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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 has aare neck tilthas function – another Arocs Loader been fully optimised Stalks andnow controls arranged in priority so 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 isan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAninterior which are among the lightest vehicles structure upright A-pillars, which an extra more 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means features from incab thean construction sector – as well as 3 of interior give the additional m space. storage capacity, as well as 1greater comfort on 8x4/4 concrete with 32-tonne This means extra 300mixers litres (10.5 ft) of board.“The caban is optimised both for cu work and storage capacity, as well as comfort on maximum permissible weight. leisure time,” Nilsson said.

“Agreater better bed, board.“The cab is optimised work and The Arocs Grounder is for designed integrated parking cooler, new both lighting and low leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, operating under difficult noise levels among other features, all increase Centres integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low conditions.

According to Mercedes, the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good across the noise levels among other features, all increase UK nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means less it is of extremely stable drivers andand resilient chance pleasant relaxation aare good tired and more alert.” andwhich has been a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, in turnmanufactured means driversto arebe less We give £5 to Production of uncompromising thealert.”

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oute 74 Truckstop on the a M74 (including AdBlue), spotless modern showers announced Arocs, at Lesmahagow (ML11 0JN) has and toilets for men and women, several new specialist truck been awarded first place in our widescreen televisions and free WIFI. hotly contested Truckhas Stop oflifted the Yearthe lid on its Route 74’s general manager, Bill Law, Volvo Trucks for2015 construction work, competition in association with H&G said: all-new FH series of heavy trucks, “Built on a site adjacent to an old truck Recruitment. battle, eight stoplid at Lesmahagow, which is After seta frantic toTrucks follow Volvo has in lifted the on its Route 74 was seen as designed the driver mind establishments with were shortlisted for the top an opportunity to create something new and all-new FH series of of heavy trucks, onprize the offew the new The new Actros premium and aheels focus on fuel economy.

– and over theMercedes-Benz last weeks our team special.

Much thought was put into its planning, The new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium designed with the driver in mind expert judges were dispatched to anonymously construction and development. Truck drivers Actros for long-distance long-haul tractor unit range was the star long-haul tractor unit range was thejob star andwhen a focus ontofuel economy. appraise. have a lonely and work long and unsociable Details were scarce we went attraction for some of the transport the Antos pressJudging ahead of and the official launch on was impartial, and the results hours. We wanted to create a truck stop where attraction for some ofsaw theNorth-West’s North-West’s September 5,Details but Swedish were scarce weofoperators, went to leading road transport at aand park safely, relax in a Route 74 take the the top spot due to itswhen wealth they could come for heavy-duty shortleading road operators, at a press ahead of transport theNews official on manufacturer told Truckstop thelaunch facilities, great food and first-class service. comfortable launch event staged by leading environment after a hard day and September 5, but the Swedish new Our FHsjudge will be available in both Euro radius distribution. launch event staged by leading said: “Having just opened in the enjoy freshly cooked food at affordable prices. manufacturer told Truckstop News the

5 and 6 form, andRoute pack74 a dealer vast amount Enza. summer of 2014, isdealer certainly the new “We are delighted to have won this award new improvements.

FHs will be availableEnza. in both Euro of kid upgrades and rom onwards, the on the2013 block.

However, itand has German redefined the amount and the company and its staff wish to thank all 5 and 6 form, pack a vast Leading the charge for fuel vehicle said alla its standard formanufacturer a truck stop byand creating modern their customers for their support and for voting of upgrades improvements. efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See trucks and tractor units used for Leading the charge for fuel and comfortable place to stop that ticks all the Route Held at (Truckstop the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the74 Truck Stop of the Year.” function News, issue 301). is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the efficiency Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the onand off-road applications in the boxes.

Their opening times are fantastic with This year, we are also awarding prizes for event gave invited guests their first chance to put the The system, function which works alongside the (Truckstop News, issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to putstops the that excel in particular areas. The construction sector will be known under vehicle through its paces on UK roads. food served 6 am to 10 pm every day, and a 24truck I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Theissystem, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces oncash UK roads.

New Actros theby ultimate premium for longhour service for showers, toilets, machines award for Best Food goes to tractive The Cabinpower Café the name Arocs. idling speed.

Maximum to cut consumption five per cent by truck I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed New Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longdistance transport.

From the outset, designers and and shop.

(A264, Horsham, WesttoSussex, RH12 and 4SE). will “The Thetheir new dump trucks, all-wheel drive ranges from 1000 3000 Nm about the route the truck storing information to cut consumption by five per cent by distance transport.

From the designers and engineers were determined tooutset, the best possible “Itstrucks, American-style diner is welcoming and service was warm and welcoming andsizes: you could dump concrete mixers, tractor be achieved by the four engine drives along.

“The next time theprovide truck uses about the route the truck storing information engineers were determined to provide the bestand possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity for the European market. has a menu veryI-See much like a“The restaurant, with tell truck drivers stopping the same route, operates the time drives along. next uses units and drop-side chassis vehicles willthe truck The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma 7.7, 10.7, 12.8really andenjoyed 15.6 litre.

Theofflatter 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 the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure starters, mains and desserts.

The portions here,” said our judge.

“The food was delicious, besizes, available as two-, threeand fourtrade fair in April 2013. is completely new and comes in the vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure progress is as economical as variants possible,” for vehicles, thevehicles mains were generous, and although it said cameof quickly and the service was excellent. axle with 16 output form thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor perfectly for any application. progress asVolvo economical as possible,” saidhad truck-themed breakfasts – and Claes Nilsson, president, Truck wasn’t the cheapest forisfood, thethe service and They even ranging from 238 bhp to for 625 bhp.

Mercedes said the Arocs will also be tandem are examples of the variety of tailor perfectly any application.

Thevehicles current Actros holds Guinness Claes Nilsson, president, VolvoWorld Truck Record Corporation. or 0870 6091540 selection was impressive.

The service was very you could a good cup of tea 50p.” were ofversions a very high spec andstraight wouldn’t off of room to manoeuvre long vehicles, as well 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 anget example with its for drive system. facilities new Arocs available Corporation.

An additional five per cent saving in fuel friendly and there was a good mix of truckers Picking up the award for Best Facilities is have looked out of place in a boutique hotel.” as an easy-access entrance and exit.

Coupled new model is seven per cent more frugal for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line.

An additional five per cent saving in fuel use is the possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet 5 emissions regulations, shown the new model isEuro seven per cent more frugal and public.

The Red Lion Truck Stopautomated (M1 Junction 16, Finally, Stockyard (Hellabycabs Lane,available near with the good opening hours and entertainment use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel standard, and the trucks will be by the PowerShift 3 The The Arocs has seven Package.

This package encompasses while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows a transmission, four per when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, “Route 74 has set a very high standard for Northampton, NN7 4DE).

“This was the first Package.

This package encompasses M18, Rotherham, S66 8HN) swept up the Best available at The Stockyard, this is a great available for order as a Euro 6 fi tted as a standard.

Drive in 14 different versions.

As supplements training andultra-clean monthly assistance – Fuel cent improvement. while the Euro 6 more version shows fouronper training and monthly assistance –aFuel truck stops and we hope to see like this in stop our judging journey and it set the Parking award.

“The Stockyard offers over 200 overnight stop for truckers.”

Cotswold Medicals Ltd 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 The 81 guests took turns tofuel head 17-mile Coverdale House Advice – is and is costs toout cut on fuela costs bytestfor all the other establishments. The cent improvement. the coming years.” benchmark tarmac’d truck spaces.

