IVECO has welcomed The Government consultation to extend the gross vehicle weight (gvw) allowance for alternative fuel light commercial vehicles (LCVs) which can be driven by standard Category B licence holders from 3.5 tonnes to 4.25 tonnes. Current UK legislation states that a driver needs a C1 category licence to… Read more »
DAF FAQ ‘Tridem’ offers volume deliveries for G Owen & Sons
Based at Newtown in mid-Wales, G.Owen & Sons, a successful family business for some 60 years, has taken delivery of a new DAF 8×2 bulk-blower. The DAF CF 440 FAQ ‘Tridem’ axle configuration has been acquired for distribution of animal feeds to farms across Wales and large parts of England…. Read more »
Steve Stanton to steer new traffic management division at Asset Alliance
Asset Alliance has appointed Steve Stanton, 58, as Head of Sales for its new Total Traffic Management division, with responsibility for one of the most comprehensive traffic management vehicle fleets in the country. Stanton brings a wealth of experience within the commercial vehicle contract hire and leasing sector to the… Read more »
Dash cam footage welcome but must be used responsibly, says RHA
Recent proposals that dashboard camera footage be submitted as evidence to police in an effort to crack down on ‘lunatic’ drivers are welcome measures, as long as they respect driver privacy and are not published in ‘naming and shaming’ attempts, says the Road Haulage Association. “Anything that helps with the… Read more »
Pallet-Track member Lynn Star records dramatic drop in costs and NOx through LPG pilot
A family-run logistics business is looking to a greener, cleaner and less costly future for the next generation after a successful trial involving LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) on one its vehicles has resulted in an almost 18 per cent reduction in fuel costs and the halving of its NOx (Nitrogen… Read more »
TruckEast appoints new General Manager to the helm at Wellingborough
Scania Dealer, TruckEast Limited, appoints new General Manager, Matthew Lee to head up one of its largest branches on Stewarts Road, Wellingborough. Joining with close to 30 years experience in automotive and over 10 years specifically in commercial, Matthew brings with him a wealth of knowledge from a variety of… Read more »
Costa to costa challenge for Mick George Director
‘Challenge Yourself’ was the task set by 400 fleet, transport operator Mick George Ltd to its employees, management and directors throughout the business, in an attempt to raise money for its two selected charities of the year. One person who has certainly embraced that notion, is the companies Finance Director… Read more »
LTS Distribution puts New DAF XFs on road
LTS Distribution has put two of the first New DAF XF tractors on the road with its Birmingham based operation. Launched in the UK at the CV Show in April, the two XF 530 FTG tractors are also about to be joined by three 7.5-tonne LF and an 18-tonne CF,… Read more »
New bunker refuelling site coming soon at The New Hollies Truckstop in Cannock
Certas Energy, working in partnership with RoadKing, is delighted to announce a new 24hr HGV refuelling facility coming soon to The New Hollies Truckstop in Cannock. Located on the A5, just off junction 12 of the M6, the Truckstop is the perfect location for the new HGV refuelling site. Due… Read more »
West Mercia Sections opens its doors to two eye-catching new Mercedes-Benz Antos
More than 40 years after it began trading, cold formed steel manufacturer West Mercia Sections has commissioned its first new trucks – and both wear the three-pointed star of Mercedes-Benz. Smartly finished in metallic dark grey, the 18-tonne Antos arrived via the Wolverhampton branch of Midlands Truck & Van. The… Read more »
