Visitors to Brigade Electronics’ stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show – opening today (14 April) at the NEC, Birmingham – will be able to see a clear demonstration of multiple blind spots around a vehicle.
Telematics
Plaxton, part of the Alexander Dennis group (ADL), has unveiled its new Cheetah XL midi coach and confirmed coach operator orders for more than 50 in advance of seeing the finished article.
Bus & Coach
Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK is showcasing a novel 4x2 skip loader based on its Econic low-entry cab at thge CV Show (14—16 April 2015) – as first seen at the recent CLOCS Progress event, at London’s ExCel centre.
Municipal Vehicles
Family-owned recycling and waste management specialist Powerday, in Harlesden, has taken on a new DAF LF 250 FA skip-loader chassis specified for what the firm sees as a safe inner city truck of the future.
Construction Equipment
Craig Haulage, one of Scotland’s leading transport operators, has taken delivery of four new MAN Euro 6 26.480 6x2 TGS tractor units with LX cabs – with for more due to be added to its 68-strong fleet later this year.
Tractor Units
Health check alerts have been introduced by Chevin to monitor each installation of its FleetWave fleet management software.
Fleet Management Systems
Hundreds of drivers will have the opportunity to test WheelRight’s revolutionary tyre pressure system tomorrow (Tuesday 14 April 2015) at the CV Show (14—16 April, NEC Birmingham).
Tyres & Retreads
Engine remapping specialist Viezu Technologies has relocated and expanded its operations to meet growing demand for its services – particularly from LCV fleets.
Engine/Transmission Management
Bus and coach registrations were up by 15% in March -- the third consecutive monthly increase – according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Bus & Coach
Microlise has extended its telematics software range with a remote digital tachograph product, enabling transport managers to download vehicle and driver data as often as every 24 hours.
Driver / People Management
Commercial vehicle repair business Truck and Trailer Services says it is expecting “substantial” cost savings from improved workshop efficiency, following its implementation of the r2C Online Service Network platform.
Workshop Management Systems
Budget UK has chosen Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as its sole LCV supplier for a new van rental service in London.
Panel Vans