Following last month's dual-fuel trucks investigation, Brian Tinham examines the technologies behind the conversion systems and establishes what operators really need to consider
Alternative Fuels
An unblinking spotlight has been shining on engines for so long that commercial vehicle transmissions have been put in the shade. They have a big impact on operating costs, but will innovation be stifled by evolution? Ian Norwell selects drive
Gearboxes
Falsifying maintenance or any other documentation in any way may land you in serious trouble, warns Andrew Woolfall
Transport CPCNew trailer technologies, chilled storage solutions, steering systems and telematics provided food for thought at TCS&D 2013, reports John Challen
Temperature Controlled Vehicles
Improving hybrids, more funding and better technologies for ATFs and workshops alike made Coach and Bus Live a buzzing show for the PSV sector. John Challen reports
Telematics
As technicians, engineers and engineering managers, we have a duty to improve transport efficiency – and-longer trailers must surely be part of that. Brian Tinham reports
Longer Heavier Vehicles
Transport managers are very much in the limelight now, as the traffic commissioners focus on where the buck stops with compliance. Brian Weatherly reports
Transport CPC
As Euro 6 moves from the future to the here and now, an expert panel at the IRTE Conference gave delegates the full picture they can expect. Ian Norwell reports
Euro 5
In his keynote speech, new SOE patron Sir Moir Lockhead urged IRTE Conference delegates to focus on compliance and safety in the workplace, if they want business success
Health & Safety Legislation
When it comes ot efficiency and the environment, size matters in road transport, as the DfT's longer semi-trailer trial is proving. But public opinion and technology have big parts to play. Brian Weatherley reports
Braking Systems
Compliance should be at right at the top of every transport operator's list of priorities – and not just to please the authorities – said the IRTE Conference expert panel. John Challen reports
Irtec
When specifying vehicles, there is a balance to be struck between fitness for purpose, maximising efficiency and minimising upfront and lifetime costs. Brian Tinham reports from the 'total cost of ownership' session
Fleet Operating Costs