John Challen

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GreenRoad helps Kerry Foods cut fuel consumption and crashes

In a bid to boost driver performance and safety management, Kerry Foods Direct to Store (KFDTS) is using GreenRoad on its nationwide fleet of 3.5 tonne temperature-controlled vans.

Road Safety
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Krone Trailers reports success with load securing system

Krone Trailers has revealed that its multi-safe load securing system is receiving approval across the UK and European transport industry. Operators wishing to comply with the latest load restraint...

Trailers
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MB’s 24/7 servicing praised by Churchesfire

Churchesfire has revealed that a major factor in its decision to switch its van fleet to Mercedes-Benz was the round-the-clock servicing capability of the vehicle manufacturer's dealers .

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Hyva hookloaders fitted to MTS’ DAF rigid fleet

MTS Cleansing Services is introducing a brand new fleet of sixteen DAF 8x4 rigids fitted with top specification Hyva hookloaders.

Tippers
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Eaton clutch technology to be shown at Hannover

Eaton will feature its latest clutch technology for heavy-duty applications at this year's IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany from September 20-27.

Light Commercial Vehicles
Features

Your shout

According to the incoming president of the Institute of Highway Engineers, UK motorways should be an HGV-free zone on Sundays.

Rigids
Features

Two becomes one for Hambleys Volvo rigid truck

Two becomes one for Hambleys Volvo rigid truck

Rigids
Features

Fresh Direct returns to Isuzu for food service

Following the success of its first 20 Isuzu 7.5-tonne rigids, delivered in 2009, food service company Fresh Direct has taken delivery of another batch.

Rigids
Features

Intelligent tyre support

Want to reduce maintenance times and prolong tyre life? John Challen advises on how to keep your vehicle tyre fleet in check

Tyres & Retreads
Features

A break with tradition

New legislation that impacts on brakes and braking systems is causing suppliers to work harder to improve their products. John Challen assesses latest developments aimed at optimising performance

Brakes & Braking Systems
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Innovation launched to prevent phone use at the wheel

A Leeds-based technology company, G2M Technologies, has launched a system aimed at reducing the number of deaths on the road that are caused by company drivers using their phones while at the wheel.

Road Safety
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Michelin tyres go the extra mile for Prestons of Potto

Northallerton-based Prestons of Potto is seeing the direct benefits of moving from 295/80 R22.5 drive axle tyres to 315/80 R22.5s, after the highest mileage tractor unit in an initial 20-vehicle trial...

Tyres & Retreads