Steering may fail because the steering knuckle arm fitted to vehicles with front-mounting plates can suffer fatigue fractures as a result of higher front axle loads. This can result in failure of the...
Recalls
TreadReader, available from Sigmavision, is claimed to significantly reduce fuel and tyre costs by accurately measuring wear, diagnosing problems and predicting tyre service life.
Tyres & Retreads
Animal feed manufacturer and distributor BOCM Pauls says it has selected Volvo FM trucks for its fleet, because of their reliable, tough construction.
Heavy Goods VehiclesVehicle fuel savings technology firm Lysanda has announced a deal to supply Belgian mobile data firm Sycada with its CO2 and fuel reduction equipment for major fleets.
Telematics
A twin-cylinder turbo-diesel designed by Ricardo for Italian manufacturer Piaggio, is being claimed as the world's first engine of its type to be certified Euro 5 emissions compliant.
Emissions Control
In challenging economic times, it's no surprise to find operators tempted by the promise of significant savings by going down the non-OE parts route. Brian Tinham reports
Gearboxes
Brampton based Stoddart's Fuels is reporting that its new Isuzu 11 tonner does the work of two trucks and provides for a bigger and better payload potential.
Flatbed
With the new European roadworthiness testing Directive 2009/40 getting ever closer to formal implementation in the UK, fleet engineers, workshop service providers and VOSA inspectors are going to have...
Continuing Professional DevelopmentChris Turner has been appointed head of operations, logistics for Geodis Calberson. Turner previously worked for DHL, Kuehne and Nagel and DB Schenker. He reports directly to Gary Hubbard, Geodis...
People
Theiss Services in Australia says it has chosen Allison Transmissions to re-gear a front loader-equipped Volvo refuse truck, in a bid to save money and ensure reliability.
Gearboxes
Fife firm Robert Purvis Plant Hire is reporting great flexibility from a DAF truck that can be changed from a beavertail to a full flatbed with a high capacity crane.
Flatbed
W Rolls Transport reports achieving extra capacity on its latest 20-tonne eight-wheeler, thanks to Edbro's CX14 lightweight tipping gear and an Aliweld Highsider aluminium tipper body.
Tippers