It has largecan security Truckstop News would like to offer our The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs also be Little Sodbury End changing driving styles and increasing drive, carefully chosen to simulate a out variety typical test changing driving styles and increasing The 81 guests took turns to head on aofmost 17-mile Bristol BS37 6QE The truck stop‘s facilities include a 24-hour impressive things about The Cabin are the fencing, CCTV cameras and numberplate warmest congratulations to all the winners. asdriving in-line six-cylinder engines with varied range of applications. fi tted with spacious 2.5 m variants with knowledge of how to drive for maximum knowledge of how to drive for maximum conditions.

The route included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical shop, truckwash, carwash, bunkered fuel showers and toilets – the men’s and women’s recognition.

The space is flat and there’s plenty Keep up the good work!

Charges include VAT Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. exhaust-gas turbocharger Thedualdrive configurations offered for a 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 in autumn 2013 – and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, market will get under way in autumn 2013 – recorded each trip, thewill mpg figure achieved was of On almost 700 miles covered on the day. should make forfuel additional fuel savings.

“Isee our should make for additional savings.

“Ilogistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 ACCIDENT On each trip, the mpg figure achieved was recorded and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, Torque reduces fueland consumption up450 to bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also Torque reduces fuel consumption by upmpg to bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, 11.8 inbythe With its new Volvo FH series, Volvo is ʻpushing logistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 ACCIDENT see our With its cars newpiloted Volvo by FHprofessional series, Volvo is ʻpushing see our enjoyed ‘hotfour laps’Actros of the Oulton Park circuit inintwo-seater racing drivers. four bhp V8-powered 2551,with and 11.8 mpg theminor 450 bhp Actros 2545 model.

Between journeys, guests also the envelopeʼ in re-defining what a premium feature on page 8 per cent.

Together I-See and other the envelopeʼ in re-defining what a premium ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May of food waste and animal by-products recycling specialist John Pointon & per cent. Together I-See andPark othercircuit minorin two-seater racing cars piloted by professional ACCIDENT enjoyed ‘hot laps’with of the Oulton drivers. truck can offer. improvements, the result is fuel consumption feature truck can offer.

S PonOpage T 8 Sons, summed up result the feelings many when he said: “It was a great day,recycling very informative and enjoyable, improvements, the is fuelofconsumption PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager of food animal by-products specialist John Pointonand & can drop byMark up toMay 10 per cent. waste For theand average superbly organised.

The new Actros is brilliant.

The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel feature on page 8 can drop by up to 10 per cent.

For the average Sons, summed upthis thecan feelings when “Itlitres was aofgreat very informative and enjoyable, and PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS continued. truck, equateoftomany a saving of he up said: to 4100 fuel aday, year,” Nilsson feature on page 8 performance figures are to be Actros believed it will belitres an unbeatable all-round package.

The previous Actros is a PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS continued. truck, this can equate to a saving of up to 4100 of fuel a year,” Nilsson superbly organised.

The new is brilliant.

The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel On-road manners have received much attention, and Volvo is claiming the new trucks offer exceptional very goodmanners truck - but thisreceived new is a huge step an forward.”

On-road have much and Volvo isall-round claimingwe thecan new trucks offer exceptional performance figures are to be one believed itattention, will unbeatable package.

The previous Actrosfront is a handling thatʼs much like a car.

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EVENHEIGHTS REACHES FOR RANGE T ISUZU TRUCK CELEBRATES ANNUAL JOB HUNTERS STEERED NATIONWIDE DEALERSHIP CHALLENGE TOWARDS THE OPEN ROAD I suzu Truck (UK) Ltd is celebrating the finals of its annual nationwide Dealership Renault Range T480 Challenge, which took place over a whole he RHA and Jobcentre Plus have is fitted with day atjoined its HQ in Amco Hatfi forces toeld, giveHertfordshire. jobseekers Veba 936 crane The finalists outit’s of like ITUK’s 63a ansix idea of what to be dealerships had to progress through two professional truck driver. exceptionally toughexperience earlier online rounds A national work scheme is before thesummer, finals. They were set to bequalifying launchedforthis following confronted a series of challenges athen successful pilot by scheme undertaken in that tested every aspect of their skills, knowledge Hampshire. and professional expertise tointhe In the pilot, 20 individuals thelimit.

“We set up Portsmouth the Dealership Southampton, andChallenge Eastleighto find the very bestapeople andplacement companieswith in areas completed two-week our nationwide network,” said Peter Murphy, RHA members, in which they were shown managing directorisofallITUK. also with a way of what truck driving about“It–isalong assessing theofability of our dealer network to other aspects the haulage industry. ensure we continue the very highest “The young peopletoI deliver meet often tell me levels of care, sales expertise, parts and they need work experience to get a job, but service technical they need a job toskills.” get work experience,” said The finalists of the Esther 2014 Dealership employment minister, McVey. “That’s Challenge wereexpanded AK Commercials Bristol, why we hugely our job schemes Ferndown Commercials Dorset, DT Trucks that give jobseekers the best opportunity to Essex, Commercials Glasgow, get theirImperial foot on the career ladder.

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Agency announced it is We’ll publish(DVSA) the listhas in the next launching a crack down on defective edition of the paper, upon which fuel systems a bid to reduce dangerous we’ll dispatchinour top-secret fuel spills on UK roads. team of anonymous judges who DVSA’s will According pay a visit to tothe each of theMoving On online blog, the Agency will be taking a cafés and make an independent “more robust” toof vehicles with assessment of approach the quality the defectiveand fuelservice systems September 1. facilities onfrom offer.

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Mercedes-Benz has announced Arocs, a new specialist truck the international Transline Group, Volvo Trucks has lifted the lid on its for construction work, recruitment all-new FH seriesconsultancy, of heavy trucks, is embarking which set tothe follow Volvo has lifted the on its 1 and on aisrecruitment drive forlidClass designed with Trucks driver in mind all-new series of heavy trucks, onClass the heels of FH the new The Mercedes-Benz Actros premium and focus on fuel economy.

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Thea new new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium with the driver in mind Actros fordesigned long-distance long-haul tractor unit range was the long-haul tractor unit range was thestar star than is and a focus ontofuel economy.

Details were ith scarce when weofwent stability in employment a minimum 400 attraction for some of the North-West’s transport and the Antos press ahead of the official launch on usually expected for our industry.” roles to fi ll and a period attraction for some of the North-West’s September 5,Details the Swedish were scarce when weoperators, went New to leading road transport at a will be given employees ofbut unprecedented for heavy-duty shortleading road operators, at a press ahead of transport theNews official on manufacturer told Truckstop thelaunch a detailed induction and training growth, the award winning launch event staged by leading September 5, but thestaged Swedish new FHs will beon available in for both Euro radius distribution. launch event by leadingare thorough and programmes business is the hunt new manufacturer told Truckstop News the

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Artist’s impression of the new AlsoArocs of benefit to drivers are improved seats and – Merc position, optimised to provide a better view of the promises new aided bytrucks an increase in the cabʼs usable window Also benefit to drivers are improved seats and entry step. will beoftough innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. position, optimised to provide a better view of the Stalks and arranged in priority so aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window important ones are now closestmirror to thedesign. driver, innovative slimmer rear-view steering wheel has aare neck tilt function – Stalks andnow controls arranged in priority world-first in theare truck important ones nowworld. closest to the driver, Safety is high agenda, An steering wheel now on hasthe a neck tilt function – structure more upright world-firstfeatures in the truck world. isan high on the agenda, give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAn structure upright This means features an extra more 300 litres (10.5 cu give the cab an as additional m3 of storage capacity, well as 1greater 300 litres (10.5 This means board.“The caban isextra optimised both for storage capacity, assaid. well as leisure time,” Nilsson “Agreater better board.“The cab is optimised for integrated parking cooler, new both lighting leisure time,” Nilsson said. “A better noise levels among other features, all integrated parking cooler, new the chance of pleasant relaxation and a noise levels among other features, nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means drivers chance of pleasant relaxation and tired and more alert.” a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, which in turn means Production of thealert.”

