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Strategic alliance between Ford UK and Venari Group delivers ultra-lightweight ambulance
The Ford Venari Alliance’s new, dual-crewed lightweight ambulance, based on a Ford Transit chassis-cab, debuted at Birmingham’s Emergency Services Show on September 7.
Fairfax acquires seven new Isuzu trucks for the first time
Yorkshire-based plan hire company Fairfax specified seven brand new Isuzu rigids for the first time, adding three Isuzu Grafter 3.5 tonne trucks and four Isuzu 7.5 tonne trucks to its fleet. Operating out of their three depots in Yorkshire, the…
Almost a third of trucks tested emit dangerous levels of air pollution
early a third of trucks in Spain exceed the EU’s legal emission limits, testing in Barcelona and Madrid indicates.
JCB creates new welding jobs to due high demand
JCB is recruiting 100 new welders for its Staffordshire factories as demand for its products continues to increase.
Ford eTransit starts large-scale European customer trials
ord’s all-electric Transit is starting work on European roads as customer trials commence with a selection of significant fleet operators ahead of the volume sales launch in spring 2022.
Urbaser acquires J&B Recycling
Cheltenham based environmental services company, Urbaser, has confirmed the acquisition of J&B Recycling, a waste management company operating in the North East of England.
Competition winners to deliver the UK’s first hydrogen transport trials in Tees Valley
Hydrogen transport pilots in the Tees Valley area will establish the UK as a leader in the technology and propel us towards our net-zero goals, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced on 7 August 2021, as he unveiled the winners of a £2.5 million R&D competition.
Government funding for hydrogen-fuelled fire trucks in Oxfordshire
ULEMCo, the hydrogen fuel specialist, has been awarded government funding with its partners to produce an optimised design for specialised hydrogen-fuelled vehicles. Working with Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) and its Fire and Rescue Service, ULEMCo will design the fuel cell…
Electra commences build of its first hydrogen-electric HGV commercial vehicle range
HyRange system from German/English manufacturer Proton Motor Fuel Cell for its prototype electric hydrogen commercial vehicle range.
Electra supplies the first two electric refuse collection vehicles for rural trials in Scotland
SP Energy Networks and Dumfries & Galloway Council are piloting the UK’s first two Electra fully electric refuse collection vehicles (RCVs) for rural applications.
Hino selects Allison fully automatic transmissions for new heavy-duty trucks in Australia
Allison Transmission Japan, a designer and manufacturer of conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions, has announced that Allison 3000 Series and 4000 Series transmissions have been selected for the FS, FY and the new FH and FR models of Hino Motors’ HINO 700 Series heavy-duty trucks for the Australian market.
Go Plant Fleet Services supplies four Dennis Eagle RCVs to Hyndburn Borough Council
Following an open tender process via the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation, Go Plant Fleet Services has recently delivered four new Dennis Eagle RCVs into Hyndburn Borough Council. Hyndburn BC now has a fleet of ten high specification RCVs to service the…
Refuse Vehicle Solution Delivers the first electric conversion vehicle for Paper Round
Paper Round, part of BPR Group, has received its fully electric-conversion vehicle from Refuse Vehicle Solution (RVS). The company is committed to transforming the future of resource management, and the switch to electric refuse collection vehicle is a significant step in achieving this goal.
Demand for all-electric vehicles in the EU surges three times in 2021
Demand for all-electric vehicles in the EU surges three times in 2021.
Recycling and waste management supplier takes on 8×2 Mercedes-Benz Arocs
Waste management specialist Select Environmental Services has added the first front-end loader to its fleet. The 32-tonne Arocs is also its first truck to be fitted with the manufacturer’s MirrorCam system.
Islington takes delivery of first fully electric cage tippers
Islington Council has received the borough’s first fully electric cage tippers to electrify the Council’s fleet of vehicles further. The 7.5-tonne vehicles produce no exhaust emissions and help ensure that local people have cleaner, healthier air to breathe.
