Switch to electric shunters

Switching from diesel to electric yard shunters can save operators money from day one, according to Terberg DTS UK, which showed its YT203-EV yard shunter at RTX.

Based on its ubiquitous YT193/YT223 machine, this zero-tailpipe-emission tug has been fitted with lithium ion batteries, which power a ZF CeTrax electric central drivetrain.

The average power consumption of a YT203EV is just 16kW per hour, meaning in its most popular 148kWh specification it has a range of more than nine hours.

Terberg DTS UK’s business model is to rent out, rather than to sell vehicles. It also works closely with customers to provide suitable charging facilities.

Eminox used RTX to announce its move into the Euro-6 diesel particulate filter (DPF) aftermarket with a range of DPFs for all OEMs.

Eminox retrofit and aftermarket sales director Carlos Vicente said the alternative to OEM-sourced DPFs had the potential to save operators up to 50% of costs.

With attention guaranteed by the Operation Tramline enforcement tractor unit on the stand, National Highways revealed the launch of its latest project, the Van Handbook.

The book, which covers the safe and legal operation of light commercials, also refers to useful physical resources such as Fresnel wide-angle lenses and in-cab litter bins.

National Highways also drew attention to its app for overseas operators, now available in 14 languages, together with a project under way for its printed booklet to be increased from five languages.