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Mercedes-Benz has announced Arocs, a new specialist truck Volvo Trucks has lifted the lid on its for construction work, all-new FH series of heavy trucks, which is set tothe follow has in lifted the lid on its designedVolvo with Trucks driver mind all-new FH series of heavy trucks, onand the heels of the new The Actros premium focusMercedes-Benz on fuel economy. Thea new new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium designed with the driver in mind Actros for long-distance long-haul tractor unit range was the star long-haul tractor unit range was andwhen a focus ontofuel economy.the star Details were scarce we went attraction for some of the North-West’s transport thesome Antos press ahead of and the official launch on attraction for of the North-West’s September 5,Details but the Swedish were scarce when weoperators, went to leading road transport at a for heavy-duty shortleading road transport operators, at a of theNews official on manufacturerpress told ahead Truckstop thelaunch launch event staged by leading September 5, but the Swedish new FHs will be available in both Euro radius distribution. launch event staged by leading manufacturer told Truckstop News the

Truckstop News went to press, the Artist’s German manufacturer said the design is impression as unusual as the complete truck, which of the new features steel elements on the bumpers, AlsoArocs of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving – Merc a robust radiator guard and optically position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is promises integrated folding new aided bytrucks an increase in the cabʼsconstruction-specifi usable window areac and an Also benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving entry step. will beoftough innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is New for the Arocs are the product Stalks and arranged in priority so area the most aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window and an groups Loader and Grounder. The important ones are now closest to the driver, and the innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. steering wheel now has a neck tilt function – another Arocsare Loader hasinbeen fullysooptimised Stalks and controls arranged priority the most world-first in theto truck reduce its kerb weight, important ones are nowworld. closest to the driver,and and the Safety is high on agenda, Anthe all-new cab steering wheel now hasthe a neck tiltsaid function – another Mercedes-Benz result provides structure more upright4x2 A-pillars, which world-firstfeatures inpayload-optimised the truck world. tractor units 3 isan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m ofAninterior which are among the lightest vehicles structure upright A-pillars, which 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means features an extra more incab thean construction sector – as well as 3 of interior give the additional m space. storage capacity, as well as 1greater comfort on 5 and 6 form, and pack a dealer vast amount Enza. 8x4/4 concrete mixers with 32-tonne This means an extra 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of board.“The cab is optimised both for work and dealer Enza. new improvements. FHs will be available in both Euro of upgrades and storage capacity, as well as comfort on rom 2013 onwards, the German maximum permissible weight. leisure time,” Nilsson said. “Agreater better bed, 5 and 6 form, pack a vast amount Leading the charge for and fuel board.“The cab is optimised both work and vehicle manufacturer said all its The Arocs Grounder is for designed of upgrades and improvements. integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, trucks tractor units used for operating under difficult Leading the charge for fuel noise levels among other features, all increase Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the function News, issue 301). integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the invited Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the onand off-road applications in the conditions. According to Mercedes, the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good event gave guests their first chance to put the noise levels among other features, all increase The system, function which works alongside the (Truckstop issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to put the nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means less construction sector will beon known under it is of extremely stable drivers andand resilient vehicle through its paces UKNews, chance pleasant relaxation aare good I-Shift automated transmission, isroads. claimed The system, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces on UK roads. tired and more alert.” New Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longthe name Arocs. idling speed. Maximum tractive power and has been manufactured to be a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers are less to cut consumption by five per cent by I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longProduction of uncompromising thealert.” Volvo FH will start in spring distance transport. From the outset, designers and tired and more The dump trucks, all-wheel drive ranges from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will and robust for2013 the and two steering front axles. Fourthe route the truck storing information about to cut consumption by five per cent by distance transport. From the designers and engineers were determined tooutset, the best possible Europeantoughest market. Production of the Volvo FHon will start in spring 2013 dump trucks, concrete mixers, tractor bethe achieved by the four engine sizes: jobs the construction site. axle versions with one front for andthe three drives along. “The next time theprovide truckthe uses route truck storing information engineers were determined to about provide the best possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and for the European market. the same route, I-See operates the time drives along. “The next the truck uses units and drop-side chassis vehicles will 7.7, 10.7, 12.8 and 15.6 litre. The latter The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma rear axles, a wide range of air-sprung comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity operating economy, as well as a sweeping rangeand of cab the same route, I-See operates theis completely new and comes in the accelerator, gears andthreebrakes to ensure besizes, available asratings two-, and trade fair in April 2013. vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as afoursweeping range of cab engine and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure progress is aswith economical as variants possible,” saidcustomers axle vehicles, 16 output form of thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. progress is asVolvo economical as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, ranging fromClaes 238 bhp to for 625 bhp. Mercedes said the Arocs will also be tandem are examples of the variety of tailor perfectly anyTruck application. Thevehicles current Actros holds the Guinness Nilsson, president, VolvoWorld Truck Record Corporation. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have The engines have been designed setting an example with its drive system. new Arocs versions available straight off Corporation. An fuel additional fiveatper cent saving in new seven per cent cent more frugal for economy 40istonnes butfuel roadThe tests have power will be transmitted toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions engine’s the production line. Anmodel additional five gvw, per saving in fuel use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, shown the new model is seven per cent more frugal use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel standard, and the trucks will be by the PowerShift 3 automated The Arocs has seven cabs available Package. This package encompasses while Euro 6 version shows regulations, a transmission, four per when the specified meet Euro 5 emissions Package. This package encompasses available forultra-clean ordertoas a Euro 6 fitted as a standard. Drive in 14 different versions. As supplements training and monthly assistance – Fuel cent whileimprovement. the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows–aFuel four per training and monthly assistance version programs are available which have been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or Advice –only. and its aim to its cutaim by Theimprovement. 81 guests took turns tofuel head 17-mile Advice – is and is costs toout cut on fuela costs bytest cent The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be 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 asdriving in-line six-cylinder engines with varied range of applications. fitted with spacious 2.5 m variants with ofknowledge how toThe drive for maximum knowledge ofroute to drive for maximum conditions. included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen tohow simulate a variety of typical reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. exhaust-gas turbocharger Thedualdrive configurations offered for Mark aMay level cab floor. fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads. Each ofand the four demonstrator driving conditions. The route included single- and 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 Although release images of intercooler to provide good tractive the Arocs range from the 4x2 two-axle carriageway roads. Each of the four demonstrator which for production ofproduction which for the European of almost 700 miles covered on thethe day. the Arocs were not available as power atprovided little more the engine’s version with rear-wheel drive to 8x8/4, trucks forthan theof event made 10European journeys - a total see our market get under way 2013 in autumn 2013 – and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, market will get under way in autumn – recorded On each trip, thewill mpg figure achieved was

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Truck drivers To head car convoy?

sing wireless technology to link a road train, in which a lead truck controls a convoy of vehicles driving behind it, is now technically feasible. According to Volvo Trucks, the technology was demonstrated at the conclusion of the Safe Road Trains for the Environment (SARTRE) project – in which the Swedish truck-maker was a participant. Although it may take some time for wireless road trains to become a reality, Volvo said the technology brought about through the project could be put to use for other purposes to make the traffic environment considerably safer in the near future. The EU-financed SARTRE project recently presented the results of three years of research and trials. Representatives from the EU Commission and experts in transport technology from Europe, the US and Japan got to see a fully functioning wireless road train in operation at Volvo’s proving ground in Sweden. In the lead was a Volvo FH truck, closely followed by another Volvo truck and three cars. The building of test vehicles, car-tocar communication and sensors for the control of nearby vehicles has been underway for three years. Volvo claimed these technical achievements now make it possible for multiple vehicles in a road train to integrate smoothly with other traffic on public motorways. The entire road train is interconnected through wireless technology, which ensures the trailing cars

Truck drivers could take responsibility for steering trailing cars if SATRE convoy tech becomes a reality

follow exactly in the track of the lead vehicle – as though the train consisted of a single vehicle. The result is the driver in a trailing car can relax, perhaps read a book or

watch TV, while the car drives itself. “The gaps between the vehicles are much smaller than in normal traffic, but it is as safe, or even safer to be part of the road train, since

it is lightning-quick computers and not human beings who respond to even the slightest change in any of the cars in the train,” said Andreas Ekfjorden, project manager for Volvo Trucks’ portion of the SARTRE project. One of Volvo Trucks’ most important roles in the project was to determine exactly what information needs to be transmitted back down the road train to enable the other cars to follow the lead truck.

“All the vehicles in the road train have a roof-mounted antenna so they can receive information from the lead vehicle’s computer system,” Ekfjorden said. “For instance, if the lead truck starts braking, all the other vehicles in the train brake at exactly the same time.” The cars’ fuel consumption drops the most as a result of the reduced air drag in the compact convoy of vehicles, but the lead truck’s fuel consumption is also cut. This will make it profitable for haulage firms to provide lead trucks – vehicles that join the convoy could pay a fee, thus benefiting the truck operator. In addition, the results of the SARTRE project show a truck with a trained driver and comprehensive equipment package contributes to heightened traffic safety that actually benefits other road users. “It’s fantastic that a truck driver can drive from A to B with at least one car trailing behind, while at the same time cutting both fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. And, not least, that he can replace several car drivers and thus boost safety,” said Lennart Pilskog, director public affairs at Volvo Trucks. However, there are still challenges to overcome. Reliability needs to be improved, which must be on a par with that of an aircraft’s autopilot before road trains can emerge as a truly viable transport solution on public roads. Plus, it has to be absolutely clear who is responsible for driving a trailing vehicle, and exactly when that responsibility is transferred.

