ZF Aftermarket has announced that it is now using powder adhesive technology in its TRW-branded brake pads, instead of organic solvents.
Brakes & Braking Systems
The London Borough of Harrow has upgraded the cameras on its 100-strong fleet of waste, recycling and cleansing vehicles, switching to the RX3 360˚ camera system from Innovative Safety Systems (ISS).
Telematics
Bus maker Mellor has released a new web-based calculating tool to provide operators with a cost of ownership analysis for the Strata vehicle.
Fleet Operating Costs
Bibby Distribution says it has boosted fuel efficiency by 10% in three months on its contract for conservatory supplier Ultraframe, since taking delivery of eight new Renault Range T tractors.
Tractor Units
Fusion Processing has announced that its Cavstar sensing and control system will be used in the HelmUK advanced platooning trial, the first real-world operational trial of platooning vehicles on UK roads.
Driver Assistance Systems
Giti Tire has launched its next generation, all-position urban bus tyre – the Giti GAU867v1.
Tyres & Retreads
Isuzu Truck UK has expanded its dealership network in the North West with the appointment of JDS Trucks.
Dealerships
Continental has launched the VanContact Eco, a new light commercial vehicle tyre which, says the manufacturer, takes rolling resistance “to a new level”.
Tyres & Retreads
The UK Ministry of Defence has taken delivery of the last five specialist military vehicles from a £2.6m contract placed in July 2017.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Abingdon-based NAP Grab Hire has taken delivery of its first Andover Trailers stepframe, citing the trailer maker’s “bulletproof” build quality as the driving force behind the decision.
Trailers
Aberdeen City Council is fitting Michelin Tyre Pressure Management System (TPMS) Light Fleet across 200 new Renault vans, to improve fuel efficiency and extend tyre life.
Road Safety
Evesham-based Woodlands Generators has taken delivery of a Volvo FH-500 Tridem equipped with a 53-tonne/metre crane, choosing the marque for build quality and dealer support.
Rigids