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14th September 2022 Haulier James Shaw & Son says it has benefitted from using Truckfile for vehicle maintenance recording.  The operator has seen efficiency rise thanks to reductions in time and hassle thanks to the new digital management systems. The Merseyside-based operator now uses Truckfile packages to keep its fleet of 36 tractor units and

13th September 2022 A formal update of tacho guidance has been implemented by the DVSA, following a campaign by the Road Haulage Association (RHA).  The RHA has previously highlighted difficulties for drivers surrounding the regulation relating to keeping 28 days of driving records. As a result, the DVSA has now acted, following weeks of uncertainty

12th September 2022 With London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) in mind, CEMEX has invested in 10 tippers – all Volvo FM 460 8x4s.  The new trucks will be based at the operator’s Greenwich. From there, they will all deliver aggregates and sand to construction sites across the capital.  Many attributes were key to Volvo winning

9th September 2022 Irish operator Henderson Foodservice is progressing its fleet replacement scheme with a £1.9m investment in Renault Trucks. As a result, 18 vehicles from the French manufacturer’s range will join the foods provider.  For example, the order will include four 26-tonne D Wide 6x2s. In addition, Henderson will take delivery of 14 standard

8th September 2022 A reader’s poll in German magazine Auto Bild has seen MAN’s eTGM win a ‘Green Track Award’. Readers were asked to vote in six categories and subsequently voted the truck top of the ‘last mile’ category. The electric truck triumphed for a number of reasons, according to the magazine. For example, it

7th September 2022 When looking for a UK-based customer to trial its ContiConnect 2.0 platform, Continental found the perfect fit.  G.Webb is long-time beneficiary of the Continental Digital Solutions range.  Therefore, the company had practical knowledge and experience to support the system’s development.  Tyre pressure monitoring systems are fitted to the vast majority of G.

6th September 2022 Turners (Soham) Ltd has received another DAF FTP 6×2, making it 1,000 three-axle tractor units for the operator.  The latest addition to the fleet is a XF450 FTP and forms part of an intake of 69 vehicles. As a result, the Cambridgeshire company now has more than 2,000 vehicles on its fleet.

5th September 2022 Tessa Wilson, a GXO graduate has taken a six-month secondment as a project officer in Uganda. Specifically, her role is part of Transaid’s Professional Driver Training project in the country.  Therefore, Wilson will help with the increasing demand for truck and PSV drivers in Uganda. During her time in Uganda, she will

2nd September 2022 Optimising fleet performance has been given a boost with the arrival of FORS Transport Planner. The technology has been developed with The Algorithm People (TAP), thereby aiming to make life easier for businesses.  Fleets are experiencing spiralling costs, however, FORS Transport Planner is designed to help out.  For example, algorithms will work

1st September 2022 Livestock nutrition company Harbro has invested in three Iveco trucks as it gives its fleet a bit of a refresh. Arriving are a 6×2 rigid drawbar unit and two new Iveco S-Way 6×2 mid-lift tractors. The S-Way 6×2 6.7m chassis (AS260S42Y/PS) is fitted with a 7.9m curtain sided body. In addition, it

30th August 2022 A fleet stocked exclusively by a rival manufacturer now features a brand new Volvo FM 460. The Globetrotter 8×4 tipper has joined Banbury-based A C Services after previous experience of used trucks. Choosing a Volvo was, specifically, down to impressive fuel returns from those two other vehicles. In addition, A C Services

26th August 2022 There’s a new fleet flagship at Mr Plant Hire courtesy of French truck manufacturer Renault. The plant hire specialist has taken delivery of a C430 8×2 tag, which also uses the company’s new branding. The new C430 joins the eight-strong fleet on a like-for-like replacement as part of the company’s 5-year renewal

23rd August 2022 UK and European haulier MDF Transport has clocked nearly 400,000 miles on one vehicle, using Michelin X Multi Energy tyres. The operator has reported that the long-lasting rubber has run on the drive axle of one of its Volvo FH trucks. MDF Transport specifies all of its new vehicles with Michelin tyres

22nd August 2022 UK traffic commissioners will once again be the main attraction at Logistics UK’s Transport Manager 2022 autumn conference series. The events, which will take place from September to December, will update delegates on latest guidance and priorities for the coming year.  Therefore, it offers a great opportunity for transport managers to maintain

19th August 2022 Welsh operator K1 logistics has committed to a new truck brand, welcoming six new FH models to its fleet.  The new vehicles are all 460s, with I-Save Globetrotter 6×2 tractor units. In addition, the company will take delivery of a further two models later in the year. The new trucks replace equivalent

