Tractor

DAF has supplied a further 250 XF trucks to Spanish transport operator Primafrio following a successful introduction of 30 XF vehicles. Headquartered in Murcia, Primafrio specialises in the transportation of cooled, frozen and high value goods, with a total fleet…

These are interesting times for the transport sector when it comes to what is – and will be – the ‘fuel’ of choice for operators. It may have taken a while, but the electric vehicle phenomenon that has hit the passenger…

Logistics and parcel carrier UPS is one of several US firms supporting the development of full-electric trucks, following a reservation for 125 of Tesla’s Semi tractors to join its 8,500-strong worldwide fleet. The company is working towards its target of…

It’s not just young people who want computer games for Christmas – there’s been a huge growth in truck-themed gaming of late. But while they may appear to be entertainment, there’s a genuine business element, as many go beyond the…

The CV Show, the UK’s biggest event for the road transport, distribution and logistics industries, is now open for visitor registration at the official website www.cvshow.com. Taking place at the NEC in Birmingham from 24-26 April, show attendance has already…

Logistics experts Suttons Tankers have received the 2017 Roadworthiness Award from the Freight Transport Industry. Intended to highlight the efforts of FTA members in the fields of safety, efficiency and compliance, Suttons Tankers received the award for the high standards…

Scania has announced a new low-entry cab for its L-series range, designed specifically to suit urban environment applications. For improved visibility, and easy entry and exit, the new cab can be specified with automatic kneeling. The front air suspension system…

Truck stops are synonymous with all-day breakfasts and the smell of diesel, so it’s fair to say their reputation may not be the most glamorous. However, across the length and breadth of the country, roadside services are upping their game…

Leeds City Council has a published a consultation plan for a category B clean air zone in the city centre. The plans, scheduled to come into effect in 2020, would require HGVs to be Euro 6 compliant in order to…

Renault Trucks has begun the roll out of its Optiplanner electronic workshop and fleet management system. Optiplanner was designed in partnership with software experts r2c and links to all Renault dealers, giving fleet operators straightforward access to digital documentation, including…