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LAUNCH SUCCESS Volvo Trucks has lifted the lid on its all-new FH series of heavy trucks, has in lifted the lid on its designedVolvo with Trucks the driver mind all-new FH series of heavy trucks, The Mercedes-Benz Actros premium and focus on fuel economy. Theanew new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium designed with the driver in mind long-haul tractor unit range was the star ore than 350 drivers have already long-haul tractor unit range was andwhen a focus ontofuel economy.the star Details were scarce we went for of North-West’s upsome to the UK’s fithe rst online press attraction ahead ofsigned the official launch on attraction for some ofthe North-West’s service that linkswhen freelance HGV September 5,Details but the Swedish were scarce weoperators, went to leading road transport at a leading road transport operators, at a ahead of companies theNews official on manufacturerpress told Truckstop thelaunch drivers with needing launch event staged by leading September 5, but the Swedish new FHs will be available in both Euro drivers – in just 60 days since itstaged launched.by leading launch event manufacturer told Truckstop News the 5 and 6 form, and (www.rated-drivers.co.uk) pack adealer vast amount Enza. Rated Drivers is a

Also of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is aided by an increase in the cabʼs usable window area and an Also of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is Stalks and arranged in priority so area the most aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window and an important ones are now closestmirror to thedesign. driver, and the innovative slimmer rear-view steering wheel now has a neck tilt function – another Stalks and controls are arranged in priority so the most world-first in theare truck important ones nowworld. closest to the driver, and the Safety is high agenda, An all-new cab steering wheel now on hasthe a neck tilt function – another structure more upright A-pillars, which world-firstfeatures in the truck world. isan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAninterior structure upright A-pillars, which an extra more 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means features give the cab an as additional m3 of interior space. storage capacity, well as 1greater comfort on This means 300 litres (10.5 ft) of board.“The caban isextra optimised both for cu work and storage capacity, assaid. well as on As hauliers often leisure time,” Nilsson “Agreater better comfort bed, board.“The cab is optimised for work and use Rated Drivers integrated parking cooler, new both lighting and low leisure time,” Nilsson said. “A better bed, to advertise ‘lastnoise levels among other features, all increase integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low minute’, ad hoc or the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good noise levels among other features, all increase nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers less long-term contracts the chance of pleasant relaxation and aare good tired and more alert.” – ie, jobs not nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers are less Production of thealert.” Volvo FH will start in spring 2013 tired andavailable more generally forvia therecruitment European market. Production of the Volvo FH will start in spring 2013

dealer new improvements. FHs will be availableEnza. in both Euro of upgrades and new advertising website that lets genuinely self5 and 6 form, and pack a vast amount Leading the charge for fuel employed HGV drivers advertise their services of upgrades and improvements. efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See online free of charge, allowing them to find work Leading the charge forinfuel Held at the Oulton Park race circuit Cheshire, the function (Truckstop News, issue 301). efficiency is Volvoʼs newchance I-See Held gave atwith theinvited Oultonguests Park race circuit in Cheshire, the directly hauliers who are advertising ad event their first to hoc put the The system, function which works alongside the (Truckstop issue 301). event gave invited guests their first–chance tothe put the and long-term temporary positions without vehicle through its paces on UKNews, roads. I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed The system, which works alongside vehicle through its ultimate paces UK roads. New Actros is services the premium longneed to use the ofon an agency and for its the to cut consumption by five per cent bytruck I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed New Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longdistance transport. From the outset, designers and associated costs. about the route theper truck storing information to cut consumption by five cent by distance transport. From the outset, designers and engineers were determined to choose provide the bestthey possible Thealong. driver has freedom to where drives “The next time the truck uses thethe route thepossible truck storing information engineers were determined to about provide best comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and for the European market. See page 4 the same I-See operates thetotime drives along. “The next the truck uses work and route, who they work forsafety, and negotiate hourly agencies - drivers comfort, driving dynamics, productivity operating economy, as well as a sweeping range and of cab the same route, I-See operates the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure for details rates direct with the employer. employer is inof cab can use the service to operating economy, as well asThe a sweeping range sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing to accelerator, gears and brakesthe tocustomers ensure progress is as economical as possible,” said control of driver choice and can check driver’s top up or as an alternative sizes,vehicles engine ratingsisand options, allowing customers to tailor perfectly foreconomical any application. progress as as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck references, work record and credentials atTruck the Record to their present work load. tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. The current Actros holds the Guinness Claes Nilsson, president, VolvoWorld Corporation. current Actros holds the Guinness Record for The fuelDrivers economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but roadWorld tests have Rated portal (www.rated-drivers.co.uk). “It’s like being registered with 20 or so different Corporation. An fuel additional fiveatper cent saving in shown the new model istonnes seven cent more for economy 40 gvw, butfuel road frugal tests have Company MD Richard Oldfi eld drivers can agencies under one roof,” Oldfield added. An additional fiveper persaid cent saving in fuel use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet Euro shown the new model is seven per cent more frugal use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ Fuel expect hourly rate increase of5 emissions around 10regulations, pernew cent, Recommendations and ratings from previous Package. This package encompasses while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows aregulations, four per whenwould specified to meet 5 emissions Package. ThisEuro package encompasses Unlike driver recruitment companies, Rated which still provide substantial savings to the clients provide a star rating that is available to training and monthly assistance – Fuel cent improvement. while the ultra-clean Euro version shows–aFuel four per training and monthly assistance Drivers is NOT AN AGENCY. Without the need to haulier, both parties a6towin-win solution. hauliers who are advertising their job requirements Advice –giving and its aim to its cut fuel by Theimprovement. 81 guests took turns head a 17-mile Advice – is and aim is costs toout cuton fuel costs bytest cent use an agency, the driver has more freedom to fi nd “Since 2007, it’s become increasingly evident online. Therefore, Rated Drivers provides a changing driving styles and increasing drive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical changing driving styles and increasing The 81 guests took turns to head out on a 17-mile test more of the work he wants, when he wants it and drivers being paid less – included or, at best, have thorough, first line quality test and assurance for knowledge ofknowledge how to drive for maximum of to drive for maximum driving conditions. The route singleand dualdrive, are carefully chosen tohow simulate a variety of typical Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros looking is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. had their conditions. rates frozen,” eldincluded said.demonstrator “But using companies for skilled, qualified, tested fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads. Each of the four driving TheOldfi route singleand dual- where he wants it. And because there are no agency Volvoʼs new I-Torque Euro 6 driveline – Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. Volvoʼs new I-Torque Euro 6 driveline – trucks provided for the event made 10 journeys a total fees, drivers are able to negotiate their own rate for the Rated Drivers service eliminates agency and approved drivers. carriageway roads. Each of the four demonstrator of which for the European production ofproduction which for the European of almost 700 miles covered onmade the day. commissions, andforso gives the driver freedom For more information: 0330 333 0078 trucks provided the event 10the journeys - a total each job directly with the employer. see our market will get under way in autumn 2013 – and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, market will get under way in autumn 2013 –it recorded On each trip, the mpg figure achieved was almost 700 miles on the day. “Hourly rates could be increased between seven toofnegotiate their owncovered hourly rate without should make forfuel additional fuel savings. “Isee our should make for additional savings. “Ilogistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 ACCIDENT On each trip, mpg figure achieved was recorded andand at the end the and day the was Craig perof cent still winner give a cost savingStewart, to the impacting onTorque thethe haulier’s costs. A driver’s hourly reduces fuel consumption to bhp Actros12 Torque reduces fuel consumption byRay up to bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, and 11.8 mpg inby theup450 2545its model. Between journeys, guests also With new Volvo FH series, Volvo is ʻpushing logistics manager at Widnes-based Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 ACCIDENT see our With itscars newpiloted Volvo FH series, Volvo is ʻpushing employer,” Oldfiby eld commented. rate is a key factor in winning new work.” see our enjoyed ‘hotfour laps’ Actros of the Oulton Park11.8 circuit in in two-seater racing professional drivers. four bhp V8-powered 2551,with and mpg theminor 450 bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also the envelopeʼ in re-defining a premium featureACCIDENT on page 8 per cent. Together I-Seewaste and other the envelopeʼ in re-defining what awhat premium PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May of food and animal by-products recycling specialist John Pointon & per cent. Together with I-See and other minor ACCIDENT enjoyed ‘hot laps’ of the Oulton Parkiscircuit in two-seater racing cars piloted by professional drivers. truck can offer. improvements, the of result fuel consumption feature truck can offer. S PonOpage T 8 Sons, summed up the feelings many when he said:animal “It was a great day, very informative and enjoyable, and improvements, the result is fuel consumption PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager of food can drop byMark up toMay 10 per cent. waste For theand average by-products recycling specialist John Pointon & superbly organised. The new Actros is brilliant. The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel feature on page 8 can drop by up to 10 per cent. For the average Sons, summed upthis thecan feelings when “Itlitres was aofgreat very informative and enjoyable, and PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS continued. truck, equateoftomany a saving of he up said: to 4100 fuel aday, year,” Nilsson feature on page 8 performance figures to be believed will be an unbeatable all-round package. The previous Actros is a PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS continued. truck, this can equateare to anew saving of up 4100 litres of fuel experience aand year,” Nilsson superbly organised. The Actros isitto brilliant. The driving fantastic and trucks if the fuel On-road manners have received much attention, Volvo iswas claiming the new offer exceptional very good manners truck - buthave this is a huge step forward.” On-road received much and Volvo isall-round claimingwe thecan new trucks offer exceptional performance figures are new tomuch beone believed itattention, will unbeatable package. 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DRIVERS: PREPARE NOW FOR WINTER

i th winter fast approaching, salt stocks are being replenished, new equipment has been purchased and the Met Office is teaming up with the highway authorities to provide the best possible service in anticipation of the forthcoming winter weather. However, the message from the Freight Transport Association is that drivers and fleet operators must also be prepared for the onslaught of winter. Malcolm Bingham, FTA’s head of road network management policy said: “Up to three years ago there was a whole generation of drivers which had never experienced severe winter conditions, but in 2010 and 2011 many learned that going out on UK roads when winter can hit suddenly is not advisable without taking sensible precautions. Insufficient preparation can lead to lives being put at risk, people stranded for uncomfortable lengths of time, and emergency services becoming stretched.” Bingham said being aware of approaching winter weather is vital, as is the availability of reliable information that allows informed decisions on where and when to travel. The highway authorities have devised a robust system to inform

travellers and fleet operators of approaching storms that can bring high winds, ice and snow, and how that will impact on the network. It is therefore up to drivers to take responsibility for what they do in such difficult periods.

In addition to warning drivers, the FTA said it is essential to have vehicles properly prepared. The decision about what an individual transport operator should do is related to the sort of operations being undertaken, and while a few

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veco UK has been named LGV Manufacturer of the Year at the GreenFleet Awards 2012, beating off competition from joint runners-up Mercedes-Benz and Volvo Trucks. Iveco secured the award, which focuses on the large goods vehicle segment over 7.5 tonnes, in recognition of its dual approach to reducing carbon emissions. It offers an extensive alternative fuel vehicle range and regularly introduces new technologies to make its dieselpowered line-up even more fuel efficient. Key to securing the title for Iveco was the strength of its current EcoStralis heavy truck, which optimises everything from aerodynamics to the engine, driveline, tyres and telematics to deliver up to eight per cent CO2 savings on long-distance haulage. The panel of GreenFleet Awards judges were also impressed with how Iveco has already manufactured in excess of 6500 natural gas-powered commercial vehicles for operation in Europe, with dedicated gaspowered models available within its Daily, Eurocargo and Stralis ranges – offering power outputs from 136 to 300 bhp. As one of the most extensive gas-powered commercial vehicle ranges on the market, the vehicles stand out for being factory-built on the main Iveco production lines

years ago there was a cry for all goods vehicles to have winter tyres, it is now recognised operators should be allowed to make their own decisions. In certain conditions, snow chains are appropriate and some operators who travel in areas

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M – not aftermarket or end-of-line conversions. This allows customers to access aftersales support from any of Iveco’s 5000 service outlets worldwide. Commenting on the award win, Martin Flach, product director for Iveco UK, said: “We recognise diesel engines are likely to remain a significant part of the commercial vehicle market for many years to come, so we’ve introduced fuelsaving models such as the EcoStralis to help fleets become greener. Many of the EcoStralis’ advanced fuelsaving features will be incorporated into the Stralis Hi-Way as standard when it launches in the UK this January.” On Iveco’s dominant position in the gas-powered sector, Flach added: “Iveco commercial vehicles running on compressed biomethane are operated by some of the UK’s

best-loved brands, including CocaCola Enterprises, Tesco.com and John Lewis Partnership. They are proving strong contenders in even the most demanding urban and interurban distribution environments.” In addition to its ultra-fuel efficient diesel-powered and gas-powered vehicle ranges, Iveco offers 3.5 or five-tonne Dailys with pure electric traction motors using advanced battery technology. Iveco is also actively testing diesel-electric parallel hybrid technology within its urban distribution range and has 12 Eurocargo 12-tonne hybrid vehicles in service in Barcelona, where they are used for refuse collection. This GreenFleet award follows less than a year after Iveco was named Low Carbon Heavy Duty Vehicle Manufacturer of the Year 2011 at the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership Awards last November.

where the weather can be very cold look to change to winter tyres as a matter of course. Bingham continued: “This year, highway authorities are asking for drivers to be made aware when gritters are operating. The new method used by the national authorities is to spread salt in a brine solution, which is more accurate in its spread. It also preserves salt stocks, as they use less in the spread, and it does not blow away, which tends to happen in wintry conditions when dry salt is applied. If drivers are in the vicinity of a spreader they should back off and let it get on with its work – it will only be there for a relatively short time. To accurately spread, they must travel at about 40 mph – and this sometimes means we need to slow down to let them get on with keeping the network open.” FTA’s website contains advice for both managers and drivers on dealing with poor weather conditions and, in addition to national and local radio, FTA’s own traffic service will once again be providing vital amber and red alerts for winter weather, and now operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Winter information can be found on the FTA website at www.fta.co.uk in the ‘Roads’ section.

i lestone, the national driver recruitment specialist, has joined forces with Truckstop News to support the Truck Stop of the Year Awards 2013. Milestone recruitment and marketing manager Misha Vyas said: “We want to reward the truck stops that make a great effort to look after our drivers with safe facilities and good food. A decent break makes a massive difference to their day. It’s also great to be contributing to a source of knowledge to help all drivers find the best stops on unfamiliar routes.” Misha also pointed out some of the other ways Milestone likes to support drivers, to live up to its selection as Recruiter magazine’s ‘Temp Agency of

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the Year 2012’. This extends to their spare time: “We have a scheme called Smile Miles which rewards drivers with points to put towards Red Letter Day experiences for doing a good job. We’ve just identified the top pointscorer, Rafal Bielinski working for Milestone at Norbert Dentressangle in Andover. He tells me he is going to use his vouchers on a sports car experience day, so watch out for a Ferrari parked up at his favourite truck stop, because he will still need a decent lunch!” Find out more about Milestone at www.milestoneops.com and don’t forget to vote for your favourite truck stop using the form on page 4.