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veco and FPT Industrial are sponsoring Team De Rooy from the Netherlands at Dakar 2013. Renewing a partnership that led to major successes at the 2012 edition, Iveco and FPT Industrial have supplied Team De Rooy with vehicles, engines and spare parts. The provided vehicles embarked via cargo ship with an estimated 700 race, assistance, organisation and press vehicles from the Port of Le Havre in the north of France. The journey to South America will take 21 days, crossing the Atlantic Ocean and passing through the Panama Canal. Recognised as the world’s premier off-road rally, garnering millions of followers each time, the race sets off on January 5 from Lima, Peru, and ends on January 20 in Santiago, Chile, crossing through Argentina. The Petronas De Rooy Iveco Team will compete at Dakar 2013 with two 4x4 New Trakkers (Evolution 3), two 4x4 New Trakkers (Evolution 2), and one Iveco

Powerstar, a vehicle produced and sold by Iveco in Australia. All the vehicles are equipped with FPT Industrial’s Cursor 13 engines, which generate up to 840 bhp. Rally truck 1, an Iveco Powerstar, sleeper cab version, will be driven by 32-year-old team leader Gerard de Rooy, winner of the Dakar 2012. Rally truck 2, an Iveco New Trakker Evolution 3 day cab version, will be driven by Dutch rally driver Hans Stacey. Rally truck 3, an Iveco New Trakker Evolution 2 day cab version,

will be driven by Italian driver Miki Biasion, a Dakar veteran who has previously competed three times in the race car category and five times in the truck category. Rally truck 4, an Iveco New Trakker Evolution 3 day cab version, will be driven by team-newcomer René Kuipers, a seasoned motorbike and car rally racer from the Netherlands. French driver Jo Adua, a seven-time Dakar competitor, will drive the final rally truck 5, an Iveco New Trakker Evolution 2.

Glasgow haulage firm has been refused permission to operate HGVs after the country’s traffic commissioner, Joan Aitken, disqualified its directors from the industry. Ronald Brady and Patricia Brady lost their repute after a public inquiry heard they had used an operator licence in another company name to operate vehicles for a new business, which is illegal. The traffic commissioner also found their other company, Way Ahead Couriers Ltd, had run without a transport manager - a mandatory requirement - for a decade, operated more vehicles than it was allowed to, failed to produce records to enforcement officers, did not collect data on employees’ driving duty as required and changed operating premises without permission. Additionally, the TC heard how vehicles operated by the business had attracted mechanical prohibitions and

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were found to be overloaded, while drivers had committed offences. Mr and Mrs Brady applied through RJB Transport Ltd for a new licence after the authority held by Way Ahead Couriers Ltd was revoked by the traffic commissioner. However, prior to the revocation they had continued to use discs issued to Way Ahead Couriers Ltd, despite the company having ceased trading three years earlier. Ordering the disqualification of Ronald Brady, Aitken concluded: “I am not prepared to be more lenient to a director who has been so neglectful of his duties and who did not have a proper transport manager in place. There is such a catalogue of failings in this case, it is a bad one, with few redeeming features.” She added: “Traffic commissioners have duties to road safety and the licence undertakings are there to reflect what has to be done to achieve safe operating.”

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emperature-controlled distribution specialist Peter Green Chilled has ordered six more New Actros tractor units from Mercedes-Benz, after the first four ordered proved an all-round success. “We’ve had our first New Actros for a month now and the drivers are really pleased with them, not least because they’re so quiet and smooth,” said transport manager Colin Davis. “These trucks are already matching the fleet average in terms of fuel efficiency which, considering they’re still virtually brand new, is very impressive. Once they start to bed in, the mpg performance is only going to get better.”

Peter Green chilled said new Actros is performing well in terms of fuel

The next batch of New Actros will be delivered, like those already on the road, by City West Commercials of Avonmouth. Once again, all will be 2545 models

with flat-floored BigSpace cabs and 450 bhp engines mated to Mercedes PowerShift 3 automated transmissions. The same dealer also supplied

Peter Green Chilled with five 6x2 tractor units from the established Actros range in July, which is still being offered alongside New Actros. Those trucks, all 460 bhp 2546 variants with flat-floored MegaSpace cabs, were the first to wear threepointed stars that the company has specifically ordered, and were out straight onto continental work. The Actros and New Actros tractor units are the subject of CharterWay contract hire agreements with Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. Most routine maintenance is being undertaken by City West Commercials’ mobile technicians at the operator’s headquarters in Evercreech, near Shepton Mallet.

Sovereign SpinS new partS

overeign Rotating Machines has entered the commercial vehicle parts aftermarket with the launch of a range of rotating electrics, sold under the WPS World Power Systems brand. The range of brand-new starter motors and alternators features more than 1300 references for trucks, agricultural and industrial applications, and covers marques

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such as DAF, Iveco, MAN, Mercedes-Benz, Renault and Volvo. The new units have been manufactured by Sovereign’s company partner, automotive products manufacturer WAIglobal. As part of the manufacturing process (which adheres to TS 16949, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality standards), all starter motors and alternators feature a premium-

grade WBD bearing to provide maximum life and deliver consistent electrical and mechanical performance. Richard Welland, Sovereign Rotating Machines managing director, said: “This is a major launch for the CV market and one that will cement the position of the WPS brand in the UK. CV parts distributors and installers now have

access to a new, premium brand of products, which are manufactured to the highest standards and available at a very competitive price.” All units come complete with a digital test report, supported further by Sovereign’s 24-month national warranty from fitment. A full catalogue with comprehensive cross-referencing is also now available.

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The new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium long-haul tractor unit range was the star attraction for some of the North-West’s leading road transport operators, at a launch event staged by leading dealer Enza.

Held at the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the event gave invited guests their first chance to put the vehicle through its paces on UK roads. New Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longdistance transport. From the outset, designers and engineers were determined to provide the best possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers to tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have shown the new model is seven per cent more frugal when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows a four per cent improvement. The 81 guests took turns to head out on a 17-mile test drive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical driving conditions. The route included single- and dualMark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. carriageway roads. Each of the four demonstrator trucks provided for the event made 10 journeys - a total of almost 700 miles covered on the day. On each trip, the mpg figure achieved was recorded and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, logistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, and 11.8 mpg in the 450 bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also enjoyed ‘hot laps’ of the Oulton Park circuit in two-seater racing cars piloted by professional drivers. PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May of food waste and animal by-products recycling specialist John Pointon & Sons, summed up the feelings of many when he said: “It was a great day, very informative and enjoyable, and superbly organised. The new Actros is brilliant. The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel performance figures are to be believed it will be an unbeatable all-round package. The previous Actros is a very good truck - but this new one is a huge step forward.”

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TS Euromaster’s parent company, Euromaster Group, has expanded operations into a 17th country, Turkey – the number one European market by volume for truck tyres. Euromaster will be represented in Turkey via a franchised network of Michelin dealers, adding 230 centres to its already extensive European network. The company said this is expected to grow to more than 300 centres in Turkey by the end of 2013. The deal increases the number of Euromaster Group outlets across Europe to 2250 centres, of which approximately 790 are franchised outlets. Peter Fairlie, group sales director at ATS Euromaster, said: “It’s unlikely our car or van fleet customers will venture as far as Turkey by road, but a number of heavy truck customers do. This expansion ensures they will continue to have access to the widest possible European network in the event of a tyre-related breakdown.” Euromaster Group now provides service to customers in Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK. In the UK, ATS Euromaster operates exclusively via a wholly-owned network of more than 350 centres, supported by a select number of network partnership agreements with independent dealers in towns where there is currently no ATS Euromaster presence.

he Co-operative Group has become one of the first customers for a dramatically styled aerodynamic truck body launched by Gray & Adams. The Dolphin is so named because its streamlined profile evokes that of the ultra-efficient aquatic mammal often seen in the waters of the Moray Firth, close to Gray & Adams’ Fraserburgh headquarters. Designed to maximise fuelefficiency and thereby cut CO2 emissions, it also features all-new leading-edge cappings that follow the 3D curvature of the roof, and a vortex generator to smooth the airflow around the back of the vehicle. The Co-operative’s two Dolphins were built at Gray & Adams’ Dunfermline production facility and are fitted to 26-tonne Scania chassis with roofmounted, adjustable air deflectors by Hatcher Components. The Carrier Supra 950 refrigeration unit is mounted above the cab roof. And despite the fact that the body’s roofline then tapers towards the rear of the truck, there is still sufficient interior space to accommodate the roll cages used by The Co-operative to transport its frozen and chilled product – in fact, the reduced roof height offers an environmental benefit,

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because energy is not wasted on cooling empty and unrequired loadspace. Both vehicles have entered service at The Co-operative Group’s recently opened, £22-million regional distribution centre in Avonmouth, from where they are being used to supply smaller stores and convenience outlets throughout the South-West. Ken Thompson, logistics service transport fleet manager for The Co-

operative Group, said: “We’re always keen to explore any opportunities to cut costs, especially our fuel bill, while at the same time reducing our carbon footprint and improving our environmental profile. “The new Dolphin represents a very exciting development. These vehicles are certainly turning heads and we will be monitoring their performance in terms of fuel efficiency with great interest over the coming months.”

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essex Water is running its first Mercedes-Benz tractor units after the New Actros came out on top in a comprehensive evaluation exercise that involved drivers and other colleagues from the company’s sludge operations team. Mercedes-Benz dealer Pentagon Commercials won the order for the regional water and sewage treatment business’s 10 tractor units, which work with tank trailers. All are 2545 models with ClassicSpace cabs and fuel-efficient 450 bhp engines mated to Mercedes PowerShift 3 automated transmissions. Wessex Water’s New Actros are now working round the clock, seven days a week, hauling waste from sewage works to larger processing facilities. The company serves an area of 10,000 km2 that includes Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, most of Wiltshire and parts of Gloucestershire and Hampshire. Prior to the arrival of its New Actros, the only truck on the Wessex Water fleet to wear a three-pointed star was an 8x4 Axor 3243K hook-loader, which was supplied by Pentagon last year and is based in Bristol.