Reach your target audience with Fleet Vision International – your all-round quality marketing solution
Fleet Vision International (FVI), the magazine aimed at fleet, transport, and operational and workshop depot directors/managers who deal with sophisticated commercial fleets and frontline services, calls out for editorial contributions for our Autumn issue. You can be part of this and showcase your products and services in front of senior fleet officials.
World record for all-electric Ford Mustang
Ford’s latest all-electric car, the Mustang Mach-E, has become a Guinness World Record holder after driving between John O’Groats and Land’s End with only two charges. Independently verified data showed that the Ford Mustang Mach-E travelled over 6.5 miles per…
Fleet Vision International Summer 2021, Q3 has been published
Fleet Vision International Summer 2021, Q3 has been published.
North Northants Council replaces waste and recycling fleet
The new unitary authority, North Northamptonshire Council, is updating its waste and recycling fleet with a vehicle replacement programme comprising over 110 vehicles.
Specialist Fleet Services (SFS) was awarded the contract to provide and maintain the vehicles and workshop management services. Previously, SFS worked for Kettering and Corby Borough Councils, both of which are now part of the newly formed North Northamptonshire Council and Wellingborough and East Northants Councils.
Identifying the right transition technologies for your fleet at OWL Midlands
Discover how transition technologies such as biofuels, additives and blends can help your operation reduce emissions without capital expenditure at OWL Midlands.
Electra signs MOU with Proton Power Systems for the production of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
Electra Commercial Vehicles has signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Proton Motor Power Systems, a producer of hydrogen fuel cells and electric hybrid systems with a zero-carbon footprint, to develop zero-emission fuel cell trucks in the UK and Ireland.…
An educational journey towards an electric future
OWL Midlands, held on July 8 at New Hall in Sutton Coldfield, will have the new ‘Dennis to the Rescue’ mobile classroom on show. Attendees will also discover the benefits of switching over to electric refuse collection vehicles.
Jon Siviter joins Creative Vehicle Wrapping as Director
Jon Siviter recently joined the team at specialist wrapping company Creative Vehicle Wrapping (CVW) as Director. Jon leaves his position as UK Sales Manager for Riverside Truck Rental (part of the NRG Group) to take up the new role.
Sentinel Systems brings vehicle safety and operational benefits to Moove Lubricants
Vehicle safety specialists Sentinel Systems has supplied a high-spec HGV safety solution to lubricant distributor Moove Lubricants, resulting in significant operational benefits and Moove now being on track to achieve FORS Silver Membership.
Support grows for Mellor’s ‘big bus bias’ campaign
Following its criticism, earlier this month of the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) latest round of restrictive funding for smaller size-appropriate zero-emissions buses, Rochdale-based bus manufacturer, Mellor, has received substantial backing for its ‘big bus bias’ campaign from industry bodies, charities…
Daimler Trucks begins rigorous testing of its hydrogen fuel-cell truck for long haul applications
Daimler Trucks focuses on hydrogen-powered fuel-cells for the electrification of its vehicles for flexible and demanding long-haul transport.
DriverMetrics publishes ‘Improving Driver Well-being: A Guide for Managers’
A new white paper authored by DriverMetrics Research Director, Dr Lisa Dorn, is designed to help managers understand key concepts around mental health and its impact in the workplace. In particular, it focuses on the effect that poor mental health has on driver behaviour and provides practical advice on managing and improving fleet safety.
Marshall Fleet Solutions invests in further tail lift expertise
Marshall Fleet Solutions has, with immediate effect, appointed industry stalwart Andrew Kitchen as Head of Tail Lift Operations as part of the planned expansion of its growing tail lift division.
Ziegler commits to research into hydrogen-fuelled firefighting vehicles
Firefighting vehicle manufacturer Ziegler is investigating hydrogen as an energy source for firefighting trucks.
