Braking systems supplier Wabco has been approached by ZF Friedrichshafen regarding a takeover.
Brakes & Braking Systems
Abingdon-based Oxford Blue Scaffolding has put its latest Mercedes-Benz Atego into service, citing vehicle quality and reliability as reasons for sticking with the marque’s 7.5-tonners for 25 years.
Rigids
DAF Trucks secured its highest order intake last year since 2007, despite the overall market dropping slightly, resulting in the manufacturer’s top spot for the 24th consecutive year with a 27% share above 6.0 tonnes gvw.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
TAG Forklift Truck Services has taken delivery of a custom-designed trailer from the Cartwright Group – its first from the trailer manufacturer.
Trailers
The government has announced that it will consult on legislation to ban older tyres from use on trucks, buses and coaches.
Road Safety
FORS has announced that ND Brown has become the first commercial vehicle hire fleet in the UK to achieve FORS Vehicle Hire Company accreditation.
Finance & Leasing
Van rental business Eastgate Commercial has recovered a stolen Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, despite its tracking system being ripped out, thanks to the vehicle’s Mercedes PRO connect system and help from the dealer.
Telematics
Testing facility Millbrook is building a new vehicle emissions test facility to expand its capability for heavy duty and 4WD vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
North East motor dealer Vic Young Conversions has converted a regular Nissan e-NV200 to a fully electric lightweight box van, with a larger load space of 8.553 – said to be the first of its type in the UK market.
Electric Vehicles
City West Commercials is expanding its Exeter depot, adding a new MOT bay to its nine-bay workshop by the end of March. The MOT bay will provide tests for Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles.
Workshop
Scottish bus and coach operator Stuart’s of Carluke has taken delivery of the first of a three-bus Enviro200 order from Alexander Dennis (ADL).
Bus & Coach
Harpers Haulage, the transport arm of P Harper & Sons, has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz Actros, selected for driver appeal, fuel efficiency and vehicle reliability.
Tractor Units