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Wessex Water group manager for fleet & plant Martin Crocker said: “When the time came to replace the sludge operations team’s previous tractor units, we decided to trial products by three manufacturers – and to give the drivers a key role in the decision-making process. So we went out on the road with the drivers to make sure we had a complete understanding of the operation, then conducted a series of debrief sessions. “The drivers were initially a bit daunted by the prospect of going from a manual gearbox to the fully automated PowerShift 3 transmission of the New Actros. But once they’d tried it, they were quickly won over – the feedback on the Mercedes’ two-pedal system was overwhelmingly positive, while they also loved just about everything else about the cab too. “And while the New Actros was a firm favourite with the drivers, it was also the most fuel-efficient of the demonstration units we tested.” The new tractors are operating from different locations, but the workshop team at Pentagon’s Poole depot will undertake most of the inspections and maintenance. New Actros picks up the drivers’ vote at Wessex Water

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he Freight Transport Association said it has welcomed the chancellor’s decision to cancel January’s 3p per litre fuel duty increase – but is disappointed he did not go further and abandon all planned rises before the next election and move to reduce fuel duty by 3p a litre. James Hookham, FTA’s managing director, policy & communications said: “This early Christmas present from the chancellor is a good start, but we will not let this issue go. Spiralling fuel costs have a devastating impact on haulage businesses, their customers and ultimately everyone through the price of goods on the shelves, and the campaign for a fairer deal will continue. “January’s rise would have cost a 10 vehicle freight operator around £14,000 - which

could be one employee’s wages. While we are relieved the immediate danger has passed, in order to get the UK back on the road to economic recovery, it is vital we have a cut in fuel duty and a long-term strategy to prevent future rises and uncertainty.” The FTA was quick to point out research commissioned by FairFuel UK from the National Institute for Economic and Social Research (NIESR) has found that a 3p reduction in fuel duty could generate an additional 75 thousand jobs, grow the economy overall by 0.2 per cent at a net cost to the Treasury of £3bn. The FTA said its contention is that taken together, these increases in disposable income for consumers and free cash for businesses would be spent or invested elsewhere in the economy, leading to the re-ignition of economic growth.

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Star Letter ON THE NIGHT SHIFT I refer to the letter from Andrew Jones, published in your December issue. I work as an HGV instructor, and am constantly surprised by the way a lot of drivers simply misunderstand the drivers’ hours and working time regulations. Andrew Jones is correct in stating the 10-hour night rule relates to the total working time in a 24-hour period. Breaks and periods of availability do not count towards this. If a driver starts at 3 am on a Monday morning, any work done in the period to 3 am on the following Tuesday morning counts towards this, even if a driver has taken a daily rest period. This is clearly stated in the guidance issued by VOSA. I have encountered many drivers who, like Karen Bancroft, think this relates to the spread over (length of working day). However, this is clearly incorrect, as you can see in the VOSA guidance. Mark Craig Bournemouth

TOP STOP SPOT For over 32 years now I’ve been using a café on the old A2, near Bean and the Bluewater Shopping Centre, Kent. The café is called Merrychest, and to my knowledge, I’ve never seen this brilliant café mentioned in any magazines. Recently, I learned the family were going to have to close the place down. Is it possible you could include a mention of the place in your magazine? There’s plenty of parking on the old road and the food is excellent – dinners are the best I’ve ever come across. Philip Porter Hertfordshire

PUZZLING PUZZLE I was pleased and surprised to see my email concerning the missing crossword clue reproduced in your last issue. I must ask, though – are you running a ‘spot the mistake’ in your publication? Found your Surrey Towns word search a bit mystifying in issue 305. Unless I have a different atlas to you, the last time I looked, Pentrith, Newhaven, Windermere and Ulverston aren’t in Surrey! Jo Cottage By email

book review Title: Eddie Stobart: The Ultimate Guide to the British Trucking Legends Author: Martin Roach Available from: Virgin Books / Ebury Publishing Web: www.eburypublishing.co.uk ISBN: 9780753540909 Price: £18.99 The history of iconic British road haulage firm Eddie Stobart has been documented in this new release from Virgin Books/ Ebury Publishing. From its humble beginnings over 40 years ago in rural Cumbria, the firm has grown into one of the country’s largest hauliers – and undeniably the most well-known

Rating: ««««« and recognised. According to the book, if you were to place each of Stobart’s trucks end to end, the convoy would be over 20 miles long – which immediately gives a clear indication of the firm’s stature. Eddie Stobart: The Ultimate Guide to the British Trucking Legends has been published to coincide with the fourth Channel Five TV series Eddie Stobart: Trucks and Trailers, which airs this month. It would, therefore, be unwise to expect this book to be the definitive Stobart reference guide - but to be fair, it does a decent enough job as an introduction.

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You’re right, Jo - there was indeed a bit of a cock-up with the wordsearch last issue. The grid was incorrectly reproduced from the previous issue (which had the clue ‘Towns of Cumbria’), instead of the new one being printed. All apologies - hopefully we’ve got it right this issue! -ed.

HEAD TO THE WEB You seem to have changed your web page (www.trukingmag. co.uk), because I can no longer log in. There is nothing on the page that says ‘log in’ or ‘register’, though there used to be on the old site. I used to look at the forums and general interest, so why do you not have these anymore? Barry Caldwell, by email Hi Barry, thanks for your email. As you have noted, we’ve recently launched a redesigned Truckstop News and Trucking website, which was partly a consequence of the newspaper and magazine moving publisher from Future to Kelsey, plus the need to refresh the site and generally make it a bit more dynamic. As yet, we do not have a forum area for the new site, though it is something we may look to include again in the future. However, our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ It’s light tone gives the impression it’s been written for fans of the TV series who are not in the transport business – it includes chapters written from inside the cab to give an impression of life in the driver’s seat of a Stobart truck, plus loads of bite-sized facts and statistics of general interest. However, it also paints a picture of the highs and lows of the firm’s history, plus the entrepreneurial skill and determination of Eddie Stobart and his sons Edward, William and William’s childhood friend, Andrew Tinkler, who have done much to raise the image of road haulage in this country. Rounding out the package, the back of the book offers an alphabetical list of named Stobart trucks on the road in 2012.

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Rating: ««««« tale, animals are attacking humans with ever-increasing ferocity and cunning, and it’s up to biologist Jackson Oz to work out what’s going on and warn the world’s leaders before it’s too late. Strange, but certainly compelling. its own chapter, which include photos of the overall truck, plus several detailed close-ups of intricate parts worthy of special attention. The front of the book offers a brief history of the QL series and its development, which includes information on the numbers manufactured. And after the model-specific chapters, a set of general close-up walkarounds provide more close-up shots of the vehicles from all angles, including the interior. Finally, a separate chapter on colour profiles shows examples of various paint and camouflage schemes that were applied to the vehicles during their service in World War II. For Bedford military vehicle fans, this is a first-class record of the trucks developed for wartime operation. The level of detail gives a fascinating technical perspective on the vehicles, and truck modellers will find its content invaluable.

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STOBART DRIVERS’ CHARITY SINGLE

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ddie Stobart has released its first Christmas music single, with a special rendition of 12 Days of Christmas recorded in aid of Help for Heroes. Performed by Eddie Stobart Truckers, 10 stars of the Channel 5 series Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers, the single was released on December 17 and is available as both a music and video download, priced 79p and £1.29 respectively. Produced at the famous Sarm Studios in London’s Notting Hill, home to one of the world’s bestknown Christmas hit singles, 12 Days of Christmas was recorded over December 1-2. The special parody 12 Days of Christmas features revised lyrics making fun references to the work Eddie Stobart does in delivering Christmas goods to the nation. Lines from the song include ‘Four frozen turkeys’, ‘10 mince pies’ and ‘seven spotters spotting’ – referring to the 25,000 members of the Eddie Stobart Members Club. Stobart said it has always had a close affinity with the armed forces, with over 10 per cent of Eddie Stobart drivers coming from a military background. The Christmas single will help raise some funds for Help for Heroes and support the beneficial work it carries out across the UK. Two of the singers, Matt

Proceeds from the Stobart drivers’ Christmas single will go to Help for Heroes

Ekins and Lee Dowling, served together in Bosnia as part of their service with the Royal Logistics Corp. Help for Heroes co-founder and CEO, Bryn Parry, said: “We are delighted Eddie Stobart is releasing a Christmas single to fundraise for Help for Heroes. Eddie Stobart is an iconic British company and the money it raises will help our iconic British charity, Help for Heroes, provide lifelong support for those who have suffered life-changing injuries or illnesses while serving our country.” Stobart Group’s William Stobart

ermondsey-based waste and recycling company RTS Waste Management has taken delivery of its first Renault Kerax 460.35 6x4 tractor unit through Renault Trucks distributor, MV Trucks. The purchase follows impressive fuel results from the current Renault Premium Landers added: “The drivers have worked on its fleet which, in some cases, hard recording the song and it’s has seen fuel consumption down for a very worthwhile cause that’s by nearly 50 per cent. close to the hearts of many of us The company has added a at Eddie Stobart. Help for Heroes total of nine new Renault trucks does a fantastic job in providing to its 26-strong fleet in the last direct support to individuals and 12 months, with another two on their families, and we really want order, marking a move away from the British public to get behind this Mercedes. single and raise as much money as As well as the Renault Kerax, possible to ensure this important which will be used to haul waste to work continues.” landfill and the incineration tip, RTS The ‘making of’ the single and Waste Management has recently accompanying video featured as added two 6x2 Renault Premium part of Channel 5’s Eddie Stobart’s Lander 380.26 dustcarts and Christmas Cracker, broadcast on twoQR8x2 Renault 1Premium Christmas Eve and Christmas Truckstop Day. news MDC ad (19.11.12).pdf 11/19/2012 Lander 4:51:57 PM

Renaults are proving costeffective on fuel, according to RTS

460.32 roll-on/roll-off rear-steer hookloaders with drawbar. Each of the new Renaults is equipped with the automated Optidriver+ gearbox and undertakes waste removal and recycling for clients in the construction industry across London and the South East. RTS Waste Management director, Mark Redmond, said: “The Renaults are performing much better on fuel than the other trucks on our fleet. Recent fuel figures have shown that by replacing Mercedes with the Renault Premium Landers, we have almost halved our fuel costs on the dustcarts. “We have also been very impressed with Renault Trucks’ Optidriver gearbox, which makes a big difference in reducing driver fatigue – a particular issue when operating in Central London. This has been reflected in reduced insurance claims,” he added.

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erth-based refrigerated transport specialist McLaughlan Transport Ltd has added another DAF XF105 to its 37-strong fleet. The decision was based on the overall cost of buying and running the model, with an initial batch of three having covered 600,000 km and delivered 10 per cent better kilometres per litre than the fleet average. The latest arrival is a 6x2 mid-lift axle FTG model, which will run with a tri-axle Gray & Adams refrigerated trailer taking fresh produce from Scotland around Europe. With journeys that can see it travel as far afield as Greece and the south of Spain, the new DAF is expected to cover around 180,000 km a year. Managing director George McLaughlan said the XF105 meets all their expectations in cost terms. “It’s competitive in terms of its initial price and is proving to be both fuel efficient and reliable, the latter being particularly important when moving fresh produce and working to timed delivery slots.”

