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 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 […]
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 […]
Under the new agreement BT Fleet will continue to provide fleet management and maintenance services for the AA’s 3,400 breakdown and recovery vehicles, making the AA BT Fleet’s longest external service, maintenance and repair customer. BT Fleet currently carries out 40,000 service and repairs for the AA every year across 65 dedicated garages. As part […]
The conference series aims to give transport managers and those in charge of road transport fleets the opportunity to hear from key industry speakers and experts such as their local Traffic Commissioner on the latest issues affecting their operation, preparing them for the year ahead. One of the key sessions examines the issue of how […]
The 2015 edition of CV Informer is now available to read online, and shows that combined van, truck and trailer assets have increased 10% since 2014 to 513,425. Trucks have shown 12% growth, while vans are up 13%. Motor Transport found that the top ten providers now own 68% of all assets, compared to 57% […]
These events will offer customers the opportunity to see the new models in the metal and take them out for a pre-booked test drive. The fourth-generation of the Caddy Panel van is available in three trim levels – Startline, Trendline and Highline – and with short or Maxi wheelbases. It features new technology, a raft of […]
NRS was using rented vans until 2011, when it purchased its first Mercedes-Benz Sprinters. Today, the Midlands-based company runs a fleet of 294 Mercedes-Benz vans. All are the subject of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services contract hire agreements and operate from a number of locations across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. They will be maintained within the […]
