Synergy Braking Technology is a new friction brand for commercial vehicle brakes developed by Synergy Braking.
Brakes & Braking Systems
Aerodynamics and CFD (computational fluid dynamics) consultancy TotalSim has been awarded funding from OLEV (Office for Low Emission Vehicles) and Innovate UK to develop an aerodynamics configurator for commercial vehicles.
Aerodynamics
Hebridean haulier DR MacLeod has taken delivery of its first Mercedes-Benz truck – a high-spec Actros tractor, selected after successfully trialling a demonstrator for a week.
Tractor Units
Montracon’s new MT45 plant and machinery carrier will make its debut at this year’s CV Show (25—27 April 2017, NEC, Birmingham).
Trailers
Finnish trailer manufacturer Ekeri Trailers will be showing a new Ekeri ADR EX III semi-trailer, as purchased by specialist carrier, LSS of Bristol, at the CV Show (25—27 April, NEC, Birmingham).
Trailers
BPW has announced that it will use the forthcoming Commercial Vehicle Show (25-27 April; NEC, Birmingham) to showcase its drum and disc brake axles, featuring Eco Plus 3 hubs with Eco Air Compact suspension.
AxlesDuring production the split pin for the brake pedal cross shaft may not have been correctly installed, which could result in a reduction of braking effort. Recall all affected vehicles to check and, if required, fit a split pin or further secure the currently installed split pin. Vehicle ID: A731408 to B742429
Recalls
Dublin City Council has implemented Sentinel Systems’ vehicle cameras to two of its MAN 32.440 Hyva hookloaders.
Road Safety
Roofing products supplier Molan has taken delivery of nine Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and two DAF trucks, all on contract hire through Ryder.
Finance & Leasing
Shell has launched a website it says is designed to help fleet managers optimise the efficiency of business operations.
Driver / People Management
BT Fleet says it intends to showcase several of its outsourced fleet management service offerings at this year’s CV Show (25—27 April 2017, NEC, Birmingham).
Driver / People Management
Masternaut is now working with Allstar Business Solutions on what the pair describe as “a smarter fuel card solution”.
Driver / People Management