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Driver Donald Martinson said he was pleased with the performance of the truck, and with the comfort of the large Space cab, featuring an air-suspended driver’s seat with armrests and seatbelt, powerful auxiliary cab heater and air conditioning. McLaughlan opted for the 460 bhp rating for the 12.9-litre MX engine in its new 105. At 44 tonnes gross weight, it gives a comfortable power-to-weight ratio of 10.45 bhp/tonne; and with a torque output of 2300 Nm between 1000-1410 rpm, move-offs are made easier whatever the load or road conditions. The engine is matched to a 12-speed AS-Tronic automated gearbox. The new truck will be maintained in McLaughlan’s own well-equipped workshop, with support from the supplying dealer, Lothian DAF. CMY

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By this time stepsshould were that would not have happened if proper lighting was their permission for the disclosure of their details, and in particular to have be extensive modest, and hadfor Mr solicitor must employer already well we underway Mr RTrower’s to be examined by an ENT in efficient working order andinsurers, inresulting goodinwho repair, contrary to the injured person’s found The company passed the to their also denied of their real lifeletter experiences of incidents personal re-assessed from time. knowledge of the Healthbe and Safety Regulations that have time to available. surgeon so that a to comprehensive medical report, setting out agreement to disclose the details the insurers we did so injury claims, and the steps taken to make a successful accident 5 of the Workplace (Health, Safety andbeen Welfare) breached, and be able to comprehensively set out details full details of the injuries and their consequences, could be responsibilityRegulation and because weclaim. feltAll Mr Askham had my a reasonable chance CASE STUDY - INJURYAs DUE TO previous NEGLIGENTarticles, OPERATION A FORKLIFT compensation of these clients contacted firm after with the OF common trendTRUCK remains the Areas within a ofworkplace where vehicles areproposals. allowed be as flat when first contacting the employer. this level andWithout invited them to put obtained. forward settlement Once this was available and had beenshould approved by Regulations seeing our1992. details in Truckstop News. awareness the employer’s insurers will almost certainly try and in due course Court proceedings were issued. During In August 2011 weeffect were on contacted by Mrperson’s M Askham of and Sheffield. He told Mr R, a copy was sent to the insurers, together with details of the injured life, although using the of succeeding, The claim was subsequently settled, with Mr Trower this article I that highlight a fairly common where aremained driver as possible andin the clear of obstructions. Roads, gangways and aisles must exploit any perceived deficiencies or weakness case in Failed toInensure the floor of situation the trailer free his very modest financial losses incurred as a direct result of is required to deliver unload a lorrythe or trailer that has been solicitors an effortput to avoid having to payreceiving the injured person their rightful preparing the caseand for a trial company’s us that while working as a HGV driver he waspersonal involved in a work related compensation for his injuries accident. process of law to make injury claims as a meansthe of process of be large enough for FLTs tothepass safely, andofif£3,250, possibletogether pedestrians should from any substance likely cause ourofclient namely employee the sameto slip, packed by someone else - eitherto a fellow compensation. Settlement negotiations then started, with offers and counter with the sum of £25.92 offers for financial issues. He kept the fullit company,the or byclaim an employee an entirely differentAs company forward an offer settle forof£1,568.10. the injuries were accident the previous monthcannot within truly the yard of Palletland St Helens. In Mr R’s not claim, the allegations of breaches of Regulation redress compensate forLtd theintrauma and being put forward by both sides. Within aWhen few weeks the to water, contrary to Regulation 12(3) of the above be kept away from areas where FLTs are in operation. this is not perhaps even based abroad. It is often the case that your own were as follows:was possible to reach acceptable settlement at a total figure amount as the legal costs incurred byan my never going a large awardyouofforcompensation, He was at the yardinconvenience to collect a loadsuffered, of pallets itand stayed hisrequiring cab whilethe a guiltysevere they were employer will be to heldmerit responsible for compensating an can assistin in Regulations. (a) Failed toand take suitablepossible, and sufficient steps to prevent the be warning of £2250, the vast majority of which was should to compensate Mr R there should notices and FLTs be fitted with injury caused by a defective load, no matter who packed it. If you firm in handling the claim were negotiated item within the trailer from falling, contrary to Regulation for his pain and suffering. He kept the full sum recovered, as Failed to ensure that our client’s workplace had 85% what weyouthought claimsuitable was worth. party to provide medical and truck. rehabilitation, Palletland employee started loading the trailertreatment using a forklift Adoptingin this offer represented are about self employed or anof agency driver, also benefit the from the 10(1) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005. audible and visual warning devices. my firm’s costs and the expenses we had incurred in dealing and paid by the insurers separately. same rights lighting, thecontrary employees ofto the Regulation company you are 8 of the and with the claim (eg paying for his medical records and the addition to trailer financial way offull, awards of (b) Failed to take suitable and sufficient steps to prevent our In a case such assufficient this, thereenjoyed wasbyalways the risk that a Judge would his usual procedure, once the wasrelief threeby quarters Mr Askham got contracted to work for. However, it is worth noting that if you were Companies who cut their health andnegotiated safetywith procedures Itcontrary tookto just under 6 months from the time medicalin report) were subsequently the insurers client being struck by the item, Regulation 10(2)corners above Regulations. in to charge of loading the vehicle theat accident may be found to have compensation. Asstraps previously under current law and paid separately. consider Mr Askham have been partly fault and when all his options of the above Regulations. out of his cab to get the webbing and ready stressed, to secure the load.theAbout the initial letter was sent todanger, the company to also not only risk putting people in but might jeopardise their happened entirely due to your negligence, in which case a claim Fortunately, despite the accident circumstances Mr R Caused or permitted the light within the trailer to be or to (c) Failed to ensure that the trailer was loaded in such a way thea fundamental of all accident for compensation probably notthat be successful. were explained to him, he was would concerned the Court might award 5 minutes later theand FLTprocedures driver shouted warning and heaim instinctively put up claims suffered only a relatively agree amount of compensation Mrminor injury, and this was reflected by to prevent unintended movement ofthe the contents, own future. articles the commondefective trend remains or the effect become,Asorwithtoprevious remain broken, out otherwiseas the level of compensation he recovered. His employer’s contrary to Regulation 10(4) of the above Regulations. is to try and return the injured person to the position that he Trower would receive. insurers took a sensible approach to the claim and handled on the injured person’s life, and although using the process of law therepair. offer. He therefore sensibly agreed to accept this sum his hands to cover his head, but was struck in the back by pallets falling from him less than of (d) Failed to ensure the trailer was loaded in a safe manner. to make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly reasonable efficiency, which meant it was possible or she would have in had the accident matter. Hetrauma keptandthe whole amount, the FLT. He suffered an injury to otherwise his back and sidebeen causing significant pain notto bring an end to the Steven Hinchliffe, solicitormatters andwith Principal ofMrHinchliffes compensate for the inconvenience suffered, it canas Palletland’s (e) Exposed our client to a danger or a trap and a foreseeable to reach agreement and for R to be in funds Solicitors in just under six© risk of injury. assist in requiring the guilty party to provide medical treatment happened. months from the date the first letter was sent to his employer. insurers paid my firm’s costs separately. for several weeks and taking around 3 months to heal. Copyright 2013 Hinchliffes Solicitors and rehabilitation, in addition to financial relief byHinchliffe, way of awards solicitor Steven and Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors © Copyright 2012 Hinchliffes 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 Solicitors

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current week and those used by DIGITal Tachos Overview & eligibilitythe driver for the current day and aND DrIver carDs In accordance with section 94 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 the previous 28 days; (“The ERA”), every eligible employee has the right not to be unfairly (ii) the driver card if he holds dismissed. Digital tachographs have been Unfair dismissal is a statutory claim that can only be brought by one, and with us for several years now, yet an employee (as opposed to a third party or contractor) within (iii) any record and there are still areas of their(less useone day) from the datemanual three months of dismissal, and is printout made during the current intended to provide a fair remedy where an employer has acted over which there is confusion. I unfairly or unreasonably. day and the previous 28 days. was asked recently if I could run

Vocational licence holders5.2should beware Some examples include the replacement by a better qualified using mobile phones while driving employee (Priddle –v- Dibble [1978] 1 ALL Unfair Dismissal

information, head to www.marshallglover.com or call on 0844 801 1422. One of the offences some drivers have committed is using a mobile phone while driving. The legislation defines this offence as follows:

following: sending or receiving oral or written messages; sending or receiving facsimile documents; sending or receiving still or

Parliament has recognised the inherent dangers caused by drivers of motor vehicles when using mobile telephones while driving and brought forward specific legislation. There has been an unacceptable increase in the number of vocational licence holders using mobile telephones without a hands free device while driving large goods and passenger carrying vehicles. This practice is unacceptable and presents an undue risk to road safety. Studies have indicated that even the use of hands-free devices can distract a driver to the extent that they may be prevented from applying the requisite care and attention. A report for an offence received from an enforcement agency that a vocational driver has used their mobile telephone while driving without a hands free device in the last three years will result in that driver being called to a hearing before the traffic commissioner. Each case will be decided on its own facts and merits and the presiding traffic commissioner will be keen to ascertain the reason the driver is engaged in the telephone call. In cases where drivers are speaking with their employers or their customers, the traffic commissioner may consider the effect this might have upon the operator’s repute”. So you are likely to be called to a hearing in order to show cause why an order should not be made. The guidelines which a traffic commissioner will be considering are to suspend vocational entitlement for 14 days, 21 days if driving a commercial vehicle, to commence with immediate effect. For a second and/or subsequent offence to multiply accordingly, for example, second offence in a commercial vehicle 2 x 21 days.

