Trucks
Truckstops – freight industry let down by government
The Freight Transport Association says that the freight industry has been let down by the lack of a national policy for lorry parking.
Ray’s Transport get 10 out of 10 from Volvo
Cheshire-based, Ray’s Transport Ltd, have added three new Volvo FH-480 articulated trucks to replace older vehicles in their all-Volvo fleet.
Volvo receives support for field test of DME technology
The Swedish Energy Agency has granted AB Volvo SEK 12.8 M (£ 1.08m) in support for field testing of the third-generation DME technology for heavy vehicles.
Have your fill of Tippers and Tankers at the CV Show 2008
If you operate within the tanker or tipping sector, you don’t need telling that yours is a sector of the transport industry that can be a real minefield of legislation and regulation.
Foreign lorries – name and shame the villains
The Freight Transport Association says that the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA), responsible for checking legal compliance of lorries and their drivers, should compile and publish a list of the foreign lorry operators who most frequently break regulations on roadworthiness, overloading and drivers’ hours.
Iveco fleet rolls out for Dyson Insulations
Iveco dealer Northern Commercials is in the process of supplying Dyson Insulations Ltd with 35 Iveco Eurocargo 75E16Ss and 20 Daily 35C15s to join its fleet of 155 commercial vehicles – of which 75 per cent will be fleet additions.
Scania increases presence in Arab markets on the Gulf
Scania is establishing an industrial facility in Dubai for bodybuilding and equipping complete vehicles.
More payload, better traction and increased manoeuvrability
Successful long-term evaluation of DAF’s CF85 6 x 2 tag axle FTR tractor by a leading West Country transport company has led to its adoption by DAF as a fully-approved, mainstream model.
Overnight service - seals the deal for Gazeway’s latest Volvo FM
Volvo Truck and Bus Centre East Anglia’s Kettering depot’s ability to service Gazeway Limited’s trucks overnight was a major factor in the Wellingborough company’s decision to continue to choose Volvo.
Free software at CV Show
Rather than a complimentary pen, drink coaster or, box of mints, Road Tech Computer Systems Limited will be giving visitors to their stand (Hall 18, Stand 009) something altogether more useful; a free CD copy of their Tachomaster tachograph analysis software.
Cenex and JLP discuss challenges on low carbon transportation
At a recent conference held at the Sir Bernard Miller Centre in Cookham, Berkshire, Cenex, the UK’s first national Centre of Excellence for low carbon and fuel cell technologies, and The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) laid down an Eco Van and Eco Lorry Challenge to the UK commercial vehicle supply chain.
DAF wins major awards
During last week’s Bus World Asia exhibition in Shanghai, DAF was honored with two major awards: ‘Best Bus Engine Producer of the Year 2008’ and ‘Best Coach Engine Producer of the Year 2008’.
CV Show debut for new on-board axle load indicator from Axtec
Axle and gross overloads are a potential headache for operators of almost all vehicles, especially those on multi-drop work or collecting loads. Fines are up to £5,000, and even worse is the threat to your O-licence.
First Renault for JH Rose & Sons
Dorset based bulk haulage contractor, JH Rose & Sons Ltd., has taken delivery of a 6x4 Renault Premium Lander 370.26, through Renault Trucks Southampton. It is the first Renault to join the company’s fleet, which is currently made up of Volvo, DAF and ERF.
Renault Maxity carries weight at ASC Metals Lincoln
Multi-metal stockholder, ASC Metals Lincoln Ltd., has taken delivery of a new Renault Maxity 130.35 with 6-speed gearbox, through Renault Trucks Distributor, Thompson Commercials. It is the first Renault to join the company’s fleet and replaces its Nissan Cabstar.