Scammell Commercial invests in Isuzu bodies
Specialist municipal leasing company Scammell Commercial has just added six new Isuzu trucks to its fleet covering 3.5 tonnes, 7.5 tonnes and 13.5 tonne GVW models.
VCS to produce new Volkswagen Crafter Dual Crewed Ambulance
Ambulance conversion specialist, VCS, has partnered with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles to produce the UK’s first Dual Crewed Ambulance (DCA) based on a Volkswagen Crafter.
NRG and RTR deliver the first Electra RCV in the South West to MJ Church
NRG Fleet Services and its hire division Riverside Truck Rental (RTR) have supplied Wiltshire-based waste disposal, plant hire and civil engineering company MJ Church with the first Electra fully-electric refuse collection truck in the South West. The RCV will save six tonnes of CO2 from going into the atmosphere each year, according to calculations from manufacturer Electra Commercial Vehicles.
Ford, Venari Group and NHS Essex develop vaccine Transit to reach vulnerable communities
The NHS in Essex has teamed up with Ford, Venari Group, and local community health leaders to roll out a vital initiative across Mid and South Essex, delivering COVID-19 vaccines to communities vulnerable to COVID-19 that might face barriers to accessing traditional healthcare services.
What Is Coming Up In FVI Summer 2021?
Fleet Vision International (FVI), the magazine aimed at fleet, transport, and operational and workshop depot directors/managers who deal with sophisticated commercial fleets and frontline services, is calling out for editorial contributions for our Summer issue. Every quarter, we send FVI…
Gangelt fire department takes delivery of the first new appliance with updated ALPAS superstructure
German firefighting manufacture Ziegler has delivered TLF 4000 tanker to the Gangelt fire department. This truck is the first to have the new ALPAS superstructure, and it features the new Z-Control operating system.
South Ayrshire switches to an upgraded vehicle camera system for its waste fleet
A series of faulty vehicle cameras and unrecorded footage on waste and recycling vehicles at South Ayrshire Council has led the council to switch to live camera systems remotely monitored and health-checked.
Isuzu cleans up with fleet deal for Dawsongroup Sweepers
Dawsongroup Sweepers has recently received ten new Isuzu 7.5-tonne RCV’s as part of its latest fleet upgrade and expansion programme. Twenty new Isuzu 7.5-tonne tippers will follow this initial order, delivered later on in the year. As part of the…
JCB’s brand new pothole fixer put in a night shift on the fast lane of the M6 – mending road defects in double quick time
The JCB PotholePro was sent to fix holes on one of the motorway’s busiest stretches – junctions 14 and 15 between Stafford and Newcastle-under-Lyme – during two night-time lane closures.
Reconomy wins waste and recycling contract with ITM Power
Sheffield hydrogen specialist, ITM Power, has appointed Reconomy to manage its waste and recycling services at its Gigafactory near Meadowhall.
CMS SupaTrak passes ISO 45001 certification and demonstrates its commitment to safety
Connected fleet specialist CMS Supatrak passed its ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management accreditation with flying colours. The telematics platform solutions provider reached through the audit without a single major or minor non-conformance.
Allison Transmission and Emergency One collaborate on electric axle integration for fire appliances
Allison Transmission, a designer and manufacturer of conventional, hybrid and electric vehicle propulsion solutions, in collaboration with Emergency One (UK), a UK manufacturer, service and support of fire and rescue vehicles, have announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Ziegler wins international automotive design award
The German manufacturer of fire trucks, Ziegler, has won this year’s iF Design Award for the Z-Class, Z-Cab AiR, Z-Turret and ALPAS. The jury handed out the award in the discipline Product and the category Automobiles/vehicles. Z-Control of the latest…
Zero-emission trucks: industry and environmentalists call for binding targets for infrastructure
ruck makers and environmentalists have joined forces to push for the deployment of 11,000 charging points for electric trucks across the EU by 2025, rising to 42,000 by 2030. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and Transport & Environment (T&E) made this call to the European Commission in a joint letter.