ER 1058), and dismissal because of a

No person isat to drive a motor vehicle on a road if he is using a moving images; and providing access to the internet. available for downloading by their the roadside, the a tachograph are manually 2.2print-outs The capability must to device thethen work that the from employee clash mobile of personalities hand-held mobile telephone orrelate a hand-held of a specified If you’re caught using a hand-held phone or similar between employees kind. No person is to(s.98(2) cause or permit any other person to drive a device while driving, you can expect to get anrecord, automatic fixedusing was sanction employed tomay do ERA); (Gorfin –vDistressed Gentlefolk’s Aid employer, as well being able to be a fixed penalty or entered onto the card motor vehicle on a road while that other person is using a handpenalty notice. This means you’ll get three penalty points on your or a hand-held device of a specified kind. No mobile telephone 2.3 A held dismissal will relate to an employees qualifications if itand have to Association driving licence pay a fine of £60. However, yourIRLR case [1973] 290). be produced at the roadside, as prosecution. the entry on the person is to supervise a holder of a provisional licence if the you mayfacility also face disqualification may gomanual to court. If it does, relates toperson anysupervising “degree, diploma ormobile other academic, technical or is using a hand-held telephone or a from driving on top of a maximum fine of £1000. There usedIf you to were be provision for retirement to be a permitted fair hand-held device of a specified kind at a time provisional already mentioned. But driving a vehicle with tachograph. driving a PCV or heavy goods vehicle, you could face a professional qualification” relevant towhen theatheemployees position licence holder is driving a motor vehicle on a road. maximum fine of £2500. reason for dismissal under the ERA, however this was removed (s.98(3)(b) ERA). Also if the matter were considered of a serious nature you Drivers must Digital tachographs will default digital tachograph requires the as ensure of April 6,the 2011 and is only relevant if the person has already could face prosecution for other road transport related offences, Exemptionswas frommade prosecution are few(ERA s.139(1)) 3. The employee redundant and which carryone more serious been dismissed for retirement the old law. issentences. working properly and under to recording ‘other work’ for driver driver to take certain steps to if, at the tachograph A person does not contravene any of these provisions of the following circumstances is relevant: Repercussions are hard-hitting time of the alleged contravention: they are using the telephone or the daily working period theFairness mode 1 and ‘availability’ for driver 2 when full compliance. other device to call the fire, ambulance or other emergency 3.1ensure The employer is police, ceasing (orWhen intending to) to carry on the Procedural However, if you are the holder of a vocational licence the service; they are acting in response to a genuine emergency; and it implications ofis a mobile phonecorrectly offence do not end there. You are which employee employed business the purposeforequipped of used to record the vehicle and drivers must driving aor impracticable vehicle with ato wasbutton Once the employer has shown dismissal wasstops, for a permitted is for unsafe them to ceasethe driving in order likely to be called to vocational driver conduct hearing in front of make the call (or, in relation to the supervision of a provisional Following a change of the rules on April 6, 2012, any employee (business closure); a traffic commissioner. The reason, senior traffic commissioner has then must consider whether in the theavailability, tribunal licencetachograph, holder, for the provisionaldrivers licence holder should to cease driving other work, periods of use the mode switch correctly to digital through some who of those issuestheir canemployment on or after this date is required issued a document entitled ‘Statutory Document No 6 Vocational commenced made). the call was being while 3.2 The employer is ceasing (or intending to) to carry on that (including the administrative resources and size of Driver Conduct, which givescircumstances a detailed view of vocational driver Under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations, a and rest and breaks. Reasonable ensure rest and break periods Annex I relates to can analogue ensure the instrument is calibrated; to have years’ continuous employment before they bring a conduct. Here I have reproduced the paragraph on the use of business in the place where the employee was so employed cause frustration. Thetwo European mobile telephone or other device is to be treated as hand-held if it the employer), the employer acted reasonably or unreasonably in are mobile phones “A specific starting point is provided in respect of is, or must be, held at some point during the course of making or claim for unfair dismissal. For recording those employees who began (workplace closure); steps must betreating taken totelephones protect recorded equipment. In work other make sure their driver the use of hand held devices such as mobile that reason asthe sufficient to dismisscorrectly. the employee (s.98(4) receiving a call or performing any othercard interactiveis communication Regulations governing drivers’ because this offence in recent years. before this date, only one year’s continuous employment is needed. function. communication function’ includes the out work 3.3 There isAna‘interactive reduced requirement to carry of ofathe prevalence ofERA). card from dirt and damage. Ifpurposes a digicard is lost,current stolen or words, the Regulations state if you particular inserted intoNothe correct slot from hours and record keepings kind, or to carry out in work of a particular kind where the and information Disclaimer: information this column shall be construed as legal advice is offered for general based on the law Any relevant Code (eg, information the ACAS Code only of Practice on whento the article was first written. You should always from an appropriately qualified on any specific legal Drivers must use onlyand their ownsolicitor damaged (or enquiry. malfunctioning), a are driving a vehicle fitted with an employee the moment they take over the was employed work (reduced requirement for seek advice (561/2006) at Article 26 stated it Disciplinary Grievance Procedures) should be considered by The five permitted reasons personalised driver card Atofailure record driver may drive analogue tachograph, you must employees). vehicle, and that it is ready for use, the tribunal. to follow the Code, insofar as without it applies,the card amended the regulations governing For an employer to defend a claim for unfair dismissal, they must employment would contravene 4. The employee’s continued givesactivities tribunals athey discretionary for power to increase or the driving any and other a maximum ofdecrease 15 calendar be able to produce your driver before the vehicle moves; record be able to show the only or principle reason for the dismissal was the use of tachographs (3821/85), duty or restriction imposed by any enactment (ERA s.98(2)(d)) unfair dismissal award by up to 25 per cent if they consider the one of five permitted reasons card under ifthe ERA: undertake. Any use of someone days (or longer if this is necessary you hold one – regardless of the country in which they begin which are the Regulations relating e.g.: employer’s/employee’s failure unreasonable. 1. The actions of the employee amountedyou to misconduct (ERA 4.1and Theend employee dismissed because continued else’s card is an offence and may for the vehicle to be returned to whether have used it. their was daily work period. to recording equipment on road s.98(2)(b)): Remedies available its premises) provided the driver employment would breach immigration rules; amount to an offence of falsification This is made law in Great Britain This must always be carried out at transport. Some 1.1 of the Regulations This can either be a single act of serious misconduct, or a If the tribunal finds in favour of the employee, it can order one of 4.2 The employee was dismissed because they had lost their series of acts are less serious; to imprisonment. produces two printouts – one at under Section 97 of the Transport driving thelicence, time of startwas or aend of the of thewhich the following: andthe driving requirement job. could lead which were amended werethat ones 1.2 Misconduct has been held include:So violence - the employee with noand loss another If engaged 1. onReinstatement a double-manning thereturns start to oftheir the job journey, Actto1968. whatatiswork; likelytheft to period, even if the card is not to be relating to the requirements or dishonesty; unauthorised absence from work; disclosure of 5. The dismissal was for “some other substantial reason” (ERA of money or security operation, then at the end. Both printouts must be withdrawn or inserted (for example, or multi-manning for production confidential of records. The information etc. happen if you fall foul of this? If the s.98(1)(b)): 2. Engagement - the employee gets another job with the same thedismissal drivers must make sure their marked with the driver’s name or enforcement is beingtoundertaken card is left intoovernight). establish a reason for the 5.1if Itthe is only necessary employer law now states2.that: Where The employeethe lacked the capability or qualifications do their which isDrivers of a kind must which could justify the dismissal ofdriver the card is placed 3. Compensation - the combination of card a basic (a formula job (ERA s.98(2)(a)): in the correct driver oraward licence number, so by a VOSA officer, then in these carry sufficient driver drives a vehicle fitted with 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 2.1 Capability should be assessed with regards to an employee’s slot (slot 1 when they are acting as the driver can be identified and any circumstances the VOSA sanctions supplies of type-approved print roll recording equipment in conformity actually justify the dismissal (Willow Oak Developments Limited compensatory award to compensate the employee for the “skill, aptitude, health or any other physical or mental quality” –vSilverwood [2006] IRLR 607); driver, and slot 2 when co-driver on manual entries needed to show policy states that if a driver uses on board the vehicle so a printout financial loss he has suffered as a result of the dismissal. with Annex I, the driver must (s.98(3)(a) ERA); be a double-manned journey), when periods of other work, availability, a vehicle when the driver has can be produced if requested; and able to produce,Disclaimer: whenever an 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 they take over driving. and rest or break; and finally must failed to produce tachograph ensure all duties conducted since inspecting officer so requests: when the article was first written. You should always seek advice from an appropriately qualified solicitor on any specific legal enquiry. Digicards must be made be signed by the driver. record sheets, driver card or the driver card was last removed (i) the record sheets for the

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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TRANSAID GETS ROYAL APPROVAL ROADS TO RUIN

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er Royal Highness The Princess Royal, patron of road transport and logistics industry charity Transaid, has commended the organisation for increasing the number and scope of its projects in Africa which has resulted in more people benefitting than ever before. In a speech at Transaid’s annual showcase in Canary Wharf on November 28, guests heard how Transaid has grown its reach over the last year from 11 projects to 17, with its teams now working in nine countries: Ethiopia, Ghana, Madagascar, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Addressing the 70-strong audience of transport industry executives, hosted by Barclays Corporate, The Princess Royal said: “There is real value in what Transaid does and the ability to grow the impact of the charity’s work is increasing all the time. Transaid has the expertise to make a real difference to many people’s lives in Africa and the continuing support of the industry is crucial to this cause.” Transaid chief executive Gary Forster said: “We are a small, but ambitious charity determined to make a significant difference in the developing world. “We are very grateful to The Princess Royal for her continued patronage, and to all of our

HRH The Princess Royal commended Transaid’s work in improving transport in Africa

supporters – both individuals and organisations – who are committed to helping us achieve our goal of saving and improving thousands of lives in Africa.” Forster reported that during 2012/13, Transaid’s revenue is forecasted to exceed £1 million for the first time in the charity’s history – with the increased funding being key to extending its reach yet further. He added: “Next year marks our

15th anniversary and we plan to continue this development apace. As the charity moves forward we also hope to make our transport and logistics expertise available to other organisations working in Africa, so even more communities can benefit from the solutions we can implement.” Transaid is planning a series of fundraising events to mark its milestone anniversary, including a mix of hiking and cycling events to be held in the UK, Europe and Africa. Full details will be announced later this month.

new survey conducted by road safety and breakdown cover company GEM Motoring Assist revealed just how unhappy Britain’s drivers are with road conditions in the UK. GEM’s latest poll revealed 87 per cent of UK drivers agree that not enough maintenance work or regular inspections are carried out across the country’s roads. What’s more, a mere one per cent of respondents described current road markings as ‘excellent’, and three per cent as ‘very good’, with the majority describing UK road surfaces as ‘poor’. Furthermore, a huge 86 per cent have noticed a greater number of potholes appearing in the last 12 months. More than half blamed the floods earlier in the year for causing road conditions and markings to deteriorate; yet despite the problems, only 19 per cent of drivers said they would happily see a small increase in Vehicle Excise Duty for pothole repair work. David Williams MBE, CEO of GEM Motoring Assist, said: “We know the weather at this time of year really has an effect on our roads, particularly as ice and frost are destructive to road surfaces and can also worsen existing damage. Yet it is up to the government to ensure surface and markings maintenance work is regular to help manage these problems and stop them from getting worse.”