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‘RECYCLER’ CLEANS UP BIG SMOKE Issue 304 december 2012

Northampton’s new dealer Specialist tanker operator BP brand-new £750,000 McKeefry Ltd has Renault Trucksrecently dealership has opened introduced a unique truck and its doors to the public. tankerTrucks combination to its Renault Northampton, situated in Kislingbury, Basingstoke-based fleet for Northampton, is a full service operation in Inner London. dealership offering sales, repairs,

Crossland Tankers Ltd in conjunction with BP McKeefry and Dennison Commercials/Volvo Trucks. “The sales function within Dennison really came to the party when specifying and designing this vehicle,” said Peter Esler, managing director of BP McKeefry. “We initially went out to the market with our proposed concept, but Volvo came back with the most detail on the technical side, which aided us in making informed decisions and gave us confidence in its ability to deliver.” A number of ECU modifications were carried out, and the 540 bhp was opted for as it is required to drive a number of features on the tanker, including the HPT high-pressure jetting pump and liquid ring vacuum pump. The jet system can pump 500 litres per minute at 200 bar pressure, and the vacuum pump operates at 1820 cu ft per minute suction rate.

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ne of Britain’s busiest grain merchants has invested in its first Stormont Truck & units Vanfrom has delivered the first new Ivecos into service New Actros tractor Mercedes-Benz. with transport and logistics firm Knights of Old, which in November Nidera’s latest five vehicles are all New 2011 merged with long-time Iveco customer Mainland Group. Actros 2545 models with aerodynamic, flatfloored StreamSpace cabs and fuel-efficient 450 bhp engines mated to state-of-the-art Mercedes PowerShift 3 12-speed automated transmissions. Pulling bulk tipping trailers, they are now making nationwide deliveries of cereals, oilseeds and protein to customers in the food, feed and bio-energy industries. Ipswich-based Nidera runs a fleet of 44 6x2 are delighted with their comfortable cabs and tractors, all but a handful of which wear threebeds, as well as the smooth performance of pointed stars. Its New Actros arrived, like their the trucks.” predecessors, via local dealer Orwell Truck & Nidera’s New Actros are also equipped Van, which will be inspecting and servicing the with Daimler FleetBoard telematics systems. trucks under seven-year Mercedes-Benz repair FleetBoard analyses driver performance & maintenance contracts. against a range of criteria, including over Nidera also has six more New Actros on revving, harsh braking, idling, speeding and order, set for delivery next year. Tim Capey, ‘green band’ driving, and highlights areas in the company’s general manager, industrial which improvements can be made. operations, said: “We’ve heard a lot of good Nidera has also retro-fitted all of its trucks things about New Actros, particularly in terms with FleetBoard hardware within the last year of fuel consumption. Mercedes-Benz was and calculates as a direct result of the data talking at launch about an improvement in produced, and the targeted training it has then & Van doesnʼt rest on its laurels we rely fromper thecent companyʼs economy ofOperating up to seven – givenhead the officedelivered to address shortcomings in and driving in Kettering, Northamptonshire, new it to provide us with fact the previous Actros is itself a highly the fuelstyle, iton has achieved a 17 perstrategic-level cent saving in deliveries include Eurocargo support, around the clock. It has enjoyed a efficient vehicle, if the new 10 model comes75E16 even7.5- fuel costs. tonners and two Eurocargo 180E25 18long relationship with Mainland Group, and close to that figure then it’s an easy decision. Nidera is an international trading company tonners, with a mix of box and curtainside hasnʼt disappointed since we began trading “They’ve only been the roadtail-lifts. for a few and has been operating in the UK for more bodywork andon Dhollandia with it as Knights of Old.” weeks, so it’s too Daily early 35S13 yet to chassis comment thea than 20 years. is active at every A New cabon with Each ofThe thecompany new vehicles benefits from an curtainside body complete thepleased latest mpg returns, but we’re certainly very stage of the grain supply chain, originating advanced Verilocation tracking device and a deliveries, withCapey each vehicle supplied on a all types with our New Actros,” continued. “They of arable crops helping from farmers and reversing camera, to guarantee five-year and maintenance agreementmarketing look fantastic and repair the drivers, who typically and distributing them to consumers maximum load security, vehicle protection via the dealer. and road safety. spend two or three nights away each week, throughout the UK.

The new Ivecos join a combined group fleet Both of the Eurocargo models are fitted totalling 170 trucks and 192 trailers, and will with Ivecoʼs Eurotronic automated gearbox as be used for general haulage throughout the standard, while the Daily has a similar AGile UK up to six days per week. They are each automated transmission. These two-pedal setexpected to cover up to 110,000 km a year. ups suit the amount of time each vehicle “Ivecos were the mainstay of the Mainland spends making deliveries in urban areas, Group andinhave deliveredwho exemplary escofleet drivers Doncaster, face Unite said the three-day would helping to make drivingstrike more comfortable and service since our two operations merged last losing their jobs by Christmas, were cause safer widespread disruption to deliveries for drivers in an environment where year,” said Ian Beattie, Knights of Old taking their protest to the Tesco stores across means the Yorkshire and traffic congestion stop/start work is managing director. “Weʼve been impressed to Tesco commonplace. Express store near fuel the Houses Humber region. with their competitive economyofand also eliminates Parliament as Truckstop News wentlike to press. DuringThe theautomated previous gearbox week, Unite accused the payload capacity; replacing for like was risk of over-revving the engine ensures an obvious choice. workforce was In August, the transport Eddie Stobart Ltd, the drivers’ newand employer, the vehicles always thecould right gear, we order new On trucks, the decision of is ‘walking transferred “When from Tesco to ESL. September away’ are from talks in that have to prolong clutch life and maximise based asLtd much on issued aftersales back-up 5, Eddie Stobart (ESL) notice of as it issettledhelping the dispute. on product,” Beattie added. “Stormont Truck fuel efficiency.

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termination of employment, with no promise Unite regional officer Steve Clark said: that the drivers will be re-employed once the “The drivers will be taking their case to 90 days are up. London on Wednesday to raise the profile Union body Unite said about 30 drivers of the dispute with MPs and other opinion were set to protest outside Tesco Express, formers. Unit A, Portcullis House, 8/9 Bridge Street, “Tesco behaved disgracefully when it Leicestershire bulk haulage company Selbyʼs Garage has taken Westminster between 11 am – 1 pm on transferred the Tesco drivers to ESL in delivery of an 8x4 Renault Lander 430.32 – the first Renault truck to join Wednesday, October 31 in a move designed August – and this betrayal of the hardcompanyʼs 12-strong mixed of Foden, to raise thethe profile of the dispute with MPs who fleet working driversScania, needs toMercedes-Benz gain wider and MAN. have offices at Portcullis House. coverage. said thewith vehicle, supplied through Renault Trucks distributor RH Commercials, is just The demoThe willfirm coincide a three-day “Unite is keen to negotiate a fair and already proving a hit with drivers as it was specʼd with a sleeper cab and Optidriver gearbox. strike by the The 180new Doncaster drivers who are settlement – but ESL seems intent on macho Renault Lander is fitted with Binotto tipping gear and a Wilcox bulk alloy tipping body. members of Unite. posturing rather than genuine negotiations.” It will undertake nationwide delivery of Leicestershire granite products and return loads of sand,

Selby lands on Lander

aggregate and animal feed. Andy Selby, director, Selbyʼs Garage, said: “The decision to purchase a Renault Lander was based on recommendation from other operators, as well as an attractive price package. The 8x4 tipper has been in operation for seven weeks now and driver feedback is excellent with positive comments about its ability to manoeuvre well in ʻtight spotsʼ where other trucks on our fleet would struggle.” “Fuel consumption, at this early stage, is very positive and payload meets our expectations. The cab is spacious and well laid out, something that adds to the driver comfort,” he added.

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Star Letter: For people who don’t have the money to go for their HGV licence, van driving is another way to go. But the problem that I am having now is the fact that one has to own his/her own van to get any work. I am not one of those van drivers who does the 30-timesaround-the-church driving, but one that loves to do UK and European work. I have years of experience of both sectors and love the work so much. Yet not having my own van to drive

book reviews Milled from Golden Fields Author: Graham Edge Available from: Old Pond Publishing Web: www.oldpond.com ISBN: 1-902356-11-X Price: £19.50 (plus £2 p&p) Part of road transport author Graham Edge’s Transport Archive Series, this 144-page hardcover book takes a detailed look at the methods used to transport wheat flour. One of the oldest and most vital of foodstuffs, wheat flour is used in the production of such staple foods as bread, biscuits and cakes, to ancillary products like beers and ales. The amount we consume is massive – and as a result, the milling industry relies heavily on road transport to shift bulk flour to bakeries and other food-makers on a daily basis. Of course, the modes of transport used to shift flour has changed dramatically since the days of the horse and cart, and this book starts out with a brief

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is keeping me from doing what I love, and love what I do! I have been back here in the UK now since 2010, after being away since 1984 in Holland and the USA. When I have gone to my bank to try and get a loan so that I can purchase my own van, I have been turned down every time. “Sorry, you do not have enough credit,” is what they tell me. Or it’s because I have been in the red a time or two. Anybody out there got work with a van, driving UK/Ireland

and or Europe? I just so want to get back into the work I love. I just miss the companionship one gets while out on the roador parked up for the night somewhere. I have a full UK licence with no points and have had it now since 1979, and have only ever had one minor fender-bender due to ice. I have even driven up in Scandinavia in the snow and ice and never had an accident. Kris Harrison Colchester

history of milling and an overview of the development of flourhauling that stretches back to the time of the Ancient Egyptians. It then details the main flour milling companies of the 21st century, including Rank Hovis, Allied Mills and Spillers Milling. The era of steam wagons gets its own chapter, as does the movement of flour between the wars. Then the introduction of bulk tankers revolutionised the postwar industry, and this is explored in a chapter that looks at the years 1945-1983. Pictured here are Foden DG eight-wheelers, Atkinsons, AECs, and Leyland Beavors and Hippos to name a few marques and models. Grain carriers and support vehicles are the subjects of the next section, while the last chapter concentrates on delivering flour in modern times, from 1983 onwards. Finally, a comprehensive index is included for easy reference. The standard of photography is very high, and the images (37 pages of which are in colour) include some rarities.

and Ingram states in his introduction that the same respect needs to be paid to the firm’s lorries - and we couldn’t agree more. Leyland Lorries: A Celebration kicks off with a glance at the early years of production, with attention paid to the steam wagons of the 1900s. Then comes a chapter dedicate to the Great War Leylands, which includes images of RAF-type general service vehicles used to a great extent by the Royal Air Force. In the 1920s, the country was busy rebuilding and rejuvenating after the war, which meant a busy time for Leyland. The company focused resources on acquiring as much ex-military Leylands as it could lay its hands on, then rebuilding them to a very high standard before offering them for sale in the domestic market. The range was expanded in the 1930s, where they were constantly refined and updated to compete with the new models introduced by the likes of AEC, Albion, Atkinson, ERF and Foden. Subsequent chapters deal with WWII production, post-war activities, export models and bold new designs that became industry legends. Leyland fans cannot fail to be impressed with this book and should mark it as an essential purchase.

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Leyland Lorries: A Celebration Author: Arthur Ingram Available from: Old Pond Publishing Web: www.oldpond.com ISBN: 1-87565-25-1 Price: £18.95 (plus £2 p&p) This book by Arthur Ingram has been put together to properly mark the importance and impact of Leyland lorries had on the British road transport industry. Much has already been written about the manufacturer’s output of buses,

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HEADS IN THE SAND Following my letter last issue, I have received some letters from Parliament and it’s not good news (as I suspected, the government is burying its head in the sand). I have put this out on our facebook pages and am expecting a deluge of comments, and I am also now looking into TV coverage on this through contacts. The drivers have had enough of being ignored! Karen Bancroft By email

FACT OR FICTION? I refer to the letter to Mr Penning from Karen Bancroft which you published in November’s edition of Truckstop News. One of the questions she asks in the letter is: Is it okay for companies to ignore the 10-hour shift working night rule and persuade drivers to do 15-hour night shifts on threats of losing their job if they refuse? The 10-hour night rule comes from the Road Transport Working Time Directive and does not relate to shift working time length. A driver can work for a total of 10 hours in a 24-hour period. Breaks and Periods of Availability do not count towards this. There is also an Opt Out in respect of this. This is made clear in the Guidance. I feel that before Karen Bancroft puts pen to paper, she should get her facts right. Andrew Jones By email

THE STAND Author: Stephen King AUDIO Read by: BOOK Grover Gardner REVIEW Runtime: 47 hours 47 minutes Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Web: www.audible.co.uk Price: £19.99 (digital download) At long last, what is arguably Stephen King’s best book is finally available in audiobook format. Expertly read by Grover Gardner, King’s epic postapocalyptic tale is as involving, absorbing, thought-provoking and unsettling as ever. After a deadly man-made plague sweeps the planet and decimates humanity, survivors scramble to rebuild their lives in the new

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world. But disturbing dreams tell of the Dark Man coming, and as his empire of evil grows in the west, the end of days is approaching - unless the ragtag band of refugees can ready themselves for the fight in time.

