A sustainable mobile tyre van developed by Bri-Stor Systems has driven the company to awards success.
The Hixon-based firm’s design, which powers all on-board tyre service equipment without the need for engine idling, won the Green Innovation award at the 2026 WhatVan Awards, held in London.
Developed with Portable Power Technology, the van uses the Power360 lithium system to recharge on the move, delivering a quieter, cleaner service while significantly reducing emissions, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs.
They cut fuel use and CO₂/NOx emissions by 30 per cent, saving around 1,200 tonnes of CO₂ a year.
Twenty are already in service across Halfords and a further 60 are set to be deployed in January.
Andrew Goodwin, sales and marketing director of Bri-Stor Systems, said: “It’s fantastic to see the hard work and science that went into the Sustainable Mobile Tyre Van recognised by the judging panel.
“Our goal has always been to help fleets cut emissions and costs while improving efficiency and working with our partners and customers has been key to making this a reality.”
Karl Baker, director of operations at Halfords Mobile Expert, said: “Our investment in these vehicles is based on hard evidence. Two-year trials proved that the lithium-powered systems deliver real savings on fuel, emissions, and maintenance – all while improving the Halfords customer experience. This technology is helping us build a fleet that’s leaner, greener, and fit for the future.”
Bri-Stor Systems, which is part of The HEX Group, was highly commended in the Converter of the Year category at the same awards.
