Cornwall Refrigerated Transport Services (CRTS) is reporting improved visibility and control for its Cornwall and West Devon commercial vehicle movements since installing real-time GPS tracking, from Verilocation.
Tracking
Highway maintenance contractor Irvine Grenson says its implementation of AGM Telematics’ RouteMaster tracking system has meant it has its “finger on the pulse” at all times.
Telematics
Fleet managers from UK emergency services have given the thumbs up to Michelin’s new CrossClimate tyres – the first summer tyres with winter capabilities – following a day of testing at the MIRA proving ground.
Tyres & Retreads
Waste management business Chadwicks Recycling is reporting fuel and insurance cost savings across its 20-strong fleet, after installing Masternaut Connect telematics, and says the solution “pays for itself”.
Telematics
Gravesend-based Jewels Tours has added the third Scania to its fleet, this time choosing the Irizar i6 body instead of the Irizar PB.
Bus & Coach
Millbrook is acquiring Finnish winter vehicle and tyre test operation Test World for its winter tracks and specialist tyre testing capabilities.
Alternative Fuels
Hiab has launched a new skiploader, claimed to offer up to 500kg more payload than conventional alternatives, as well as a range of new safety and operational features.
Construction Equipment
Pan-European distributor Alcaline has extended its fleet with two FP25 dry freight box trailers from Schmitz Cargobull.
Trailers
Transport operators may be missing a trick with technology, as almost nine in 10 still use paper-based processes to manage vehicle walkaround checks.
Driver / People Management
Millbrook has announced that the proving ground attracted more than 2,850 visitors to last week’s (9—10 September 2015) low carbon vehicle event, Cenex LCV2015.
Alternative Fuels
Iveco-owned dealership Grays Truck & Van has relocated its Croydon dealership to the former site of Croydon Airport, with full facilities for commercial vehicle sales, service and parts.
Dealerships
DAF Trucks is exhibiting at this week’s RWM 2015 exhibition (Recycling Waste Management, NEC, Birmingham, 15—17 September) in a bid to highlight some of the truck giant’s green credentials.
Social / Corporate Responsibility