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VW WEATHERS SCANIA SLUMP

he Volkswagen Group, parent company of commercial vehicle manufacturers Scania and MAN, said it’s weathered the storm of the first nine months of 2012 despite difficult conditions. “Although the times aren’t easy, it’s up to us to systematically continue along our chosen path - the right path. We therefore remain committed to our ambitious goals for 2012, despite growing headwinds,” said Prof. Dr Martin Winterkorn, chairman of the board of management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft. The Volkswagen Group increased its sales revenue to €144.2 billion in the first nine months, up 24 per cent on the prior period from January to September 2011 (€116.3 billion). This was due mainly to higher volumes and in particular the consolidation of MAN and Porsche. Unit sales by Swedish commercial vehicles manufacturer Scania declined by 20.5 per cent to 47,000 vehicles (compared to 59,000 last year). The brand’s operating profit amounted to €688 million. Commercial vehicles, engines and power engineering equipment manufacturer MAN sold 101,000 vehicles. Its operating profit was €515 million.

Volkswagen Financial Services generated an operating profit of €988 million (€876 million last year) in the first three quarters of 2012, exceeding the prior-year figure by 12.9 percent on the back of volume and currency-related factors. Despite the more difficult environment, operating profit was on a level with the previous year at €8.8 billion (compared to €9.0 billion in 2011). At 6.1 per cent

(against 7.7 per cent last year), the difficult, so our performance is in operating return on sales after nine line with expectations. We have months was negatively impacted by achieved a robust result. write-downs relating to purchase “We have a broad global price allocation for MAN and positioning and our strong financial Porsche. basis is practically unrivalled. Our CFO Hans Dieter Pötsch said relative strength compared with the he was satisfied with business competition shows we are on the developments in light of the right path.” uncertain economic environment. In the period from January Truckstop news MDC QR ad (new code).pdf 1 9/19/2012 9:09:40 AM “We have always said the second to September, Volkswagen half of the year would be more Commercial Vehicles sold 330,000

vehicles (328,000 in 2011) and generated an operating profit of €300 million. The Volkswagen Group reiterated its goal to beat the prior-year sales revenue. This will be helped in part by the consolidation of MAN SE as of November 9, 2011, which is not expected to make a positive contribution to earnings because of the write-downs required for purchase price allocation.

VOLVO SALES SINK IN SEPTEMBER

olvo Trucks’ global deliveries in September 2012 decreased by 19 per cent to 8646 vehicles compared to the same period last year. In September, deliveries in Europe totalled 3716 trucks, down nine per cent compared with the same month in 2011. September deliveries in Western Europe were down by 16 per cent – mainly, said Volvo, because many customers are hesitating to make purchasing decisions in the present macroeconomic environment. However, in Eastern Europe truck deliveries increased by seven per cent to 1365 trucks in September 2012. Volvo Trucks’ strong position, especially on the Russian market, contributed to this upswing.

September deliveries in Latin America decreased by 13 per cent to 1746 vehicles, by comparison with September 2011. The Swedish manufacturer said the reduction is mainly explained by very high deliveries in 2011 before the new Euro 5 emission standards were implemented in 2012. In North America, truck deliveries decreased by 32 per cent to 1844 vehicles by comparison with September last year. The company said the lower delivery pace is mainly related to lower demand in the market. Truck deliveries in Asia totalled 847 trucks, 44 per cent less than in September 2011. A market slowdown in parts of the region as well as declining construction activity in China contributed to the decrease.

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His financial losses were alsowe investigated andto run a Failed toAllmaintain client’s in actual an efficient state, from the load fell, striking his head. this on to their insurers. Within just over 2 months the insurers addition to financialthat relief by way awards of compensation. As previously clients of my firm, Hinchliffes Solicitors. They havechest, kindly given would notofhave happened if proper lighting was competition for the best trucking themed limerick, and will feature to his left knee, the left side of his body and to his and minor To successfully claim personal injury compensation from an found to be modest, and once we had Mr Trower’s accepted responsibility for the accident. By this time steps were a in efficient working order and in details, goodand repair, contrary to their permission for the disclosure of their in particular employer the injured person’s solicitor must have extensive already well underway for Mr R to be examined by an ENT available. indicated, under the current law and procedures the basic aim of an their real life experiences of incidents resultingwithin in personal selection of the best entries Accident Spot articleswe in the agreement to have disclose the in details to the insurers did New so Year burns to his Regulation cheeksofand allWorkplace of which healed a fewand weeks. knowledge of the Health and Safety Regulations that 5nose, of the (Health, Safety Welfare) surgeon so that a comprehensive medical report, setting out injury claims, and the steps taken to make a successful accident been breached, and be able toand comprehensively out details Asand withreturn previous articles, thetocommon trend full details of the injurieswinner and theirproposals. consequences, could beby Steven invited them to put forward settlement accident claim is to try the injured party the position thatremains he or theHe also sustained and also putset them on ourobtained. website. The (to be chosen strains to his back and left my shoulder, requiring Regulations 1992. compensation claim.neck, All of these clients contacted firm after when first contacting the employer. Without this level of Once this was available and had been approved by seeing our details in Truckstop News. effect the in injured although using the physiotherapy claim was subsequently settled, with Mrtogether Trower awareness the employer’s insurersThe will almost certainly try and she would otherwise haveonbeen had theperson’s accidentlife, not and happened. Mr R, aJanuary) copy was sent to the insurers, withof details of Failed toIn ensure that the floor of the trailer remained free Hinchliffe and his team on 4 will receive a case wine. treatment with a recovery period of several months. this article I highlight a fairly common situation where a driver exploit any perceived deficiencies or weakness in the case in hisfor very his modest financial losses incurred as atogether direct result of receiving compensation injuries of £3,250, of law to make personal injury where claimsone as a means of is required to deliver and unload to a lorry or trailerour that has been to slip, from any substance likely cause client namely theirall rightful an effort to avoid having to pay thePlease injured person A rear end shuntprocess is a collision between 2 or more vehicles the accident. send entries with your name, address and a photo of you The obvious question arose - else which impact caused which This a fellow employee of the same injury? packed by someone - either compensation. with the sum of £25.92 for financial issues. He kept the Settlement negotiations then started, with offers andfull counter redress cannot truly compensate for thewhen trauma the water, contrary to Regulation 12(3)company of the above company, an employee of an entirely different In Mr R’s of breaches of Regulation vehicle collides with the back of another. This might happen the and (and youras truck) post to Hinchliffes Truckstop Competition, offers being put forward bymy both sides.News Within a few weeks it was important as the otheror bydrivers’ insurers would only be responsible forclaim, the allegations amount the by legal costs incurred by perhaps even based abroad. It is often the case that your own were as follows:inconvenience suffered, it can assist in requiring the guilty Regulations. was possible to reach an acceptable settlement at a total figure front vehicle has either stopped or is travelling at a low speed due to road employer will held responsible for compensating you for an firm Court, insteps handling the claim were negotiated Road, Worcs, or by email bybe their insured. (a) Failed to take suitable andByre sufficient to Sandys prevent the of Malvern, £2250, the vast majority ofWR14 which was1JJ to compensate Mr R to Failed caused to ensure our client’s had suitable party to provide medical treatment and rehabilitation, in the consequences injury caused by that a defective load, no matterworkplace who packed it. If you item within the trailer from falling, contrary to Regulation for his pain and suffering. He kept the full sum recovered, as and paid by the insurers separately. conditions, such asaddition when joining a queue of traffic. are self employed or an agency driver, you also benefit from the hinchliffes@hinchliffes.co.uk (headed “Truckstop News In May 2008 a detailed letter was sent to the drivers of the Astra and 10(1) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005. and sufficient lighting, contrary to Regulation 8 of the my firm’s costs and the expenses we had incurredCompetition in dealing to financial relief by way of awards of same rights enjoyed by the employees of the company you are thefortime It took just under months from with the claim (eg paying his medical records and the (b) Failed to take suitable and sufficient steps to prevent our Multiple collisions can occur in the accident. For example, cars Entry”) to reach us by621 December. aboveout Regulations. the Focus setting details of for. theHowever, claim,it iswhich they contracted to work worth noting that passed if you were on to their compensation. Assame previously stressed, under 2the current law medical report) were subsequently negotiated with the insurers client being struck by the item, contrary to Regulation 10(2) the initial letter was sent to the company to in charge of loading the vehicle the accident may be found to have and paid separately. of theto above Regulations. waiting at traffic lights with a gap between each one, when the car at the Caused or permitted the light within the trailer to be or As your entry may be published please be careful with your insurers. It was then discovered that they were both insured by the same and procedures the fundamental aim of all accident claims happened entirely due to your negligence, in which case a claim Fortunately, despiteMr the accident circumstances Mr R agree theinamount (c) Failed to ensure that the trailer was loaded such a way of compensation for compensation probably not bedefective successful. or otherwise become, or to remain broken, out only a relatively minor injury, and this was reflected by back is hit at speedisby pushing it into the car front. as to prevent unintended movement of the contents, language! Goodreceive. Luck. suffered to another try and vehicle, return the injured person tointhe position that he company. Arguments aswould to who was attrend fault andthedetails of the As arose with previous articles the common remains effect Trower would the level of compensation he recovered. His employer’s contrary to Regulation 10(4) of the above Regulations. of repair. on the injured person’s life, and although using the process of law Liability for a rear alwayshave restsbeen with in thehad driver insurers took a sensible approach to the claim and handled or end sheshunt wouldalmost otherwise thewho accident not Police investigation were obtained. In the end the insurance office dealing (d) Failed to ensure the trailer was loaded in a safe manner. to make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly matters with reasonable efficiency, which meant it was possible compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can likely(e) Exposed our client to a danger or a trap and a foreseeable runs into the back happened. of the other vehicle, but will depend on the specific Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor toand Principal of Hinchliffes reach agreement and for Mr R to be in Solicitors funds in just under six with the Focus agreed to pay compensation, but it is highly that an risk of injury.Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors months© assist in requiring the guilty party to Steven provide medical treatment Hinchliffe, solicitor and Copyright 2012 Hinchliffes Solicitors from the date the first letter was sent to his employer. circumstances. All drivers know they should leave a safe distance between and rehabilitation, in addition to financial relief by way of awards © Copyright 2012 Hinchliffes Solicitors internal adjustment was made between the policies for the 2 vehicles. He suffered a painful cut to the top of his head and, as was This also had the effect of keeping the legal costs to a