When it comes to white line road markings, more than 76 per cent of drivers said they know of lines that need repainting. Yet, more promisingly, 63 per cent said they are aware of white lines that have been repainted in the last six months. This follows the Road Safety Markings Association’s recent survey, which further highlights the urgent need for improved road markings on motorways and dual carriageways. Vast majority of UK drivers are dissatisfied with the state of British roads

“There is much damning evidence showing the state of our roads is being neglected by the government,” Williams added. “Not only are motorists unhappy with the current conditions, but road safety is seriously compromised when road markings and surfaces are below standard. It is something the government should be addressing well before the UK’s drivers should have to start complaining.” GEM’s poll also revealed 53 per cent of motorists who have driven abroad believe road markings and road conditions are better in other European countries than in the UK.

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GIST RENAMES DUTCH BRANDS FIRM OWNER’S HGV LICENCE SUSPENDED 10 • TRUCKSTOP NEWS • ISSUE 299 • JULYSKIP 2012

K supply chain Tottenham skip operator end-to-end supply chains carried out by a limited company. operator Gist is was suspended from using for fresh produce, flowers Mr Wise the person was an entirely rebranding its his vehicles for 48 hours and plants. The business different legal entity from Wise Skip Dutch supply after a public inquiry into specialises in managing timeHire Ltd. In effect, the limited company chain brands Van Dongen, his conduct as a driver. and temperature-sensitive had been operating without a licence. Soonius and Peeman The order, from the region’s traffic products. Mr Denton revoked the sole trader Transport to consolidate its commissioner Nicholas Denton, came Martin Gwynn, chief licence with effect from December 31. special brand as a single entity, in after the firm’s owner was convicted ofRTITB ran executive, Gist, said: “The The a inquiry wascompetition called after Wise the course two days of the place of the separate brand driving while disqualified and using a overapplied move to one Gist brand is for hisof vocational driving names it currently promotes. vehicle without insurance. an exciting change; it will licence – allowing him to drive Truckfest Peterborough show inHGVs In a statement, Gist said its Andrew Wise appeared before reinforce to our customers – to be restored. His disqualification, conjunction with its Master Driver decision to move to one brand and the industry as a whole the industry regulator at a hearing in imposed for driving while already CPC Consortium across Europe is intended to Eastbourne, and was told he would the value and expertise we disqualified for members, six months under the whereby lucky drivers reduce confusion over the not be able to use either of his vehicles offer throughout the supply ‘tottingfour up’ procedure, had could ended on many existing sub-brands and on November 24 and 25. chain. Although business in August 9. win 35 hours of Driver CPC to promote its larger, valueThe licence holder, who is now each area will continue as At the hearing, Mr Denton periodic training. adding supply chain expertise. usual, and we anticipate this operating as Wise Skip Hire Ltd, was considered whether to grant Wise a With the September 2014 Driver CPC Gist provides supply chain also told he could not continue to holddeadline move will deliver further value licence to drive professionally again, fast approaching, this was a prize operations for major retailers an operator’s licence as a sole trader ifcoveted our existing future andbyifall the conviction should affect his who entered, not only saving The fourfor winners of RTITBand training flank Ice Road Truckers star, Lisa Kelly. a great deal money,holder. but also ensuring as well as managing global in practice the operations were being them repute customers.” as aoflicence

After hearing evidence from Wise, of Hallett Road, Little Dunmow, he determined his existing operator’s licence would be suspended for two days and his LGV driving licence restored, but issued a warning to him in respect of his conduct. the training they received was with a Mr Denton took into account that reputable organisation. Wise had been subject an extra Lucky drivers would get thetochance to win their 35 hours of periodic training his withLGV one of three-month period without thedriving following Master Driver Consortium licence after hisCPC disqualifi cation members: DLT Training Ltd, Transport & expired, while he waited for the Training Services Ltd, Gist Limited, the RTITB conduct hearing. Academy. Turning to anwinners application made out for Draws to identify were carried star Lisa twice day by Ice licence Road Truckerís an aoperator’s in the name of the Kelly at thecompany, RTITB marquee. limited the regulator granted The lucky of 35 hours of periodic Wise Skipwinners Hire Ltd a temporary training are: Dave Smith, from Norfolk, licence to allowfrom theStaffordshire, submission Leslie of Andrew Jennings, the necessary paperwork for thefrom full Baker, from Kent, and Michael Currie, licence to his office. Essex.

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ISSUE 306 FEBRUARY 2013

SURVEY REVEALS YOUNG DRIVER SHORTAGE

river agency ADR Network has found evidence of a serious shortage of younger drivers entering the road transport industry, based on what the firm claims to be the largest report on agency driving ever undertaken. The survey was based on the views of 1000 drivers drawn from across the operating sites of the business. The research was completed in the summer of 2012, with analysis and report writing launched soon after. The firm said the research was undertaken to provide an understanding of the dynamics within the agency driver market place, from the perception of those who work within it. As expected, the age profile of the drivers showed 87 per cent of the workforce were in the 36-60 age group, with only eight per cent of drivers younger than 36. This age profile is seen as being broadly representative of the sector, which suggests a serious shortage of younger people entering the profession. However, the firm said it does acknowledge older drivers are often attracted to agency work because of the flexibility it can provide. But this need for flexibility need not necessarily mean shorter working weeks, as the clear majority of drivers in the survey are keen to work four or more days per week. When agency drivers were asked if they were in favour of the recent Agency

Worker Regulations, a surprising 70 per cent said they did not see any benefit in the regulations. The issue of driver supervision was also explored, with the majority feeling that in their day to day duties, drivers were largely unsupervised, suggesting the professional nature of driving is perhaps underestimated by others. On the topic of CPC training, at the time of the survey the majority of respondents had not started their training. Typical reasons cited were cost and older drivers planning to retire in the near future. Commenting on the survey, ADR Network MD Andrew Waldron said: “We wanted to understand more about the world of agency driving from the perspective of the drivers themselves. “For me, there are two issues here that are probably linked. Firstly, that the role of drivers is perhaps underestimated in terms of just how much responsibility drivers have; and secondly, that we are just not attracting enough young people into the profession. As an industry, there is still much to be done to attract younger people into driving. All the agencies need to unite in this. “We also need support from the government and Schools when it comes to conveying the benefits of driving as a profession,” Waldron added. “It seems crazy that we have a pool of unemployed youngsters, yet a shortage of people coming into the profession.”

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ADR Network said its new survey is the largest agency driver poll ever conducted

BETTER BY REMOTE?

Volvo’s Work Remote aims to streamline the loading and unloading process

olvo Trucks has developed Work Remote - a wireless remote control device that streamlines the load-handling process to speed up the time it takes to load and unload a vehicle, and improve driver safety. Volvo said the gains are lower costs for haulage firms and a better working environment for drivers. “For a haulage firm, it is important to have high productivity, which is all about transporting freight from point A to point B in the safest and most efficient way possible,” said Christer Pehrson, business manager, long haul at Volvo Trucks. One area of the transport sector where efficiency can be improved is loading. To check the weight of the cargo is properly distributed, the driver currently has to climb up into the cab several times during the loading process to check the load indicator in the instrument panel. Other load-related functions, such as raising or lowering the truck, are also currently performed from inside the cab. All this takes a lot of time, can be very tiring and represents a risk of driver

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pecialist commercial vehicle insurance Michael Rea, CEO Towergate Retail company Towergate has announced Division, said: “We’re delighted to be it has entered into a three-year working alongside a fantastic brand such agreement with RAC to provide as RAC. This is an excellent fit between two A young woman between two brand-new commercial motor and smallwalks businessa slackline companies with a reputation for delivering products under the RAC brand. great products and customer service. It also Volvo FH trucks driving at full speed – not even in Hollywood The agreement commenced on November reinforces our position as one of the leading 21, 2012this and covers range of commercial providers of commercial and SME has stunt aever been attempted. Now the filmmotor about the motor products, from single trucks through insurance in the UK. Together with RAC, we is a massive success on YouTube and within nine days, tostunt large commercial fleets. It will also can offer business customers access to a include SME products all types of small range of qualityit. products to suit their needs.” more than 3.8formillion people have seen businesses. The products will be available David Aldridge, business services director online via RAC or over the telephone. at RAC, said: “We are delighted to partner Towergate said the partnership presents with Towergate. As organisations, we share a significant business opportunity for both many of the same values, including a clear companies. RAC, which is entering the focus on developing the right products to commercial motor and SME space, already meet customer needs, providing choice to has a customer base of two million private serve individual requirements, and delivering members and five million corporate members. high-quality service all of the time. Towergate Insurance is a leading provider “We are looking forward to a long-standing of insurance to the SME market, and it is also relationship which we hope will deliver our one of the largest providers of commercial members a range of products and services motor insurance, working with many SME which meet their needs, and that deliver businesses and larger operators including the the same level of service they currently Freight Transport Association (FTA). experience from our breakdown service.”

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injury since they can trip or fall. Volvo’s new Work Remote is a wireless remote control unit that brings together all the functions the driver requires while loading or unloading. With the Work Remote, Volvo reckons it is possible to control everything from raising and lowering of the truck’s air suspension system, to kneeling the vehicle, activating the power take-off, regulating engine revs, switching off the engine and locking the truck. Extra controls fitted in the instrument panel via a Volvo Trucks accessory module can also be linked to the remote control, such as controls for a crane or pumps. “With the remote control, the driver can immediately see the indicated load weight and its distribution across the axles of both the truck and trailer. In other words, the driver has all the necessary information in his or her pocket, instead of having to run back and forth,” Pehrson said. Work Remote will be launched together with the new Volvo FH series and will be available on the market in 2013.