Volvo FH will start in tired and more and two steering front axles. FourEuropean market.

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5 and 6 form, and pack a vast amount ongoing employees. new improvements.

FHs will be available in both Euro throughout a driver’s of upgrades and rom onwards, the German time at Transline. Performance The2013 Brighouse-based group 5 and 6 form, pack a vast amount Leading charge for and fuel vehiclethe manufacturer said related bonuses, as well as other operates from more than 90all its of upgrades improvements. efficiency is Volvoʼs newand I-See trucks tractor units used for Leading charge for fuel employee locations across thethe UK, with Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the incentives, including function News, issue 301). is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the efficiency Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, onand off-road applications infirst the chance free training, are also vacancies across the country. event gave invited guests their to CPC putthe the The system, which works alongside the function (Truckstop issue 301). eventStephen gave invited guests their first chance to put the construction sector will beon known under vehicle through its paces UKNews, available.

Carr, National I-Shift automated transmission, isroads. claimed Theissystem, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces on premium UK roads.

New Actros theby ultimate for longthe name Arocs. idling speed.

Maximum tractive power Recently, Transline Group Contracts Manager at Transline to cut consumption five per cent by truck I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed New Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longdistance transport.

From the outset, designers and The new dump trucks, all-wheel drive was a winner BesttoTemporary ranges fromof1000 3000 Nm and will Group, said: “Inconsumption recentthe years, storing information about route the truck to cut by five per cent by distance transport.

From the designers and engineers were determined tooutset, provide theRecruitment best possible theengine sizes: the trucks, demand for our services has dump concrete mixers, tractor be achieved by theatfour drives along.

“The next time the truck uses thethe route thepossible truck Agency storing information engineers were determined to about provide best comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and for the European market.

Awards the same I-See operates the time grown hugely.

To continue to drives along.

“Thevehicles next truck units and route, drop-side chassis willtheRecruiter 7.7,uses 10.7, 12.8 for andExcellence 15.6 litre. The latter 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 2014. theis completely new and comes in the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure deliver the levels of service besizes, available ashigh two-, threeand trade fair in April 2013. vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as afoursweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes said to ensure progress is as economical as variants possible,” Specialising in the provision our customers have come axle vehicles, with 16 output form of thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor vehicles perfectly foreconomical any application. progress is as as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo and on-site management of will also be toThe expect, we need recruit ranging fromClaes 238 bhp totofor 625 bhp.

Mercedes said the Arocs tandem are examples of the variety of tailor vehicles perfectly anyTruck application. current Actros holds the Guinness Nilsson, president, VolvoWorld Truck Record Corporation. trained and exible supply chain drivers.

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 anflexample with its drive system. new Arocs versions available straight off Corporation.

An fuel additional five per cent saving in fuel personnel, Transline works “Transline Group is a great new model is seven per cent more frugal for economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line.

An additional five per cent saving in fuel use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet 5 emissions regulations, shown the new model isEuro seven per cent more frugal with some of the world’s most employer.

We have some 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 the Euro 6 version shows a transmission, four per blue-chip when specified meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, Package.

This package encompasses prominent excellent initiatives our available forultra-clean ordertoas afor Euro 6 fittedcompanies. as a standard. Drive in 14 different versions. As supplements training and monthly assistance – Fuel cent improvement. while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version fourbusiness per training and monthly –aFuel The operateswhich across employees, and want you toassistance get shows version programs are available 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 a costs 17-mile testand Canada, and is Advice – is and is costs toout cut on fuel by cent Europe, Asia the best out ofstyles your career.

Due The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be changing driving and increasing drive, carefully chosen to simulate a out variety of typical changing driving styles and increasing The 81 guests took turns to head on a 17-mile test of therange UK’s fastest growing to the volume oftowork coming our onevaried asdriving in-line six-cylinder engines with fitted with spacious 2.5 m variants with knowledge ofknowledge how drive for maximum ofroute to drive for maximum conditions.

The included singleand dual- of applications. drive, chosen tohow simulate a variety of typical recruiters. way, carefully we are able to offer more 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 6the driveline reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ.

Volvoʼs new I-Torque Euro 6– driveline trucks provided for the event made 10demonstrator journeys a–totalrange from the 4x2 two-axle Mark May Although release images of intercooler to provide good tractive the-Arocs carriageway roads.

Each of four 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 market get under way in autumn 2013 – and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, market will get under way in autumn 2013 – recorded each trip, thewill mpg figure achieved was of On almost 700 miles covered on the day. should make for additional fuel savings.

“Ishould for additional fuel savings.

“Ilogistics manager Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who impressive 11.4 mpg the 510 On make each trip, theatmpg figure achieved was recorded and at averaged the end ofan the day the winner wasinCraig Stewart, Torque reduces fueland consumption bythe up450 to bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also Torque reduces fuel consumption by up to bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, 11.8 mpg in With its new Volvo FH series, Volvo is510 ʻpushing logistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who an impressive 11.4 mpg the With its averaged newpiloted Volvo FH series, Volvo isinʻpushing enjoyed ‘hotfour laps’Actros of the Oulton Park circuit inintwo-seater racing cars by professional drivers. four bhp V8-powered 2551,with and 11.8 mpg theminor 450 bhp Actros 2545 model.

Between journeys, guests also the envelopeʼ in re-defining a premium per cent. Together I-See and other envelopeʼ in re-defining what awhat premium PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May food waste animalthe by-products Pointon & per cent.

Together I-See andof other minor enjoyed ‘hot laps’with of the Oulton Park inand two-seater racing cars recycling piloted byspecialist professional drivers. truck canJohn offer. improvements, the result iscircuit fuel consumption truck can offer.

Sons, summed up result the feelings many when he said: “It was a great day,recycling very informative and enjoyable, improvements, the is fuelofconsumption PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager of food animal by-products specialist John Pointonand & can drop byMark up toMay 10 per cent. waste For theand average superbly organised.

The new Actros isaverage brilliant.

The driving experience was very fantastic and if the fuel can dropsummed by up toup 10 per cent.

For the Sons, the feelings when “Itlitres was aofgreat informative and enjoyable, and PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALIST continued. truck, this can equateoftomany a saving of he up said: to 4100 fuel aday, year,” Nilsson performance figures are to be Actros believed it will belitres an unbeatable all-round package.

The previous Actros is a PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS truck, this can equate to a saving of up to 4100 of fuel a year,” Nilsson continued. superbly organised.

The new is brilliant.

The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel On-road manners have received much attention, and Volvo is claiming the new trucks offer exceptional very goodmanners truck - but thisreceived new is a huge step an forward.”

On-road have much and Volvo isall-round claimingwe thecan new trucks offer exceptional performance figures are to be one believed itattention, will unbeatable package.

The previous Actrosfront is a handling thatʼs much like a car.

“To be put things into perspective, even offer independent ARE YOU SUFFERING BECA handling thatʼs much a new car. one “To puta things into perspective, we can This evenworld-first offer independent frontto unsurpassed very good truck - butlike this is huge step forward.” suspension, although initially only on left-hand drive vehicles. takes handling suspension, levels although initially only onNilsson left-hand drive vehicles. This world-first takes handling to unsurpassed We offer a completely free, no risk service in the truck world,” said.

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on the road network, the Department for Transport (DfT) asked DVSA to review the sanctions it issued at the roadside for vehicles with defective fuel tanks and systems.

Last year, HA reported 255 fuel spills, including on dual carriageways and motorways, resulting in lane closures and significant delays.

