Samworth Brothers is using Thermo King Advancer A400 refrigeration units following a trial which demonstrated upwards of 33% fuel saving per trailer per year.
Refrigeration
Consumer co-operative East of England Co-op has confirmed fuel savings of up to 13.8 percent via an in-cab driver coaching technology and rewards platform developed by Lightfoot.
Driver / People Management
RSP UK has launched its ESE 8 suction excavator in the UK that is said to feature a 20% increase in working range verses other models.
Construction Equipment
Quattro Plant has collaborated with Technical Services to develop an electric vehicle cooling loop necessary for converting a road sweeper from diesel to battery electric.
Electric Vehicles
Asset Alliance Group has agreed an order with DAF for 1,500 new electric and diesel trucks in a deal worth more than £160 million.
Truck Efficiency
Employ Recruitment UK, based in the Midlands, has acquired recruitment agency Drivers Relief! to strengthen its client base and coverage.
Driver / People Management
Jardine Motors Group has taken action to sustainably manage its waste oil as part of a collaboration with Veolia.
Lubricants & Systems
Scania has launched its Sauna-Series cab, which has been designed to help drivers reduce their stress and improve their wellbeing on the road.
Driver Assistance Systems
Alexander Dennis is preparing its AD24 aftermarket service for an increase in vehicle refurbishments through its workshops as operators continue to lengthen the life of their fleets.
Bus & Coach
Waste management and construction company Smiths is using a mobile brake tester from Totalkare at its Gloucester depot that has a maximum load of 16,000kg.
Brakes & Braking Systems
First York has redeployed its Optare Versa bus in a passenger-carrying service following an upgrade of the vehicle’s electric power system.
Bus & Coach
Derbyshire-based tipper operator Tipworx has reported accurate vehicle weight recording, faster invoicing and improved customer service since signing up with Mandata one year ago.
Construction Equipment