SWARCO eVolt expands industry leadership team with senior hire
SWARCO eVolt, one of the UK’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure providers, has recruited Adrian Felton to lead the company’s solutions and capabilities within the electric bus (eBus) and truck sector.
Basque firefighting and rescue service invests in major vehicle upgrade
The Vizcaya Provincial Council in the Galicia province in Spain has invested seven million euros in its Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue Service. Almost 25% of the existing fleet will be replaced by new trucks, enhancing efficiency and improving rapid response.
DPF Gate – call for stricter MOT diesel particulate filter testing to reduce harmful particulate matter
The Westminster Commission for Road Air Quality calls for the UK Government to implement stricter legislation around DPF testing during MOTs to reduce particulate matter emissions. The Westminster Commission for Road Air Quality estimates that this measure could save the UK around 1000 tonnes of particulate matter PM2.5 per year based on research carried out in The Netherlands.
Have you read Fleet Vision International, Spring 2021, yet?
The fourth issue of the thought-leading magazine for front-line fleet operations and essential services is available. Read your copy today, and don’t hesitate to share it with colleagues.
Meritor Consortium awarded £15.9 million toward £31.9 Million project to develop United Kingdom’s low carbon capability
Meritor has announced that it is the recipient of the Advanced Propulsion Centre’s (APC) Core Competition Program in the UK to partially fund Meritor’s 17Xe™ electric powertrain system heavy-duty electric trucks and buses equipped with a single drive axle.
Cleaning up industrial transport
Marine vehicle contractor GPS Marine has switched to the use of Green D+ biofuel for its entire Thames fleet as part of its Clean Maritime Plan, which is supported by grants from the Cross River Partnerships and the Tideway Project. Heather Eastwood reports.
What’s in a word? Why it is essential to be fully informed about automatics
When deciding which vehicles to buy or lease, it is crucial to be fully confident you are making the best component choices. That you are fully up-to-speed on the differences in performance, usability and running costs, yet, there is one significant technology that not all truck fleet operators are fully aware of, comments Allison Transmission’s, Nathan Wilson.
ISS creates a new software division
Vehicle safety technology company Innovative Safety Systems (ISS) has invested in the creation of a new software division – FleetClear – to deliver an all-in-one fleetwide vehicle safety and fleet management solution.
Hambleton invest in greener waste and recycling vehicles
Local population growth, increased recycling quantities and extensive new residential developments have led Hambleton District Council to expand its refuse and recycling collection fleet with vehicles part-powered by electricity to reduce carbon emissions.
Halton Housing, Widnes, renews its vehicle contract hire framework
Halton Housing, a Northwest housing association with over 7,000 homes across Widnes and Runcorn, has recently completed the re-tendering of its vehicle contract hire framework. The framework will last for four years and covers a range of vehicles from small cars to 26-tonne refuse vehicles and plant and specialist vehicles.
Introduction of E10 petrol could save 750 kilotons of carbon a year – equivalent to taking 350,000 cars off our roads
Introduction of E10 petrol could save 750 kilotons of carbon a year – equivalent to taking 350,000 cars off our roads
Today’s announcement that E10 petrol is to be introduced from September 2021 is a significant step towards the decarbonisation of existing cars in the UK, on the way to our 2050 net-zero target.
BIFFA makes an epic move in Cornwall
Waste management specialist Biffa has selected EPIC Media Group to supply and fit vehicle livery on over 300 vehicles new fleet servicing Cornwall Council’s Waste and Recycling Collection, Street and Public Open Space Cleansing Services Contract.
Southampton City Council selects eSwingos to help meet carbon reduction targets
Southampton City Council has received the first of four all-electric eSwingo compact sweepers from Aebi Schmidt UK to help meet its environmental objectives under its Green City Plan 2030.
