The Fleet Engineer for transport and storage specialist TP Niven has praised Michelin for its role in ensuring his vehicles can operate at maximum utilisation during these unprecedented times. In an email to Michelin Account Manager Gary Scott, Duncan McFegan wrote: “Your help in keeping our fleet on the road… Read more »
Michelin wins back fuel tanker fleet policy within two years
Newton Abbot-based heating oil and fuel specialist Heltor has returned to a full Michelin tyre policy across its fleet of more than 50 commercial vehicles, less than two years after switching to a competing premium brand. Following the move, Heltor closely monitored the performance of the new tyres against existing… Read more »
CSG keeps rolling with Bandvulc
Major waste management group, CSG, has committed to a further two years with Bandvulc, the specialist retread subsidiary of Continental, as it seeks to reduce both capital expenditure and management time on its vehicle fleet operations, while maintaining high safety and environmental standards. The decision takes the tyre management contract… Read more »
Michelin and AS 24 join forces to launch Fleet Diag 24
Sustainable mobility sector leader Michelin and AS 24 – a subsidiary of Total, Europe’s number one network of dedicated service stations for Heavy Trucks Vehicles, with 986 outlets in 28 countries – have joined forces to launch and experiment Fleet Diag 24, a new diagnostic offer designed to inspect truck… Read more »
Michelin grows tyre contract with Huntapac Produce
Michelin has renewed a five-year tyre contract with Preston-based Huntapac Produce – one of the largest vegetable and salad producers in the UK – following a competitive tender which pitched the manufacturer against rival brands. The Effitires agreement will see Michelin continue to specify X Multi regional tyres across the… Read more »
Chichester council renews with Bandvulc
Chichester District Council has extended its tyre supply and management contract with Bandvulc, part of Continental Tyres, for its fleet of 26 Mercedes-Benz ‘Econic’ refuse collection vehicles. The tyre retread specialist had worked with the council for the past four years, offering a complete service on tyre management for its… Read more »
FORS issues safer driving information for winter months
FORS is reminding drivers of the need for extra planning ahead of journeys in the seasonal wet and cold weather. The ‘FORS Winter Driving Guide’ and ‘FORS Tyre Management Guide’ are available for members to download from the FORS website and serve as useful reminders of the extra care that… Read more »
Michelin’s new X Multi HD D tyres keep Sonic Rail Services on the right track
Sonic Rail Services (SRS) is one of the first operators in the country to enjoy the benefits of Michelin’s latest X Multi HD D tyres. The rail infrastructure business is trialling the 315/80 R22.5 fitments on its flagship Volvo FH16 750 tractor unit and plans to roll out the tyres… Read more »
Rail infrastructure firm moves to Michelin van tyres
Sonic Rail Services (SRS) – which works on a variety of construction projects for Network Rail and London Underground – is moving its entire 58-strong van fleet to a Michelin Agilis CrossClimate policy following a successful trial period. SRS has tested the Agilis CrossClimate fitments on one of each of… Read more »
Fowler Welch puts Bandvulc to the test
After years of fitting Bandvulc and Continental tyres to its fleet, leading supply chain logistics provider, Fowler Welch, has now put the two manufacturers’ low rolling resistance (LRR) offerings to the test. In a joint-trial at Millbrook Proving Ground, Fowler Welch and Bandvulc arranged an evaluation of the performance and… Read more »
