LDV will fully rebrand as Maxus from April this year and will launch two new models at the Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC, Birmingham; 28-30 April).
Electric Vehicles
Driver behaviour technology provider Lightfoot has received a ringing endorsement from The University of Bath’s Chris Brace, professor of automotive propulsion and director of the Institute of Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (IAAPS), who says Lightfoot is “one of the only ways to simultaneously improve fuel efficiency and cut NOx”.
Driver / People Management
Avon Material Supplies (AMS) is rolling out the Wheely-Safe Heavy technology across its fleet, following a successful trial in which the technology proved its worth by preventing a potential wheel detachment.
Road Safety
Northern Ireland Volvo dealership Dennison Commercials is aiming to raise £50,000 for a children’s hospice to mark 50 years in business.
Dealerships
Construction and infrastructure services business Kier has signed a five-year deal with Rivus Fleet Solutions for management of the operator’s 7,000-strong fleet.
Finance & Leasing
Bridgestone has announced that its Duravis R002 tyres have beaten competitor products for performance in wet conditions, in tests performed by TUV SUD.
Tyres & Retreads
Two-thirds of road transport professionals say their fleets have added Euro VI diesel vehicles to boost their environmental credentials, while only 18% of fleets have added alternatively fuelled vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
Permanent
Working Pattern – Typically 37.5hrs - The Fleet service is required to support 24/7 emergency transport service therefore flexibility is required
Location: Pallion, Sunderland.
Bath Bus Company has added two more Volvo B5TL buses to its fleet, as part of its plans to introduce Euro VI-compliant vehicles ahead of forthcoming low emission zones in Bath and Bristol.
Bus & Coach
The Grampian Truck Show is returning after a 13-year absence and will be run as a not-for-profit event to raise money for local charities Charlie House and STV Children’s Appeal.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Waste management and recycling business B&M Waste Services has deployed a new brake testing solution at its Wirral headquarters, and is reporting “significant” time savings.
Workshop
Harsh has introduced upgrades to its hookloader range, promising an “unbeatable specification” for certain operations.
Lifting Equipment