National Galleries of Scotland (NGS) has taken delivery of an Orion E electric bus – the first to go into operation in the UK.
Electric Vehicles
Somerset-based haulier Massey Wilcox has returned to Tiger Trailers with an order for 16 tri-axle curtainsiders, saying the manufacturer delivers trailers that are “built to last, every time”.
Trailers
Waste management operator Stericycle has adopted the Surecam connected vehicle camera solution, from Intelligent Telematics, as part of its strategy to improve road safety and reduce fleet costs.
Road Safety
Ground handling business Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has taken delivery of 12 new 18-tonne IVECO Eurocargo trucks for its operation at Heathrow Airport.
Emissions Control
Peter Shakespeare turns his spotlight on to overcoming the biggest cause of MOT failure among most types of commercial vehicles – lamps and their adjustment
Road Safety
Emissions legislation in the United States has led to the development of a new generation of eco-friendly engine lubricants. Peter Shakespeare investigates
Emissions Control
The first of a series of IRTE discussions brought together 13 industry figures in April, at the CV Show. The wide-ranging conversation touched on emissions regulations, platooning, alternative fuels, and training and recruitment of young engineers. Will Dalrymple listened in
Apprenticeships
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Health & Safety Legislation
Rising customer expectations, but decreasing engine sizes, are squeezing the coach conversion business from both ends. Electric drivetrains are another new trend, reports Steve Banner
Battery Technology
An 18-month study of damaged motorway tyres and tyre fragments by Bridgestone and Highways England has estimated that tyre punctures, underinflation and maintenance problems were the most significant causes of tyre failure
Tyres & Retreads
Tyre sealants are claimed to provide remedial and preventative solutions to road damage. Fleet engineers need to understand where a vehicle is working and how far it travels before considering them. Kevin Swallow reports
Tyres & Retreads
Many commercial vehicle operators now offer D-CPC training courses. That’s a good thing, as their familiarity with the day-to-day problems faced by drivers may offer greater practical insight than independent trainers. Steve Banner reports
Continuing Professional Development