Leading bulk haulier M&N Transport have been so impressed with the Mercedes Actros that they have transformed themselves into an all Mercedes-Benz fleet. This means they now run 30 of the Mercedes Actros 6×2 tractor units from their Westbury base … Continued
The Van Excellence scheme continue to go from strength-to-strength with more big names joining the worthy scheme. Run by the Freight Transport Association (FTA), the scheme is aimed at celebrating van operators who demonstrate excellence in their daily operations. Among … Continued
The shock figure comes from insurance claims firm Accident Exchange who say that one in three motorway accidents now involve a foreign lorry. The organisation adds that the most likely HGV’s to be involved in an accident are from Germany, … Continued
A chemical distribution firm has been impressed with its new Isuzu Urban rigid which has replaced an ageing vehicle made by another manufacturer. The Isuzu 7.5 tonne Euro VI ‘Urban’ N75.150 rigid is being used by Suffolk & Essex Supplies … Continued
Anyone looking for a used van bargain should be aware that one website has published its latest ‘three wise buys’. And when it comes to offering crew vans, people carriers and combined vans, My Car Check has some sound recommendations. … Continued
The impact of the proposed London Safer Lorry Scheme is to be examined at an upcoming conference being staged by the Freight Transport Association (FTA). The Fleet Engineer Conference, on June 10, will also look at the Ultra Low Emission … Continued
The UK’s longest established skip loader manufacturer, Boughton Engineering, has unveiled a new wireless remote control operating option. The system is available for its hugely popular Power-Reach PR18 skip loader and enables optimum vision for an operator as well as … Continued
The emissions-free Mercedes Vito E-cell was the choice for British Gas for ferrying staff around its West London office locations. The firm has invested in the all-electric Mercedes seven seat people carriers, the Traveliner, for their work. The Mercedes Vito … Continued
It’s the UK’s first dedicated LCV show and it is set to return this summer with organisers promising it will be ‘better and bigger’ than before. The event is free to attend and will be taking place on 7-9 July … Continued
It’s one of the UK’s best-known vehicle rental firms and now Salford Van Hire has updated its trucks fleet with 35 new Renault trucks. The firm is celebrating 50 years of successful trading and it is expanding its truck range … Continued