Commercial Vehicles
SOE tops poll for fourth year
Following the publication of the Engineering Council’s end of year registration statistics, SOE (Society of Operations Engineers) again registered more members at EngTech (Engineering Technician) level than any other engineering institution.
Safety-focused Claire becomes an 'industry hero'
Developing and implementing a pioneering safety-focused online vehicle recall system has won Northgate Vehicle Hire’s Claire Piggott a top award from the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA).
DAF Trucks breaks records in challenging year
In 2009 DAF achieved record market shares, despite it being one of the most challenging years in the history of road transport and the truck industry.
Freight stars recognised by the UK international forwarders' association
The UK’s most prestigious logistics and supply chain industry awards were given to the best of the British freight forwarding sector at a milestone awards ceremony – the 21st – hosted by author and broadcaster Mrs Frances Edmonds
Happy 30th birthday France Line
Manchester-based France Line International Transport Ltd is celebrating its 30th birthday, having delivered of experience and expertise.
Truckpol - Detective Constable Alan Soames
How to protect your depot
Heavy Transport Association - John Dyne
The movement of abnormal indivisible loads (AILs) through planned roadworks is a contentious issue. But can potential conflicts be eliminated by better liaison between the relevant parties?
Volvo Trucks increases production capacity to meet higher demand
In recent months Volvo Trucks has seen positive signs of increased demand from its customers, albeit from a very low level, but now thanks to a successful reduction in the new truck inventory, the production of new vehicles will now be increased.
Final ATF contract a big improvement, says Freight Transport Association
The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency’s (VOSA’s) plans to introduce Alternative Testing Facilities (ATFs) across the country will be improved significantly by the contractual changes it has made to ensure ATF operators are better protected, according to leading trade body the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
Volvo Trucks tests Methane-Diesel trucks together with Swedish customers
In February, Volvo Trucks will be starting field tests of methane-diesel engines in commercial operation together with a number of Swedish customers.