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Parliament has recognised the replacement by a better qualified inherent dangers caused by drivers of motor vehicles when employee (Priddle –v- Dibble [1978] 1 ALL using mobile telephones while ER and dismissal because of aforward driving and brought rom June 30, 2012, all UK perOne cent employer contributions, the new rules and has published of the of offences some drivers have committed is using a mobile sending following: sending or receiving oral1058), or written messages; Employer (by PAYE scheme size) Staging date specific legislation. There has phone while driving. The legislation defines offence as follows: receiving facsimile documents; sending or receiving still or between employees 2.2 The capability must to this the work that the oremployee clash of personalities been an unacceptable increase No person is tocent drive a motor vehicle on a road if he is using a moving images; and providing access to the internet. employers are required to and five per ofrelate employee online guidance about the reforms. was 120,000 more October 1, 2012 in the number ofAid vocational employed to dotelephone (s.98(2) ERA);device of a specified hand-held mobile or a hand-held If you’re caughtor using a hand-held mobile or similar (Gorfin –v-phone Distressed Gentlefolk’s No person is to(one cause orper permitcent any otherof person to drive a licence holders using mobile telephones without a hands free device while driving, you can expect to get an automatic fixed auto-enrolIneligible job-holders contributions this 50,000 November 1, 2012 accordance with section 94 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 2.3 A kind. dismissal anperson employees qualifications if to it 119,999 Association [1973] 290). motor vehicle on will a roadrelate while thatto other is using a handdevice while driving large goods and passenger carrying penalty notice. This means you’ll get three penalty points onIRLR your 30,000 to 49,999 January 1, 2013 telephone orthe a hand-held device oftax a specified kind. No heldany mobile vehicles. This practice is unacceptable and presents an undue driving licenceor and have to pay a fine of £60. However, your case (“The ERA”), eligible employee has the right not to be unfairly into a pension scheme andevery make figure comes in form of relief). relates to “degree, diploma or other academic, technical person is to supervise a holder of a provisional licence if the risk to road Studies haveto indicated even the use of There used to be provision forsafety. retirement athat permitted fair does, you may also face disqualification may go to court. 20,000 toIf it29,999 February 1,be2013 dismissed. is using a relevant hand-held mobile telephone or a professional qualification” the employees position hands-free devices can distract a driver to the extent that they from driving on top of a maximum fine of £1000. If you were A breakdown of employers’ Itperson is supervising important to note to some mandatory minimum contributions reason for dismissal under ERA,March however this was removed 10,000 toheavy 19,999 1, the 2013 hand-held device of a specified kind at a time when the provisional maythe be prevented from applying requisite care and attention. driving a PCV or goods vehicle, you could face a Unfair dismissal is a statutory claim that can only be brought by (s.98(3)(b) ERA). licence holder is driving a motor vehicle on a road. from an enforcement agency that report for an offence maximum 6,000finetoof £2500. 9,999 as of April 6, 2011 and isAonly Aprilifreceived 1, obligations from June 30, 2012 are employers may choose to pay relevant the2013 person has already from a date assigned to them after a vocational driver has used their mobile telephone while driving an employee (as opposed to a third party or contractor) within Also if the matter were considered of a serious nature you 3. The employee was made redundant (ERA s.139(1)) and one 4,100 to 5,999 been May 1, without aunder hands free device in2013 the last three years will result in for retirement the old law. could face prosecution for other road dismissed transport related offences, Exemptions fromminimum prosecution are few as follows: more than the of three October 01, 2012. threeEligible months job(less one day) from the date of dismissal, and is that driver being June called to a1, hearing before the traffic which carry more serious sentences. 4,000 to 4,099 2013 of the following circumstances is relevant: commissioner. Each case will be decided on its own facts and A person does any of these provisions if, at the intended to provide where an employer acted to will behas required per cent, in not which circumstances holders covers those staff aged a fair remedyEmployers 3,000 to 3,999 July traffic 1, 2013 3.1 The employer iscontravene ceasing (or intending to) to carry on the merits and the presiding commissioner will be keen to Repercussions are hard-hitting time of the alleged contravention: they are using the telephone or ascertain the reason the driver1, is engaged in the telephone call. or unreasonably. to 2,999 Once August 2013 call the police, ambulance or other emergency was 2,000 the employee employed business fordevice thetopurpose offire,which automatically enrol those eligible theother compulsory five per cent between 22 andunfairly the State Pension However, if you are the holder of a vocational licence the has shown the employer dismissal for a their permitted In cases where drivers arewas speaking with employers or their service; they are acting in response to a genuine emergency; and it 1,250 oftoa mobile 1,999 September 1, consider 2013 implications phone offence do not end there. You are Following a change of the rules on April 6, 2012, any employee customers, the traffic commissioner may (business closure); is unsafe or impracticable for them to cease driving in order to reason, thehearing tribunal must consider whether in the the effect this job holders as an active member employee contribution will be Age, and currently earning between likely to be called to vocational driver conduct in frontthen of might have upon the operator’s repute”. 800 to 1,249 October 1, 2013 make the call (or, in relation to the supervision of a provisional who commenced their employment on or after this date is required a trafficon commissioner. The senior traffic commissioner has 3.2 The employer is ceasing (or intending to) to carry that So you are likely to be calledresources to a hearing in order circumstances (including the administrative andto show size of licence holder, for the provisional licence holder to cease driving 500a document to 799 November 1, 2013 an automatic scheme lower. Incallany event, the minimum £5035 and £33,540 issued entitled ‘Statutory Document No 6 Vocational cause why an order should not be made. The guidelines which a to haveper twoyear years’ continuousof employment beforeenrolment they can bring a was beingwhere made). the employee was so employed businesswhile in the the place employer), thedriver employer reasonably unreasonably in Driver which givesthe a detailed view of vocational traffic acted commissioner will be considering are to suspend 350Conduct, to 499 January 1,or 2014 Under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations, a fromwho thebegan date that combined contribution will need to (though please claim note for these figures unfair dismissal. For with thoseeffect employees work they (workplace conduct. Here I have reproduced the paragraph on the use of driving a vocational entitlement for 14 days, 21 days if closure); mobile telephone or other device is to be treated as hand-held if it treating that reason as sufficient to February dismiss the 250phones to 349 1,employee 2014 (s.98(4) mobile “A specific starting point is provided in respect of commercial vehicle, to commence with immediate effect. For a is, or must be, held at some point during the course of making or before this date, only one year’s continuous employment is needed. 3.3 There iseight requirement carry out work ofofto a remain per cent. are reviewed yearly). In addition, staff became eligible. This will not apply the use hand held devicesERA). such as mobile telephones 240 249 April 1,offence 2014 second and/or subsequent to multiply accordingly, for receiving aa callreduced or performing any other interactiveto communication because of the prevalence of this offence in recent years. second offence in a commercial vehicle 2 x 21 days. function. An ‘interactive communication function’ the kind, or to carry out work ofincludes a particular kind where the 150 to 239 May 1, of 2014 Any relevant Code (eg,example, the ACAS Code Practice on however if the job holder is already particular aged between 16 and 22 can also No information in this column shall be construed legal advice and information is offered for general information purposes only based on the current law employeeDisclaimer: was employed to work (reduced requirement 90asfor to 149 June should 1, 2014 Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures) be considered by an active member of the employer’s employees). choose to opt into the scheme and when the article was first written. You should seek advice from an appropriately qualified solicitor on anyJuly specific legal enquiry. Source: the PensionsTrust.org 50always to 89 1, 2014 it applies, the tribunal. A failure to follow the Code, insofar as For an employer to defend a claim for unfair dismissal, they must qualifying scheme (see s.3(2) of the 4. The receive an employer contribution. Employers to be brought intowould contravene any employment employee’sare continued gives tribunals a discretionary power to increase or decrease the be able to show the only or principle reason for the dismissal was Pension Act 2008). penalty notice (s.40 dutythe or restriction imposed enactment (ERA Notice s.98(2)(d))and penalties unfair dismissal award by up to 25Fixed per cent if they consider the new regime overbyaany staged one of five permitted reasons under the ERA: employer’s/employee’s failure unreasonable. There will be the option for an e.g.:period depending on the number for non-compliance Pensions Act 2008). The current 1. The actions of the employee amounted to misconduct (ERA 4.1 The employee was dismissed because continued Failure to comply with the new level for this is a flat rate of £400. The reforms have been brought in eligible job holder to opt out of a of workers tobreach whomimmigration PAYE (Pay As s.98(2)(b)): employment would rules; reforms will not leave an employer Escalating penalty notice (s.41 mainly as a result 1.1 of the scheme if they so choose or (s.a8 of Thisprovisions can either be a single act of serious misconduct, If the tribunal finds in favour of the employee, it can order one of You income is payable. If an they had lost their 4.2 TheEarn) employee was dismissed because exposed to claims by an individual Pensions Act 2008). The Regulator of actsof that are less serious; of the Pensionsseries Act 2008, which the Pension Act 2008), but they will driving the following: licence, and driving was a requirement employer is one organisation with of the job. employee, however it will result willreturns impose a fine to the Misconduct has to include: violence at work; theft three 1. Reinstatement - the employee to their job relevant with no loss key sections were1.2 commenced on been held be automatically enrolled every several different sized employers, or dishonesty; unauthorised absence from work; disclosure of in potential fromorthe The dismissal was for “some other substantial reason” (ERA action number of employees, eg £50 of money security June 30, 2012. confidential Guidance information has also etc. years. For those who don’t opt out, 5. then the date will be calculated from s.98(1)(b)): 2. Engagement - the employeeper getsday another job with the same Pensions Regulator. The two for employers with 1-4 been published2.toThe supplement the the employer will be obliged to pay 5.1the to establish dismissal It isdate only of necessary employer the largest group ainreason the for the employee lacked the capability or qualifications to do their stage enforcement process begins workers, or £10,000 per day for Pensions Act 2008 by two main mandatory minimum contributions. which is of a kind which could justify the - the combination of a basic award (a formula job (ERA s.98(2)(a)): organisation. A summary ofthe thedismissal ofwith the issue 3. ofCompensation a notice by the those employers with more than employee in question; it is not necessary to show that it did based on age, length of service and one week’s pay) plus a sources: 2.1 Capability should be assessed with regards to an employee’s relevant staging dates are as follows: Regulator specifying the breach, 500 workers. actually justify the dismissal (Willow Oak Developments Limited compensatory award to compensate the employee for the “skill, for aptitude, The Department Workhealth and or any other physical or mental quality” For those employers and recommending action addition, the Regulator will –v- Silverwood [2006] IRLR 607);with less financialpotential loss he has suffered as aIn result of the dismissal. (s.98(3)(a) ERA);

Overview & eligibility

The reforms

Procedural Fairness

The five permitted reasons

Implementation

Legislation

Remedies available

Contribution levels

Pensions has produced guidance for In terms of the minimum contribution than 50 workers, the staging date to be taken – eg an employer continue to have the power under levels in forthis employers, least employers on howDisclaimer: pension schemes be between 1, 2014 and paying contributions that are due. only No information column at shall beeight construed will as legal advice March and information is offered for general information purposes based onPensions the current s.10 of the Actlaw 1995 to 1, 2016, depending on the per article cent ofwas an employee’s qualifying meet the quality requirements. when the Ifqualified the breach is noton remedied, first written. You should February always seek advice from an appropriately solicitor any specific legal levyenquiry. civil penalties, and be able to then the employer can issue two remove and appoint trustees of earnings must be paid into a pension. last two characters in an employers The Pensions Regulator has the PAYE reference number. levels of penalties: pension schemes. This figure is reached through three duty of enforcing compliance with Disclaimer: No information in this column shall be construed as legal advice and information is offered for general information purposes only based on the current law when the article was first written. You should always seek advice from an appropriately qualified solicitor on any specific legal enquiry.

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ISSUE 304 DECEMBER 2012

HUNDRED TONNER PICS FOR POSTERITY

he owner of the unique Scammell Hundred Tonner, Maurice Hudson, has received a set of photo albums recording the vehicle’s working life during the 1930s and 1940s on behalf of the British Commercial Vehicle Museum in Leyland. The albums from the William Towers Robertson Collection have been donated to the Museum’s archives by John Robertson. Measured by load-carrying capacity, the Hundred Tonner was the world’s biggest road vehicle when it entered service in 1930. It has been on loan to the British Commercial Vehicle Museum since 1984 following its restoration

by Maurice Hudson, who acquired it at the end of 1970s. The Hundred Tonner (registration: KD 9168) was custom-built by Scammell for MRS/Edward Box of Liverpool, which at the time was one of Britain’s foremost heavy-haulage contractors. William Towers Robertson (John Robertson’s father) was responsible for the vehicle’s operational management. One of KD 9168’s many impressive feats was the movement during the course of 1946-47 of 120 ‘Liberation’ class steam locomotives, each weighing 75 tons, from The Vulcan Foundry, Newton-le-Willows, where they

were built, to Liverpool Docks for shipment as part of a postWorld War II United Nations aid programme to war-ravaged countries of mainland Europe. All 120 locomotives were moved under a bridge near the Vulcan works, which allowed only three-quartersof-an-inch clearance between the top of the load and the underside of the bridge. The Hundred Tonner’s heaviest move was a 165-ton steel ingot, transported from a foundry to a

steelworks in Sheffield. Other highprofile moves during the 1930s by what at the time was the world’s biggest road-going load carrying vehicle was a 35-ton propeller (the world’s largest), transported from London to Southampton for the Cunard Line’s RMS Queen Mary, then the world’s biggest ship. KD 9168 is one of only two Scammell Hundred Tonners built. MRS originally commissioned the tractive unit and it trailer to haul steam railway locomotives built for

TIPPER TRUCK HERO IN SNAKE PASS RESCUE

n agency driver has become a true Knight of the Road after rescuing a woman car driver from a perilous position near the Ladybower Reservoir in Derbyshire. The drama kicked off on a dark and wet October evening when 36-year-old agency driver Daniel Hurst, who works for the Stockport office of Driver Hire, was negotiating the Snake Pass while at the wheel of a 32-tonne tipper truck for CEMEX UK. “Conditions weren’t great,” Daniel said. “It was pitch-black. I was heading towards Sheffield when something caught my eye at the side of the road. So I pulled over to take a closer look. “It was all a bit surreal. There was a car about 8 ft off the carriageway, on its side, engine running with the wheels still turning round. The car was resting against a tree, hanging over a ditch which was full of water torrenting into Ladybower Reservoir. I got a torch from my cab. On closer inspection of the car, I realised there was a young woman inside it.” Daniel flagged down another passing vehicle and got them to call the

emergency services, while he set about securing the vehicle so it didn’t slip any further down the embankment. “The car windows were shut, so communicating with the young lady wasn’t easy,” Daniel continued. “But I managed to explain that help was on its way and asked her to switch off the engine. I reversed my truck onto the side of the road and tied a heavy-duty strap from its tow bar and then around one of the car’s axles.” The road was closed for at least an hour while the emergency services successfully extracted the young lady from her vehicle, which was then winched back to the roadside. Amazingly, the car driver was uninjured and, after a check-up, was allowed to go home with her parents, who’d been notified of the incident. Commenting on Daniel’s actions, a Derbyshire Constabulary spokesman said: “His quick thinking meant there was no chance the vehicle could slip. It was lodged against trees, but they could easily have given way. By attaching a strap to the car, Daniel made sure it was safe. He did a really good job.”

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export by Kitson’s of Leeds across the Pennines to Liverpool Docks. The vehicle was in service from 1930 until 1953. For the last five years of its working life, it was operated by Pickfords as a result of the nationalisation of the road haulage industry in 1949. Despite the fact the Hundred Tonner has been built specifically for MRS and operated by the company for nearly 20 years, the sale to Pickfords was compulsory.

MAN CHARGED OVER M5 COLLISION

ollowing the fatal collision of 34 vehicles on the M5 on November 4, 2011 as a result of a fireworks display at the Taunton Rugby Club, the Avon and Somerset police have charged 50-year-old Geoffrey Counsell with seven counts of manslaughter. A joint statement from the police and the CPS said: “Since the collision, we have worked closely together to thoroughly investigate the circumstances of the collision and to carefully consider all the evidence. This has been a complex process which has also involved working with Taunton Deane Borough Council and seeking the views of expert witnesses. “Having considered the evidence in line with the Code for Crown Prosecutors, the CPS decided there was sufficient evidence to charge Geoffrey Counsell, the provider of the fireworks display at Taunton Rugby Club on the night of the collision, with manslaughter. The charges are due to his alleged failings in the planning and operation of the display. “It was clear from the investigation carried out by Avon and Somerset Police that there was insufficient evidence to prosecute for driver error, and therefore no action will be taken against any motorists.”

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ISSUE 304 DECEMBER 2012

TOP-CLASS SERVICE SET IN STONE 10 • TRUCKSTOP NEWS • ISSUE 299 • JULY 2012

ondon Concrete has Centre London, and some months and feedback from taken delivery of four of our franchised drivers are drivers has been very good, new Volvo FM11considering taking the sevenwith their performance directly 370 8x4 chassis year option. It’s a reflection leading to this repeat order. with Liebherr eight m3 drums, of the service levels they’re The only difference between taking its fleet to 86 mixers. getting.” these new trucks and the first In an operation that has Douglas Antingham four is the fitment of Volvo’s been hitherto dominated by concluded: “Our drivers are I-Shift automated gearbox. German and Dutch trucks, starting to choose Volvo over London Concrete has 12 Volvo said it is making strong the other brands we run, and depots around London and headway with top service that speaks volumes. In a has poured for all the Capital’s levels, as well as a durable robust transport sector where high-profile contracts, and reliable product. any issues need the fastest including the 2012 Olympic Production manager at possible response, service venues, Wembley stadium and London Concrete, Douglas levels have to be 110 per Heathrow’s terminals. Antingham, said: “All these cent – and that’s what we’re These new Volvos will be trucks are on the top-level getting.” maintained by the Volvo Truck five-year gold R&M contract The first four FM11 8x4s and Bus Centre Dealerpoints through Volvo Truck and Bus have been in service forflank six Ice Road in Hayes, eld and Croydon. The four winners of RTITB training TruckersEnfi star, Lisa Kelly.

