Strongs aimed to showcase the versatility of its body conversions for both on and off-road applications at the Show. On display at the CV Show, the Strongs full body conversion on the Ford Ranger had an internal length of 2300 mm, together with an internal height of 1100 mm. This carrying capacity enables the vehicle […]
Since FTA launched the Van Excellence scheme in 2010 it has accredited a wide variety of van fleet operators, including many high profile businesses such as BT Fleet, Balfour Beatty, British Gas, Sainsbury’s, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Network Rail. “We are proud to be associated with the FTA & the Van Excellence Scheme. The […]
“The Mercedes-Benz pickup will contribute nicely to our global growth targets,” said Dr. Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the board of management Daimler AG, and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division. “We will enter this segment with our distinctive brand identity and all of the vehicle attributes that are typical of the brand with regard to safety, comfort, powertrains, […]
The guide, which has been developed with the transport industry, sets out important information like: who’s responsible for load securing the consequences of poor load securing how DVSA enforces the rules on load securing It gives practical advice about loading on different types of vehicles and carrying different types of loads. The guide includes ‘how to’ videos can be viewed […]
The decision follows a successful trial that HSS claims led to fuel savings of 12% and a safer standard of driving. HSS will be installing Lightfoot in all new 3.5-tonne Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit vans, its Mercedes Vito vans used by fitters, and its Vauxhall Corsa vans used by sales teams. This will mean […]
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent used the event to showcase its comprehensive range of temperature controlled vehicles, which are available through a 21-strong branch network across the UK. As the centrepiece of its stand at IFE this year, Enterprise Flex-E-Rent featured the newest vehicle in its temperature controlled rental fleet – the latest Mercedes Citan L panel van, […]
Entries will also be accepted from international based organisations and each finalist will have one representative invited to a Gala Dinner at the London Lancaster Hotel. “Our Annual Awards are a unique opportunity to recognise individuals and companies for their outstanding contributions to the success of the profession, giving organisations the platform to both publicise […]
The Android app is available for the TomTom PRO 827x series and extends the use of its photo capture capability and geo location tracking to help companies running a transport operation to manage everyday processes more efficiently. Daily vehicle checks in the VOSA / DVSA format allow drivers to capture details of any defects, with […]
Production also increased 6.5% in first two months of 2015, with 13,787 CVs manufactured, and demand from domestic market drove sector performance, buoyed by strong exports. "The surge in output from UK commercial vehicle manufacturers in February has put the sector on a strong footing for the year ahead," commented Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive. […]
The news – which was included in George Osborne’s Budget Statement, is considered a bitter blow for the freight and logistics industry by the FTA, who said that it is disappointed that the Government has disregarded category 3 tolls (lorries, large buses and coaches) and that it does nothing to address the punitive level of […]
