Global development of hydrogen-fuelled internal combustion engines for trucks and buses has moved on again with the unveiling of the YCK16H 552bhp 16-litre, multi-fuel, six-cylinder unit by Yuchai of...
Alternative Fuels
It’s taken component shortages to make the industry come to terms with the positive and negative impacts of vehicle connectivity, argues Richard Simpson
Vehicle Electrics & Electronics
While contract repair and maintenance (R&M) is virtually a given for new vehicles in trucking, this is far from the case in the smaller and more diverse coach sector. Richard Simpson finds out why
Bus & Coach
Richard Simpson finds out how battery leasing can reduce front-end costs and uncertainty as bus fleets transition to electric power
Vehicle Electrics & Electronics
Rebuilding gearboxes is a time-consuming and specialist task. Richard Simpson looks for cheaper, quicker alternatives
Engine/Transmission Management
Local authorities are turning to outside contractors to maintain their vehicle fleets. Richard Simpson finds out why
Municipal Vehicles
Fifth wheels form the vital link between tractor unit and trailer, yet DVSA seems remarkably imprecise about wear and maintenance standards. Richard Simpson explains what’s actually required
Fifth Wheels
Lubricants form a vital but sometimes ignored role in vehicle powertrains. Richard Simpson explains the latest developments
Lubricants & Systems
Will hydrogen power keep the internal combustion engine alive? Richard Simpson visits a British company that is betting the farm on hydrogen as a diesel replacement
Alternative Fuels
Construction of the Hinkley Point C power station entails moving a workforce of thousands to and from the site each day. Tackling the task is First Bus subsidiary Somerset Passenger Solutions. Richard...
Fleet Management Systems
Trailers have always been the poor relations of transport. Drivers may be allocated a particular truck which they regard as their own, but does anyone take ‘ownership’ of a trailer, asks Richard...
Tyres & Retreads