Volvo Trucks has announced that it is building fully electric concept trucks for construction and regional distribution, and says a pilot will begin soon with “selected customers” in Europe.
Electric Vehicles
Essex-based container transport business KBC Logistics is reporting swift payback from its Verilocation trailer tracking software, after using the system to successfully recover misplaced trailers.
Telematics
The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) is calling on HGV fleet operators to complete its online mileage survey by 15 January.
Fleet Operating Costs
Parcel delivery business Tuffnells has taken delivery of the first of a 35-strong order for Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, with the operator highlighting, in particular, the new model’s technological capabilities.
Telematics
North Lanarkshire-based Davidsons Animal Feeds is midway through a two-year trial of two high-spec Volvo FM tag axle tractors, hauling non-tipping Muldoon trailers, and says the combination has proved to be “a revelation”.
Trailers
Staffordshire-based haulier NJ Docksey says Jost axle systems are key to its reputation for delivering a first-class service to the construction industry.
Axles
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz Econics as part of a refuse collection vehicle fleet upgrade.
Municipal Vehicles
Achates Power is developing six-cylinder engine in three, by doubling up pistons.
Engine/Transmission Management
Hendy Group’s heavy truck division has become the first IVECO dealer in the UK to be included in the manufacturer’s top 20 service providers in Europe.
Dealerships
DJ Coaches is rolling out a Michelin-only policy after finding that its Michelin tyres are lasting up to 140,000km longer than a premium competitor brand fitted to newer vehicles in the 27-strong fleet.
Tyres & Retreads
Gatwick Group has taken delivery of two Volvo FM rigids for its specialist crane truck fleet, used on contracts with airport operators and Network Rail.
Rigids
IVECO dealer Guest Truck and Van is helping operators to overcome any concerns about range with alternatively fuelled vehicles, with its latest practical demonstration carried out for online retailer Ocado.
Alternative Fuels