There is a possibility that the bracket holding the air conditioning compressor onto the engine is not properly tightened. As a result, there is a risk that this bracket might break during driving. If this occurs, the air conditioning compressor might become detached from the vehicle and could potentially fall on to the road. Vehicle IDs: YARVABHSHGZ066917 to YARVBBHXHGZ095035
RecallsThere is a possibility that the relay linked to the electrical circuit of the starter is out of specification. As such, the relay might be blocked in a closed position. If this occurs, there is a risk of the starter overheating and a theoretical risk of fire. Also, if left in gear, the vehicle could also start to move. Vehicle IDs: VBBHV####GZ036716 to VBBHV####GZ050511; VFAHK####GZ036997 to VFAHK####GZ050518; VBBHV####GZ035341 to VBBHV####GZ049023
Recalls
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Health & Safety Legislation
Bus and coach manufacturer Alexander Dennis (ADL) hosted a visit from Theresa May last week (23 August), during which she announced export finance support for British businesses and celebrated the bus maker’s order from Metrobús for 90 low-emission double-deck buses.
Bus & Coach
Building product manufacturer Lindab is replacing its entire 32-strong fleet with new vehicles on a supply and full-service lease contract with Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
Removals firm and haulier JWD Enterprises has ordered a second 7.5-tonne Fuso Canter, after reporting excellent performance from its first, identical vehicle.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Masternaut is partnering with Telefleet Insurance to launch the first telematics-based insurance solution for the UK market.
Fleet Operating Costs
Plant, tool and equipment hire business A-Plant is reporting positive results since signing with Fleet Source for the provision of nationwide driver CPC training.
Driver CPC
British manufacturer CGON has unveiled new hydrogen additive technology, fitted within the engine bay, which can cut emissions by up to 80% and offer fuel savings of up to 20%.
Emissions Control
Fleet managers could save thousands of pounds if they upgrade to the latest Transit Custom, after the announcement earlier this week (22 August) of the Ford scrappage scheme.
Emissions Control
GCH Haulage is reporting significant fuel savings, after taking delivery of a two-year-old Mercedes-Benz Arocs tipper.
Rigids
Royal Mail has begun trials this week of nine fully electric commercial vehicles, from British manufacturer Arrival.
Electric Vehicles