Barely had new London Mayor Sadiq Khan sipped his first coffee than he was announcing his intention to bring forward plans for the ULEZ (ultra low emission zone). It didn’t go down well. Indeed, the industry is reeling at the prospect of unbudgeted and frankly unrealistic costs to accelerate Euro 6 fleet upgrades.
Alternative Fuels
In the latest of our series on truck staples, Ian Norwell looks at the distribution sector’s large rigid, which has seen the same migration as other classes, but picked up innovations on the way
Road Tests
So what’s involved in re-engineering trucks to meet the requirements of the emerging CLOCS standard? Brian Tinham talks to low-entry cab specialist Dennis Eagle
Bodywork
BAUMA may be the main event for mining and construction, but technology doesn’t always respect industry boundaries. Ian Norwell and Brian Weatherley report on trucks, engines and cranes
Off Roaders
Engine brake technology has seen little change in recent years. However, with its revolutionary two-stroke compression brake design, Jacobs Vehicle Systems is rewriting the rules. Brian Tinham explains
Braking Systems
Although Euro 6 emissions regulations meant heavier engines like-for-like, bus and coach builders have been finding ways to shed the pounds and save on fuel. Steve Banner reports
Irtec
With ongoing claims of reduced tyre and fuel costs, as well as improved performance for the latest tyre generations, Brian Tinham reviews the role of tyre husbandry
Continuing Professional Development
With 10 years under its belt, the digital tachograph is facing further change as new legislation awaits imminent publication. John Kendall explains
Driver / People Management
Voith Industrial Services’ new multi-million pound wheel and tyre assembly plant in Coventry – said to be the most technically advanced in the UK – will be officially opened this September (2016).
Tyres & Retreads
Stoneridge Electronics has launched a new tachograph programming tool, the Optimo2, featuring the latest Dell tablet with a 10-inch touchscreen.
Tachometers
Michelin has increased the range of fitments covered under its accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres.
Tyres & Retreads
O&H Vehicle Conversions has announced that it will be unveiling a new paramedic practitioner vehicle (PPV) at this week’s NAPFM Emergency Fleet Exhibition (7-8 June; Telford).
Emergency Service Vehicles