The latest version of VDO's V3.2 TIS-Web analysis and archiving software for tachogrpahs has been unveiled, with several upgrades allowing more control and better management of data.
Tachometers
Sometimes an operator can become successful so fast that the challenge is no longer about achieving growth, but attempting to improve efficiency and joined-up working just to keep up.
Workshop Management Systems
All operators have to maintain strict records on vehicle maintenance, driver licensing and competence, and vehicle use and mileage to co comply with VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) requirements – and Guildford Council is no exception. However, with about 25% of its driver workforce employed by agencies, responsibility and accountability for vehicle use has, in the past, been more challenging than for most.
Telematics
Biofuels are very much on transport engineers' radar right now. On the one hand, there's the prospect of gaining green credentials and driving a wedge through the current impasse on out-of-hours deliveries. On the other, there are well-aired concerns over invalidated warranties, and operational and storage problems.
Alternative Fuels
Considered a great opportunity for tackling climate change fleet-wide, others label biofuels a maintenance nightmare. One thing's for sure, says John Challen, they are here to stay
Alternative Fuels
Biodiesel may have its problems, but what about the various biogases on offer? Brian Tinham talks to engine and technology developers to assess the issues
Alternative Fuels
FTA president FTA Stewart Oades tells John Challen why the industry should be spreading the word about loving logistics
Driver / People Management
New legislation is pushing vehicle manufacturers and operators to help truck drivers improve their all-round visibility. John Kendall takes up the story
Retrofits
After months of planning, the doors of the NEC will soon be open to the commercial vehicle operator community. Here is just a selection of products that visitors can expect to see on 3, 14 and 15 April at the CV Operator Show 2010
Tyres & Retreads
Ironically, in a world that is fast becoming obsessed with social media, the act of being "sociable" is fading fast, and our industry is not immune to this trend.
With people happy to hide behind emails, instead of picking up the telephone, the art of human interaction is fading. And simultaneously, the level of misunderstanding from written instructions is rising, and, in some cases, is proving catastrophic.
The newly formed Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has appointed Mike Owen to manage its all-new Garage Section. In his new role, Owen will be recruiting independent garages.
As the voluntary technician licensing scheme irtec prepares to enter a new phase, with IMI and IRTE working to seal their collaboration, John Fife finds out what operators think
Apprenticeships