The CrossClimate tyres combine summer and winter tyre technologies to bring the same levels of grip, road holding, energy efficiency and durability expected of a Michelin summer tyre, while maintaining winter performance comparable to a Michelin winter tyre. At the blue light fleet event, held at the MIRA proving ground in Warwickshire, attendees tested the […]
The business, which is based in the East and West of Scotland, has been trading for 37 years and handles construction, refurbishment and maintenance work in both public and private sectors. The company operates a mixed fleet of 65 vans and 26 cars for its field operatives and staff, all on contract hire. The commercial […]
These are the findings of a straw poll of more than 400 transport industry decision-makers who were attending the RHA Compliance Conference in Coventry last week. The poll also found that nearly three quarters (73%) of industry delegates don’t use tachograph data for anything other than driver hour compliance. The poll was taken by telematics […]
Following an investment of close to £1 million, the Iveco-owned dealership has been fully equipped and fitted out with the latest in vehicle maintenance and diagnostic equipment – including a brand new tachograph bay and brake roller tester. The new Croydon dealership features vehicle ramps in nine of the 12 work bays, manned by a […]
Mr Baker-Hood joins Venson from Ludus Leisure, where he was a CAD engineer for outdoor play equipment. In this role he was responsible for the issuing of production and manufacture drawings using AutoCad from 2D and 3D draught models, as well as liaising with architects and installation engineers. Prior to that he was a CAD […]
The waste management and recycling firm runs a fleet of 20 vehicles, ranging from trucks and vans to pickups and cars, and is using the Masternaut Connect telematics system for vehicle tracking, reducing instances of speeding, and improving vehicle utilisation. The technology provides a real-time view of Chadwicks Recycling’s fleet at any time, giving fleet […]
As a leading provider of corporate vehicle rental in the UK, Nexus provides any vehicle, anytime, anywhere through access to over 500,000 rental vehicles in over 1,750 rental locations. It is also focused on delivering outstanding customer service through its people, technology and service partners. The company is one of a number of fleet service […]
The vehicle is characterised by the PanAmericana badge at the rear and on the B-pillar, the fins on the radiator grille and the styling line above the side sill in Flash Red and black. Wheel arch mouldings and flared side sills underscore the vehicle's sporty image. Interior features include decorative strips on the seats in […]
The British sportscar maker will be entering the entry level version of the iconic Caterham Seven, the 160, rated as the most economical in the company’s history and the most cost-effective two-seater sportscar on the market. The 160 is powered by a super-compact, turbocharged three-cylinder Suzuki engine, which enables it to achieve an impressive 57.6mpg, […]
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 […]