Hydrogen fuel cell electric ambulance expected to reach London roads by autumn
ULEMCo, the UK hydrogen fuel specialist, and its partners have delivered the first significant milestone to creating the future’s zero-emission ambulance.
UK Fuels parent Radius launches new range of electric vehicle charge points
Radius Payment Solutions has launched a new range of products specifically aimed at businesses and fleet operators looking to transition to electric or hybrid vehicles.
Leadership special – Breaking down barriers to entry
Improving the diversity and inclusivity of the fleet industry is essential if the sector is to remain innovative and dynamic as we move into the next decade, Nathan Wilson from Allison Transmission tells Fleet Vision International. Words by Ann-Marie Knegt.
Leadership special – Diversity for profitability
Covid-19 has accelerated the diversification of the transport sector and this can deliver benefits at every level of business, writes Grahame Neagus from Renault Trucks UK.
Leadership special – Academy strategy for attracting new talent
The Fife Council Waste Academy aims to bridge the gap in recruitment and provide employment opportunities for clients with known barriers to employment, writes Sandy Anderson, Service Manager − Waste Operations at Fife Council.
Clearing the air in Nottingham
Poor air quality accounts for up to 36,000 deaths each year in the UK. Around 400 of these deaths are in Nottingham. Matt Ralfe from Nottingham City Council, tells FVI how the council has put air quality and sustainability at the heart of its agenda and transformed its fleet in just four years.
Vision Zero New York City
In January 2014, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a significant Vision Zero initiative for New York City with ambitious street re-design goals, new bike lanes, improved traffic rules, and better enforcement. Six years on, what does a Vision Zero NYC Fleet look like?
Drive iQ introduces significant new update for 2021
Following extensive consultations with fleets and insurers, Drive iQ has launched a critical new revision of its online driver safety and well-being programme for 2021.
Go Plant Fleet Services rolls out Jaama Key2 system to manage its CV contract hire and rental business
Go Plant Fleet Services has rolled out Jaama’s Key2 fleet management system to manage its 3,100 commercial and specialist vehicles, and 600 items of plant.
Vision Techniques introduces COVID-19 temperature check and facial alert system
Vision Techniques has launched a thermo detection and facial recognition system, called VT Ipath, to protect employees and the public during the pandemic.
Volvo launches new crew cab for fire service vehicles – FM and FX
The new Volvo FM and Volvo FMX trucks have now been designed as fire service vehicles with a crew cab for up to nine people.
The new variants of the two models, developed in close cooperation with bodybuilders and the emergency services, have many improvements designed explicitly for fire service vehicles.
Fleet Vision International, Winter 2021, has been published
The third edition of the new thought-leading magazine for front-line fleet operations and essential services has now been published. Read your copy today and don’t hesitate to share it with colleagues.
Scarab launches new hire division
Scarab Sweepers has launched new its hire division, Scarab Direct Hire, to provide its UK customers with Scarab’s road sweeping vehicles for a fixed fee with maintenance and support included.
Rosenbauer and Renault launch a new wildland firefighting truck
Rosenbauer and Renault Trucks have presented a new wildland firefighting vehicle.
It meets both category 3 of EN 1846-2 for all-terrain firefighting vehicles and specific requirements for protecting the vehicle crew, as defined for example in the French standard NFS 61-517 or NFS 61-518. This standard includes the requirement for a thermal self-protection system and driver’s cab equipped with a rollover cell. With its compact dimensions, low centre of gravity and single tires, the all-wheel-drive vehicle is ideal for rough terrain. The special firefighting equipment on board makes the extinguishing agents extraordinarily cost-effective and efficient. Plus, the crew can fight the fire using a turret mounted on the bumper and controlled from the cab without exiting the vehicle.
The first 44-tonne hydrogen tractor-trailer hits the road
Belgian logistics company, Colruyt is the first to test a 44-tonne electric hydrogen truck in Europe. Dutch company VDL built the HGV, and it only emits water vapour and works with green hydrogen, generated with green power. The vehicle’s fuel cell converts hydrogen into electricity to recharge the batteries while moving.