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Caged tipper Collaboration

Krone trailers Currie’s favour

trathaven-based Asset Alliance Ltd (AAL) has secured a £1million plus deal involving one of Scotland’s leading haulage firms, Currie European Transport, and German trailer manufacturer Krone. The contract will see Asset Alliance supplying 50 new Krone 4 m tri-axle curtainsiders built specially to suit Currie European’s operation and meet with European Code XL regulations. The deal was put together by John McLaughlin, head of leasing for AAL, after detailed negotiations with Currie European MD, Stephen Turner. Commenting on the deal,

McLaughlin said: “We had originally considered investing in a supply of refurbished trailers for Currie European, but after talking with Stephen Turner it was clear there were concerns about future Code XL implications. “So AAL looked at how we could meet the company’s requirements and provide simplistic flexibility to their operation with the replacements. “We then discussed various supply options, with Currie European finally opting for the Krone product. AAL then arranged a consultative meeting with the company, ourselves and Krone to conclude the order, which has turned out to

have been a well-engineered piece of business for all concerned. As a bonus, Currie European also benefits from strong trade-in values supported by AAL and Krone, which helped to seal the deal.” Under the terms of the contract, the first trailer was delivered in midDecember 2012. Stephen Turner, Currie European MD, said: “We are delighted John has continued his support to Currie European by providing the required funding to enable us to place a substantial trailer order with Krone. Asset Alliance Ltd delivered a thoroughly professional service and were involved at each stage of this process, which assisted immensely.”

volvo campaIgn bags top awards

represented a new way for us to communicate, generating fantastic publicity and helping us to reach a much wider audience.”

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olvo Trucks has received two top gongs in the prestigious Epica 2012 International Creative Awards for the launch of the new Volvo FH. The Gold awards were received in two categories: Automotive & Accessories, with the Ballerina Stunt which created a YouTube viral film success seen by in excess of 6.5m people worldwide; and Automotive Interactive for the launch site on eBay. “It feels great to be recognised for our campaigns,” said Per Nilsson, director public relations, Volvo Trucks. “The Ballerina Stunt and the eBay auction were just two elements in the launch that

Volvo’s ‘Ballerina’ stunt involved a woman tightrope walking between two New FHs while the vehicles sped down a closed-off motorway

services, including waste and scrap collection and construction,” said Steve Bryant, brand manager, Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles. “It offers customers the flexibility to easily load and carry different payloads, while the cage provides excellent space and security.” The cage is available from £1560 (plus VAT) and the tail-lift is available from £2480 (plus VAT). Prices for specific custom builds are available from VFS on request.

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auxhall has partnered with commercial vehicle conversion specialist VFS to produce a new Movano Caged Tipper. The latest conversions are available as a purpose-designed cage for the existing Movano Tipper core conversion, or a custombuilt VFS caged tipper based on a Movano chassis cab. A utility cab conversion based on the Movano double cab is also available to provide even greater versatility. The cage is 2 m high with a galvanised mesh and rear doors that open to 270 degrees. The vehicle includes a full-height sliding door and a rear header bar with marker lamps for optimum visibility. The assembly is painted in dark grey to match the original tipper body structure, while all handles, latches and door retainers are highlighted in ‘traffic’ yellow. The tail-lift features a folding aluminium platform and the external controls are mounted within a dustproof and waterproof enclosure, while an instrument panel and operation instruction signage are all included. The cage is available on Vauxhall core conversion tippers, or alternatively a custombuilt VFS caged tipper is available on Movano chassis or crew cabs. “The Movano Caged Tipper is the ideal vehicle for a wide range of trades and public

Movano caged tipper is a collaboration between Vauxhall and conversion firm VFS

copIlot truck update goes lIve

LK Technologies has launched an updated European version of CoPilot Truck, a truckspecific satellite navigation app for HGVs. The new version brings the latest truck-specific, turn-by-turn guidance and routing technology to a driver’s iPhone, iPad or Android device. “CoPilot Truck provides a powerful, yet affordable sat nav that professional drivers can trust, running on their choice of smartphone or tablet,” said David Quin, head of consumer applications at ALK Technologies. “Our latest version is the ideal in-cab companion to help professional drivers reduce their fuel costs, prevent wasted mileage and avoid trouble caused by taking inappropriate routes.” Unlike standard in-car navigation apps, CoPilot Truck provides routes based on the size of vehicle being driven and the load being delivered. It automatically takes into account height and weight restrictions, such as low bridges and tunnels, as well as HGV-restricted and prohibited roads. CoPilot’s maps are stored onboard the phone or tablet, not downloaded each trip, providing turn-by-turn guidance throughout Europe without large mobile data roaming charges. Drivers can choose to download the whole of Europe to their device or add and remove countries needed for specific trips. The new version of CoPilot Truck features a completely redesigned user interface with clear nondistracting map displays and intuitive context-sensitive menus; new vehicle

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Truck sat nav software has been updated with new maps and user interface

set-up wizard making it easy for drivers to input precise dimensions of their vehicle and load, and the ability to save the details as a profile for future use; advanced routing options include drag-and-drop route editing and a choice of alternate routes; the latest updated commercial-grade European street maps and truck restrictions from NAVTEQ; enhanced driver alerts including warnings of truck-specific hazards ahead, such as sharp bends and steep inclines – plus much more. Existing owners of the CoPilot Truck app will receive the new version for free through an app update. The new version of CoPilot Truck is available for iPhone, iPad and iPad Mini immediately from iTunes from £149.99, including maps of the whole of Western and Eastern Europe. Android users can buy the software from £99 through Google Play, including maps of on European country or region. An upgrade to European maps is available via inapp purchase.

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EUROLINERS GO THE DISTANCE

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nternational haulage operator Denby Transport said it is so confident in the engineering quality of Euroliners from Schmitz Cargobull that it is planning a lifespan of 15 years for its four new fleet additions. The Lincoln-based company – which will predominantly use the Euroliners to carry general haulage into France and Belgium – said it favours running its trailers for as long as possible, with the right periodic maintenance and refurbishment programme, as it believes this to be more cost-effective. “Much like an aircraft, which can remain in service after more than 25 years, there is no reason why a sound, well-engineered trailer shouldn’t last a whole lifetime on a fleet,” said Peter Denby, managing director of Denby Transport. “It comes down to whether they are mechanically fit; curtains and floors can be replaced when necessary, but a robust chassis is the key to longevity. “I have every reason to believe that the Schmitz trailers will stand the test of time based on the solid spec and good value for money we gain from our existing equipment.” The fabric sliding roof of Schmitz Cargobull Euroliners makes them good

Denby Transport reckons its Euroliner trailers should give 15 years of service

fit for the diverse cargo carried by Denby Transport – such as heavy machinery, which requires loading through the roof. As well as maximised internal load height, the Euroliner’s lightweight design also offers a competitive payload capacity with space for 34 Euro pallets. As well as the standard four loading points, the new Euroliners have been specified with additional safety-conscious modifications including Schmitz Cargobull’s ROTOS running gear – with innovative braking technology and a roll stability program designed to help prevent vehicle roll-overs – and added braking sensors. “Not many other operators can say they are 100 per cent international. Because of our geographical reach, we need to run robust European spec trailers which are backed up by immediate spare parts availability wherever needed. This is where Schmitz excels,” added Denby. The four new trailers join an existing fleet of 125 specialist trailers and 50 Euro 5 tractor units.

RENAULT: TWO HEADS BETTER THAN ONE

ERMIN EARNS NEW PLANT-PULLER

loucester-based Ermin Plant Hire has added a new Mercedes-Benz Axor 6x2 to its fleet, mounted with an Andover Trailers plant body with doublecranked beavertail and fuel-saving foldforward ramps. The striking ‘golden yellow’ rear-steer rigid with front and rear air suspension replaces a 1996 M-registration truck, which also featured an Andover Trailers plant body, and will operate across the company’s six depots. It joins a 28-strong commercial vehicle fleet used to guarantee the fast and efficient delivery of more than 3000 items of plant and tools to customers across an area spanning Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Shropshire, Somerset, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Worcestershire and South Wales. The Axor is being used to deliver the largest items of plant, which range from eight-tonne excavators to telehandlers, forklifts, boom lifts, cherry pickers and dump trucks. Neil Jones, operations director of Ermin Plant Hire, said: “Our delivery fleet operates across six busy depots, meaning maximum reliability and uptime is critical. We treat our trucks the same as we do our plant, picking suppliers very carefully.

“Our previous Andover Trailers plant bodies have performed well and lived up to the demands of making multiple deliveries each day. The design team built the body to our precise specifications, so it’s a perfect match for our requirements.” The 9.3 m body features a hardwood floor with 1 m wide x 2.5 m long hydraulic fold-forward ramps, which can be lowered flat onto the deck to minimise aerodynamic drag on the road. Hydraulic steady legs ensure a stable platform when loading and unloading plant, while a remote and radio-control Ramsey BH550 hydraulic winch is mounted on the front bulkhead to assist with loading.

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44-tonne DAF XF105 tag-axle tractor is the choice of sports surface specialist J Mallinson (Ormskirk) Ltd to move its plant and equipment to race tracks and sports stadia around the country. Managing director John Mallinson took advice from driver Michelle Cubbin when it came to choosing the right truck for the job. Site access is sometimes an issue, and the added manoeuvrability provided by the lifting rear axle was a factor in the decision. And with Michelle spending nights away on more distant jobs, the comfort of the Space cab on the big DAF was also a key consideration. “On top of that, it looks smart and does the job extremely well,” she said. “I like the fact that I have

510 horsepower at my fingertips, as this helps me overcome wind resistance when carrying large pieces of plant – which are not very aerodynamic – and to maintain good average speeds on longer trips.” Recently the truck was used to carry equipment for a major pitch reconstruction contract at Twickenham rugby stadium, and Michelle was able to make full use of the large Space cab. “I found the bunk extremely comfortable,” she said. “And the fold-away gear lever is a real boon, as it allows you to move out of the driving seat and across the cab quite easily.” The Euro 5-compliant DAF means Mallinson can take it anywhere within the M25, as it complies with the requirements of London’s Low Emissions Zone.

