TIP readies trailer fleet ahead of braking system assessment guideline changes
TIP has been busy equipping around 20,000 trailers with its electronic braking performance monitoring system (EBPMS), BrakePlus, over the last couple of years to ensure its fleet is ready for changes to the guidelines around braking system assessment, effective this April.
Changing trailer braking system guidelines: roller brake tests or EBPMS?
Following the latest updates to the DVSA's 'Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness', transport operators face significant changes when it comes to assessing the braking performance of the semi-trailers in their fleet.
Changing trailer braking system guidelines: are you ready?
Following the latest updates to the DVSA's 'Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness', transport operators face significant changes when it comes to assessing the braking performance of the semi-trailers in their fleet.
TIP Group and DSV continue trailer refurbishment programme, cutting emissions and improving fleet efficiency
In 2025, TIP Group and DSV will refurbish 500 Schmitz Huckepack trailers, extending their lifespan and ensuring they continue operating on DSV's European routes.
TIP Mechanic Academy students pass mid-course exams
Just before Christmas, all 13 of our student trailer mechanics from all around the UK passed their "mid-course" exams, which is amazing news from the TIP Mechanic Academy.
TIP Group supports P&O Ferrymasters with refurbishment of 304 trailers
As companies face rising operational costs and increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets, trailer refurbishment has become an attractive solution for fleet operators.
Over 170 bags of non-perishable food and other supplies were gathered by TIP staff members for distribution to food banks in the UK and Ireland as part of this year's TIP Global Food Drive.
TIP Group awarded Interfloor trailer fleet contract
We are delighted to have been awarded the contract to replace the existing trailer fleet of leading underlay and flooring accessories supplier, Interfloor, with 56 new SDC curtainsider trailers being supplied on a long-term hire arrangement, including maintenance & repair, tyre management and telematics services.
Major acquisition strengthens TIP’s trailer ‘refurbishment’ services
TIP has acquired Trailer Auto Group (TAG), a state-of-the-art trailer refurbishment facility located in Stoke-on-Trent, to significantly strengthen its refurbishment offering.
TIP is Rental & Contract Hire Company of the Year!
We were delighted to attend the annual Temperature Controlled Storage & Distribution Awards last week and honoured to come away with the award for ‘Rental and Contract Hire Company of the Year’.
Winter truck and trailer maintenance: preventive or reactive? Avoid costly surprises!
Winter presents unique challenges to truck and trailer fleets, but adopting a preventive maintenance approach helps minimize downtime, reduce costs, and keep your trucks and trailers in top condition all season long.