WINNERS ALL! the training they received was with a reputable organisation. Lucky drivers would get the chance to win their 35 hours of periodic training with one of the following Master Driver CPC Consortium members: DLT Training Ltd, Transport & Training Services Ltd, Gist Limited, the RTITB Academy. Draws to identify winners were carried out twice a day by Ice Road Truckerís star Lisa Kelly at the RTITB marquee. The lucky winners of 35 hours of periodic training are: Dave Smith, from Norfolk, Andrew Jennings, from Staffordshire, Leslie Baker, from Kent, and Michael Currie, from Essex.

RTITB ran a special competition over the course of two days of the Truckfest Peterborough show in conjunction with its Master Driver CPC Consortium members, whereby four lucky drivers could win 35 hours of Driver CPC periodic training.

With the September 2014 Driver CPC deadline fast approaching, this was a prize coveted by all who entered, not only saving them a great deal of money, but also ensuring

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G&A GETS THE GIST

i me and temperature-controlled logistics specialist Gist is breaking new ground with its latest refrigerated 13.6 m trailers from Gray & Adams. They are some of the first 44-pallet liftingdeck trailers on Britain’s roads – and Gray & Adams claims this new addition to its range offers a 10 per cent increase in pallet carrying capacity compared to a standard, 13.6 m double-decker. One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of temperature-controlled trailers and commercial vehicle bodywork took a fresh look at its standard 40-pallet offering, before employing a series of cleverly engineered measures that allow operators to make practical use of every precious inch of space on the two decks. Gray & Adams was the first to the market with a refrigerated double-deck trailer 14 years ago, and the company said this launch shows it is once again leading the way with the industry’s first 44-pallet version. Tailored precisely to meet the requirement of Gist’s operation, each of the new trailers runs on six 445/45R19.5 tyres in place of the more conventional twelve 215/75R17.5s, and features wide-radius leading-edge cappings that smooth the airflow and reduce fuel consumption. Gist has specified a combination of dualand single-temperature Carrier refrigeration

underestimated and undervalued. Along with a commitment to offering Telematics systems offer the chance customers high-quality equipment to reduce the stress and timewith the introduction of new vehicles, pressure on drivers by allowing for also believes enhanced units, while some of its the newcompany trailers are more efficient planning in the event tracking systems will add greater additionally fitted with retractable Dhollandia of unexpected delays.” supply chain visibility and improve 1500 kg tail-lifts – as well as the bottom An initial 55 of the new Euro 5 MAN fuel management across the decks, these can access the upper decks in units, each displaying Bibbyʼs business by focusing on driver their lowered positions.behaviour. revamped livery, are now in operation Gist’s transport and warehousing across the business and will be “Keeping the age profile of the fleet network extends throughout the closely followed by a further 131 down is asUK much about providing a and Europe, and the company handles scheduled for replacement in and reliable service to cost-effective September. The remaining new customers as it is about considering everything from dairy products, fresh vehicles will replace life-expired impact of our activities on the fruit and vegetables andthe other chilled equipment throughout the course of environment and perishable foods, to cut flowersand andthe safety of our 2013. drivers,” said John live plants for an impressive portfolio of Finn, fleet and It is also anticipated that by the procurement director, Bibby customers. end of 2013, 100 per cent of the Bibby Distribution. “By understanding how Gist engineering director Sam de Beaux Distribution fleet will feature drivers perform, including driving said: “We won’t alwayscharacteristics make full use such of their telematics systems, which is backed as acceleration, increased carrying capacity, butgear there will up by an on-going SAFED braking, changes, engine idle certainly be times whentimes the ability tohope carryto improve in my experience they offer the industry’s (Safe and Fuel Efficient etc, we an extra four pallets on journey our newtimes, trailers bestalso combination of flexibility and technical driver development Driving) fueliscosts and going to be very useful driver indeed. capability, coupled with resilience and programme delivered by its stress and fatigue levels. subsidiary training company, addition, the importance of “At Gist, we are always“In looking at ways robustness of construction,” de Beaux said. System in touch to improve productivity,being cut costs andwith drivers while “Wethey benchmark ourTraining. costs so know their “Accuracy visibility areoperation out on theon road reduce the impact of our theis oftenprices to be competitive. Butand price is onlyare

what make a good logistics company a powerful asset to a customerʼs operations. Innovating and investing in these areas is something that is always at the forefront of our minds, regardless of whether we have been working with a customer for two weeks or two years. Itʼs all about adding value, and thatʼs where we always strive to come up trumps,” added Finn. A limited-edition MAN Corinthian5 – launched as part of MANʼs 20th anniversary celebrations in the UK earlier this year – will join the Bibby fleet in October. The vehicle will visit a number of Bibby depots offering the chance for drivers to enjoy the luxury of the flagship model.

environment. This is yet another tangible one factor – we’re more interested in a example of how Gray & Adams are helping product’s suitability and ease of use for our us to do just that,” he added. operation, and in its total life cost. As well as supplying the vast majority “So, for example, our trailers have fridge of Gist’s trailers, Gray & Adams also builds guards and extra protection for internal insulated bodies for the operator’s rigid Forum lighting andpublished controls, toin minimise A Fleet Safety report Augustthe by trucks – this year’s orders include a number damage that can occur when mechanical road safety charity Brake showed nearly six in 10 for mainly single-temperature 8.2 m and 6 handling equipment is going in and out (57 fiper do nottimes test drivers m insulated boxes, whichfleets are being ttedcent) to several a day. for alcohol, and an even greater proportion (63 per cent) not test for a fleet of 18-tonne DAF chassis. “Gray & Adams listens,do understands what drugs. “I have been working inillegal partnership our operation is about, and works with us to Brake said its report was published just which days after for with Gray & Adams since the 1980s, and design trailers arethe ‘fitDepartment for purpose’.”

Brake calls for testing increase

Transport posted provisional figures for crashes involving drink-driving during 2011. These show deaths resulting from drink-drive crashes increased by 12 per cent from 250 in 2010 to 280 in 2011, and seriously injured casualties rose by three per cent from 1250 to 1290. Roslyn Cumming, development manager at Brake said: “The DfTʼs latest figures confirm what we already know about devastating In a statement, the Agency said: “The “Evidence so far, fromthethe first six effects of drink-driving. fleet managers to get hold this Fleetoff Safety programme is not about wishing to removeIʼdallurge sites where lighting was of switched Forum survey report to see how their organisation up, and get lights from the motorway network. It is about between midnight and 5measures am, indicates expert where, tips on how to avoid a range off of risks to safeduring driving,these including carefully identifying the locations under switching the lights times alcohol and drug use.” the latest guidelines for motorway lighting on carefully selected sections of motorway The survey is available as a PDF download to Fleet Safety Forum that were revised in 2007 following the latest hasn’t had an adverse impact on safety. subscribers free of charge, and the report will also be sent free of charge research into the safety benefi ts provided by Analysis also suggests no impact to the first 50 non-subscriber organisations to request it. Email on motorway lighting, we would not consider volumes or speed.” admin@brake.org.uk to traffi order.c Non-subscribers after this can order the installing lighting for the firstreport time today. in exchange for £5.

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uropean online tyre retailer fitment of winter tyres. The company Delticom is warning the draws on its considerable experience safety benefits of fitting of winter tyre sales throughout winter or cold-weather tyres Germany and elsewhere in Europe, A young woman walksbya many slackline between brand-new are still not fully appreciated where such tyrestwo are compulsory and British fl eet operators. necessary over the winter period. Volvo FH trucks driving at full speed – not even in Hollywood The firm said the relatively mild Fitting winter tyres to a fleet will haswinter thisinstunt been Now film safer about the the UKever last year may attempted. well not only helpthe to ensure driving lull fl eet managers into postponing in wintery conditions, but should stunt is a massive success on YouTube and within nine days, a decision to fit winter tyres to circumstances require emergency more million have seen it. fitted with winter theirthan trucks.3.8 Fitting winter orpeople cold braking, a vehicle weather tyres can make a lot of tyres will stop in less distance. difference to driving, particularly when They can also significantly reduce temperatures drop below seven the risk of accident damage as a degrees C. result of skidding on a frosty road The firm said the cost to business surface. These tyres operate more of inclement weather is reported to be effectively at temperatures below in the hundreds of millions of pounds, seven degrees C – and not just in partly due to trucks not being able to high speed incidents, but also in the make important deliveries. far more common (and potentially Delticom, operating in the UK fleet expensive) low-speed scrapes and market as fleettyres24.co.uk, is a dents that can occur if a vehicle loses European specialist in the supply and traction in wintery conditions.

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VACU-LUG GOES WEST

ritish tyre manufacturer and distributor Vacu-Lug has been appointed as the sole UK distributor for all West Lake TBR (Truck and Bus Radial) tyres in a move which sees a total of nine new product lines added to the Vacu-Lug portfolio. Spanning a wide variety of operation types and with a choice of 17.5 inch, 19.5 inch and 22.5 inch rim diameters, West Lake tyres are suitable for drive and steer axle applications for light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles. “We are delighted to add

West Lake to our growing range of tyres and associated tyre fleet management services,” said Vacu-Lug managing director, Tim Hercock. “West Lake manufactures a quality product to the highest environmental standards, and as such we are delighted to now be able to offer this highly cost-effective brand to the UK’s transport operators.” In terms of its environmental credentials, West Lake is one of the first global manufacturers to produce an entirely aromaticfree range of tyres. This means all West Lake tyres are fully REACH (Registration, Evaluation,

Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) compliant. The Reach Directive EC/1907-2006 identifies and defines chemicals of concern contained in products for use in the European Union. The standard details the registration obligations of manufacturers and suppliers to ensure compliance. Left to right: West Lake sales manager KK Singh, VacuLug MD Tim Hercock and fleet sales director Dave Alsop cement the deal at the Brityrex show in Manchester

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three-week demo that delivered a fuel improvement of up to 20 per cent has landed an order for six new Volvo FM11-450 tractors from GRS Bagging. Specialist suppliers of bagged sands, gravels and decorative stone to builders merchants from Newcastle to the South Coast, GRS has lifted its fuel economy from “the mid-fives” to 7.3 mpg with the new Volvos. GRS operations director, Rick ulkner, said: “This is heavy work Faulkner, and although we only do between 45,000 and 50,000 km each year, we operate at 44 tonnes every day. I am always looking for cost reductions, and after three weeks

MC Trailer Rentals has taken delivery of its 100th transport refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold UK, while also signing up for its 100th Golden Cold maintenance contract from the company. Carrier Transicold helps improve global transport and shipping temperature control with a complete line of equipment for refrigerated trucks, trailers and containers. The Immingham-based trailer rental specialist has been specifying equipment from Carrier Transicold for the last six years, along with fixed-cost maintenance contracts with every Vector 1550 or 1850 refrigeration unit it introduces into its fleet. “If we ran all of our service on a pay-as-you-go basis, I’d need to employ a separate administration team just to manage it,” said Kevin Cook, managing director, DMC. “Carrier Transicold’s Golden Cold agreements make running such a large fleet of reefers hassle-free for DMC and our customers. “We are able to keep our cost base to a minimum, which in turn

of tough work the FM11-450 we had on demo turned in a fuel figure I couldn’t ignore.” GRS operates 55 artics with 50 drivers, and these new Volvos will be working from the company’s Rainham, Essex depot, where they will be maintained on a Volvo Gold R&M contract by Volvo Truck and Bus Centre London’s Barking workshops.

“I bought 20 18-month-old Volvo FM-430s three years ago, and these six are the first new ones on the fleet,” Faulkner said. “With the stop-start work we do, this fuel benefit is a massive bonus and I’m a big fan of the I-Shift auto ’box too. Since we moved from manuals, where a clutch would last as little as 12 months, only one of our used FMs has needed a clutch in three years.” GRS said six new Volvos are getting the thu mbs-up from drivers too, who report the latest I-Shift software is better than ever especially after Volvo’s driver trainer Dave Taylor paid them a visit.

COLD CENTURY FOR DMC allows us to remain competitive. Additionally, we enjoy the added reassurance that our trailers are being looked after exactly as the manufacturer intended.” Among the most recent deliveries to DMC Trailer Rentals are 20 Montracon trailers mounted with Vector 1550 single-temperature refrigeration units, following the supply of 10 identical trailers to the company in 2011. The units are on long-term rental to Rick Bestwick, a specialist in cold storage and transport. “Whenever we deliver a new trailer, we immediately notify Carrier Transicold and it takes on responsibility for coordinating maintenance schedules directly with our customers. The aftersales service it provides is as good as the product – and in the rare event of a breakdown, it keeps us fully informed with updates as soon as the technician arrives on-site and again once the job is completed,” added Cook. Cook says he favours threeyear Golden Cold maintenance agreements on all new trailers, which he typically extends by two

or three years subject to customer demand. The oldest assets are replaced every six years to ensure a modern and reliable fleet. “Taking away the hassle of administering repairs, breakdowns, service documents and invoices

are some of the often unexpected benefits customers experience when they move to our Golden Cold service,” said Scott Dargan, operations director, Carrier Transicold UK. “What has stood out while working with DMC over

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the years, however, is they have always made a conscious decision to take advantage of these benefits as they’ve grown the business. This means they can focus their energies directly on serving the needs of their customers.”

