Craig Haulage, one of Scotland’s leading transport operators, has taken delivery of four new MAN Euro 6 26.480 6x2 TGS tractor units with LX cabs – with for more due to be added to its 68-strong fleet later this year.
Tractor Units
Health check alerts have been introduced by Chevin to monitor each installation of its FleetWave fleet management software.
Fleet Management Systems
Hundreds of drivers will have the opportunity to test WheelRight’s revolutionary tyre pressure system tomorrow (Tuesday 14 April 2015) at the CV Show (14—16 April, NEC Birmingham).
Tyres & Retreads
Engine remapping specialist Viezu Technologies has relocated and expanded its operations to meet growing demand for its services – particularly from LCV fleets.
Engine/Transmission Management
Bus and coach registrations were up by 15% in March -- the third consecutive monthly increase – according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Bus & Coach
Microlise has extended its telematics software range with a remote digital tachograph product, enabling transport managers to download vehicle and driver data as often as every 24 hours.
Driver / People Management
Commercial vehicle repair business Truck and Trailer Services says it is expecting “substantial” cost savings from improved workshop efficiency, following its implementation of the r2C Online Service Network platform.
Workshop Management Systems
Budget UK has chosen Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as its sole LCV supplier for a new van rental service in London.
Panel Vans
Haulage firm Hawk Express has taken delivery of five Renault Range T460.25 6x2 E6 tractors with sleeper cabs, making its fleet now 100% Renault.
Tractor Units
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service has replaced some of its fleet with a selection of vehicles from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, including the Crafter, Transporter and Caddy models.
Emergency Service Vehicles
Commercial vehicle registrations in March were up by more than 25%, according to latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), and were buoyed by further recovery in the truck sector, which posted a 45% increase.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
FORS (the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) has achieved its 3,000th company accreditation, with the certification of Worksop, Nottinghamshire-based portable roadway access specialist TPA Portable Roadways.
Driver / People Management