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“We work at several sites inside the LEZ, including QPR and Watford football grounds, and with this truck we don’t have to worry about meeting the emission standards,” John Mallinson said. The DAF runs at up to 44 tonnes with a King tri-axle step-frame plant trailer. With 510 bhp (375 kW) from its 12.9-litre MX engine, the truck has a power-to-weight ratio of 11.6 bhp per tonne. A 16-speed manual gearbox is also fitted. DAF dealer North West Trucks of Huyton, Liverpool supplied the DAF and will carry out routine servicing and any warranty work under the three-year full manufacturer’s warranty.

FTA is go For gAs

he Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called upon the government to provide the necessary assurance to freight operators to embrace gas as a viable alternative to conventional diesel in its new Gas Manifesto. FTA said there is a wide range of decarbonisation measures to make moving goods by road more carbon efficient. However, to reduce reliance on conventional fossil fuels such as diesel, the UK must look to alternative fuels that offer further carbon savings – including natural gas and, ultimately, biomethane. FTA’s Gas Manifesto provides a vision for how this could be brought to fruition. Natural gas can be used as a road fuel either as a liquefied natural gas (LNG) or a compressed natural gas (CNG), producing less harmful emissions than conventional fuel. However, when biomethane produced from waste is used, carbon savings in excess of 60 per cent can be made when compared to an equivalent diesel vehicle. The manifesto supports the

development of a national refuelling infrastructure on the main motorway networks. For smaller operators, public refuelling stations would give confidence to invest in gaspowered HGVs as part of planned vehicle replacement cycles, as well as benefit larger companies. The Treasury also urgently needs to confirm at least a seven-year rolling guarantee for road fuel gas duty rates to provide certainty to support vehicle and infrastructure investment. Rachael Dillon, FTA climate change policy manager, said: “Gas is a credible option for industry to make serious reductions in carbon emissions while serving the needs of the economy in delivering goods and services. However, to significantly increase gas-powered HGVs on UK roads, government needs to support the development of a national refuelling infrastructure on main motorway routes to enable long-

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distance trunking for vehicle fleets. Government needs to give greater consideration to the requirements of the operator, and ultimate purchaser, of low carbon vehicles to shape policy that benefits, rather than hinders investment.” John Lewis Partnership is a member of FTA’s Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS), and said it believes biomethane represents a low-carbon alternative to diesel. Justin Laney, general manager - central transport, John Lewis Partnership, commented: “John Lewis Partnership has a very ambitious target to reduce carbon emissions from its truck fleet. We believe the best fuel to achieve that is biomethane gas. Biomethane is not only excellent for reducing emissions, it is also good for investment, jobs, and balance of payments. If the fuel duty differential between gas and diesel was fixed for a longer period, and Green Gas Certificates were allowed in transport carbon reporting, then two of the main barriers to adoption would be removed.”

Actros builds on firm foundAtions

cottish building and civil engineering contractor Dunne Group has chosen a New Actros from MercedesBenz to spearhead an expansion into the South of England. The company bought its New Actros 2545 tractor unit to service a newly opened depot in London, and it is now trunking daily from the Central Belt of Scotland. Dunne Group is based in Bathgate and has depots in Manchester and Leeds, as well as its new London site. The company operates divisions specialising in building, civil engineering, concrete flooring, pre-cast concrete and plant hire. Supplied by Edinburgh dealer Western Commercial, the vehicle has an aerodynamic StreamSpace cab and is powered by a 450 bhp straight-six engine, driving through the latest Mercedes PowerShift 3 automated transmission. Dunne Group runs a fleet of 35 trucks in which 8x4 tippers feature heavily, and bought the New Actros and a pair of new Montracon 45 ft flatbed trailers solely to supply its London outpost. Operations director John McCormack said: “We’ve won several large contracts in and around London recently, and

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decided to open a depot from which to service them. “We already run some Actros so we know they are efficient and reliable, while the new model is also a strikingly good-looking vehicle. It’s making an average of 10 trips up and down the M6 and M1 each week, which means it’s highly visible and is certainly fulfilling our requirement for a smart flagship truck to raise the profile of our business. “The New Actros has hit the ground running with some very promising early fuel returns,” McCormack continued. “We won’t take any precise readings until it’s had time to bed in, but the indications are certainly positive. “Meanwhile, the cab is extremely well-appointed and comfortable, and the PowerShift 3 gearbox and superb new chassis make it a pleasure to drive.” Dunne Group is also signing up to a Mercedes-Benz Repair and Maintenance Contract, under which Western Commercial will maintain the new truck and an Actros concrete pumping vehicle. “We’re very happy with the service we receive from Western,” McCormack concluded. “They’re efficient, professional and always there when we need them.”

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Tips on succeeding as a Truck driver in canada

o r almost a decade, scores of European truck drivers have been coming to Canada to ply their trade. Many of them have succeeded in creating a new life for themselves and their families and some have not. The purpose of this article is to offer some advice, based on the experiences of corporate immigration and recruiting specialist VRV Global, for truck drivers who are thinking about crossing the pond to drive in Canada. VRV Global has been assisting a Canadian transport company, H&R Transport, in recruiting European truck drivers since 2005. Together with our colleagues at H&R Transport, we constantly analyze the experience that the European drivers have in their adjustment to life in Canada and we revise our hiring and settlement processes to ensure the greatest likelihood of success. We respect the fact that the drivers who apply for this job and this life are making a huge personal, life-changing decision and our goal is to help each individual, and their family, make the right choice. Here’s what we’ve learned: 1. Moving to Canada is a family decision and the entire family should be involved in the process. Make

Recruiting Immigration Relocation test, have a minimum of a high school diploma and three years of driving experience before coming to Canada.

sure that this is discussed with spouses, exes, children, parents and siblings. Will they accompany you or come along later? Will parents and siblings visit you in Canada? In our experience, most of the people who return to Europe, do so for family reasons. 2. How will your past affect your ability to work as a truck driver and live in Canada? Canadian employers will usually only hire drivers who have clean driver abstracts. Also, Canadian immigration rules prohibit the admission of people who have criminal records or serious medical problems. This applies to

family members as well. Medical problems and criminal records are intensely private and you may not want to share this information with an employer. However, immigration officials will find out and it is better to disclose issues to immigration officials to see if they can be overcome. Many Canadian transport companies require their drivers to cross the Canada - US border frequently. Compliance with immigration legislation in both Canada and the US is critical. Also, some Canadian provinces allow long-haul drivers to apply for permanent residence. To be eligible, applicants must take a language

3. Be prepared for life in Canada. Moving to Canada can be a costly venture. While it is true that Canadian employers of workers in low skilled jobs are required to provide new hires with a return ticket to Canada, and new drivers will have a permit to work in Canada, it may take some time before money starts to come in. It may take several weeks to obtain a drivers license and it may take some time before the first pay package arrives in your bank account. We recommend drivers have at least $5000 (£3000) to bring to Canada. People with families may want to bring even more money with them. There is also not much point in bringing appliances and furniture to Canada. It is expensive to bring personal goods to Canada, so be very selective in what you bring. 4. What is the long term plan?

Most drivers come to Canada with a work permit valid for two years. These work permits can be extended, but only to a maximum of four years. In some provinces, spouses can also obtain open work permits. After four years, most temporary foreign workers are required to return to their country of origin for four years before being eligible to return to Canada. Four years may be long enough for some drivers. Others may want to settle down in Canada. Fortunately, there are provincial immigration programs that allow for this but it is important to learn about the programs and apply for PR long before the four year deadline as it can take as long as two years to complete the process. The Canadian transport industry employes 260,000 drivers. Our economy is growing and our population is aging. This means that there is growing requirement for European drivers. The chance to come to Canada to work is a fantastic opportunity for the right person.

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

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INSURANCE VAN - TRUCK - FLEET

INSURANCE ADVICE

INSURANCE “Quick Quote”

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Towergate Insurance has been providing insurance cover for owner-drivers up to the largest fleets for over 30 years. Q A few weeks ago, we sacked Q) a driver on the spot for stealing. We were shocked and surprised when a few weeks later we were called to an Employment Tribunal as a result of the driver claiming unfair dismissal. Things went from bad to worse when we rang our legal protection insurance company about making a claim only to be told that they wouldn’t deal with the claim as we hadn’t sought advice before dismissing the employee. Is it normal for legal expenses insurers to require customers to take advice from their helpline before dismissing a member of staff? A Most legal protection policies A) require policyholders to take advice before taking action against an employee. This is because employment law is such a legal minefield that unless a firm has in-house expertise, knowing exactly what to do in a particular set of circumstances can be very difficult. So taking advice before taking action against an employee is essential if the benefits of having legal protection cover are to be realised. Q I’m an owner-driver with Q) just the one truck. My whole livelihood depends on that one truck being on the road. That means it’s essential that if my truck’s damaged, I get it back on the road as soon as possible. So when my truck was damaged a few weeks ago, it was deeply frustrating that it took several weeks to get it back on the road. When I talked to my broker about this, he just said that’s fairly normal and there’s little we can do about it. What do you suggest we do? A A)

Our advice is to find a broker that’s willing and able to provide

you with the service that you need. That means a broker that can place your cover with an insurer that will guarantee that if a truck hasn’t been inspected within, say, two working days, repair work can go ahead providing the garage takes photographs of the damage and retains the damaged parts for inspection.

Q I’m an owner-driver. I’m also Q) an RHA member and use the RHA Conditions of Carriage. One of my customers says the £1,300 per tonne limit under RHA Condition is insufficient and wants me to up this figure to £5,000. I always thought the RHA Conditions are set in stone and cannot be altered in any way. Is that correct? A The only thing that that A) can be altered under the RHA Condition is in fact the per tonne limit of liability. This can be increased, or it can be replaced with an overall load limit. Assuming you go ahead with what your customer has requested, make sure you talk to your broker first and get your transit insurance cover suitably amended. Q Q)

A lot of my work involves making ‘just-in-time’ deliveries for a manufacturer. I recently had a scare when the delivery I was making to that customer was severely delayed due to the motorway I was travelling on being closed due to an accident. I was fortunate on this occasion that my arriving late didn’t hold up the production line; had it done so, the production manager told me that I would have been help responsible. How do I best protect myself against this risk?

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Liability for loss or damage to trailers under arrangements such as you describe requires careful investigation. Make sure you agree with your customer the point at which liability for trailers attaches, the point at which liability ceases, and your maximum liability for their trailers. Then ask your broker to arrange appropriate cover.

Q Hi, as a driver working direct Q) with different hauliers could you tell me what type of public

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