Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 23 and 24 September, the free-to-attend event features seminars in which senior figures from the fire, police and ambulance services share their experiences of co-responding to incidents. The show will also see the launch of a purpose-built 'fire-ambulance' and showcase other innovations such as drones and body-worn video […]
Today, a field service operation is characterised by the running of multiple technologies, from GPS and vehicle-tracking systems to telematics, fleet management and workforce management solutions. Each of these technologies generates vast amounts of data and businesses are increasingly realising the importance of reviewing and monitoring their performance using the data they collect. However, being […]
The Vivaro Surf Concept can accommodate five to six passengers (depending on the seating configuration) along with sport and fitness equipment, thanks to its separate cargo area of 3.2m3 – or 4.0m3 for the long wheelbase version. It also offers a total permissible weight of up to one tonne. Other practical features include automatic door […]
Taking place on 23 October 2015 at ArenaMK in Milton Keynes, VAN Fleet World Live will be providing a static exhibition, interactive fleet seminar programme and exciting ride and drive event for van fleet operators. At the event, Milestone will be showcasing details of their full commercial motor offering. Based in Leeds, with offices located […]
The truck is geo-fenced to operate in urban areas where it can make a maximum reduction in air pollution, and will cover 60-90 miles per day. Its range-extender is programmed to operate on routes such as motorways, where local pollution is less of an issue. UPS said the trial will assess whether this can be […]
The contract will support the significant growth in the McNicholas telecommunication team’s contract to install and service high-speed fibre optic broadband and digital television across the UK. The agreement comprises 262 Caddy Maxi and 110 Transporter T26 models, with the Caddy Maxi chosen due to the flexibility offered by its longer wheelbase. The extended body […]
The local authority aims to improve fleet performance and driver safety, and enhance visibility into potential liability claims. The GreenRoad system continuously monitors and analyses 150 separate vehicle movements, detecting events such as sudden acceleration, harsh braking and sharp cornering. Drivers are alerted to their risky behaviour in near-real time via an easy-to-use dashboard display, creating […]
Dubbed ZERE – an acronym for Zero Emissions Range Extender, the van is on display at the stand for fuel cell technology provider, Intelligent Energy, and demonstrates how fuel cell technology used for range extension can help overcome the disadvantages of poor range and long recharging times inherent in many battery electric vehicles. The prototype […]
On sale from late 2015, the model brings an updated powertrain range, offering improvements in fuel consumption of up to 17%. The improved diesel line-up features a 160hp variant of Ford’s latest 2.2-litre TDCi engine – delivering increased output compared to the 125hp and 150hp engines in the outgoing model along with 43.5 mpg and 171g/km […]
Three generations of Transit going under the hammer at the south coast auctioneers in July included a 1997, ex-utility Transit Mk.3, a popular 2007, long wheelbase, high roof 2.5 litre diesel Mk.4 and a 2014 long wheelbase, medium roof Transit Mk.5 with just 22,000 miles under its belt. The newest Transit, the 2014 long-wheelbase, reached […]