DVSA said aside from the obvious risks to road safety, it takes an average of five hours to clear a fuel spill, which causes major disruption to traffic.

“During roadside checks between 2013 to 2014, DVSA examiners detected 2390

fuel system defects and issued over 1500 prohibitions to vehicles with defective fuel systems,” the blog said.

“We’ve reviewed our sanctions for defective fuel systems and agreed some changes with DfT. The main difference is we’ll now only issue immediate prohibitions for defective fuel systems and leaks,” it continued.

DVSA said an immediate prohibition will be given for missing or ineffective fuel cap or sealing arrangement; fuel leak caused by a defect, contaminating the road surface; or insecure fuel tank where detachment is imminent.

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COPS TO RE-EVALUATE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT STRATEGY

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report commissioned by the Joint Thames Valley and Hampshire Roads Policing Unit has found more than 460 fewer road users would be either killed or seriously injured each year if people drove more safely.

Based on the data and evidence, the report, produced by TRL (the UK’s Transport Research Laboratory), estimated that in one year across the Thames Valley and Hampshire, 66 fewer people could be killed and seriously injured if every vehicle occupant wore a seatbelt or appropriate restraint, and an estimated 160 fewer people could die or be seriously injured on the roads if drink driving was eradicated.

In addition, it proposed 242 fewer people could die or be seriously injured if drivers stopped using mobile phones at the wheel.

The focus of the review was on the ‘fatal four’: speeding, non-wearing of seat belts, drink and drug-driving and mobile phone use. During the review, TRL researchers collated and analysed information on traffic offences and collisions across the Thames Valley and Hampshire.

The result is a series of recommendations for the police to consider and use to adapt their traffic enforcement strategies.

“With a reduction in resources due to budget constraints, we realised the impact we can have on reducing traffic offences and consequently collisions can only be sustained if we become more efficient at protecting the public,” said chief inspector Henry Parsons at Thames Valley and Hampshire Police.

“The figures are cold, hard evidence of the number of lives and serious injuries that can be avoided through improving driving behaviours.

The findings and recommendations that have resulted from this work are already impacting on our strategies, allowing us to focus on the most effective methods of policing.”

Based on the evidence, the recommendations include: ● The randomisation of locations and times of general roads enforcement to increase road users’ perceived risk of detection, and consequently decrease offending behaviours ● Mobile phone enforcement should be focussed towards working hours on weekdays ● More priority should be given to evening and weekend enforcement of drink-driving ● Further fixed camera locations should be considered where a particular speeding issue exists.

IT’S A GAS FOR ARGOS ECO TRUCK

Report made a range of recommendations aimed at helping police reduce the number of road accidents

CHANGE OF CLOTHES FOR SMITHS’ FH New company livery is designed to match contours of new FH

Argos reckons lownoise gas tractors are a good fit for rural operation

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he UK’s first dedicated Euro 6 gaspowered Scania tractor unit has entered service with UK retailer Argos, with four more being commissioned in the near future.

Scania said that in addition to meeting the Euro 6 exhaust emissions standard when operated on biomethane carbon dioxide, the truck can achieve further reductions of up to 70 per cent.

An additional benefit is the gas vehicles are particularly quiet, making them suitable for use in rural areas.

“The ultra-low emissions and environmental benefits of these trucks makes them an extremely attractive proposition,” said Argos fleet manager, David Landy. “The trucks are a unique manufacturer’s offer, opposed to an aftermarket adaption, which made our purchasing decision easy.

“The research and development process Scania has undertaken in the product, along with a 10-year duty-differential promise from

the government, gives us a great deal of confidence in gas-powered operation.”

Landy said the final part of the equation is the growing gas filling station infrastructure. “These trucks will be based at our Magna Park, Lutterworth distribution centre, just a few miles from the Gasrec refuelling station at the DIRFT in Daventry,” he said.

With an expected range of up to 450 km, the vehicles will run initially on daily return-tobase operations. However, Landy said this could change in the future as the UK gas refuelling infrastructure continues to develop.

Plated at 40 tonnes gross train weight, each vehicle will be equipped with an OC09 102, nine-litre Euro 6 engine that delivers 340 bhp at 1900 rpm and 1600 Nm of torque between 1100-1400 rpm. The engine is designed to operate solely on gas (compressed or liquified) and offers a high thermal efficiency of 40 per cent.

onstruction services and wastemanagement company Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd has rolled out a new livery on four high-spec Volvo FH tractor units.

The Globetrotter-cabbed trucks, which sport Euro 6 D13K500 engines rated at 500 bhp, are the first new Volvos to go into service with the company.

The new livery was designed to suit the

curving lines of the new-series FH and features a swooping diagonal line across the cab’s lower half.

The order was spilt between two 6x2 pusher-axle models and two 6x4 double-drive configuration trucks. While all four are plated for 44-tonne GCW operation, the 6x4s are coupled to 120 cubic yard capacity Titan ‘walking-floor’ trailers for bulk waste operations.

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ine out of 10 drivers don’t know how to bring their car out of a skid, according to a new report from national car-leasing company Flexed.co.uk.

Indeed, according to the research, most car-owners would probably make an incident worse by using incorrect techniques to correct their vehicle.

“It’s so easy to drive in a warm cocoon with your music player and sat nav system to keep you company,” said Flexed.co.uk spokesperson, Mark Hall. “And that means millions of drivers just don’t adapt to wet or icy road conditions.”

When Flexed asked over 1800 drivers

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if they knew how to cope with a skid, 36 per cent said they had no idea, 56 per cent said they did, but then gave the wrong answer, while just eight per cent said they did and gave a correct answer.

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ambridgeshire-based operator Williams Transport has put a further 10 Mercedes-Benz Actros 2545 tractor units on the road after a ‘seed’ truck proved particularly frugal with fuel during a six-month trial.

Company director Andy Williams reckons his Euro 6 Actros are performing well

“That first truck averaged 8.25 mpg,” said company director, Andy Williams. “This may not sound a lot, but in our job it’s very good indeed – and a full mile per gallon better than the truck it replaced.”

Williams Transport has headquarters in Huntingdon, and its new Actros – provided

by Intercounty Truck & Van – are now hauling walking-floor trailers on waste recycling contracts. All have flat-floored BigSpace cabs and are powered by 449 bhp straight-six engines. They are also spec’d with PowerShift 3 automated transmissions.

“Intercounty’s sales executive Paul Hind persuaded us to try a Euro 6 Actros and we could see straight away the fuel returns were markedly better than our average,” Williams said. “As well as impressing in terms of fuel efficiency, the truck was also well liked by its driver.

The Actros have joined a fleet of 65 trucks, the majority tractor units. They work across the South East and frequently in London where, in addition to constant stopping and starting in heavy traffic, they employ engine-driven PTOs to eject their loads of recyclable waste. Much of this is converted into combustible fuel for use in industrial applications.

“Our drivers are typically out for four or five nights a week, so we like to give them comfortable, high-quality vehicles – we also specified factory-fitted fridges in the cabs,” Williams concluded.

ALL IN A DRAY’S WORK FOR FL RIGIDS

Firm said it found Euro 6 FL’s fuel use similar to Euro 5 figures

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dnams Brewery in Southwold, Suffolk has taken delivery of two new-series Volvo FL rigid drays supplied by Volvo Truck and Bus Centre East Anglia, Ipswich.

The two rigids feature Comfort cabs and I-Sync automated gearboxes, and are plated for 16- and 18-tonnes GVW respectively.

“The 18-tonne Volvo FL with a wheelbase of 5.9 m and 7.9 m body gives us a 10-tonne payload, which is ideal for our rural distribution needs,” said Adnams supply chain manager, Kevin Wells. “Meanwhile, the 16-tonne unit, featuring a 4.7 m wheelbase and 6.4 m body, offers exceptional manoeuvrability and is now based at our Barking distribution centre in East London where it is serving our customers across the capital.”