CTS Hire appoints Stephen Dunne as Sales Manager
Gloucestershire-based municipal vehicle hire company CTS Hire has appointed Steven Dunne as Sales Manager, to enhance its growth and development across the UK.
Yorwaste launches ‘in-cab’ camera system for increased safety
Commercial waste management company, Yorwaste, has fitted live camera recording systems to its fleet of vehicles to enhance safety and mitigate false insurance claims. The system also features a fifth in-cab camera, the footage from which can be used as evidence in any incidents.
London DVS’ ‘hidden deadline’ puts HGV operators at risk
Fleet managers are warned there is a ‘hidden deadline’ to applying for Transport for London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) permit. HGVs over 12 tonnes now require a permit to drive into Greater London under the Direct Vision Standard, which came…
New Re-Gen academy provides transformational training and development support to local authority waste teams
Re-Gen Waste, working in partnership with CIWM, is launching the Re-Gen Academy has launched a transformational support initiative to provide useful and engaging learning and development opportunities to individuals working in local authorities.
Renault Trucks hands over the first electric ZE truck to Carlsberg Group
Switzerland, Bruno Blin, President of Renault Trucks, handed over a 100% electric D Wide ZE to Thomas Amstutz, CEO of Feldschlösschen, a subsidiary of the Carlsberg Group on 24th November 2020 in Rheinfelden.
Remondis UK gets first front-end-loader with c-trace dynamic weighing system
The first Remondis front-end-loader (FEL) waste collection vehicle fitted with c-trace’s dynamic weighing system has been delivered to the company’s site at Doncaster. The vehicle will collect commercial waste and recycling on well-established rounds in the South Yorkshire area. The…
Boston BC chooses SFS as ‘most cost-effective’ for maintenance contract
Boston Borough Council has awarded specialist Fleet Services a seven-year maintenance contract. As part of the agreement, SFS is making a considerable investment into the local community by creating a brand-new workshop for the authority.
eCollect electric RCV arrives in Islington
Islington’s efforts to electrify its fleet are continuing, with the borough becoming the first in London to use a new purpose-built fully electric RCV.
Scania hands out preferred global supplier contract to Stertil Koni
As a provider of transport solutions in more than 100 countries, Scania has awarded the contract for vehicle lifting equipment for the next three years.
NRG Fleet Services and Hills Waste Solutions combine strengths to provide a service and maintenance facility as part of a £10 million waste treatment hub in Wiltshire
NRG Fleet Services and Hills Waste Solutions have opened up a high-tech workshop and servicing facility in Calne, Wiltshire. The new location will provide NRG with excellent access to offer increased services to clients in the South from a strategic location on the M4 corridor.
Green Machines is introducing GM 500H2, the first hydrogen fuel cell sweeper
has launched the Green Machines 500H2TM street sweeper with a hydrogen fuel cell that converts oxygen and hydrogen into electricity.
Adapting emergency services to COVID-19 at the Emergency Services Show 2021
Transformational change in the emergency services, driven by the challenges presented by COVID-19 and the fast pace of technological innovation being introduced to the sector, is set to be a central theme of The Emergency Services Show, which returns to Hall 5 and the outdoor area at the NEC, Birmingham from 27 to 28 April 2021.
Edinburgh Council purchases all-electric sweeper from Bucher Municipal
Edinburgh Council has purchased a new electric Bucher Municipal sweeper.
Safer operations, lower emissions, increased compliance, and reduced cost
OWL Midlands on November 12 offers many ways of improving your fleet and waste operations. The OWL Master Classes are FREE and CILT-CPD-accredited. Here, we offer you an overview of some of the highlights. Sign up now, to not miss out on this fantastic event.
