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JJ Kavanagh & Sons deploy TranzSafety
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ranzaura, the provider of driver management solutions to the transport sector which has successfully provided JJ Kavanagh & Sons with its tachograph management solution TranzTacho for the past number of years has supplied mobile safety solution TranzSafety for its extensive bus and coach fleet. The TranzSafety mobile application provides the latest in Electronic Driver Vehicle Safety Checks for all vehicle types in the transport and bus industries. “We look forward to developing our relationship further with JJ Kavanagh & Sons through the implementation of TranzSafety and we are excited by how quickly they will see the benefits from our innovative safety solution”, said Mike Price, Sales Director & Founder at Tranzaura. TranzSafety will provide JJ Kavanagh & Sons with the following immediate benefits: • Paperless Daily Driver Vehicle Checks • Defects Recorded Real Time Th rough Image Capture
Iveco Bus: the new Iveco brand ID for passenger transport
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veco Bus has been inaugurated as the new brand name of Iveco’s passenger transport business, confi rming the Italy company’s commitment to this sector. Th is new ID replaces that of the former Iveco Irisbus. Th is development marks the beginning of a new phase for Iveco’s collective passenger transport activities with the objective of expanding on a global level. It is the last step in an extensive consolidation process, which has deep roots in the history of the company, the result of over a century’s worth of experience. Th is new brand identity coincides with the launch of an entirely new Euro 6 citybus, which had its world premiere at the 60th UITP World Congress and Mobility & City Transport Exhibition in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Elimination of unnecessary Vehicle Downtime Management of all Types of Vehicle Checks Instant Reporting for their Fleet Manager
“We are already reaping the benefits of TranzTacho and now welcome TranzSafety as our safety management tool. Safety is always a priority for us and our customers and we have full confidence in Tranzaura’s ability to provide quality, innovative and customizable solutions for our business going forward.” said Paul Kavanagh, JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
MAN UNVI Touring GT hits the road
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ollowing its debut at the recent Coach & Bus Live 2013 Show at the NEC, Birmingham, the new MAN UNVI Touring GT has arrived in Ireland and is now available to order for new season delivery. Supplied by Central Bus & Coach, Keenagh, County Longford, the new MAN 14.280 41-seat (plus courier and driver) will be sold alongside the Mercedes-Benz option using this coachwork. Powered by MAN’s D08 Euro 5 engine series that produces 290 hp and uses EGR to meet the emission levels required. ZF’s 6 speed EcoLife automated transmission is the standard option with integrated 5-Stage retarder. An upgraded driver’s suspended seat and cruise control are also fitted - while passengers will appreciate the additional comfort and support from the Politecnica Grand Prix seats. Compared to the Mercedes-Benz version (based on the Atego) tyre size is larger at 285/70R/19.5. Disc brakes are fitted all round. Notable from the fi rst drive was the low engine noise, better driver access to seat and larger boot space. A 45 seat option is also available. Premium price on the MAN UNVI is around €22,000 up on the Mercedes-Benz.
Spec Check Make/Model Engine Power Torque Transmission Brakes Dimensions Tyres FLEETTRANSPORT | DEC 13/JAN 14
MAN UNVI Touring GT-R MAN 14.280 6-8 litre diesel Euro 5 EGR 290hp 1100Nm@1200-1700 rpm 6-speed ZF EcoLife auto with 5 Stage Retarder Discs front & rear ABS/TCS – EBS/ESP L: 10.26m – W: 2.50m – H: 3.58m Wheelbase: 5.09Sm - Luggage:- 6.7 cu.m on 41 seater 285/70R 19.5 Text: Jarlath Sweeney - editor@fleet.ie