Plant Speed has deployed a trio of 250-tonne Mercedes-Benz SLT tractor units to transport what are claimed to be the longest wind turbine blades ever moved by road in this country.
Engine/Transmission Management
Renault Trucks has launched its #ProudProfessionals Christmas video, a thank you to all the people working in transport and logistics for their efforts to keep our nation running this year.
Driver / People Management
Supermarket Asda is taking delivery of 202 Volvo FH LNG tractor units in the run-up to Christmas peak trading, in what is claimed to be the single largest order ever placed in the UK for heavy trucks running on renewable fuels.
Alternative Fuels
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Road Legal
In modern workshops, paper is better used for blotting oil than recording inspection records, as it creates problems for sharing information across the organisation, reports John Kendall
Workshop Management Systems
Remanufacturing of commercial vehicle brake components is a growing business, with both OE providers and independent manufacturers offering product ranges to suit all vehicles and trailers. By John Challen
Brakes & Braking Systems
A number of options to increase visibility of semi-trailers beyond the required minimum standards are now offered to operators. Steve Banner sees the light
After 26 months, the Commercial Vehicle Show is coming back to the NEC with a revised date and new features. Will Dalrymple asks show director Murray Ellis for all the news
Wheel Security
Government environmental targets are moving fleets away from diesel and petrol based powertrains, with all new car and van sales effectively banned by 2030.
Emergency Service Vehicles
Recent guidance published by the International Tank Container Organisation (ITCO) serves as a reminder to an enduring safety issue… working at height on the top of heavy goods vehicles. Peter Shakespeare asks: is it still necessary?
Health & Safety LegislationThe ball type tow-bar does not meet the requirements of the fatigue strength. Action: change of the ball type tow-bar of the affected vehicles. Manufacturer reference: SRL2004. Number affected: 10. Vehicle IDs: 398949-421087; 452132.
Recalls