New Volvo FE joins Aebi Schmidt’s UK fleet
The all-year-round surface cleaning supplier, Aebi Schmidt UK, has added a new Volvo FE 4×2 rigid to its operations. It will be used to transport the company’s extensive demonstration fleet of road sweepers snow ploughs, and hi-spec clearing machinery around…
Electra delivers Scotland’s first fully electric RCV to North Lanarkshire Council
Electra Commercial Vehicles has provided Scotland’s first entirely operational electric RCV to North Lanarkshire Council. Electra’s strategic partner Riverside Truck Rental will be supporting the new truck from its Bells Hill Depot with its HV4-trained technicians. North Lanarkshire’s Electra has…
Johnson Plant buys a JCB electric mini excavator
Hire company Johnson Plant has purchased a new JCB electric mini excavator helped the company secure a host of new contracts.
e-One electric RCV sells on the first day of launch
Refuse Vehicle Solutions (RVS) has sold the first e-One converted electric RCV to the Recycling Partnership since launching its new electric re-powering solution at the end of September.
Venari launches Ziegler Z-Class air crash tender despite AFOA conference delay
Venari Group has announced that the Ziegler Group Z-Class ARFFV is now available to the UK’s aviation firefighting sector, despite the postponement of the Airport Fire Officers’ Association (AFOA) conference, where it was set to be revealed to the UK market.
Worcestershire County Council prepares for winter with six new Mercedes-Benz Arocs spreaders
Dealer group Rygor Commercials has supplied three new-generation Mercedes-Benz Arocs 2630Ks equipped with an Econ body and MirrorCam technology instead of conventional mirrors. Rygor will deliver three trucks more before the end of the year.
Sid Sadique launches a rising star in the North
Prominent national entrepreneur Sid Sadique has stepped up to relaunch Mercedes-Benz dealership Roanza Truck & Van as eStar Truck & Van, which will also become the first Electra Commercial Vehicles authorised dealership.
Copeland Borough Council urges residents to keep green with smart vehicle messages
Copeland Borough Council and Roadvert have introduced the image of a whale in the deep blue sea in conjunction with the launch of Recycling Week.
Dennis Eagle RCVs delivered to Southampton City Council
Nine Dennis Eagle diesel RCVs have been delivered to Southampton City Council in line with the goals of its Green City Charter.
The council ordered seven Elite 6×2 rear-steer vehicles with Olympus 21m3 bodies fitted with Terberg OmniTRADE bin lifts and two Elite 4×2 narrow vehicles with Olympus 10m3 bodies and Terberg OmniDEL Electric bin lifts.
Fleet Vision International, Autumn 2020, has been published
Fleet Vision Autumn 2020 has been published, read the latest issue.
ULEMCo to deliver hydrogen-fuelled spreaders for Glasgow City Council
ULEMCo, the company pioneering the adoption of ultra-low emission hydrogen fuel in the UK, has commenced the most massive single deployment of hydrogen dual-fuel vehicles yet seen. The move follows an order secured with Scottish company James A Cuthbertson, to transform Glasgow City Council’s existing fleet and some new spreaders to be hydrogen enabled.
RVS and EMOSS join forces to create electric-drive train RCVs
Refuse Vehicle Solutions (RVS) has signed a contract with Dutch electric-powertrain developer EMOSS to re-power refuse vehicles in the UK.
WCRAQ Alternative Fuels and Vehicles Working Party launch
The Westminster Commission for Road Air Quality’s Alternative Fuels and Vehicles Working Party was the second of six launches this August. The meeting was attended by prominent industry experts and academics specialising in air monitoring across the field, including Electra…
Hino launches new version of its 4×4 500 GT Series for bush firefighting operations
Hino has launched a new version of its 4×4 500 Series GT model for Bush firefighting operations in Australia. The new truck has been equipped with Allison fully automatic transmission now fitted as standard equipment.
