Continental has announced a voluntary recall for the 205/75R17.5 Conti Hybrid LS3, after reports of pressure loss on the tyre before going into service.
Tyres & Retreads
DAF has announced new three-axle options for the Euro 6 CF with Paccar PX-7 engine, all of which combine a higher payload with the 6.7-litre, six-cylinder engine.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Hunt’s Foodservice has taken delivery of its first eco-aero body from Jackson Coachworks, citing refrigeration performance and environmental improvements as key factors.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
DAF Trucks has launched its 2015 UK Technician of the Year process, with the first of four question papers issued nationally to DAF dealerships’ technicians.
Continuing Professional Development
Kent-based haulier and logistics firm Salvatori says it is achieving “outstanding” fuel economy from its latest batch of Euro 6 DAF XF 460 FTG 6x2 tractor units.
Tractor Units
Visitors to the recent TyreSafe industry briefing were treated to a sneak preview of a new drive-over tread depth measurement system.
Tyres & Retreads
Cumbrian food service company Pioneer Foodservice has extended its relationship with Seven Telematics to include the Cool Track remote monitoring system for all new vans and trucks.
Telematics
Scania has announced the latest orders for the Irizar i6 coach, including one repeat order and one first-time acquisition.
Bus & Coach
Multimodal Logistics has taken delivery of three Volvo FH-500 6x2 tractor units – completing an order for 13 trucks – citing fleet data and fuel efficiency as key reasons for its decision.
Tractor Units
The AA has signed a deal with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles to take 500 Transporters for its fleet of patrol vehicles.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Millbrook Proving Ground – the vehicle test, validation and engineering service provider which is to host the eighth annual Cenex LCV event in September – says the theme of its deplays will be ‘More to Millbrook’.
Social / Corporate Responsibility
Mercedes-Benz dealer Northside Truck & Van has scooped a road transport industry Oscar in recognition of its commitment to developing “the leaders of tomorrow”.
Apprenticeships