HGV & Bus News

Scania adds a 540 hp version to its 13-litr...

Aug 16, 2019Comments off

Scania’s range of industry leading 13-litre engines is now complemented by a 540 hp version. The new engine – DC13 166 – is primarily intended for

New HGV market almost doubles in Q2 with re...

Aug 15, 2019Comments off

The UK’s new heavy goods vehicle (HGV) market rose 46.3% in the second quarter of 2019, with 15,605 units registered, according to figures released today

Dometic launches ultra slim highly efficien...

Aug 15, 2019Comments off

Driving long range requires some breaks for drivers to rest and recover in order to stay alert. In warmer climates, parking coolers are a prerequisite

Yodel invents trailer safety gate system to...

Aug 15, 2019Comments off

Independent UK parcel carrier, Yodel, has partnered with trailer manufacturer Cartwright to develop an innovative new safety gate system designed to reduce accidents as part

Wearable AR tech drives future for Renault ...

Aug 15, 2019Comments off

Renault Trucks is rolling out its innovative remote mentoring solution, ‘Optiview’ in its workshops across the country. Equipping technicians with RealWear HMT-1 headsets will enable

Skilled drivers help deliver 10 per cent ca...

Aug 13, 2019Comments off

Bibby Distribution has reduced its net carbon emissions by 10 per cent over the last five years through proficient driving, fleet investment and energy efficient

New Schmitz Cargobull reefers provide cool ...

Aug 12, 2019Comments off

Dublin-based Dixon International Transport has refreshed 10 per cent of its trailer fleet by investing in 30 new Schmitz Cargobull tri-axle reefers, for use on

Oil price volatility means time to review f...

Aug 07, 2019Comments off

Tensions in the Persian Gulf and  the trade war between the US and China have led to volatility in world oil prices, with political instability

Transport Managers fear CPC-compliant drive...

Aug 02, 2019Comments off

UK Transport Managers fear a major shortage of CPC-compliant drivers after 9 September, research has revealed. In an independent survey* of nearly 200 fleet professionals

Hermes cuts 1.5 million miles each year wit...

Jul 31, 2019Comments off

Hermes, the UK’s leading consumer delivery specialist, has further strengthened its fleet of vehicles by acquiring 32 bespoke double decker trailers. The extra capacity being