Test results on a development in retrofit emissions reduction technology have shown it can deliver outstanding results across a wide range of pollutants, according to developer Eminox.
Emissions Control
BAE systems and QinetiQ are working together to deliver the hybrid electric drive for the US Army ground combat vehicle (GCV) programme.
Gearboxes
The largest dealer group in the Renault Trucks UK network, Renault Truck Commercials, has bought £300,000 worth of Renault Master and Kangoo vans – 22 in all – to improve customer service and aftersales support.
Light Commercial Vehicles
East Anglia's Mercedes-Benz dealer Orwell Truck & Van has completed its latest workshop development – a new VOSA-approved ATF (Authorised Test Facility).
VOSA Testing
The Volkswagen Caddy has its first ever special edition, the Match, which the German manufacturer says offers "unbelievable value for money with a higher specification and stylish exterior – plus competitive finance offers".
Light Commercial Vehicles
Given that the transportation of passengers carries with it greater risks than the movement of goods, maintenance takes on even greater safety-related significance. John Challen investigates the latest developments in bus and coach inspection and testing
Irtec
Given the costs and downtime involved in putting right a crashed van, truck, bus or coach, it is critical that repairs are carried out fast, but without impacting quality or safety. Steve Banner reports
Continuing Professional Development
Might 2012 be the year that full toroidal variator technology takes its place in the commercial vehicle transmission big league? Brian Tinham reports
Gearboxes
When operator Mick George acquired another 10 Charlton SuperLite-bodied DAF 8x4 tippers for its fleet, 2011 sales for Dover-based bodybuilder reached a record.
Tippers
Something is happening in the transport industry. Figures released recently by the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders), covering last year's van and truck sales, show a healthy increase in operators' purchasing patterns, compared with 2010.
Sales Figures
Fuel saving remains a key driver for truck OEMs, and engine, gearbox and running gear specialists. Dan Gilkes looks at current and future technologies and finds out what matters for transport engineers
Axles
Billions of euros spent on tractor aerodynamics go to waste when truckers simply couple up to old trailers. Ian Norwell reports from the Kortrijk, Belgium trailer show, where Mercedes-Benz offered improved thinking
Tractor Units