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Compared to the Euro 5 FL rigids on the fleet, Wells said he saw no real difference in fuel consumption. “We have now had a chance to record fuel usage and I would say the Euro 6 units are achieving in the region of 12 to 13 mpg, which is about where we are with the Euro 5 units.”

The bodies for both vehicles were adapted for Adnams by Colliers Truck Builders of Witham, Essex.

“As both FL trucks are used for dray duties, we had specific requirements, such as a load deck height suited to the loading and off-loading of beer kegs weighing 73 kg,” Wells added. “We also had a new loadrestraint system fitted alongside our regular features such as full-closure rear tail-lifts and under-body gas racks.”

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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 ADVERTORIAL 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 ontinuing his review of successfully completed compensation In cases where the other party accepts responsibility for the accident but it may trucks provided for theclaims, event made 10 journeys - a total Steven Hinchliffe looks at a situation experienced by amiles reader of Truckstop of almost 700 covered on the day.take some time before the injured person fully recovers, it may be possible for see our News that resulted in an award of personal In thisachievedpart ofrecorded their compensation be of paid account, pending the final Stewart, valuation of Oninjury each compensation. trip, the mpg figure was and at thetoend theonday the winner was Craig claim. Haulage, This can be in •situations where the injured particular case we will look into the claim with more detail and inat this part examine Raythe • JULY 8 •particularly TRUCKSTOP NEWS ISSUE11.4 299 2012 logistics manager Widnes-based Stewart who averagedhelpful an impressive mpg in the 510person ACCIDENT ADVERTORIAL has not yet returned work 2545 and their income has been reduced. the initial difficulties experienced, and then look the outcomeActros in the next Steven Hinchliffe bhpatV8-powered 2551,issue. and 11.8 mpg in the 450 bhp to Actros model.

Between journeys, guests also enjoyed ‘hot laps’ of the Oulton Park circuit in two-seater racing cars piloted by professional drivers.

In this month’s issue, Steven Hinchliffe of the specialist feature on page 8 - ROAD ACCIDENT, BUT WHO IS LIABLE? PART 1& All of the accident victims mentioned in these articles are clients of my firm, PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May of foodCASE wasteSTUDY and animal by-products recycling specialist John -Pointon Personal Injury Compensation firm Hinchliffes Solicitors March contact Mr K J Jones of Smethwick, a HGV Hinchliffes Solicitors. They have kindly givenSons, permission to disclose ofof many In (see their on the page)the considers defective.

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In this two part article I highlight an interesting case involving a HGV with defective brakes and another HGV that hit it from behind. As with previous articles, the common factor is the often significant effect on the injured person’s life (physically, emotionally and financially) and although using the existing legal process to make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can help not only by providing financial relief by awards of compensation, but also requiring the guilty party to provide the required medical and rehabilitation treatment.

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Crucially, the Report also on the injured person’s life, and although using the process of law insurers took a sensible approach to the claim and handled Failed to ensure the trailer was loaded in a safe manner. claims a meansof of redress truly to make personal injury to matters with reasonable efficiency, which meant it was possible revealed the sudden braking was due theasfailure a pipecannot or union on(d)the 3rd compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can (e) Exposed our client to a danger or a trap and a foreseeable reach agreement and for Mr R to be in funds in just under six Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor and to Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors axle and that the brakeassist lights wouldthenot come This therefore suggested risk of injury. in requiring guiltyhave party to provideon. medical treatment months from the date the first letter was sent to his employer. and could rehabilitation, addition to financial relief by their way of awards Hinchliffes Solicitors that Mr Jones’ employer alsoinbe at fault because vehicle was He suffered a painful© cutCopyright to the top of his2015 head and, as was This also had the effect of keeping the legal costs to a of compensation. As previously indicated, under the current law later confirmed in the medical report obtained in support of his minimum. and procedures the basic aim of an accident claim is to try and return the injured party to the position that he or she would Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor and Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors © Copyright 2012 Hinchliffes Solicitors otherwise have been in had the accident not happened.

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LEGAL Confirmation / amendments by email, tel orADVICE fax should be addressed toGlover Sarah David Glover of leading commercial and transport law firm Marshall is on Willmott, hand to offer legal advice to Truckstop News readers. If you require advice or further Kelsey Publishing Group, 14head Priestgate, Peterborough, PE1beware 1JA Vocational licence holders information, to www.marshallglover.com or call onshould 0844 801 1422. using mobile phones while driving

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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.

Tel: 01733 353 376 Fax: 01733 557 235 INSURANCE MATTERS E-mail: sarah.willmott@kelseypb.co.uk One of the offences some drivers have committed is using a mobile phone while driving. The legislation defines this offence as follows: No person is to drive a motor vehicle on a road if he is using a hand-held mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind. No person is to cause or permit any other person to drive a motor vehicle on a road while that other person is using a handheld mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind. No person is to supervise a holder of a provisional licence if the person supervising is using a hand-held mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind at a time when the provisional licence holder is driving a motor vehicle on a road.

The issue of insurance is one which frequently crops up. For employed drivers, this is a very serious matter because if they 17-Hinchcliffes Solicitor - Accident Spot -is Truckstop News - Issue 339.indd 1 are severe – drive a vehicle which not insured, the penalties which can arguably make drivers who are using vehicles during the course of their employment quite vulnerable. Under section 143 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, users of motor vehicles must be insured or secured against third-party risks. Subject to the provisions of this part of the Act: ● (a) a person must not use a motor vehicle on a road [or other public place unless there is in force in relation to the use of the vehicle by that person such a policy of insurance or such a security in respect of third party risks as complies with the requirements of this Part of this Act, and ● (b) a person must not cause or permit any other person to use a motor vehicle on a road or other public place unless there is in force in relation to the use of the vehicle by that other person such a policy of insurance or such a security in respect of third party risks as complies with the requirements of this Part of this Act. If a person acts in contravention the legislation above, then they are guilty of an offence.

The penalties for using a vehicle without insurance are serious. The penalties for an offence of using motor vehicle while uninsured or unsecured against third-party risks, under this section are dealt with summarily – that is, in the Magistrates’

following: sending or receiving oral or written messages; sending or receiving facsimile documents; sending or receiving still or moving images; and providing access to the internet.

If you’re caught using a hand-held mobile phone or similar device while driving, you can expect to get an automatic fixed penalty notice. This means you’ll get three penalty points on your driving licence and have to pay a fine of £60. However, your case may go to court. If it does, you may also face disqualification from driving on top of a maximum fine of £1000. If you were driving a PCV or heavy goods vehicle, you could face a maximum fine of £2500.

Also if the matter were considered of a serious nature you could face prosecution for other road transport related offences, which carry more serious sentences.

Court. The maximum penalties area Level 5 fine on the standard a statutory defence is there to provide some protection if the Exemptions from prosecution are few A person does not contravene any disqualification; of these provisions if, at the obligatory scale, which is £5000; discretionary vehicle did not belong to you, you were using it in the course of Repercussions are hard-hitting time of the alleged contravention: they are using the telephone or other device to call the police, fire, ambulance or other emergency However, if you are theyour holder ofemployment, a vocational licence the and you had no reason to believe there was 17/03/2015 endorsement of your driving licence with 6–8 points. implications service; they are acting in response to a genuine emergency; and it of a mobile phone offence do not end there. You are is unsafe or impracticable for them to cease driving in order to likely to be called to vocational driver conduct hearing in front of The Magistrates Court Sentencing Guidelines state the court not a policy of insurance in force. make the call (or, in relation to the supervision of a provisional a traffic commissioner. The senior traffic commissioner has licence holder, for the provisional licence holder to cease driving a document entitled ‘Statutory Document No 6 Vocational the call was being made). should consider awhile range from seven points – two monthsissued The defence is found under S143 (3) of the Act. It states a Driver Conduct, which gives a detailed view of vocational driver Under the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations, a conduct. Here I have reproduced the paragraph on the use of mobile telephone or other device is to be treated as hand-held if it disqualification where vehicle was being driven and no evidence person withof using a motor vehicle in contravention of mobile phones “A specific starting pointcharged is provided in respect is, or must be, held at some point during the course of making or the use of hand held devices such as mobile telephones call or performing any other interactive communication the offender has receiving held Anainsurance.

