A new plug-in hybrid version of the IVECO Daily van range is now being trialled by customers, following a partnership between Astra Vehicle Technologies and Sherwood Truck and Van, part of Guest Group.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Ayrshire-based Shuttle Buses has taken delivery of six new Mellor buses in a fortnight to meet its expanded contract with Strathclyde Partnership for Transport.
Bus & Coach
East Riding of Yorkshire has been named England’s top local authority for recycling for the third year running, and has praised Dennis Eagle for the crucial role it plays in providing reliable refuse collection vehicles.
Municipal Vehicles
Bunzl Catering Supplies has renewed its contract with Microlise, adding Fleet Performance, Remote Tacho Download, Journey Management and the Health and Safety module to its Proof of Delivery (POD) transport management solution.
Fleet Management Systems
Trailer manufacturer Gray & Adams has specified Carrier Transicold’s Vector HE 19 refrigeration unit for its latest 13.6m, 44-pallet lifting deck demo trailer.
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Blackhorse Transport has taken delivery of three new refrigerated trailers from Schmitz Cargobull, citing “incredible” product quality and longevity.
Telematics
Lighting manufacturer Dextra Group has taken delivery of two of the first right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz Actros tractors to be equipped with Active Drive Assist technology.
Tractor Units
Jost UK’s workshop in Bolton has been accredited as a second stage vehicle manufacturer by the Vehicle Certification Agency.
Workshop
Renault Trucks has announced that it is beginning serial production this month of its D and D Wide ZE electric trucks at its Blainville-sur-Orne plant, in France.
Electric Vehicles
Ipswich-based GMA Warehousing & Transport has ordered four Volvo FM 26-tonners, all of which have been specified for maximum fuel efficiency. Three are now in service, with the fourth due for delivery next month.
Rigids
Telematics business Microlise has acquired TruTac, the Coventry-based provider of fleet compliance software for HGV and PSV operators.
Fleet Management Systems
VMS Fleet Management has announced the acquisition of Devon-based Western Truck Rental for an undisclosed sum.
Finance & Leasing