Heavy transport operator John Somerscales has taken delivery of two new Volvo FH-540 6x4 tractors, both featuring I-Shift Crawler gearboxes and Tandem Axle Lift systems.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Reading Buses has renewed its contract with MiX Telematics for a further three years, saying the system has “proved itself thoroughly”.
Driver / People Management
A reformulated Texaco engine oil product is one of the first to be launched in Europe under a new Delo branding from corporate parent Chevron.
Lubricants & Systems
Go-Ahead London has taken delivery of the first 39 Enviro400H double-deck buses with Series E hybrid technology, developed by Alexander Dennis (ADL) and BAE Systems.
Bus & Coach
Dennis Eagle is unveiling its new electric refuse collection vehicle in Munich this week, at the IFAT trade fair (14-18 May).
Electric Vehicles
Glass supplier Ultra Tough has upgraded its fleet with ten Euro VI DAF trucks, supplied on contract hire from Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
On 18 May, Shell's concept diesel tractor-trailer combination, developed with designer AirFlow, begins a coast-to-coast road trip across the USA.
Trailers
Collier Haulage has taken delivery of a highly specified Bulkmaster tipper, from Thompsons – the first time the operator has moved away from general-purpose tipper bodies.
Cameras and sensors in trucks are 50% more effective in preventing road fatalities than low-entry cab designs.
Road Safety
Demolition and waste management company GBM UK has taken delivery of its first Volvo truck, an FH16-650 6x4 tractor plated for 120-tonne operations.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
An enhanced programme and impressive speaker line-up are promised for the 2018 Microlise Transport Conference.
Telematics
The pan-industry conference from the telematics supplier covers logistics, driver training, technology, legislation and enforcement, and more
Health & Safety Legislation