Category: Brands

Michelin Tyre plc has announced key appointments to lead its B2B division covering the agricultural, bus/coach, earthmover, truck and van sectors. This sees Chris Smith, 34, appointed Sales Director B2B; and Helen Ratcliff, 38, named as Marketing Director – both with responsibility for Ireland and the UK. In his new role Smith will be responsible for all

Volvo Trucks has begun shipping its new LNG-powered vehicle to the UK, using Calor’s facility at Donington Park for its first refuel. The Volvo FH LNG uses a gas-powered engine based on existing diesel technology, and while running on LNG the 460hp unit can deliver 20 percent less CO2 than the equivalent diesel FH truck. The Donington Park

Shell has announced it will send a pre-production prototype of the OX flat-pack truck to India, showcasing the vehicle’s ability to bring low-cost all-terrain mobility to rural communities in developing countries. The ‘OX to India’ mission is a joint venture between Shell and Gordon Murray Design (GMD), working in collaboration with the Global Vehicle Trust, with funding from

Ashcourt Group, the Hull-based transport and haulage operator, has developed a tyre-management strategy with Continental Tyres and local dealer Adams Tyres, that has reduced running costs by an estimated 20 percent. The Group operates a fleet of 79 vehicles including heavy-duty tipper wagons, hook loaders, tankers, concrete mixers, skip loaders and low loaders for specialist heavy haulage moves.

Turbocharging has been used for many years, primarily in sports cars and high-end luxury vehicles, however things have changed as manufacturers are heavily focused on meeting strict emissions targets. This has led to modern vehicles being produced with smaller engines that are turbocharged to offer the power when needed. Turbo power isn’t as durable as

Tyreshop equipment specialists, Techplus has added the TreadReader hand held tyre scanner to its product offering The TreadReader hand held scanner is a compact and lightweight device. It is quick and easy to use and eliminates errors associated with manual depth gauges. The TreadReader is suitable for wet or dirty tyres and is ideal for

Finnegan Equipment Solutions is set to exhibit Josam’s flagship Itrack, Camaligner and AM Laser alignment systems at the CV Show in Birmingham next week. Sharing a stand with AES Uk Ltd., the company will also exhibit Josam’s range of heat inductors along with some of its collision repair system equipment. There will also be a

Michelin has launched a brand-new tyre range aimed at regional haulage operations where fleet bosses place a priority on fuel saving. The introduction of the Michelin X Multi Energy marks the first time the company has launched a dedicated fuel-saving tyre outside of the typical long-distance trunking sector. Its arrival is the next step in

Mercedes-Benz has launched ViaVan, a ride-sharing service, in London. A joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Vans and US-based start-up Via, the ViaVan service will operate in TfL Zones one and two initially. Successfully launched in Amsterdam in March, London is the second metropolis in Europe where the new company is operating the service. Other cities, including Berlin, will

A Scania R 500 has won the Green Truck Award for 2018, following a comparison test by trade magazines. The Scania delivered an average fuel consumption of 11.34mpg and an average speed of 49.65mph over the 217 mile test route. “The ‘Green truck Award’ is a unique comparison test since it has this total focus on what matters

The British Government has made a further announcement to clarify the regulation of volumetric concrete mixers, which will fall in line with other HGVs beginning in September 2018. The existing legislation means that volumetric operators and drivers require no Operator Licence, no application of drivers’ hours or working time rules. According to the Mineral Products Association (MPA) in the