A vehicle’s roller brake test leads to an overall verdict – pass or fail – but that’s not the full story. John Challen examines the importance of looking at the results in detail
Braking Systems
The passenger car market has seen it most prominently with Tesla, but now the commercial vehicle sector is set to be shaken by EV startups, writes John Challen
Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles are viewed by many as the solution to a lot of transport-related problems. But other technologies – such as hydrogen – are fighting back. By John Challen
Alternative Fuels
The transport sector has had some major issues to cope with in recent times, but nothing could have prepared operators for what 2020 had in store. John Challen counts the costs of a global pandemic...
Fleet Operating Costs
Remanufacturing of commercial vehicle brake components is a growing business, with both OE providers and independent manufacturers offering product ranges to suit all vehicles and trailers. By John...
Brakes & Braking Systems
Maintenance and servicing of vehicles is paramount to ensure they stay on the road. But what about when it comes to ancillary components, such as tail-lifts? John Challen finds out from the people who...
Health & Safety Legislation
The presence of harmful materials and substances in the workshop means that technicians are advised to ‘handle with care’ – and protect their skin. By John Challen
Workshop
The workshop environment has a number of obvious, as well as hidden, dangers. Working at height is one that requires careful consideration when planning maintenance, writes John Challen
Workshop
Becoming a master technician is the pinnacle of the irtec ladder and many transport engineers have benefited from the role. By John Challen
Apprenticeships
Twelve months after the last Transport Engineer operator costs report, the same overriding issues remain. There is still a shortage of skilled drivers, still uncertainty in the economy (and, of...
Finance & Leasing
Looking after its own people – as well as customers – has led to positive results for Alltruck, finds John Challen
Driver / People Management
As modern vehicles become increasingly complex to help improve safety, the list of skills needed by vehicle technicians and apprentices grows longer. John Challen takes a look around Thatcham...
Apprenticeships