Keith Read

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Technician time

When Iveco launched its award-winning Stralis Hi-Way tractor unit last year, it wasn't just the truck that was special. Keith Read looks at its diagnostics

Diagnostic Equipment
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Cold snap coming

When it comes to gearing up for winter, it makes sense to take some top tips from those whose business is focused on little else. Keith Read reports

Tyres & Retreads
News

Ford to replace entire commercial vehicle line-up next year

Ford's entire commercial vehicle line-up will have been revamped by the end of next year, with the introduction of next-generation Transit complementing long- and short-wheelbase new 1-tonne Transit...

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Fuel transformations

As scientists continue to work on oils in a bid to find fuels that will make commercial vehicles cleaner and more sustainable, Keith Read travels to Holland to assess developments from Shell

Alternative Fuels
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Under the covers

With a raft of new arrivals in recent months there's never been such a comprehensive and diverse selection of vans and LCVs. Keith Read looks under the covers at some of the latest

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Great saves

Cutting costs without compromising is important at the best of times, even more so during a double-dip recession. Keith Read rounds up ideas and innovations aimed at reducing LCV operators' outgoings...

Light Commercial Vehicles
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Tried and tested

GiTi Tyres' R&D facility at MIRA promises some interesting rubber that could cut costs for commercial vehicle operators in several ways. Keith Read pays a visit

Tyres & Retreads
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Fail safe

MOT failure rates are continuing to fall amid pressure to reduce vehicle downtime, and servicing and maintenance costs, while also bearing down on OCRS scores. Keith Read discovers how fleet managers...

Operator Compliance Risk Score
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Safety burst

Sophisticated cameras and sensors, as well as new mirrors are increasingly making commercial vehicles safer on the road. Keith Read looks at latest developments

Security Equipment
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Controlled environment

Electronics continues to play an increasing part in managing vehicle behaviour. Keith Read examines the state of the art for systems entering service as automated braking, steering, suspension and...

Braking Systems
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Dreaming of green

Beyond responding to mandatory staggered reductions in CO2 emissions over the coming months and years, there is plenty of potential for operators to clean up their fleets of both light and heavy duty...

Fleet Management Systems
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Light wait

Improvements to van suspensions, powertrains, tyres etc are being led by technology often from other sectors of industry. Keith Read reports on current engineering advances for LCVs

Tyres & Retreads