18th August 2022 A recent workshop upgrade is set to benefit Mercedes-Benz and FUSO truck operators and drivers in Hampshire.  The Marshall Truck & Van site there has seen investments of £1 million in the facilities.  As a result, the workshop has expanded at the Andover site to accommodate an additional two bays, joining the

17th August 2022 A total of 26 new generation DAF XF tractor units have been supplied to Warburtons through Asset Alliance Group. Britain’s largest baker has made the investment in its fleet, thereby strengthening its ties with the commercial vehicle specialist.  The 26 DAF XF tractor units are all 480s and are direct replacements for

16th August 2022 A Volvo driver training course looks set to one fleet operator more than £60,000 a year in fuel. Potato business Branston has revealed the savings across its 33 Volvo vehicles.  For example, the company boosted average driver scores by 10 points using the Volvo Connect system. In addition, it improved fleet efficiency

15th August 2022 Tesco’s latest fleet additions are electric with Renault Trucks suppling an 18-tonne E-Tech D Wide.  The truck is Tesco’s first electric model at that payload, thereby adding to the supermarket’s green credentials. In addition, the company is set to welcome more zero-emission trucks in the coming weeks. For now, though, the E-Tech

12th August 2022 More DAFs are on their way to Lincolnshire-based agricultural haulier Keyo, thanks to two XGs impressing the operator.  Keyo took delivery of two XG 530 FTGs and the duo have quickly become firm favourites.  As a result, the three-axle tractor units will be joined by two more DAFs later this year. Keyo

11th August 2022 Castell Howell has increased sustainability within its fleet after investing in Eco-Drive systems from Carrier Transicold. The food wholesaler has taken delivery of two Volvo FH trucks, as well as a Grey & Adams trailer with the technology. As a result, the operator can now drive its Carrier Transicold Vector trailer systems

10th August 2022 Galaxy Insulation & Dry Lining Ltd has become the latest FORS accredited operator to attain FORS Gold status.  In other words, it is recognition that the company’s fleet transport activities have achieved benchmark levels of safety, efficiency and environmental protection. The Uxbridge-based operator achieved Bronze accreditation in December 2019. However, it was

9th August 2022 When it needed to up its safety levels in London, Gold Fish Transport found that Mercedes-Benz had the answer. Better visibility, which is essential in the capital was provided in the form of the German manufacturer’s Econic. The construction materials distributor runs a fleet of 30 trucks from its base in Brentwood,

8th August 2022 A WordSkills UK finalist has been named winner of the Scania UK Apprentice of the Year 2022 Award. George Hinkley, from South Mimms service centre, triumphed at the competition at Scania’s Loughborough technical centre. On his way to the title, Hinkley battled with fellow candidates Ben Woodbine, Purfleet, Kevin Latta and Andrew

5th August 2022 Wheel loss detection technology from Wheely-Safe has gained DVSA recognition.  The latest version of the company’s technology combines brake and hub temperature monitoring with an intelligent TPMS. As a result, it has become one of the first products recognised by the DVSA. The new scheme, launched earlier this year, enables non-statutory road

4th August 2022 Fourteen Multilift Commander container-handling HGVs from Enterprise Flex-E-Rent are heading to the High Speed 2 project.  The deal represents the first of its kind for a UK rental business. In addition, the Hiab-built 32 tonne unit concept has previously only been used in the UK by the military.  Therefore, they are specially

3rd August 2022 Nottingham-based Colson Transport has taken delivery of a Volvo FH16 750 Globetrotter 6×4 tractor unit.  The keys to the new truck have been handed to one of the operator’s longest-serving drivers, in recognition of his service. Colson Transport runs a fleet of around 80 commercial vehicles, the vast majority wearing the Volvo

2nd August 2022 News that the Direct Vision Standard has cut accidents has been welcomed by safety expert Brigade Electronics. However, the company has warned that more could to be done to bring about real change.  The scheme requires trucks above 12 tonnes to hold a specific permit while being driven in London.  In addition,

1st August 2022 Two Fruehauf trailers have joined the fleet at Lincolnshire-based haulier H.C Wright.  As a result, the boss – Jon Wright – says transporting goods has got a lot easier. Specifically, the company is concerned with the movement of grain, sugar beet and seasonal crops. Wright, who is the fifth generation of the

29th July 2022 The ‘Best of the Best’ MAN retailers have been announced by the manufacturer at its 2021 Dealer of the Year Awards. The Awards are held annually recognise and celebrate the achievements of the MAN dealer network.  Winners were decided after a series of regular checks and measures showed they’d gone above and