Commercial vehicle bodybuilding association VBRA has launched a standard for commercial vehicle body accident repair.
Bodywork
A US-filmed, two-part course about the basics of automotive electrical diagnostics, but still relevant to UK commercial vehicles given the general nature of the subject matter.
Diagnostic Equipment
By highlighting emerging innovations, the CV Show has always pointed us towards the future of commercial vehicle technology. This year’s event focused on alternatives to diesel, in the form of battery-electric vehicles. Internal combustion engines are being replaced with electric motors for propulsion.
Electric Vehicles
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 & CoachVehicle emission compliance may not be met. An engine management software update & reset is required to ensure vehicle emission compliance. Number affected: 14. Manufacturer reference: M0202. Vehicle IDs: YV3T2U827EA167432 to YV3T2U824HA184970.
Recalls
Vehicles fitted with Takata driver airbags equipped may not function as intended when deployed. Remedy: replace the affected driver airbags on the affected vehicles. 2006-2010: Number affected 28,465. Manufacturer reference: SRX2200. Vehicle IDs: WDF63960113272582 to WDF63971323289372.
2010-2014: Number affected: 25,409. Manufacturer reference: SRX2202. Vehicle IDs: WDF63960113666669 to WDF63970113629716.
A software implausibility error in the HV ‘battery gateway’ control unit may cause the contactors of all HV batteries to be opened unnecessarily. Remedy: check and if required replace the Battery Management (BMS) control unit plus update the software of the HV ‘battery gateway’ control unit. Number affected: 1,621. Manufacturer reference: SRV2211. Vehicle IDs: W1V44760323684084 to WDF44770523600027.
RecallsThere is a possibility that one or both headrests of the first row 2-person bench seat cannot be locked into place. Remedy: inspect and replace the headrest(s) if necessary. Number affected: 32. Manufacturer reference: XGG27 (22SMD-046). Vehicle IDs: YARVFEHTMGZ213180 to YARV1ZKXZGZ215773.
Recalls
“Boing!” said Zebedee. “Ouch!” said Florence. Peter Shakespeare looks at the safety concerns surrounding spring-return roller sheeting systems
Health & Safety Legislation
More than 40 apprentice and fully qualified technicians from bus operations across the country gathered at S&B Automotive Academy in Bristol for the IRTE Skills Challenge. Will Dalrymple was there
Apprenticeships
Richard Simpson finds out how battery leasing can reduce front-end costs and uncertainty as bus fleets transition to electric power
Vehicle Electrics & Electronics
Self-drive vehicle hire firm Wrights of Northampton has started to take delivery of a 40-vehicle order of MAN TGE vans – a mix of Luton bodies and panel vans.
Light Commercial Vehicles