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Our New Site Offers: Coach & Lorry Breakdown Service and/or Recovery Toilet Drop•Fuelling Services•New Coach & Lorry Wash / Chassis Steam Cleaning Showers & Toilets for Drivers•Drivers' Rest Room with Kettle, Microwave and TV Manned Security 24/7 along with CCTV Cameras DRIVER AGENCY AVAILABLE SHOULD EITHER COACH OR LORRY DRIVERS REQUIRE A DAY OFF OR RUN OUT OF HOURS Contact us on 0131 669 1911 or 07711 907575 www.truckparkinginedinburgh.com • edinburghcoach&lorrypark@hotmail.com

J44 M6, 500 YDS FROM MOTORWAY

WARM FRIENDLY WELCOME REAL FRESHLY HOME COOKED MEALS DAILY SPECIALS & DRIVERS DEALS £5 MAINS, £8 FOR 2 COURSES FREE WIFI & LOYALTY CARDS TV WITH LIVE SPORTS

OPENING HOURS FOR FOOD MONDAY - THURSDAY 7AM - 8.30PM FRIDAY 7AM - 3PM • SATURDAY 8AM - 12 NOON

PHONE ORDERS 0750 706 1243 FUEL OFFERED - KEYFUELS & UK FUELS PARKING FOR 25 LGV’S DRIVERS LOUNGE WITH FREEVIEW SHOWER FACILITIES

SCOTLAND & THE NORTH

Thornley Station Industrial Estate, Shotton, Co. Durham, DH6 2QA Tel: 07598 868 144 Opening times 8am till late Monday to Friday Toilet and shower facilities available Sit in or take out Cafe (homemade meals) £6 Overnight parking including Free Shower £8 Overnight parking including Free Shower + £2 meal voucher Trailer change over, Tran-shipping Transport, 24hr CCTV and secured fencing. Located 1 1/2 miles off A19/A181/B1280.

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Over Night Parking = parking only = truck •w£5.00 ashing only • Parking for 150 lorries 10 4JW • Security Patrolling 24/7 and cctv HF Veale & Sons, Chilcompton...BA3 • All agency fuel available 9QT Albion Inn & Truckstop, Ashcott...TA7 • Toilets and Shower • Freshly cook home-made food LPW A vonmouth, B ristol...BS11 9 YP • O’ licence parking available Havant Lorry Park, Hants...PO9 1JW 1/4 mile from 4ER Junction 34 M62 (2min from A19). Swindon Truckstop...SN3 Extra Services Cullompton...EX15 1NS 12 www.ukcafeguide.co.uk 5LB Bridgwater Tankwash...TA6 Chippenham Pit Stop...SN15 5LH Extra Services Peterborough... PE7 8UQ Roadchef Clacket Lane (East) J6/5 M25 TN16 2ER Extra Services M25 Cobham Surrey (J9/10) NEW!

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Trans Clean Ltd, Stansted Airport...CM24 1RY Red www.RedLionTruckstop.com World Alconbury Truckstop..PE28 4WD Truckin’ Tel: 01604 831914 A45, Weedon Road, Upperheyford, Northampton, NN7 4DE 4YD LPW P urfleet, J uliette W ay...RM15 Purfleet Truckwash, Beacon Hill... RM1 1SR LPW London Docklands...E16 2AX Sittingbourne Commercial Wash...ME10 3SJ LPW Ashford Truckwash...TN24 0LH 4BL Stop 24, Folkstone Services, J11 M20...CT21 7 Extra S ervices B aldock...SG7 5 TR Airport cafe A20 nr. Ashford TN25 6DA Rownhams Southbound M27 J3/4 SO16 8AP

MALE & FEMALE SHOWERS (WITH A FEW PERSONAL ITEMS FOR THE LADIES) OPENING HOURS 6AM-9PM MONDAY TO THURSDAY LAST FOOD AND SHOWER BEING 8PM. 6AM-2PM FRIDAY LAST FOOD 1.30PM 6am to 3pm FRIDAYS (WEEKEND PARKING ONLY - CALL MOBILE TO ARRANGE) 24 HOUR SECURITY & CCTV

NORTH & THE MIDLANDS

Food SUNDAY in Compass Bar & Rest • Free Drink Refills • Bunkered Diesel 24/7 • Secure Parking • Toilets/Showers

• Good home cooked meals • Famous for our Salads • All day breakfasts • Take-Away

Tel: 01476 861543 / 860916

FRESH FOOD • ALL DAY BREAKFASTS PRE-ORDERS TAKEN FOR EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY DRIVERS’ LOUNGE WITH BAR, POOL & DARTS OVERNIGHT PARKING = parking only = tWITH ruck CCTV washing only FACILITIES - £15.00 & SHOWER OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK HF V eale & S ons, C hilcompton...BA3 4JW 01406 424283 9QT Albion Inn & Truckstop, Ashcott...TA7 A17 Holbeach, PE12 8LT LPW A vonmouth, B ristol...BS11 9 YP Havant Lorry Park, Hants...PO9 1JW Pit Stop Café Swindon Truckstop...SN3 4ER and Truckstop Extra Services Cullompton...EX15 1NS Tel: 5LB 01527 869245 8 Bridgwater Tankwash...TA6 Overnight Manned Security Chippenham P it S top...SN15 5 LH Open 364 days of the year Plasma TV Off licence on forecourt CCTV Fuel and Parking 24/7 PE7 8UQ All major fuel cards accepted Free to use cash machine Extra Services Peterborough... Café Open:Open: Mon–ThursMon-Fri - 5.30am–10pm. Friday - 5.30am–8pm Saturday - CLOSED Café 5.30-10pm 7am-12pm Roadchef C lacket L ane ( East) J 6/5 M 25 TN16 Sat 2ER 1 mile from junction 5, M5... A38 Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. B61 7ER Extra Services M25 Cobham Surrey (J9/10) NEW!

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Eardley International, Lockerbie... DG11 3JD The Redmoss Hotel, Abington... ML12 6SX Kingstown Truck Park, Carlisle... CA3 0EU Purdy Lodge, Belford... NE70 7JU 11 NT Truckstop Carlisle... CA3 0JR Crawford Arms... ML12 6TP Edinburgh Truckpark.... EH15 2QA Newton Aycliffe Truckpark.... DL5 6AJ Squires Gate Truckpark Blackpool FY82SN

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= truck wash & park Extra S ervices B eaconsfield...HP9 2SE Ardleigh Truckstop,Colchester...CO7 7SL LPW Felixstowe (BP Garage)... IP11 4HU UK Truck Clean South Mimms... EN6 3QQ Portsmouth Truckstop...PO6 1UJ Extra Services Cambridge... CB23 4WU Junction 9 Truckwash M1 Luton...AL3 8HA The Green Welly Motel Chatteris .. PE16 6UA Orwell Crossing, A14 East Ipswich..IP10 0DD Erith Truckstop, Belvedere, Kent...DA17 6AB Avon Lodge Truck Stop, Avonmouth.. BS11 9YP

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A151 Colsterworth NG33 5JN

WELL KNOWN FOR THE FRESH HOME COOKED FOOD & GREAT ATMOSPHERE

OPEN... SAT NAV DN14 6UD (M62 JUNCTION 36) OPEN... Mon-Fri 6am - 10.30pm TRUCKWASHING AVAILABLE Mon-Fri - 10.30pm 6am - 6am 10.30pm SatMon-Fri 6am - 3.30pm • Sun 7am - 5.30pm TEL 01405 766349 or MOBILE 07730792140 SatSat 6am6am - 3.30pm • Sun 7am - 5.30pm - 3.30pm • Sun 7am - 5.30pm

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A1 TRUCKSTOP DINER

INCORPORATING

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SAMANTHA’S BAR & DINER

CCTV • PAYZONE Sat & Sun Parking £5 Sat & Free Can OfSun LagerParking With Sat & Sun Parking £5 £5 Friday Overnight Parking. OPEN...

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A simple, easy to use website to locate the best truckstops and cafes across the UK. You can locate cafes by country, county and town. If you would like to recommend a cafe to us for inclusion on our website, please call 0844 993 7020 or email info@ukcafeguide.co.uk PLEASE MENTION www.ukcafeguide.co.uk when visiting cafes

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24 Hour Parking with Security Guard and CCTV Parking for 100 trucks Cafe open from 5am till late Licenced Bar open until 11pm Digital Widescreen TV Open 7 days a week OPEN ALL BANK HOLIDAYS Free Male and Female showers

THE CAFÉ

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2 DOCKLANDS TRUCKSTOP (GOOLE)

H.G.V. NIGHT PARK H.G.V. PARK 01543NIGHT 469183 SHOWER FACILITIES (M/F) SHOWER FACILITIES (M/F) H.G.V. NIGHT PARK GOOD HOME COOKED FOOD GOOD HOME COOKED FOOD SHOWER FACILITIES (M/F) CCTV • PAYZONE GOOD HOME COOKED FOOD CCTV • PAYZONE J12

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Tursdale Industrial Estate, County Durham, DH6 5PG Great Home Cooked Food, Friendly Service. Large HGV Parking Area Available, Toilets. Open 7am – 2pm Mon – Fri Call Ahead To Order : 07827 016 170

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Eardley International, Lockerbie... DG11 3JD The Redmoss Hotel, Abington... ML12 6SX Kingstown Truck Park, Carlisle... CA3 0EU Purdy Lodge, Belford... NE70 7JU NT Truckstop Carlisle... CA3 0JR Crawford Arms... ML12 6TP Edinburgh Truckpark.... EH15 2QA Newton Aycliffe Truckpark.... DL5 6AJ Squires Gate Truckpark Blackpool FY82SN

(CENTRE OF VILLAGE)

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500 yards from Junction 16 M1

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– Fri 9am - 6pm / Sat 9am – 1pm Mon For prices please call Michael on:

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Crawford Arms Hotel & Truckstop DEFINITELY OPEN FOR

OPEN 6am WEEKDAYS • 4pm WEEKENDS 8 LETTING ROOMS • REASONABLE RATES

Docklands...E16 TEL: 01540 673 702 2AX 9 LPW London Sittingbourne Commercial Wash...ME10 3SJ Wash ‘n’ Go Truckwash Truckwash...TN24 0LH LPW Ashford Voted best for value for money’ truck wash by our customers! 24, Folkstone Services, J11 M20...CT21 4BL Stop UnitBusiness 2 Station Village, Lane, Chester Le StreetEstate, DH3 1DB Drum Industrial Extra Services Baldock...SG7 Chester-Le-Street, DH2 1AA. 5TR County Durham cafe A20 Aand shford TCleaning N25 6DA Truck Washing andnr. Wheel Cleaning Airport Truck Washing, Truck Valeting Wheel Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm / SO16 8AP Rownhams S outhbound M 27 J 3/4 Opening Times:

OVERNIGHT PARKING • CCTV • HOMEMADE • SKY TV + ESPN • SHOWERS 6 FOOD BAR • POOL TABLE • WI-FI ACCESS

Opening Times: MON 7am – 10pm TUES – FRI 6.30am- 10pm SAT- 7am– 8pm SUN-8am – 8pm Trans Clean Ltd, Stansted Airport...CM24 1RY Red Fresh Home Cooked Food, Overnight Parking TV etc. WShowers, orld Alconbury Truckstop..PE28 4WD Truckin’ A Warm Welcome Awaits LPW P urfleet, J uliette W ay...RM15 4YD If your arriving between 9.30 – 10pm Call before and have a meal waiting for you. Truckwash, Beacon Hill... RM1 1SR Purfleet Perth Road, Newtonmore, PH20-1BB

2 miles from A1 in both directions Secure Overnight Parking, Guard Patrol, 24hr CCTV, Toilet & Shower on site • Weekly parking/ satellite base/owner drivers • Lorry wash facility for weekly parkers • Operator licence operating centre • Trailer swap area Discount on 5 or more lorries parking long term On site café. 5 Star Health & Hygine cert. Mon-Fri: 6am-2pm. Sat: 7am-12pm All day breakfast & Daily specials

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THE COACH & HORSES

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• £5.00 Over Night Parking • Parking for 150 lorries = truck w•ashing nly SecurityoPatrolling 24/7 and cctv • All agency fuel available • Toilets and Shower • Freshly cook home-made food • O’ licence parking available

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No surcharges (SNAP) Go to www.snapaccount.co.uk to see the No cash needed (card or SNAP) benefits available to SNAP Account holders, 7 sites (SNAP) Many sites (card) more join hundreds of fleets already using 1/4 mile from Junction 34 M62 (2min from A19). Online 2 controls and download (SNAP) 4 SNAP with thousands of happy drivers. Single detailed weekly invoice (SNAP) We offer driver telephone help until 6 Complete traceability (SNAP) 9 10pm each night if you need it. Easy to use (card or SNAP) Follow u12 s on twitter @snapaccount NEW! Downloadable guide for card users at www.eurotruckpark.com 5 8 11

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ISSUE 303 DECEMBER 2012

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= parking only = truck washing only Crewe Lorry Park...CW1 6AE Heywood Distribution Park... OL10 2TT The New Hollies, Cannock... WS11 1SB Roadchef M6 Stafford Southbound..ST15 0EU Chester Motorway Service Area... CH2 4QZ Victor Valet, M6/M42 B76 9DS The Kitchen, Sleaford Road (A15).. LN4 2AN Truck Jet Clean, Ellesmere Port CH65 4LB Caenby Corner, Glentham (A15).. LN8 2AR Lodge Farm Cafe, Holbeach, PE12 8LT

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ISSUE 303 DECEMBER 2012

TRUCKER TUCKER TRAIL in association with

EuroTruckPark.com & EuroTruckWash.com NEW! Free guide available for fuel card users on our websites 2

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Parking upto 200 trucks

Security Guard on site from 6pm to 6am

£10 for parking only • £15 w ith a meal voucher

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J44 M6, 500 YDS FROM MOTORWAY

WARM FRIENDLY WELCOME REAL FRESHLY HOME COOKED MEALS DAILY SPECIALS & DRIVERS DEALS £5 MAINS, £8 FOR 2 COURSES FREE WIFI & LOYALTY CARDS TV WITH LIVE SPORTS

OPENING HOURS FOR FOOD MONDAY - THURSDAY 7AM - 8.30PM FRIDAY 7AM - 3PM • SATURDAY 8AM - 12 NOON

PHONE ORDERS 0750 706 1243 FUEL OFFERED - KEYFUELS & UK FUELS PARKING FOR 25 LGV’S DRIVERS LOUNGE WITH FREEVIEW SHOWER FACILITIES

SCOTLAND & THE NORTH

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NORTH & THE MIDLANDS

Food SUNDAY in Compass Bar & Rest • Free Drink Refills • Bunkered Diesel 24/7 • Secure Parking • Toilets/Showers

• Good home cooked meals • Famous for our Salads • All day breakfasts • Take-Away

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A151 Colsterworth NG33 5JN

WELL KNOWN FOR THE FRESH HOME COOKED FOOD & GREAT ATMOSPHERE

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A1 TRUCKSTOP DINER

INCORPORATING

Use your fuel card at any of the sites below below

for HGV parking, washing and recovery

SAMANTHA’S BAR & DINER

CCTV • PAYZONE Sat & Sun Parking £5 Sat & Free Can OfSun LagerParking With Sat & Sun Parking £5 £5 Friday Overnight Parking. OPEN...

