Braking and stability systems have been influenced as much by legislation as engineering innovation, but the new technology comes in several different strengths. Ian Norwell explains
Braking Systems
As more operators face up to a new reality of short-lived contract business, bodybuilders are increasing being asked for relatively standard, but advanced, fare. Steve Banner reports
Fleet Operating Costs
Want to know what to expect at the Commercial Vehicle Show – on 26, 27 and 2 April 2016 at the NEC, Birmingham? Here’s an early selection, from John Challen
Tyres & Retreads
Just when you thought it might be safe to forget heavy-duty engine emissions regulations, Brussels starts getting serious about ‘Euro 7’ – and not just for CO2 reduction. Brian Tinham reports
Social / Corporate Responsibility
Outdoor flooring supplier GT Trax has taken delivery of its first Iveco heavy truck, a 26-tonne 6x2 Stralis rigid with custom bodywork and rear-mounted crane for laying temporary road surfaces.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Warisa Distribution has taken delivery of five Mercedes-Benz Actros tractors, which it has put into operation on a contract for lift and access equipment manufacturer JLG.
Tractor Units
Royal Mail is the latest organisation to join the Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS).
Emissions Control
Mercedes-Benz Vans has unveiled a national service scheme, promising clear, consistent pricing across the UK.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Aggregates business Cemex has taken delivery of 11 eight-wheelers fitted with Hyva’s super-light FCA129 tipping cylinders – allowing each vehicle to achieve a full 20-tonne payload.
Tippers
O’Donovan Waste Disposal has announced that 45 of its HGV drivers have completed a one-day course, entitled Staying Legal, as part of their Driver CPC training.
Driver CPC
Next month’s Commercial Vehicle Show (NEC, Birmingham; 26-28 April) will see the launch of VanProtect, a new ‘van cam’ bespoke product from SmartWitness, designed for commercial vehicles ranging from 1.5 to 4.5 tonnes.
Telematics
The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) and the Clean Air Alliance are joining forces to boost the effectiveness of the transport sector’s efforts to reduce pollution.
Emissions