It willfunction’ consider disqualification shall because of the prevalencethis of this section offence in recent years. not be convicted if he proves the following: function. ‘interactive communication includes the No information in this column shall be construed as legal advice and information is offereddid for general information only based on the current of 6–12 months ifDisclaimer: evidence of sustained uninsured use and/or that the vehicle not belong topurposes the individual and was law not in when the article was first written. You should always seek advice from an appropriately qualified solicitor on any specific legal enquiry. involvement in accident. his possession under a contract of hiring or of loan; that the Factors which might be used as indicating a greater degree individual was using the vehicle in the course of his employment; of culpability are: if the driver has never passed test; if the driver and that the individual neither knew nor had reason to believe gave false details; if they were driving LGV, HGV, PSV etc; if there was not in force in relation to the vehicle such a policy of they were driving for hire or reward. Also, if there is evidence of insurance or security. sustained uninsured use.

Finally, people often do not realise there are other offences Factors indicating greater degree of harm are that the vehicle which can occur in relation to insurance matters. For example: was involved in accident and the accident resulted in injury.

Section 144A Road Traffic Act 1988 creates an offence for Factors which are likely to mitigate any sentence are: if the keeping a vehicle which does not meet insurance requirements. responsibility for providing insurance rests with another; if there This can only be heard summarily and the maximum penalty is a was a genuine misunderstanding; if there had been a recent Level 3 fine (£1000). failure to renew or failure to transfer vehicle details where Also, Section 147 creates an offence of failing to surrender insurance was in existence; and finally, where the vehicle was certificate of insurance or security to insurer on cancellation or not being driven. to make statutory declaration of loss or destruction. This has a At the outset of this article, we talked about the vulnerability maximum penalty of a Level 3 fine (£1000). In addition, Section of drivers who are driving other peoples’ vehicles in the course 154 creates the offence of failing to give information, or wilfully of their employment. On the one hand, this might make a making a false statement, as to insurance or security when claim driver vulnerable, but the law does recognise this and as such made. This can attract up to a Level 4 fine (£2500).

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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okingham, Berkshire-based integrated waste management service supplier, scrap metal dealer and vehicle de-pollution provider, A1 Group, has chosen its first Renault truck as an additional vehicle for its mixed fleet of over 50 vehicles in what the French manufacturer is calling a significant conquest deal.

The new 26-tonne C380 6x2 with rearsteer is fitted with a £60,000 Whale Vacuum Tanker and will be used for emptying drains and cesspits across London.

The new C Range, supplied by Renault Trucks South, will be trialled alongside a Mercedes and a Volvo tanker for three years. It is fitted with a side sensor and four-way camera to meet FORS compliance for London, and it records 24 hours a day to help with pedestrian and cyclist safety on congested London roads.

“I first saw the Range C in action at a

launch event in France and I was immediately impressed,” said operations manager, Dean Knott. “I’ve also heard great things about Renault’s new Euro 6 range, so I wanted to bring one on board and put it head to head with a Mercedes and Volvo and see which one performs the best.

“Aftercare is absolutely crucial for our business and we have been let down badly by other manufacturers and dealers in the past,” he added. “The service and help offered by Renault Trucks South has been second to none and this, along with the vehicle’s performance and the additional pedestrian and cyclist safety features, was key in our minds when we selected Renault for the first time.

“The vehicle has only just gone on the road, but we are very impressed so far and the drivers are very happy. I’ve even driven it myself and it is extremely comfortable,” Knott concluded.

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reight services firm Motis, which took over the Freight Services Agency (FSA) within the Port of Dover at the end of 2012, has announced it is investing £1 million into developing the site to provide truck drivers with improved facilities.

New toilet facilities, showers, launderette, catering and TV lounge will be added to the Motis Freight Clearance and Truckstop Facility in the coming months. Cargo handling facilities are also being upgraded to include ambient, frozen and chilled storage/ transhipment.

A hand truckwash is already in progress and will be opening soon, and the entire site will have free WIFI and discounted international calls will be available.

Motis said safety and security is being improved with 1 km of new fencing, upgraded ANPR and additional CCTV equipment.

Located within the Port of Dover, the 320-space dedicated truck facility also enables operators and drivers to manage the

HGV Levy, Dart Charge, Customs Clearance, TIR Sealing, POD dispatch and digitacho download.

“It has taken a little longer than anticipated to start the key works on site, but meanwhile we have been able to provide an interim service,” said Rob Hardy, Motis FSA general manager. “Going forward, we aim to be the benchmark for truck parking and have many innovative plans to further add value which we will be implementing over the coming months.

“Now that work has started, we can really look to the future and to provide the service levels our customers expect from Motis. The site has been particularly popular with hauliers disembarking in Dover in the evening, parking overnight with us and then paying the HGV Levy on exit, helping to ensure they comply with their legal break requirements.”

The Motis Freight Clearance and Truckstop Facility is located off Lord Warden Square in the Port of Dover’s Western Docks. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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uffolk haulier Bacton Transport has invested in another eight new MercedesBenz Actros tractor units – all of which represent extensions to its fleet.

The latest arrivals are all Actros 2545 models with aerodynamic StreamSpace cabs, and are the subject of a CharterWay contract hire agreement with Mercedes-Benz Financial Services.

They have lined up alongside eight other tractor units from the current Actros generation – five of which were among the first to enter service in the UK, having been on the road since the autumn of 2012, as well as four MegaSpace units from the previous Actros range.

Based in Stowmarket, Bacton’s first Euro 6 trucks are powered by 449 bhp straightsix engines driving through PowerShift 3 automated transmissions. They are

also equipped with optional Predictive Powertrain Control systems, which employs 3D GPS mapping to read three kilometres of topography ahead then responds by controlling speed, braking and the transmission to improve fuel efficiency by up to five per cent.

The introduction of Bacton Transport’s new trucks coincided with the delivery by SDC of six new curtainsided semi-trailers with tail-lifts for horticultural work. Another six trailers are due from Montracon in April.

“We commissioned our first Actros in 2004 and the fuel efficiency and driver acceptance were both very good from the outset,” said company director, Edward Downie. “The newshape Actros have performed particularly well in terms of fuel efficiency, regularly returning over 10 mpg. We look forward to seeing by how much the PPC systems can improve on figures which are already excellent.”

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Letter TESTING TIMES When I was younger, my dad was a long-distance driver doing runs from Liverpool over to Southern Ireland with yeast and other refrigerated loads.

Later, he moved onto the concrete mixers and did a lot of cover work for owner-drivers in the North West.

And this is where I got my thirst for trucking: spending my Saturdays in the passenger seat of a Tarmac Top Mix wagon, left arm out of the window thinking I was the mutts… well, thinking I was pretty special.

My other passion in life was the British Army, and as I could legally soldier before I could legally drive a truck, I joined up in 1997. I was lucky enough to be put forward for my C licence in 1998 (I say ‘lucky’ as my trade didn’t require the licence).

