What’s being described as “the ultimate brake service solution for light commercial vehicles” is due to be launched by Mintex in January (2017).
Brakes & Braking Systems
The De Rooy race team, which won the 2016 Dakar rally truck class in an Iveco Powerstar 4X4, says it is going for gold again in the world’s toughest race – driving on standard Goodyear off-road tyres....
Tyres & Retreads
Six apprentice technicians employed by Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealer Rygor have now graduated from the German giant’s UK vehicle technician apprenticeship programme.
Apprenticeships
Isuzu Truck North London has moved to new premises in Hoddesdon, with a much larger site and better access to the A10 and M25.
Dealerships
Hauliers are about to be hit by a rise in the price of fuel, as the welcome fuel duty freeze is superseded by the ramifications of OPEC’s decision last week to cut oil production.
Fuel Pricing
A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4x4 van is now successfully transporting mountain rescue volunteers to emergency call-outs across challenging terrain in the Peak District national park.
Off Roaders
An online information resource has been launched explaining the new API CK-4 and FA-4 heavy-duty diesel engine oil standard categories.
Lubricants & Systems
Getting vehicle dynamics right is an engineering specialisation all of its own. Brian Tinham talks to one of the best known simulation specialists about how to get from concept to reality faster
Suspensions
Semi-trailers ain’t what they used to be: they’re much more sophisticated, efficient and productive. Or at least they should be. Brian Tinham explains
Braking Systems
As natural gas-diesel conversions fall ever so slightly from grace, dual-fuel liquefied petroleum gas looks like its surprise replacement. Brian Tinham explains
Alternative FuelsSteve Carroll has been appointed head of transport at Cenex (the UK centre of excellence for low carbon technologies). A fleet management and renewable energies specialist, Carroll was chosen for his...
People
Swindon-based Les Smith Haulage has returned to Mercedes-Benz after a six-year absence, taking delivery of five new vehicles from the local branch of dealer group Rygor.
Rigids