DPD to start a pilot of fully electric Volta delivery trucks in London
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Volta Trucks, will soon begin a pilot test of its anticipated Volta Zero with parcel delivery firm DPD. The Volta Zero will be trialled within London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone in Q1-2021, supporting its micro-depot approach…
Biffa to achieve major savings by reviewing transmission servicing intervals
One of the UK’s leading sustainable waste management business, Biffa, is planning to achieve savings of £200,000 per year on truck transmission servicing costs.
The OWL Roadshows return -save the dates
The Optimised Waste and Logistics (OWL) partnership has confirmed that we are hosting the OWL roadshows for this autumn.
Kirklees Council invests in vehicle safety technology
Kirklees Council is equipping 21 of its new waste and recycling vehicles with camera recording systems, reverse radar and the Cyclear cyclist warning system from Innovative Safety Systems (ISS).
Unleashing the bio-economy potential
A new coalition of forward-looking businesses and senior leaders will drive change across the bio-economy value chain.
UK Government bans tyres aged ten years and older to help improve road safety
Tyres aged ten years and older will be banned from HGVs, buses and coaches on roads in England, Scotland and Wales in a boost to road safety, Roads Minister Baroness Vere of Norbiton has announced.
Bucher Municipal reveals the CityCat V20 series
The new purpose-built CityCat V20 series keeps urban areas and public spaces clean while lowering fuel and energy emissions.
Vision Techniques develops advanced night vision technology
Vision Techniques has launched the VT Night-Sight 24 Ultra high- performance camera.
A roadmap to reducing air pollution from transport
CMS SupaTrak, OWL, and the Westminster Commission for Road Air Quality are calling for all refuse collection vehicles operated by councils and private waste operators in the UK to be fitted with air quality monitoring equipment.
US Army in Germany receives more fire trucks equipped with Allison transmission systems
Eight new Rosenbauer-body Scania fire trucks with Allison fully automatic transmissions have been taken into operation at the US Army in Germany’s fire departments.
Manchester orders 27 electric RCVs
Blackburn-based Electra Commercial Vehicles has announced that Biffa has purchased 27 Electras for its Manchester City Council waste management agreement.
Finance for cash strapped fleets
Video telematics provider, SmartWitness has launched a new finance deal for fleet customers that includes hardware, software, and installation at a fixed rate per month with no down payment.
Dennis Eagle eCollect RCV goes into production
An integrated electric RCV, the eCollect, has just been launched by Dennis Eagle, offering the dual benefits of zero emissions and the one-stop-shop convenience of a vehicle tried, trusted and produced by an original equipment manufacturer.
£two billion package to boost cycling and walk sparks safety equipment fears
Drivers and fleet managers must invest in life-saving road safety technology because of a plan to grow the number of cyclists and pedestrians, a leading safety campaigner warns.
Non-emergency ambulance provider Falck chooses MAN TGE for their Patient Transport Service (PTS) function
International Ambulance and Healthcare provider Falck has just improved its UK Patient Transport Service function with the arrival of a fleet of New MAN TGE Ambulances.
Immersive interactive training included within the FORS Standard
FORS members and training providers can now apply to have an immersive interactive training course approved by FORS. The organisation implemented this to help FORS members meet the HGV and van driver work-related road risk (WRRR) requirement as stipulated in the FORS Standard at Silver level.
Air quality targets post Covid-19
CILT’s Bus & Coach Policy Group has published a paper claiming more people will die from air pollution than Covid-19 unless an alternative to the car changes travel behaviour.
Made in the UK
Oliver North is a well-known personality in emergency services circles. After several years managing truck production businesses in fire and ambulance, he started Venari Group, which aims to build quality medical emergency and fire equipment and vehicles on British soli. Oliver recently closed a deal with German fire manufacturer Ziegler.
One year on in Devon
As Mid-Devon District Council and Exeter City Council celebrate the first anniversary of their joint project, FVI catches up with Specialist Fleet Services, the contract hire company awarded the seven-year contract to manage, replace and maintain both councils’ fleets. Specialist…