John Challen

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Buses lead the charge

Electric bus maintenance requires entirely different skills than repairing buses fitted with internal combustion engines. John Challen learns how operators have tooled up

Personal Protective Equipment
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Going full circle

The issue of wheel security has been long-debated in the transport sector and within the IRTE. The topic has now picked up some serious traction and new work could revise existing guidance, explains...

Wheel Security
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Tempting technologies

As the industry gears up for the CV Show (25—27 April at the NEC), John Challen previews releases from the few that have already broken cover

Continuing Professional Development
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Brexit blues

The EU referendum, and subsequent debate about how exactly the UK will detach itself from the European Union, is likely to mean the country facing considerable uncertainty throughout 2017. John...

Driver / People Management
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CV Show 2016: it’s show time

It’s time for the main commercial vehicle event of the year. John Challen offers a selection of highlights at the CV Show (26—28 April 2016, NEC, Birmingham)

Irtec
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The big one 2016

Want to know what to expect at the Commercial Vehicle Show – on 26, 27 and 2 April 2016 at the NEC, Birmingham? Here’s an early selection, from John Challen

Tyres & Retreads
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Buckle up: enjoy the ride

Despite fluctuating growth rates throughout 2015, the UK continued its recovery post 2008, and there are now reasons to be cheerful in the year ahead. John Challen taps into RHA and FTA data and...

Driver CPC
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Right side of the law

Delegates at the IRTE Conference 2015 were treated to a comprehensive update on legal requirements and responsibilities for operators. John Challen presents the evidence

Irtec
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CLOCS champions

Commercial vehicle fleets operating in London are coming under pressure from a burgeoning and mobile population. John Challen reports on TfL’s plans, as explained by programme manager Glen Davies

Driver CPC
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All aboard

Looking for reasons to visit Coach & Bus Live 2015, from 30 September to 1 October at the NEC, Birmingham? John Challen brings you 10 good ones

Bus & Coach
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The main event 2015

New names, products and services in transport – the CV Show 2015 promises plenty for visitors to discover when it opens in Birmingham (14—16 April at the NEC). John Challen picks out some highlights

Tyres & Retreads
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Euro Bus Expo 14

The latest products and services for the coach and bus market are set to hit the NEC, Birmingham, as Euro Bus Expo 14 opens its doors. John Challen picks out some highlights

Tyres & Retreads