Volvo Trucks has launched a new safety campaign aimed at cyclists, called ‘See and Be Seen’.
Road Safety
A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4x4 van is now successfully transporting mountain rescue volunteers to emergency call-outs across challenging terrain in the Peak District national park.
Off Roaders
An online information resource has been launched explaining the new API CK-4 and FA-4 heavy-duty diesel engine oil standard categories.
Lubricants & Systems
Getting vehicle dynamics right is an engineering specialisation all of its own. Brian Tinham talks to one of the best known simulation specialists about how to get from concept to reality faster
Suspensions
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Corporate Liability
With a heritage stretching back more than 70 years, Unimog has become a legend in its own time. Ian Norwell tests the latest incarnation at Milbrook proving ground
Off Roaders
Although low-entry cab rigids may be stealing the limelight, their bodies are developing too. Steve Banner reports on the ongoing movement to cut weight and cost for operators
Fleet Operating Costs
Semi-trailers ain’t what they used to be: they’re much more sophisticated, efficient and productive. Or at least they should be. Brian Tinham explains
Braking Systems
Mercedes-Benz has its own version of the all-important TCO (total cost of ownership): road efficiency. Ian Norwell report from Millbrook on what’s new
Fleet Operating Costs
As natural gas-diesel conversions fall ever so slightly from grace, dual-fuel liquefied petroleum gas looks like its surprise replacement. Brian Tinham explains
Alternative Fuels
Despite the Vehicle Certification Agency hardening its rigour on tanker inspection, testing and certification, the industry is developing vehicle improvements. Steve Banner repots
ADR Vehicles
What might we expect in the wake of last month’s High Court ruling, which found against the government’s current clean air strategy? The legally binding outcome, which is not being appealed, compels ministers to come up with a new plan to radically reduce NOx pollution. And fast. But planning is one thing: delivering it equitably, even painlessly, is quite another.
Fleet Operating Costs