Trucks

DfT policy paper highlights importance of logistics

The RHA notes the publication today of an important Department for Transport policy paper: Delivering a Sustainable Transport System: The Logistics Perspective.

Transport Secretary renews focus on freight

A new environmentally friendly approach to transporting freight was announced today, as Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon published a blueprint for working with and supporting the industry.

Payload pays off for Plantspeed with Volvo FH16-660

Avonmouth-based heavy haulage operator Plantspeed has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH16-660, equipped with front chassis extensions and the latest VEB+ engine brake. The 8x4 tractor unit is plated for operation at 150 tonnes GCW and forms part of an order for six trucks, the remainder of which will be Volvo FH-520 6x2 tag axle tractor units, plated at 80 tonnes.

VOSA's targeted traffic enforcement drives up road safety

Unsafe lorries that have been taken off the roads have increased by nearly a third (27%) over the last three years, according to the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

Volkswagen sells heavy truck business in Brazil to MAN

Volkswagen AG is to sell its heavy truck business in Brazil to MAN AG, Munich. MAN will purchase Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus Indústria e Comércio de Veículos Comerciais Ltda (VW CO), Resende, for an enterprise value of €1.175 billion. Volkswagen anticipates that the sale will be completed in the first quarter of 2009.

New Renault Magnums on the road with Heathcliff Haulage

Cambridgeshire based Heathcliff Haulage has taken delivery of two new Renault Magnum 500s, through Thompson Commercials at Boston. The 6x2, Euro 5 trucks have high roof, multipass cabs and are among the first new Renault Magnums to go on the road in the UK.

RHA welcomes STPR announcement

The Road Haulage Association welcomes the announcement that the Strategic Transport Projects Review has decided to build a new Forth Road Bridge by 2016.

RHA welcomes prompt payment code

The Road Haulage Association has welcomed the prompt payment code of practice launched today by Business Secretary Lord Mandelson.

Volvo’s hybrids for England and France

Volvo Trucks are set to deliver four hybrid powered refuse trucks to Veolia Propreté, one of the world’s largest refuse handling companies, and next autumn they will start work in London and Paris.

New DAFs help keep the lights burning in Wigan

With 40,000 street lights and illuminated signs to maintain, the street lighting maintenance team at Wigan Council need all the help they can get.

Tyre trial shows fuel cost savings from Continentals

A significant improvement in fuel consumption is emerging from a carefully monitored trial of Continental ‘Eco-Plus’ tyres by Aberdeen-based operator Grampian International Freight Limited.

TomTom WORK truck navigation solution now available

TomTom WORK, the B2B division of TomTom, has announced the availability of its new truck navigation solution. This solution features route information specifically designed for trucks, with relevant information like clearance heights and weight restrictions.