Owens Group has added 36 new DAF XF 480 six-wheel mid-lift tractors to its fleet, signalling a return to the marque after a ten-year absence.
Tractor Units
Bulk excavation business Brocks Haulage has taken delivery of its first IVECO vehicles, nine 32-tonne Stralis X-Way tippers, after a successful week-long trial of a demonstrator.
Rigids
Bulk spirit logistics provider McPherson has taken delivery of two Volvo FM LNG (liquefied natural gas) tractor units – the first to go into service in the UK.
Alternative Fuels
Eight police officers from the Central Motorway Police Group (CMPG) have obtained their HGV Class 2 Cat C licences, after attending Ryder’s driver training academy.
Driver / People Management
Reading-based operator Horseman Coaches has taken delivery of ten Plaxton Panther Euro VI coaches, from Alexander Dennis (ADL), as part of a £10m, five-year strategy to upgrade its fleet and facilities.
Bus & Coach
Van conversions from Citroen and Peugeot are now available from PSA Group finance and leasing business Free2Move Lease.
Finance & Leasing
The government has published updated advice on how to register commercial trailers for use in continental Europe after the UK leaves the EU.
Standards & Practices
Birmingham-based haulier OnPoint Logistics has taken delivery of its first DAF vehicles, two XF530 FTG three-axle tractors, and says it is already seeing evidence of “excellent” fuel economy.
Trailers
Euroroute Recovery has taken delivery of a new MAN TGL 12.220 double-deck transporter, supplied by truck provider MV Commercial.
Car Transporters
Goodyear has launched a new all-season tyre for light trucks, a market described as “booming” by the tyre maker.
Tyres & Retreads
Bus and coach operator Transdev has taken delivery of a BYD 13-metre all-electric coach for a trial in the Hauts-de-France region, in France.
Electric Vehicles
Transport and logistics operator ATL has opened a new commercial vehicle service centre near Derby, where sister company Haywood Commercials is delivering repair and maintenance services to both the operator and third party clients.
Workshop Management Systems