Bridgestone Mobility Solutions company Webfleet is to enable the integration of its telematics solutions in all MAN trucks with the existing OEM hardware Rio Box.
Truck Efficiency
Dover-based GK Friend Haulage has enhanced its ties with Fruehauf after adding two stepframe bathtub tipping trailers to its fleet.
Tipping Gear
Scotland-based CTV Commercial Body Repairs is using a set of six Stertil Koni mobile column lifts, each of which providing a lifting capacity of around 7.5 tonnes.
Lifting Equipment
Scotland-based Scotch whisky producer Chivas Brothers is using an all-electric tractor unit as part of a partnership with Volvo Trucks.
Tractor Units
Scania has confirmed trucks fitted with its updated cruise control system can save up to 2% fuel on undulated roads while typically maintaining the same average speed.
Truck Efficiency
Dennis Eagle has appointed Keith Day as managing director, replacing Kevin Else, who retired at the end of April.
Truck Efficiency
Juratek has expanded its product portfolio to include more brake pads and discs to fit electric vehicles (EV).
Electric Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK has partnered with Solomon Commercials to launch its fridge-bodied eActros electric truck based on a 4x2 eActros 300.
Truck Efficiency
Electra Commercial Vehicles has launched its 12.5-tonne eCargo electric waste vehicle platform with a 3330mm wheelbase, making it suitable for operators facing decarbonisation challenges.
Truck Efficiency
Two Knowles drivers have completed the Train the Trainer programme, enabling them to complete an assessment on drivers to become more fuel efficient and safer.
Apprenticeships
DAF Trucks has appointed David J. Kiss managing director (MD) in the UK, following the departure of Laurence Drake who has decided to pursue an external career.
Truck Efficiency
Merseyside-based operator haulier James Shaw & Son is using Truckfile’s digital management systems to keep its fleet of 36 tractor units and 59 trailers safe and compliant.
Trailers