 14 hours short.
Driver CPC
Construction services business FM Conway has announced a £7 million investment in its vehicle fleet ahead of the proposed extension of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ).
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Temperature-controlled and ambient distribution firm Corporate Solutions is reporting fuel savings of more than 8% after introducing a fuel and driver management solution from TomTom Telematics and BP.
Fleet Management Systems
Coach operator Alfa Travel is reporting improved fleet visibility and easier compliance with software from TruTac.
Fleet Management Systems
A report from Mercedes-Benz Vans underlines the depth of the skills crisis and reveals that almost a third of van drivers believe their role could be lost to automation or robots in the next five years.
Driver / People Management
Krone will be unveiling its new container carrier at the forthcoming Multimodal event (1-3 May; NEC, Birmingham).
Trailers
Fortec Distribution Network says the government’s recent decision not to set a maximum weight limit for pallets is “disappointing” and could pose a safety risk.
Tail Lifts
French truck maker Cab’s Industries says it relies on Mouvex pumps and compressors for top quality components in its vehicles.
Pumps
Goodyear has unveiled an intelligent tyre prototype, which uses sensors and cloud-based algorithms to send real-time data to fleet operators via a mobile app.
Tyres & Retreads
Online supermarket Ocado has awarded a tyre management deal to Bridgestone for its 1,500-strong Mercedes-Benz Sprinter home delivery fleet.
Tyres & Retreads
Refuse collection vehicle manufacturer Dennis Eagle is holding an open day on 22 March to mark the official opening of its new Leeds service centre.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Renault has announced that the all-electric Master van will be available at the end of this year, with orders being taken from Q3.
Electric Vehicles