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THE CAFÉ

Single National Account Package

2 DOCKLANDS TRUCKSTOP (GOOLE)

AWARD WINNING FOOD SERVED HERE

BUSINESS

For prices please call Michael on

(CENTRE OF VILLAGE)

01543REST 469183 TRUCKERS CAFE 01543 469183

500 yards from Junction 16 M1

Use your fuel card at any of the sites below 1 below

– Fri 9am - 6pm / Sat 9am – 1pm Mon For prices please call Michael on:

JUNCTION 14 M74

TRUCKERS REST REST CAFE TRUCKERS Truckstop Of The Year 1998CAFE

RED LION TRUCKSTOP

01864 502267 • SAT NAV ML12 6TP

7 Park & Dine Truck-stop

Crawford Arms Hotel & Truckstop DEFINITELY OPEN FOR

OPEN 6am WEEKDAYS • 4pm WEEKENDS 8 LETTING ROOMS • REASONABLE RATES

OVERNIGHT PARKING • CCTV • HOMEMADE • SKY TV + ESPN • SHOWERS 6 FOOD BAR • POOL TABLE • WI-FI ACCESS

3 SMEATON ROAD, DUNDEE DD2 4UT

New Larger Site at 200 Sir Harry Lauder Road, Edinburgh EH15 2QA

THE COACH & HORSES

01228 525535

Doncaster DN6 7AZ Tel: 01302 723 871

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Situated between junctions 16-17 M74 Lockerbie • DG11 2SL

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LOCKERBIE LORRY PARK

TRUCKSTOP NEWS

ISSUE 303 DECEMBER 2012

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truckstop news

Issue 304 DECEMBER 2012

SNAP Expands Parking Operations

SNAP, the innovative service offering an HGV national parking account, has expanded its operations to include parking in operators’ yards; these are secure sites providing driver facilities which further enhances the choice available to drivers and fleets that have SNAP accounts. Access to the growing number of these private locations is exclusive to SNAP users and, for security reasons, each overnight session has to be booked – this can be done online or over the phone but ensures that the site security staff are expecting a named driver from an identified fleet with a unique vehicle registration number. SNAP’s online portal makes it easy for transport managers to select one of their registered vehicles and match it to the chosen site.

Never standing still, SNAP is just starting to distribute its latest guide to fleet operators; the guide has increased in size from A4 to A3 (folded) and provides more information for the almost 10,000 drivers who use it. The guides highlight the more secure sites with compounds as well as providing phone numbers and post codes to help drivers reach their parking destination. NEW! Window Stickers for a peaceful night With each guide SNAP are providing a window sticker which, they hope, will

Another reason for the necessity of pre-booking is the fact that the site operator can vary the number of spaces available each night; SNAP’s pre-booking system ensures that there are never more trucks booked-in than there are spaces.

This service benefits the transport industry By giving fleet operators the ability to offer their empty spaces for parking, SNAP can save off-route running as well as make money for the yard offering the space, this is yet another efficiency that SNAP can offer fleet operators and drivers. Chris Billing of SNAP believes that, in time, hundreds of fleet operators will offer space to SNAP drivers which, in turn, will provide thousands of extra safe places each night for drivers.

discourage parking attendants from waking drivers; this should ensure that SNAP drivers get an uninterrupted night’s sleep. All sites which accept SNAP are being briefed about the new stickers.

SNAP offers a simple way to manage overnight parking at lots of sites all over the UK, it also provides a way of controlling vehicle washing frequency at over 30 sites.

By reducing admin & off-route running as well as Protecting drivers, loads and vehicles as well as saving providing new ways of controlling costs, SNAP money means that SNAP has seen tremendous growth in helps fleet operators to improve profitability and the past 12 months, the fact that using SNAP need cost efficiency.

Heywood-TruckStop news 100x70 news 100x75 31/10/201 nothing more than theAW_Heywood cash price for parking means-TruckStop it Call SNAP on free 0330 123 9110 to find out how

“Fleet operators have congratulated us on our inventive approach to parking issues” said Chris

becomes a “no-brainer” for most operators

they can help your fleet

HEYWOOD TRUCK STOP @ HEYWOOD DISTRIBUTION PARK J3-M66 Heywood SAT NAV: OL10 2TT

SAFE AND SOUND The most secure truck stop in the north

• Park Mark accredited • Massive 300 truck capacity • 24-hour manned security & CCTV • ANPR access and perimeter fencing • Licensed Café • Free showering facilities

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Quiet and peaceful Get a good night’s sleep Secure Good Value Excellent Food Cash point onsite

Treat yourself, your truck and your load to a stress-free night and awake refreshed at Heywood Distribution Park

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ISSUE 304 DECEMBER 2012

MICHELIN’S X MARKS THE SPOT

i chelin has kicked off its celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the introduction of radial truck tyres, which arrived on the market in 1952. The French manufacturer said the launch of the first Michelin X Radial truck tyre helped to transform the road transport industry, which until then was using cross-ply tyres. The introduction of radials made trucking safer and more efficient – and incited other manufacturers to pursue the same path. In 2011, radial tyres accounted for 100 per cent of the Western

European truck tyre market. Michelin researcher Marius Mignol invented the first Michelin X steel radial tyre for cars in 1946, following it with the launch of the X Radial truck tyre in 1952. The ‘X’ is Michelin’s trademark for its radial tyres, and is making its most recent appearance in the truck market on the X MultiWay 3D tyre, which has just been launched in the UK’s most popular commercial vehicle tyre size – the 295/80R22.5. Sharn Samra, head of Michelin truck marketing for the UK and Republic of Ireland, said: “Michelin’s history has been shaped by innovation and there’s

NEW TIPPER DOES HARD DAY’S WORK

ondon-based aggregate recycling company Day Group has taken delivery of a brand-new Volvo FM11-370 8x4 tipper, one of a number supplied by the MC Group – all of which are fitted with PPG/ Weightlifter bodies. The company, which includes Day Aggregates and CJB Bagging, runs around 115 trucks operating out of 12 depots across the London and South East region. Group transport manager Chris Cooling said Day has built up a first-class working relationship with PPG/Weightlifter. “It understands our needs completely and goes out of its way to ensure we get exactly what we want,” he said. “Coming from an engineering background, Rick Nichols (Weightlifter Group Sales Director) knows his stuff and will always find a solution to any problem or special requirement we may have. “We often choose PPG/ Weightlifter for our tippers and trailers, not only for Rick’s expertise and help, but because we know they are always going to be around whereas too many others have gone to the wall. Its products are excellent and are constructed to

the very highest standards. The company is forward-thinking too, having acquired the necessary ISO accreditation to enable it to fulfil the requirements of Whole Vehicle Type Approval well in advance of the deadline.” Safety features such as side and reversing cameras, side sensors and strobes to the front and rear of the vehicle have also been fitted. These not only allow the vehicle to be clearly seen by pedestrians and other road-users, particularly cyclists, but also give the driver excellent all-round vision. The side camera is activated at 20 mph or below, which enables the driver to spot traffic coming up the nearside. When the left indicator is used, an audible warning makes other road-users and pedestrians aware of the driver’s intentions. The PPG/Weightlifter heavyduty aggregate body features front-end tipping gear and an electric flip sheeting system. The body was built by PPG specifically to suit Chris Cooling’s particular requirements, and incorporates a cab-operated tailgate air-locking bar. Although it is heavy duty, it is still much lighter than a lightweight steel equivalent.

no better example of that than the radial tyre. “Marius Mignol conducted secret research in occupied France during World War II to develop the Michelin X, and all these years later his dedication to innovation continues to run through our technical culture – just look at the €592 million of investment we channel into research and development every year! That is more than any other tyre manufacturer.” A decade after launching the X Radial truck tyre, and as word about the tyre’s benefits was spreading throughout the transport industry,

Michelin ran a series of high-profile field tests across Europe in 1962. For example, Michelin compared the performance of a set of Michelin X Radial truck tyres with conventional cross-ply truck tyres on two trucks undertaking a 435 km journey from Thiviers, in the Dordogne region of France, to Paris. The truck running Michelin’s X Radial truck tyres reduced fuel consumption by 6.7 litres per 100 km compared to the truck running on cross-ply tyres, a saving of 13.8 per cent. Michelin estimates that worldwide, radials now account for 73 per cent of truck tyres.

STAR TURN FOR H&H

hree new 7.5-tonne Atego 818s and a 3.5-tonne Sprinter 313CDI van have just entered service at thermal insulation products firm Hodgson & Hodgson’s branch on the Crown Industrial Estate in Burton-on-Trent. The company provides global manufacturers with a ‘one-stop shop’ solution for any thermal or acoustic advice, service or product. The vehicles were supplied by Derby dealer Mertrux. They are fitted with curtainside bodies by Transport Enterprises of Leicester, and make nationwide deliveries, mainly of thermal insulation components used

in the production of white goods – particularly cookers. The Long high-roofed van, meanwhile, works more locally. Like their predecessors, the latest arrivals are the subject of fiveyear contract hire agreements with Mertrux Group’s in-house finance arm Pentagon Vehicle Rentals – Hodgson & Hodgson extended the contracts on each of its two previous sets of Ategos by a further 12 months. Each of the new trucks is equipped as standard with a Motor Stop Start (MSS) system. This boosts fuel economy and cuts emissions by switching off the 180

bhp engine whenever the vehicle is in neutral and stationary for three seconds – for example, in heavy traffic or at lights – then turning it back on again automatically as soon as the driver depresses the clutch. “We changed to Mercedes-Benz back in 2000 and it’s proved to be a very wise decision,” said Roy Aldred, group purchasing manager at Hodgson & Hodgson. “This is the second time that we’ve moved three 7.5-tonne Ategos out and replaced them with three more. They have never let us down and have always been reliable, fuel-efficient and popular with our drivers.

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Keeping your truck clean is hard work at the best of times. But as winter draws closer and the weather worsens, the task becomes ever harder. However, drivers looking to get the very best finish on their vehicles will certainly want to take a look at Kleers’ rather straightforwardly named The Metal Polish. Having already proven a bit hit with classic and historic car owners, The Metal Polish is now being marketed for trucks and can be used on chrome, stainless steel, aluminium and even soft metals such as copper and brass. Featuring a small grain formulation, making it less abrasive than some other metal polishes, The Metal Polish has a soft paste-like feel and only a small amount is required per application. According to Kleers, the product has gained favour with haulage operators as a way of cleaning ally tanks, ally wheels, chequerplating and exhaust stacks.

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Coleman’s drinks to new Ivecos

ast Sussex-based drinks wholesaler Coleman’s ABC has replaced half of its commercial vehicle fleet with new Ivecos, including two 12-tonne rigids built onto Iveco’s special ‘EL’ low-height chassis and supplied by Hendy Van & Truck. They are joined in the 10-strong fleet by a new Daily 70C17 and two Daily 35C15 vans. The specialist low-height urban distribution vehicles are built on the regular Eurocargo production line, but give an overall height more than 75 mm lower than the standard model, which combined with its ‘one-step’ entry design significantly eases access to the cab and body. To achieve this lower frame height, the side-members are shallower by 45 mm and the frame itself is carried on 17.5 inch, rather than 19.5 inch wheels and tyres. “Whenever we procure new vehicles, we evaluate a range of different models to ensure we are buying the best asset for our specific needs,” said Dan Coleman, sales manager and third-generation in the

family firm. “On this occasion, the Ivecos were up against competitive products from three other marques, but the Eurocargo 120EL22s won hands-down in terms of payload capacity and chassis height. “The 12-tonners can make up to 40 drops a day and payload is critical. The low chassis height is making deliveries easier than ever before – we wish we’d specified this truck as standard in our fleet years ago.” Commenting on the Daily’s performance, Coleman added: “Our delivery routes take us up some steep hills which our previous vehicles had to take in first gear. In contrast, the Dailys are gliding up the same inclines in third. Engine performance is first class – it’s as if the vehicles don’t know when they’re carrying maximum weight.” The two Eurocargos have been mounted with bespoke lightweight aluminium curtainslider bodies manufactured by Solent Bodybuilders. Strong net curtains inside the body ensure the payload is retained securely when opening

and closing the curtains for maximum driver safety. The bodywork is notable for its lack of rear doors and a tail-lift – both key to achieving the maximum legal payload. The Dailys – including both 3.5-tonners – are specified with twin rear wheels to ensure maximum strength and a truck-like driving experience. A class-leading turning circle ensures both Daily models can manoeuvre within narrow urban streets while carrying out deliveries to pubs, clubs, restaurants and shops throughout Kent and Sussex. Coleman’s ABC has been trading for half a century and expects the Eurocargos to remain on its fleet for at least the next five years, and the Dailys for three years. Both models will cover up to 40,000 km a year, with servicing undertaken at Hendy Van & Truck’s dealership in Hastings. They will be on the road six days a week, carrying a full range of soft drinks, alcohol and cellar gas refills for the company’s extensive customer base.

