Dan Parton

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Power and precision: the digital evolution of steering

As the commercial vehicle sector moves increasingly towards electrification, electric power steering technology is going to become more important, as was seen at IAA Transportation, writes Dan Parton ...

Steering Systems
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Drain on the system

As fuel costs have rocketed this year, so have diesel thefts from trucks and bulk containers alike, but what can drivers and operators do to try to prevent this from happening, asks Dan Parton

Fuel Pricing
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Rigids: Firestopper

Fire appliances have very specific requirements, and much has to be taken into consideration by chassis manufacturers, bodybuilders and fleet managers to ensure the end vehicle meets demand, writes...

Vehicle Specification
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Urban trucks: Safe System sorted

The Direct Vision Standard requires trucks to have all manner of safety systems fitted – from sensor systems to side underrun barriers. Dan Parton examines how fleets can ensure that they are working...

Road Safety
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Fuel efficiency: Heroes of zero

The government’s Road to Zero strategy and its commitment to a steep increase in reducing CO2 emissions has focused the minds of hauliers on this issue. Help is at hand through various enabling...

Driver CPC
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Tyre rotation for commercial vehicles

Rotating tyres on commercial vehicles can help to extend their life and reduce cost of ownership – but how best to do it, asks Dan Parton

Maintenance