John Challen

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A fresh look at road charging needed, says think tank

A report published today argues that every citizen should be given a free, tradeable share in the road network, combined with the introduction of road user charging and the abolition of VED (vehicle...

Routing
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Bevan signs new deal for graphics division

Bodybuilder Bevan Group has added a graphics team to its operation in a bid to grow the company in different directions.

Paint, Print & Livery
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Vehicle giants to collaborate on commercial vans

A strategic partnership covering the development and production of engines, passenger cars and commercial vans has been signed between none other than the Renault-Nissan alliance and Daimler.

Engine/Transmission Management
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Transport engineers show opens next week in Birmingham

Two halls of Birmingham's NEC will play host to the biggest commercial vehicle operator event of the year from 13 to 15 April, when the Commercial Vehicle Operator Show arrives in the city.

Fuel Pricing
News

Research shows half of all truck drivers do not belt up

A study undertaken by research institute CEESAR has discovered that, while the use of seat belts by European truck drivers is on the rise, fewer than half of those behind the wheel bother to use the...

Health & Safety Legislation
Features

Fuel intentions

Considered a great opportunity for tackling climate change fleet-wide, others label biofuels a maintenance nightmare. One thing's for sure, says John Challen, they are here to stay

Alternative Fuels
Features

Great freight debate

FTA president FTA Stewart Oades tells John Challen why the industry should be spreading the word about loving logistics

Driver / People Management
News

Arla variable deck trailer set to improve dairy capacity by 50%

In a bid to massively increase load capacity and fleet efficiency, Arla Foods has invested in its first variable deck trailer.

Tyres & Retreads
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Double-deck trailer trial at APC Overnight

The first stage of a major overhaul of the entire trailer fleet at APC Overnight has begun, with the first big change being the arrival of a Don-Bur aerodynamic double-deck trailer, currently...

Trailers
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FTA president calls for Highway code re-think

Stewart Oades, president of the Freight Transport Association (FTA) believes that many of the problems on the road are down to poor education, specifically starting with the basics of the Highway...

Road Safety
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Special protection for vital bus service data

Transport for London's (TfL) latest bus workshop has been fitted with 2km of flexible conduit from Flexicon, to protect the cabling for an oil management system installed at the site.

Bodyshop Equipment
News

New approach to trailer leg operation from Jemison

There could be a revolution in the trailer leg market, thanks to the launch of an innovative technology from Jemison.

Trailer Equipment