Dan Gilkes

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Saving weight

The latest models of light commercial vehicles aim to maintain and even increase payloads in tippers, dropsides and conversions by revising powertrains, incorporating new materials and eliminating...

Drop Side
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In lieu of legislation

The FTA’s Van Excellence scheme is picking up momentum. But, with van operators’ statistics for roadworthiness and compliance still at record lows, Dan Gilkes suggests it’s time to put up or shut up

Road Safety
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Smart all-rounder

New looks inside and out, revised engines and improved electronic driver assistance mark the arrival of the latest Iveco Eurocargo. Dan Gilkes reports from Brescia, northern Italy

Rigids
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Aero dynamic

Improving vehicle aerodynamics can go a long way to helping transport operators improve efficiency and cut fuel costs. Dan Gilkes reviews latest efforts being made by bodybuilders to get in on the act...

Bodywork
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Advancing axles

Fuel saving remains a key driver for truck OEMs, and engine, gearbox and running gear specialists. Dan Gilkes looks at current and future technologies and finds out what matters for transport...

Axles
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Waste expectations

Engineering breakthroughs in the municipal vehicle market are promising improved levels of fuel consumption and efficiency. Dan Gilkes rounds up on some of the latest developments

Municipal Vehicles
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Fault finding

While computers are essential to saving workshops and operators time and money on truck maintenance, they can be fallible. So how far can technicians trust diagnostics? Dan Gilkes finds out

Diagnostic Equipment
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Assistance manager

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

Vehicle Stability
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Supporting act

Making a profit in the road haulage business has never been easy. Dan Gilkes investigates how a truck's axle choice could make a difference

Axles
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Troublesome trucks

Would you know what to do in the event of a van or truck breakdown at the roadside? Dan Gilkes offers advice on prescribed procedures and protocols

Repair & Maintenance
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Coupling maintenance

A fifth wheel coupling is arguably one of the most important components on a truck – yet is probably the least well maintained. But, as Dan Gilkes finds out, this is changing

Fifth Wheels
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Tanker tales

Tanker builders and operators are finding ever more innovative approaches to maximising efficiency, payload and access. Dan Gilkes reports

Tankers