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Apprenticeships
In his IRTE Conference keynote Professor David Cebon, of Cambridge University, presented a personal and thought provoking perspective on the future for heavy vehicles. Brian Weatherley reports
Driver CPC
As operators seek ever greater efficiencies, attention is yet again turning to semi-trailers – and not just aerodynamic improvements. In Part One of this trailers review, Brian Tinham explains some options
Tail Lifts
The chancellor is coming under pressure from the transport sector to cut fuel duty in his forthcoming Autumn Statement, on 25 November.
Fuel Pricing
PDQ Specialist Couriers has taken delivery of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 CDI chassis cab – the latest to join its 23-strong fleet of Mercedes vans.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Cummins’ latest stop-start system, based on its Euro 6 ISB engines, will save fuel and reduce emissions. Brian Weatherley believes bus and truck operators should sit up and take notice
Engine/Transmission Management
With the government under pressure to reduce harmful emissions, including from commercial transport, it’s likely that refrigeration systems will come under the microscope. Brian Tinham reports
Alternative Fuels
Christmas might not be such a merry affair if warnings from the Road Haulage Association over empty shelves – due to truck driver shortages and failure of government to act – turn out to be accurate. But even RHA’s ‘National Love a Lorry Week’ campaign is unlikely to deliver for Santa, in light of politically more pressing issues.
Alternative Fuels
In his IRTE Conference address, transport minister Andrew Jones told delegates the government recognises the importance of the sector and is investing heavily in a sustainable future. Brian Tinham reports
Alternative Fuels
Transport for London’s video message, delivered to the IRTE conference by surface transport managing director Leon Daniels,offered carrots and sticks. Brian Weatherley reports
Road Safety
Street cleansing vehicle manufacturer Johnston Sweepers has taken delivery of Renault Trucks’ first sweeper-packaged Euro 6 chassis in the UK.
Chassis
Hyva says it is on course for its fourth consecutive record year in the UK, driven by the introduction of Alpha tipping cylinders and Titan skiploaders and hookloaders.
Tippers