FTA Calls for Complete Abolition of Tariffs on New Trucks
A reduction in the tariff from 25% to 10% is in the right direction but FTA has called for the abolition of tariffs on trucks. Speaking on behalf of the logistics industry, FTA’s deputy CEO James Hookham said: “We are pleased to see our calls to remove the very high proposed tariffs have been listened […]
Haulage Sector Reduces NOx Emissions Output
According to new government statistics, the harmful NOx emissions from trucks have been halved between 2013 and 2018. Department for Transport figures show a 52% fall in the five year period as haulage firms upgraded to cleaner Euro VI lorries. The trend is set to continue and projects that NOx emissions from HGVs will have […]
Mobile Services Embraces the Latest Mercedes-Benz
Vehicle logistics specialist Mobile Services has just been supplied by East Midlands Dealer Mertrux Truck & Vans with the latest Mercedes-Benz. The low-framed 26-tonne Actros 2535 LnR ENA has made an excellent start, returning promising fuel figures and earning positive feedback from its driver. Powered by a 7.7-litre straight-six engine generating 260 kW (354 hp), […]
K Transport Extends Fleet with New Trucks
Midlands-based K Transport Services has acquired new trucks, supplied through Greenhous Commercials, which has been supplying the business for more than 20 years. It now operates a fleet of more than 80 vehicles and 130 trailers from their sites in Coven and Planetary Road, Willenhall to various customer premises. The latest DAF vehicles received by K […]
Lens-Tech Is FTA Van Excellence Bronze Partner
FTA’s Van Excellence scheme, an innovative initiative designed to recognise excellence within the vans sector and improve operational standards, has named Lens-Tech Co Ltd, a designer, manufacturer and supplier of Fresnel lenses, as its bronze partner. Lens-Tech’s product range helps truck, van and car drivers to clearly see vehicle blind spots, matching Van Excellence’s commitment to […]
