Improving vehicle aerodynamics can go a long way to helping transport operators improve efficiency and cut fuel costs. Dan Gilkes reviews latest efforts being made by bodybuilders to get in on the act
Bodywork
Some would argue that they are the hardest working vehicles on a fleet, but how are tippers being improved to help operators? John Challen examines recent developments
Tippers
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
Rules in the UK regulating transport operations are plentiful, but Steve Banner, reporting from Brussels, suggests that operators should turn a watchful eye to what's being hatched on the other side of the Channel
Trailers
Transport Engineer picks some of the highlights to be seen at the CV Show 2012, coming to the NEC, Birmingham on 24, 25 and 26 April
TelematicsDr Carsten Intra has succeeded Lars Wrebo as director, production and logistics at MAN Truck and Bus.
PeopleTwo years after their launch, and with numbers approaching 200, ATFs (Authorised Testing Facilities) are performing well, but with room for improvement.
Aerodynamics
Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) has confirmed 50.3% in well-to-wheel greenhouse gas emissions savings from running a biomethane-powered Iveco Stralis rigid, compared to its equivalent diesel Stralis vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
Volvo Bus UK has won orders for 174 new hybrid buses, as part of the Green Bus fund for England, including its single largest ever hybrid order – of 77 double deck buses for Arriva.
Bus & Coach
Northside Truck & Van has opened for business in North Lincolnshire and East and North Yorkshire, looking after Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles.
Dealerships
Following success in several Swedish cities, Scania is to launch a low entry gas bus into the UK, with in conjunction with bodybuilder Alexander Dennis.
Alternative Fuels
Norbert Dentressangle has invested more than £1 million in a new site at Rugby, primarily to serve as a national distribution centre for Continental Tyre Group (CTG).
Light Commercial Vehicles