Posted On: December 14, 2020
The purchase was prompted by the firm’s own in-house trials, which showed that trucks running on biomethane reduced CO2 emissions by more than 80%. ...
Posted On: December 11, 2020
Polaris Logistics & Distribution says Schmitz Cargobull worked closely with their staff to provide “the perfect specification.” ...
Posted On: December 11, 2020
The 24-mile trip only took an hour and 20 minutes, but planning was a key factor in successfully transporting wind turbine blades 68.3 metres long and weighing around 24 tonnes each. ...
Posted On: December 10, 2020
The truck has a heavy-duty aluminium tipper body provided by AK Commercials that, when combined with its impressive manoeuvrability in tight urban environments, makes it a precise fit for Bowland’s needs. ...
Posted On: December 9, 2020
The new curtainsiders were customised in line with the new site according to Linkline’s requirements and provide a clear side aperture for loading and floor space for 26 pallets with EN 12642-XL rating. ...
Posted On: December 9, 2020
The 12-tonne 4x2 rigids feature D5K engines that produce 210 horsepower and up to 800 newton-metres of torque and 5,300-millimetre wheelbases. ...
Posted On: December 8, 2020
The firm will provide coverage for customers of the recently closed Marshall Truck & Van, which was located 15 miles away in Poole. ...
Posted On: December 8, 2020
Amazon’s intelligent assistant tech will be part of a new digital instrument panel designed to help drivers access the information and controls they need whilst keeping their focus on the road. ...
Posted On: December 7, 2020
One of the 650s features a tipper body coupled with a Bruks wood chipper and trailer; another member of the fleet is a dump truck powered by a Scania engine that has been in operation for 25 years. ...
Posted On: December 7, 2020
The new Unimog U5023 UHE Extreme Off-Road models came equipped with Versalift hydraulic booms and buckets for a total cost of £1.75 million. ...
Posted On: December 4, 2020
The driver assistance functions enabled by Scania’s new Electrically Assisted Steering system include Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning with Active Steering, and Lane Change Collision Prevention. ...
Posted On: December 4, 2020
These trucks were originally available with a total of 200 or 300 kWh, but now customers can up that to 400 kWh, giving the D Z.E. (for example) a maximum operating range of 400 kilometres. ...
Posted On: December 4, 2020
The firm was one of the first in the UK to acquire Arocs tipper-grabs with MirrorCam in January, and they have been a big hit. ...
Posted On: December 3, 2020
Most of the new trucks have 26-tonne 6x2 chassis with rear-steer axles for better manoeuvrability and are fitted with FAUN Zoeller Variopress compaction bodies and bin lifts. ...
Posted On: December 3, 2020
Beginning 1 January, 2021, documentation requirements may change for UK drivers hauling commercial loads into EU and EEA countries. ...
Posted On: December 2, 2020
The company’s newest addition features a 15,000-litre stainless-steel tank, a Wiedemann KW4500 liquid ring vacuum pump, and a water recycling system paired with a URACA P4 pump. ...
Posted On: December 2, 2020
The eight 3.5-tonne vans will initially deliver medical equipment to satellite sites for restocking other ambulances, and at some point will support SJA volunteer doctors and nurses in providing medical services across England. ...
Posted On: December 1, 2020
As the name suggests, this package enhances nearly every aspect of the truck, from driver comfort to fuel efficiency, safety, and support. ...
Posted On: November 30, 2020
The trucks are the first among the firm’s 16 Isuzus in the 13.5-t weight class, and the recent fleet replacement order is also the fourth consecutive for Vp Groundforce since 2014. ...
Posted On: November 30, 2020
The truck maker reports that new component types require exhaustive new series of simulations and new tests to ensure the safety of the truck, its driver, and everyone else on the road. ...
Posted On: November 30, 2020
The 4x2 rigid runs on four 200-kilowatt-hour batteries that give it a 193-kilometre operating range while hauling up to 12 pallets with a maximum weight of 6 tonnes. ...
Posted On: November 25, 2020
The firm says it considered two other truck brands for the purchase, but neither could match the total package that Volvo had on offer. ...
Posted On: November 20, 2020
Six years after buying 8.55- and 7.5-tonne FUSO Canters, the contractor has invested in new replacements for each. ...
Posted On: November 19, 2020
“Old-school” operator Gordon Taylor appreciates the comfort and luxury of the Actros Edition 1, and is a fan of the MirrorCam system as well. ...
Posted On: November 19, 2020
The new trucks allow Velocity to access and repair potholes on rural roads that are often too tight for the firm’s larger vehicles. ...