Unfortunately, I was young and easily distracted, and my driving instructor (a middle-aged Bombardier with better things to do with his time than teach me to drive) preferred to

DRIVERS ARE FED UP First, let me say I’m very disappointed in you allowing the anonymous letter which was published as Star Letter in the January issue. Let me highlight why drivers are discontented: basically, it is due to wages.

This is why drivers are fed up: it’s due to the hourly rate for Class 1, which is around £8 to £10 per hour. Yes, that’s why most of us are leaving the industry; it’s mainly for this reason.

Now let’s look at Lidl. They are offering self-stackers over £9 an

sit in road-side cafes and knock off at lunch time.

Needless to say, I failed the test and sadly didn’t get the opportunity to sit it again until October 2014. This time I passed my C licence after four days of training and with only two minor driving faults.

My C+E lessons began the following Monday, and by Thursday lunchtime I had passed the test (again with only two minor driving faults – an achievement of which I am very proud).

So what’s my problem, I hear you say? DCPC is the problem, and more specifically, Initial DCPC Modules 2&4. I cannot find any source material from which to learn the skills I will need to pass the test. I have four years remaining in the Army, and so was hoping to gain as much driving experience as possible with agencies and providing cover for local ownerdrivers in order to fill up my CV for

when I start job hunting. But I am reluctant to enter an examination unprepared, as I neither wish to waste my money or look a fool in front of an examiner.

There are countless websites advertising DCPC courses, but very few providing a comprehensive course for Modules 2&4.

I hope one of your readers calls me a fool and points me in the right direction, as at the moment it is incredibly frustrating. I can see why the industry is under-staffed, and if things continue in this manner I can see no incentive to draw younger drivers into the trade.

Name and address withheld by request

hour in the national press, which, given what we as professional drivers earn, it highlights how much we are worth and why most are turning their backs on the industry.

Now let’s deal with this anonymous letter. For me, it’s screams “I’m not a truck driver”, hence the wording in his letter.

Most of us are fed up with the low wages, long hours, the added problems on the road and road enforcement agencies. Also, there is a lack of parking places for trucks – and yes, we may park in places we shouldn’t, but when journey times are tight and when

we’re being governed by driver’s hours, it’s not easy.

As for negatives, they are increasing every day in the profession, and again it’s due to wages and the added pressure of the job. Most employers still don’t realise how bad the driver shortage is, because if the did, they would realise the money they pay their drivers is the main reason why we have this driver shortage – well, this and the farcical Driver CPC. To any new driver, this is what you have to do: first, obtain a Class 2, which on average is around £1000 (if you pass). Now you have

SNOWED IN

I was wondering if I could get my truck in the next issue of your newspaper? I was driving in Argyle Forest in Scotland a few weeks back when there was bad snow, and I took this picture of my truck.

Nathan Storr By email

If any readers can help fill in the gaps, or have completed Modules 2 and 4 themselves and would like to share their experience with the author of this letter, please let us know at the usual address and we’ll pass it on -ed.

to do the very same thing to obtain a Class 1. Now, given you’re now £2000 lighter, you can now earn £8 to £10 per hour. Not only this, but if you make a mistake on the road and are subjected to points on your licence, this then effects your personal insurance.

So you see, most of us wouldn’t mind a job where you can walk off the street and earn £9+ for working in a supermarket with less stress and hassle.

Alex Truten Class 1 driver and proud of my fellow truckers By email

REST IN PEACE

Vintage Lorry Funerals took Truckstop News reader Dave Creese on his final journey from Barford St. Martin to Salisbury Crematorium on October 27, 2014.

Dave had been a truck driver for most of his life, starting with Gibbs Mew Brewery in Salisbury as a Drayman, and having two spells with them until the brewery was sold in 1998.

He then worked for Gregory Distribution on the Spar contract, Baton Express parcels, and for Fairoak Windows, delivering windows to builders’ merchants and sites.

His last job was for Nicholas & Harris Ltd, a Salisbury-based bakery, and worked there until he became ill.

Dave’s greatest loves were his family, driving and walking in the countryside with his dog, Boss.

Dave is deeply missed by his wife Janet, their children Kirsty, Damian and Olly, and their young families.

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SCANIA DRIVER SCHOOL SETTLES ON SC TRAILERS

SC trailers will be partially loaded during driver training exercises

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chmitz Cargobull has supplied four 13.6 m box body trailers to Scania (Great Britain) Ltd for use in its driver training department.

The S.KO FP25 trailers are part of a refreshment and expansion programme, bringing the total number of trailers in Scania’s training fleet to six. The SC trailers have been deployed across the UK, with individual assets operating from training sites in Avonmouth, Purfleet, Worksop, Newbridge, Milton Keynes and Glasgow.

Scania is using the trailers to train new C+E drivers, which is becoming a growth market as more 3PLs seek to invest in ‘warehouse to wheels’ schemes to tackle an industry-wide driver shortage.

“We selected Schmitz Cargobull because the build quality is so good and we know we can rely on them for support and maintenance,” said Scania (GB)‘s driver

development manager, Mark Agnew. “We plan to run these trailers for 10 years, so we need to be able to trust they will last. Plus, we know Schmitz Cargobull trailers have a great residual value, so they are extremely cost-effective for our business.

“We also want to train drivers on hardware we know will be in use for years to come, so Schmitz Cargobull trailers are ideal for ensuring our trainees are familiar with commonly-used assets,” he added.

The box trailers are equipped with a range of standard equipment, including ferry shackles and load-restraint tracks inside the cargo area.

They also feature ROTOS running gear and incorporate galvanised and bolted chassis.

Scania (GB) trains approximately 1000 drivers each year for a variety of customers.

Training takes place on vehicles in a semiloaded state – each of the new trailers will carry a payload of up to eight tonnes.

SHORT-GAUGE HAULER TAKES TO HIGHWAY Short & sweet: LPPB18 trailer measures just 6.15 m long

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At just 6.15 m long, the LPPB18 plant body is mounted to an 18-tonne MAN TGM 4x2 rigid and can carry loads of up to 9.4 tonnes.

“Many of the customers we need to

reach are located in isolated areas,” said Highway Plant Hire director, Ian Powell.

“The new plant body helps us to achieve excellent vehicle manoeuvrability without sacrificing payload capacity.”

The bespoke-built body features a double crank beavertail connected to a pair of 2.5 m long hydraulic power toe ramps, plus a Ramsey hydraulic winch mounted in the headboard to aid loading and unloading.

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umber-based Clugston So far, 31 Clugston employees have Distribution has reported its taken part in the training scheme. Robert head of logistics, David Heath, Carr, a Clugston Distribution employee has delivered a short presentation on and driver trainer who took part in the the company’s involvement in the Driver DFA training, said: “I feel I have a better First Assist (DFA) initiative at a select understanding of how to manage the Parliamentary reception at the House of scene of an accident and I am more Commons. confident I could give good advice to the Organised by the DFA, Heath used emergency services on how many vehicles the meeting to discuss the importance and casualties may have been involved.” of enhancing driver skills and the value A not-for-profit organisation, the DFA in educating drivers on how to react scheme gives drivers the skills required correctly and with immediacy at road traffic to accurately assess the scene of a road accidents (RTAs). traffic accident and to alert the emergency At the reception, Rob Flello, chair of the services correctly ahead of their arrival.

All Party Parliamentary Group for Freight It is estimated up to 46 per cent of road Transport, addressed the 30 guests which traffic fatalities could be prevented if the consisted of operators, manufacturers, right first aid assistance was available inKelly.

The four winners of RTITB training flank Ice Road Truckers star, Lisa politicians, media and VIPs. those first moments.

WINNERS ALL! the training they received was with a reputable organisation.

