Trucks
Dartford Crossing – Scrap tolls says FTA
The Freight Transport Association is dismayed at the decision to give discounts to residents using the Dartford Crossing while increasing charges for everyone else, including local businesses.
Lions, chickens and rock bands: All rescued by Volvo Action Service
Volvo Action Service (VAS) provides a Pan-European breakdown service for Volvo truck, bus and coach operators around the clock. In recent years, VAS has rescued trucks carrying everything from poultry to a trailer transporting lions and several trucks hauling equipment for rock bands on tour.
Better control of fuel and environment with new Dynafleet
The latest generation of Volvo’s web-based transport information system, Dynafleet Online, makes it possible to monitor in detail the environmental performance of each vehicle in the fleet. This will now make it easier for haulage firms to gain control over fuel consumption and emissions.
Mr Plant Hire has high hopes for new Renault Premium
Specialist hire company, Mr. Plant Hire, has taken delivery of a new Renault Premium 370.26, with Optidriver+ gearbox, through Renault Trucks Essex.
May Gurney’s Volvo FH16-660 8x4 Cat 3 heavy haulage tractor
May Gurney, the integrated support and construction services company, has taken delivery of a specialist Volvo FH16-660 8x4 heavy haulage tractor unit at its plant and transport office in Wymondham, Norfolk.
RHA to Unite in Industry Day of Action
As part of the industry day of action planned for 2nd July, the Road Haulage Association will be joining forces with other protest groups, primarily to support the Fuel Price Regulator amendment to the Finance Bill (expected to be debated at that time) and also the seek the introduction of an Essential User Rebate.
Downton unveils new ‘team strip’ for drivers
Downton - one of the UK’s leading independent transport and logistics companies, has teamed up with Raging Bull, the clothing brand headed by England rugby captain, Phil Vickery.
MacNeillie’s horizons go well beyond borders
S. MacNeillie & Son will unveil its all-new 7.5 tonne gvw Protected Escort Vehicle (PEV) at the Defence Vehicle Dynamics show at Millbrook, Bedfordshire next week.
RHA takes over European Tow Show
The Road Haulage Association is pleased to announce it has taken over the European Tow Show following negotiations with Frank McAllister and Roy Jones, the originators of this highly successful event.
FTA International Road Transport Guide 2008
The Freight Transport Association has published the 2008 edition of its International Road Transport Guide – the comprehensive guide to the operation of goods vehicles in over 50 countries throughout Europe and the Middle East.
New support systems to reduce truck accidents
Human error is involved in roughly 90 percent of all traffic accidents with, in the case of truck drivers, fatigue and distraction being the most common causes. With this in mind, Volvo Trucks has been developing several advanced support systems to increase drivers’ control of the situation.
New cab interior for improved comfort and function
Volvo Trucks’ new cab interior for the FH (and FM) trucks is designed to create a work environment with optimum function, space and comfort, based on the results of several studies among drivers and hauliers.
Solar energy makes Volvo dealer climate-neutral
Volvo Trucks inaugurates its first climate-neutral dealership facility. The inauguration is taking place in Verona, Italy. With the help of solar cells on the building’s roof, more energy will be produced than is needed to heat up the offices and workshops.
Volvo Training puts drivers in focus
Volvo has developed an extensive training programme for truck drivers based on ‘real-life’ work situations and traffic conditions. This means Volvo will be well-prepared when the new EU directive 2009/59 – the Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) - takes effect from next year.
Volvo FM launched with new 11-litre engine
Volvo has developed a completely new 11-litre engine for the tractor version of the Volvo FM. Its load capacity makes it ideal for weight-sensitive applications such as tanker and bulk transport in a move to attract customers to a new segment where Volvo sees growth potential.