International transport business DWP & Sons has become the first operator in the UK to incorporate Schmitz Cargobull’s latest S.CU refrigeration technology to its fleet, adding 17 new tri-axle reefers fitted with the new unit.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
BPW is launching a trailer tyre pressure control system, called AirSave, which it says will pay for itself in the first year thanks to time and tyre savings, and fuel efficiency.
Tyres & Retreads
Dealer group Ford & Slater has invested £150,000 in a new building at its Leicester site to support sub-contractors fitting accessories to vehicles.
Dealerships
Family-owned operator Grant Palmer has taken delivery of a new Enviro200 midibus, from Alexander Dennis (ADL), citing the bus maker’s build quality and aftersales support.
Bus & Coach
Daimler Trucks & Buses has announced that its e-mobility group is to start offering consulting services for operators considering a move to electric trucks.
Electric Vehicles
Fuel haulier Ferguson has taken delivery of two 18-tonne Mercedes-Benz Arocs rigids, adding to its all-Mercedes fleet.
RigidsEmission control system maker Eminox has welcomed the result of a legal action, in which the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency successfully prosecuted a company for supplying illegal diesel particulate filters (DPFs).
Emissions Control
Newport City Council has become the first local authority in Wales to join the ECO Stars fleet recognition scheme, achieving a four-star rating.
Social / Corporate Responsibility
Tyrells Court, part of crisp maker Tyrrells Food Group, is reporting positive performance with its Euro VI phase D Volvo FH tractor, the first of its type to go into operation in the UK.
Tractor Units
A UK research project has resulted in a saving of more than 1,400 tonnes of CO2 from 20 vehicles powered by biomethane.
Alternative Fuels
Yeovil-based dealership SMV Commercials is reporting improved workflow efficiency since implementing the T Cards Online solution.
Workshop
Fife Council is retrofitting 11 of its RCV fleet with Allison Transmission’s FuelSense 2.0 software, after a six-month trial of resulted in fuel savings of almost 9%.
Engine/Transmission Management