Fuel advice saves pounds at the pumps

olvo Trucks has introduced a Fuel Advice service to help haulage firms reduce their costs by appointing a fuel advisor to assist them with both planning and follow-up of their diesel consumption. The Swedish manufacturer claims the results are long-term, with savings as high as five per cent. Fuel costs represent between 25 and 35 per cent of total haulage firm costs. At the same time, the hauliers’ profit margins are often very small, which means every saving makes an important difference. “To succeed in cutting the haulage firm’s overall fuel consumption, the part played by the drivers is vital. Our driver training courses in eco-driving have proven themselves to be effective, but without professional follow-up the results are often short-term,” said Mikael Lidhage, fuel management director at Volvo Trucks. Volvo Trucks’ Fuel Advice offers a personal fuel advisor, whose aim is to help hauliers cut their fuel costs while at the same time maintaining these improvements in the long-term perspective. The service consists of three modules: Fuel

Coaching, Fuel Management Toolbox and Fuel Management Support. The system requires that the haulage firm also appoints a specialist who is responsible for fuel efficiency and who handles all contacts with Volvo’s advisor. Volvo said the whole point of the service is to improve the quality of all fuel-saving measures. By giving the customer ongoing feedback, these measures become increasingly natural and easy to use. “An engaged and focused customer who has open channels of communication with his drivers, with the company’s own fuel economy specialist and with Volvo’s fuel advisor, can fairly

easily cut fuel consumption by between three and five per cent,” Lidhage said. Fuel Advice complements Volvo Trucks’ existing Fuel Management Service, which is primarily designed for larger haulage firms. “With Fuel Advice, even smaller haulage firms have the chance of benefiting from personal supervision and their own fuel advisor,” Lidhage concluded. Fuel Advice is available with the recently-launched new FH Series. For previous models, equipped with Dynafleet, it will become available as of the start of next year. Initially, the service will only be available in Europe.

Big brands back at CV Show

rganisers of the 2013 Commercial Vehicle Show have announced most of the key players in the truck marketplace will congregate at Britain’s National Exhibition Centre from April 9-11 next year. With the implementation date for Euro 6 set for January 2014, next year’s show will be the only springtime European opportunity for manufacturers to present their latest products and innovations – and it looks as though the show will be providing the perfect backdrop for several important industry launches. DAF will be there with its new Euro 6 XF, Volvo will be making a major splash with its recently launched new FH series, and

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Mercedes-Benz UK will be showing its new ‘urban hero’, the MercedesBenz Citan. It will be five years since Iveco has exhibited at the Commercial Vehicle Show in its own right, but it too will be back showing its flagship Stralis Hi-Way. MAN will also take the opportunity for the first UK showing of its Euro 6 cabs. Following on from the successful launch earlier this year of Isuzu’s innovative telematics system, Mimamori, CV Show 2013 will see the launch of the next stage in the company’s driver and operator management programme, Mimamori 2. For more information on next year’s show, visit www.cvshow.com

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OVERSEAS RECRUITMENT

EXPERIENCED TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED IN CANADA

• Short Haul (HGV1) Crane experience required • Long Haul (HGV1) • Short Haul (Class B) • Road Maintenance (HGV1) Successful Candidates must meet Canadian Immigration Requirements Please contact VRV Global at recruitment@vrv.ca

Recruiting Immigration Relocation

… Recruiting Drivers in the U.K and Ireland for over 7 years

E.D.T.S. Ltd

Position Title: Assistant Lead Driver Arena Show Location:

European continent

Job opening to become a permanent Assistant Lead Driver on a currently running European production. Together with the current Lead Driver, the assistant Lead Driver is responsible for the daily to daily operation of the trucking side of the touring show. Opportunities to become a the first/ Lead Driver. Employer: Koninklijke Saan (Royal Saan) is a Dutch logistics service provider with the head-office near Amsterdam. With their business unit Event Logistics, Royal Saan build a strong partnership with several clients over the last decade. Royal Saan is very well experienced in the lager scaled touring shows around Europe. Requirements: • Verifiable work experience for at least 3 years • Verifiable managerial experience • LGV C+E • Experience with MS Excel and Word • Customer focused, result-oriented, flexible and a team player • Good communicator • Willing to travel abroad for a longer period of time.

OWNER DRIVERS

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Position to start ASAP with attractive salary. Please forward your application with CV to sollicitatie@saan.nl.

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UKI EXPRESS TRANSPORT LIMITED

Tel: 01695 551000 • Fax: 01695 551003 • Web: www.ukiexpress.com • Email: traffic@ukiexpress.com

UK & EUROPEAN HAULIERS REQUIRED

A full backup service including Fuel, Trailer Hire, Ferries, Preferential Payment Terms and continual work 24/7 Excellent Job Rates or Paid per Mile/KM

UKI have regular work throughout the UK & Europe Guaranteed Mileage Rate: Payment for every mile travelled Fuel Cards & Trailers: You pay what we pay on Fuel and Trailers Payments: Weekly payment terms! Weekend Traction work throughout the United Kingdom

ONEWAY OR ROUNDTRIP! LOADED & EMPTY! NO SURCHARGE! ON TIME EVERY TIME! BLUE CHIP SUPERMARKET DELIVERIES!

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OVERSEAS RECRUITMENT

OWNER DRIVERS

For more information on our subbies package, call Paul Hunn 07730 988819 or email container.subbies@wincanton.co.uk

OWNER DRIVERS Subcontractors and Owner Drivers Wanted • Required for container work from Felixstowe, Tilbury and Southampton docks • Weekend work available

SUBCONTRACTORS REQUIRED FRANCE, GERMANY, ITALY, SPAIN & EASTERN EUROPE ROUND TRIPS OR ONE WAY - YOUR CHOICE

• Good weekly earnings and prompt payment

FOR ROUND TRIPS WE PAY PER KM - ALL KM EMPTY OR LOADED FUEL CARDS OR RUNNING MONEY AVAILABLE

Call Steve now on:

FULL TIME YEAR ROUND WORK AVAILABLE

01394 284670

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ROSEWOOD TRUCKING LTD

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL GED ON

01695 555500 EMAIL...ged.fagan@

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B.L.I Commercials Limited

Due to continued growth and the continued success of ongoing contracts we are seeking experienced reliable hauliers/owner drivers to fulfil our full load trailer and container deliveries. Working from the ports of Felixstowe/Ipswich/Harwich and or Killingholme /Immingham you must be fully conversant with unaccompanied trailer and container deliveries. Market related rates of pay are offered with guaranteed weekly payments. We are in a position to offer spot, daily or weekly ongoing work to suit your individual requirements.

Please contact Lee or Darren on 01493 658576 or email lee.staff@blicommercials.com or darren.lodge@blicommercials.com

WANTED!!! REFRIGERATED HAULIERS

a Major European Fridge Operator

Established for over 25 years, are offering fixed contracts for Hauliers We offer... Fast, weekly regular payments • All kilometres paid – loaded or empty All Sea-freight paid All European countries covered • Guaranteed round trip work available with immediate start Contact UK – Tomasz Radejko 00 44 (0) 1322 429711 tomaszr@solstor.co.uk UK - Sarah Gourand 00 44 (0) 1322 429732 sarahg@solstor.co.uk

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OWNER DRIVERs

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RETURN LOADS

CRL

P ORTXPRESS

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RETURN LOADS FOR FRIDGES Please ring David, Yngwie (Ingvay) or Darren on

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TRUCKSTOPS

ORWELL CROSSING LORRY PARK Night Parking £12.50+VAT (8 hrs max) • Day Parking £16.67+VAT (24 hrs max) O Licence Parking £174 per month + VAT

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Floodlit Pallisade Fenced Park with CCTV Night Parking Attendant on duty £12.50 per night including free shower & meal voucher SNAP Facilities for Parkers (M/F) SNAP Parking Here Fleet Accounts on application Stadium Diner 6am - 9.30pm MON-FRI 7am - 2pm SAT

 Parking for over 100 vehicles

 SKY Sports & ESPN

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 ATM & Cash back facilities

 CCTV with Infra-red cameras

 J29 Drivers Loyalty Scheme

 Smartcard diesel bunkering - 24/7

 Licenced bar with 52” TV

 8 high-speed diesel pumps

 Free Wireless Internet

 Manned, 3 brush rollover vehicle wash  Truckers accessories shop  Fleet accounts available  Ladies & gents toilets/showers  Homemade dishes available until late DIESEL, GAS OIL & ADBLUE AVAILABLE ON PUMP

 ATM & Cash back facilities ALL MAJOR FUEL CARDS ACCEPTED FOR FUEL, PARKING & WASHING

accessories shop on site Telephone: 01476 861102

Compass Bar with SKY Sports - Licenced Bar • Carlsberg - Stellar - IPA 5.00pm - 11.00pm Monday to Friday • Late Night Food 9.30pm to 11.00pm Open Sunday All Day

Diesel/Parking 01476 861543 • Café: 01476 860916

Anglia Motel Café, Restaurant & Truck stop A17 Fleet Hargate, Lincs Harold, Sylvia & Family would like to thank all Drivers and Customers for their support over the last 50 years, the family is now hoping to retire from the business and it is now for up for sale or lease either as a complete 15 acre complex or consideration will be given to splitting it into separate units for interested parties. The Business will remain open until and after a sale or lease agreement is reached, we are open 7 days a week 7am to 9pm offering an overnight Truck park @ £16-00 including use of the Shower facility and either a Roast Beef Dinner or Grill in the Café. Further information please Contact Lucy on: 01406 422 766 or contact us through our website: www.angliamotel.co.uk

Tired? Hungry?

See Page 13-16 for ideas on where to head for your next rest stop

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INSURANCE VAN - TRUCK - FLEET

INSURANCE ADVICE

INSURANCE “Quick Quote”

“ONE CALL”

Towergate Insurance has been providing insurance cover for owner-drivers up to the largest fleets for over 30 years.

Q I employ two drivers. I make sure they carry out a daily vehicle check every morning before getting behind the wheel of their trucks. If VOSA were to stop one of our trucks and find mechanical defects such as faulty wheel bearings, under their fixed penalty scheme, could the driver be held responsible for the defect and be fined accordingly? And could the driver end up with endorsements and points on their licence? A

VOSA regards daily vehicle checks as the driver’s responsibility. If the driver finds a defect, it needs to be reported immediately and the truck should not be driven until the defect has been rectified. There’s a wide range of defects that could result in the driver being fined without also incurring an endorsement and licence points. Such defects include things like defective washers and wipers and missing or defective mirrors. But defects relating to the likes of tyres, wheel bearings, the steering mechanism and brakes are likely to result in not just a fine for the driver but endorsement and licence points as well. So needless to say, a rigorous programme of regular maintenance and daily vehicle checks need to be in place, not just to protect you, the operator, but the driver’s themselves and their licences.

With winter approaching, we’ve been giving some thought

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to what would happen if one of our trucks were to have a crash caused by snow or ice during a period of time and in a geographic area that’s subject to a severe weather warning. Might our insurer turn round and reject a claim saying that as we’d disregarded a severe weather warning, we were in breach of the standard policy condition that requires us to take reasonable care to avoid loss or damage?

A The risk of an insurer rejecting a claim in these circumstances is a possibility though the likelihood of that actually happening, particularly if you are insured with a well established and reputable insurer, may be limited to an incident such as you have described being caused by what they can reasonably prove to be a complete and reckless disregard for the safety and well-being of your truck. More importantly still is the risk of a driver being injured – or worse – if required or encouraged to drive in particularly hazardous conditions. If that were to happen, keep in mind that the resulting police investigation could lead to you being prosecuted. Q

We run six trucks. Our motor fleet policy is on a quarterly declaration basis meaning we notify them every quarter of the changes that have taken place as regards the vehicles on our fleet. Might this be a potential problem given our insurer takes responsibility for us complying

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with the requirements relating to the Motor Insurance Database?

do with the damage. How do you feel I should handle this?

A Despite your policy being on a quarterly declaration basis, if your insurer is updating the Motor Insurance Database (MID) on your behalf, it is essential that you make sure they hold up-to-date vehicle details and are notified immediately of any changes. Talk to your insurer or your broker and ask them to tell you what you need to do to ensure that you are complying with the MID requirements.

A If you haven’t done so already, notify your insurer as soon as possible. If you operate under RHA Conditions, you or your insurer should be able to avoid this claim simply by pointing out that the Conditions require damage to be notified in writing within 7 days and a claim to be submitted in writing within 14 days. That requirement exists to avoid just this sort of problem.

Q One of my customers recently notified me of a substantial claim for goods that they say were damaged whilst I was moving the load. I delivered the consignment three months ago and its only now they’ve told me about the alleged damage. I really don’t think I had anything to

PALLETS

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(EASY TURNING)

TEL 01278 444039 TRADE WELCOME

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GOOD CLEAN GRADE A 40X48’s £2.50 GRADE A EURO £3 LIGHTWEIGHT 40X48’s P&B WANTED

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My truck was recently involved in an accident. I sent it to a body shop just down the road but they’ve done a really poor job and worse still are not prepared to re-do the work saying it looks fine. My insurer isn’t interested and say that as I didn’t use the garage they’d recommended, the work isn’t guaranteed and their obligation to me is to simply to settle the repair invoice. Can you offer some advice?

A good start is to threaten the garage with legal action if they are really not prepared to listen. The threat of legal action might be enough to make the garage reconsider their stance. What this issue points to is the benefits of using an insurer’s preferred repairer. By going along with your insurer’s choice of workshop, the repair work is effectively guaranteed. If you’re not happy, you can refuse to accept the vehicle back and you can insist that as your insurer recommended the workshop, they’re responsible for making sure the repair work is completed to the standard one would expect of a competent repairer.

Q I recently ran into a problem with a twenty-three year old driver that was asked to show his documents and proof of insurance

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to the police. At first we thought everything was OK but then the police established that unbeknown to us, our insurance cover restricts cover to drivers aged 25 and over. Our insurance certificates never made this apparent – we feel they should have done. What’s your view on this?

A Age restrictions usually appear in the policy wording or schedule rather than on certificates of insurance so it’s usually only by looking closely at policy documents other than certificates that such restrictions become apparent. Needless to say in your case, this is why it’s so important to look closely at policy documents to ensure that the cover provided matches your needs.

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