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 Street value |
06/01/2012
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| Improving truck and van reliability has still not eliminated mechanical, electrical or electronic faults, which can prove costly. Steve Banner investigates common roadside problems and some solutions |
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Cold call |
07/11/2011
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| As the UK prepares itself for adverse weather, John Challen finds out the best ways for operators to prepare vehicle fleets and get the best chance of maintaining business as usual |
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Light wait |
06/10/2011
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| Improvements to van suspensions, powertrains, tyres etc are being led by technology often from other sectors of industry. Keith Read reports on current engineering advances for LCVs |
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Loads and the law |
06/10/2011
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| Case law around operating commercial vehicles outside legal weight limits demonstrates clearly that the problem is not only one of truck welfare, but also operators' and drivers' livelihoods. Andrew Woolfall provides advice |
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Retread carefully |
08/08/2011
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| The rising cost of new tyres – inflated due to the cost of raw materials – is leading many operators to consider retreads. And, as Steve Banner discovers, the market is offering both quality and a wide selection |
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Going up |
08/08/2011
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| How can tail lifts help to ensure that transport and passenger vehicles comply with health and safety legislation as well as making loading and unloading easier? John Kendall finds out |
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Roll reversal |
05/05/2011
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| Development work to try and prevent rollover continues at various research houses around the world. But, Dave Young asks, are we much closer to solutions? |
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Best in show |
05/05/2011
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| The CV Show 2011 at Birmingham's NEC in April witnessed an array of new technology. Transport Engineer was there to witness the Show's triumphant return |
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Your Shout |
05/05/2011
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| With respect to irtec, the vehicle technician licensing scheme, is it time to put our foot back on the ball? |
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Your shout |
07/04/2011
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| The Association of Lorry Loader Manufacturers and Importers (ALLMI) has recently raised the issue of thorough examinations and load tests for lorry-mounted cranes. |
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Assistance manager |
04/03/2011
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| As they continue to grow in popularity, Dan Gilkes looks into some of the advanced technologies that actively help maintain commercial vehicle stability, braking, steering and safety |
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Drive to safety |
11/11/2010
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| How important is the driver of a fleet vehicle to upholding the necessary high levels of maintenance? James Backhouse, from solicitor Backhouse Jones, reckons more than some might think |
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Tread carefully |
11/11/2010
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| Buy new, or go for retreads? There are several decisions to take around tyre, but many operators don't know the best path to tread. Keith Read talks to manufacturers for clarification |
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Correct tyre and wheel setup saves fuel |
11/11/2010
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| Two-thirds of Europe's truck combinations are driving around with incorrect wheel alignment, and many also have the wrong tyre types and tyre pressures. |
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Rubber revolution |
10/08/2010
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| Think tyres are tyres are tyres? Think again, as Steve Banner highlights developments that could have a significant impact on what boots your truck and van fleets should be sporting |
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On your guard |
09/07/2010
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| They may seem simple in their operation, but tail-lifts hold many hidden dangers that could cause operators a lot more problems than just a spilt load. John Challen looks at the latest developments |
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Wheel assembly maintenance key to operator suspension |
08/06/2010
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| The Traffic Commissioner for Scotland, who suspended Aberdeen-based haulage operator W&H Leslie's licence for 10 days in April following
a truck wheel detachment, has released useful details of the issues behind her decision. |
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A stable environment? |
05/05/2010
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| Overloading is acknowledged as one of the prime causes of vehicle instability, which can cause accidents – often serious. Yet legislation designed to prevent overloading is being flouted every day on our roads, discovers Keith Read |
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Let the Show begin |
06/04/2010
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| After months of planning, the doors of the NEC will soon be open to the commercial vehicle operator community. Here is just a selection of products that visitors can expect to see on 3, 14 and 15 April at the CV Operator Show 2010 |
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Rollover revolution |
06/04/2010
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| While the industry and legislators alike work to reduce truck rollovers, this type of accident remains doggedly resistant. Keith Read finds out why |
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Show business |
08/03/2010
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| The commercial vehicle operator community will gather at Birmingham's NEC on 13, 14 and 15 April 2010 for the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show 2010. |
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Protection correction |
08/03/2010
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| There may not be much movement over the requirements surrounding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), but John Challen uncovers evidence of change in the workshop environment |
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