Lucky drivers would get the chance to win their 35 hours of periodic training with one of the following Master Driver CPC Consortium members: DLT Training Ltd, Transport & Training Services Ltd, Gist Limited, the RTITB Academy.

Draws to identify winners were carried out twice a day by Ice Road Truckerís star Lisa Kelly at the RTITB marquee.

The lucky winners of 35 hours of periodic With the September 2014 Driver CPC training are: Dave Smith, from Norfolk, deadline fast approaching, this was a prize Andrew Jennings, from Staffordshire, Leslie coveted by all who entered, not only saving Baker, from Kent, and Michael Currie, from themDistribution a great deal oftrailer money,displays but also ensuring Clugston special DFAEssex. livery

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

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M5, J23-A39 towards Glastonbury, Ashcott TA7 9QT Only 10 mins from M5 Bare left at traffic lights.

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Home Cooking • SKY SPORTS • SKY SPORTS Licenced Home Bar now Cooking Open at 6pm every night except Saturdays Open Monday to Thursday 6am-11pm • Friday 6am-10pm Saturday 6am-2pm & Sunday 8am-3pm New shop shop now open New open -- selling selling drivers every day day necessities

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The Heatherghyll THE HUNGRY TRUCKER CAFÉ Largest Established Café/Bar on the M74

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HAKO SWEPT AWAY WITH BESPOKE-BUILD TGM

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rick, Northampton-based machinery firm Hako Machines Ltd has spec’d a bespoke MAN TGM 18.290 truck to carry its recently launched Citymaster 1600 road sweeper to special events.

With each road-sweeper weighing in at three tonnes, Hako required a vehicle that would be able to transport two machines simultaneously for an upcoming demonstration roadshow.

“We are delighted to have taken delivery of this brand new custom-made vehicle,”

said Paul Allen, demonstration manager at Hako Machines Ltd. “We recently launched some extraordinary new machinery and required a truck like this to transport this product up and down the country for our roadshow.

“Although our previous truck had a beavertail ramp, we had problems getting some of our heavier machinery in and out of it, so I approached MAN Truck and Bus Northampton to see what they could do for us – and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.”

Each Citymaster 1600 weighs in at three tonnes

Bespoke-build MAN rigid will be used to transport Hako’s two new roadsweepers MAN enlisted the help of tail-lift manufacturer Dhollandia and Kurt Hobbs Coachworks Ltd to create the truck for Hako Machines.

“We had a cantilever full-closure tail-lift incorporated on to the vehicle,” said MAN sales executive, Scott Munton. “Although it was capable of lifting up to six tonnes, it also needed to be large enough to cope

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This Bluetooth gadget easily clips into your cab to offer an easily installed (and quickly removed) hands-free calling kit for your mobile phone. The HD Voice packs two speakers for extra-loud sound reproduction, two microphones to ensure your side of the conversation doesn’t get lost inside a noisy cab, and two phones can be paired simultaneously. Offering 20 hours of talk time on a three-hour charge and 40 days of standby time, it is an ideal option for long journeys.

These socks from footwear specialist Workforce go above and beyond usual cotton slip-ons. The range includes boot socks, wellie socks, walking socks and socks specifically designed to wear with steel toe cap shoes and boots.

‘Technical’ features include knitted arch support, terry cushion panels for shock absorption, ventilation panels to aid moisture management, and specially treated yarns and bamboo fibres to provide natural antibacterial protection.

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with the sheer size of the utility machine, so we secured additional aluminium flip-over extensions to the truck.

“We finished the TGM off with Alcoa wheels and striking silver paintwork with colour-coding to the arches and bumpers. As the vehicle was for the sales demonstration unit, we felt it was important for it to look the part too,” Munton concluded.

IRON MAX cleaner

■ Manufacturer: Britemax ■ Web: www.britemax.co.uk ■ Price: £15.99 (709 ml), £55.99 (3.78 litres) Britemax has released a new gentle, yet effective cleaner and iron remover that has been formulated to be safe to use on bodywork and all types of truck wheels. The solution removes road grime, dirt and iron deposits, and is particularly good at shifting stubborn brake dust.

It contains no acids or caustic chemicals, and is suitable for use on classic and modern vehicles.

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DAF DRINKS TO BEER FIRM CONTRACT

Eve nts dia ry April 14-16, 2015 Commercial Vehicle Show All the latest trucking tech on display at the Birmingham NEC www.cvshow.com

May 2-4, 2015 Llandudno Transport Festival Picturesque road runs and excellent static truck show at Bodafon Fields, Llandudno www.llantransfest.co.uk

May 3-4, 2015 Truckfest Peterborough The biggest truck celebration on the calendar is back at the East of England Showground, Peterborough www.truckfest.co.uk

May 24-25, 2015 Truckmania!

Modern and vintage trucks on show at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu www.beaulieu.co.uk

July 4-5, 2015 Truckfest South West & Wales The best in the West on display at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern www.truckfest.co.uk The Peach & War Revival One of the largest military vehicle spectaculars in the world at the Folkestone Racecourse, Kent www.warandpeacerevival.co.uk

August 1-2, 2015 Truckfest Scotland Trucks galore at the Royal Highland Centre in Ingliston, Edinburgh www.truckfest.co.uk

August 8-9, 2015 Wessex Truck Show Third outing for this fine new truck show in taking place in Yeovil, Somerset www.wessextruckshow.co.uk

August 15-16, 2015 Truckfest Ireland Show vehicles, monster trucks and more at Balmoral Park, Lisburn www.truckfest.co.uk

September 5-6, 2015 Shropshire Truck Show Family-friendly truck extravaganza at the Oswestry Showground www.shropshiretruckshow.co.uk

September 12-13, 2015 Truckfest South East See the South East’s best vehicles at the Kent Showground, Detling www.truckfest.co.uk

September 19-20, 2015 Truckfest North West Truckfest comes to the North West in this new show at the Cheshire Showground, Knutsford www.truckfest.co.uk

Carlsberg spec’d 30 of its new trucks with three-seater cabs for driver training

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utch truck-maker DAF has won an £11.7m order from Carlsberg UK for 98 new trucks for its in-house national distribution service after a competitive open tender.

The new vehicles will be the first DAF trucks on Carlsberg UK’s distribution fleet for 10 years, and will be based at eight of Carlsberg UK’s regional distribution centres across the country, doing multi-drop deliveries of beer, plus associated items such as gas cylinders.

The 98 vehicles include 15-tonne and 18-tonne LF rigids, plus 26-tonne CF and 6x2 tractors all sporting Carlsberg UK’s new hop leaf livery. The CF tractor units are expected to do an annual mileage of around 130,000 km each, and around 60,000 km each for the LF and CF rigids doing more local deliveries.

Additional safety features fitted include

anti-slip surfaces for the floor, tailgate lift and side guards which also act as access steps, side cameras, a forward camera to record any road incidents and an audible turning warning to alert pedestrians, cyclists and any other road users.

Thirty of the vehicles were also specified with three-seat cabs, so the firm’s driver training programme can train two drivers at a time.

“Driver feedback about the ride quality, cab and drivability has been really positive,” said Carlsberg UK national fleet engineer, Andrew Davis. “Plus there’s even some competitiveness to get the most efficient driving scores from the DPA [Driver Performance Assist] system.

“But the key reason for choosing DAF had to be because it had the best aftercare package from its dealers,” he concluded.

ITALIAN STALLIONS FOR SKY RACING TEAM

September 26-27, 2015 Gathering of the Griffin Show dedicated to everything Scania, with super examples of the Swedish marque on display at the Orwell Crossing Lorry Park, Ipswich. www.facebook.com/griffin. gathering

October 3-4, 2015 Truckfest Original The ‘original’ Truckfest returns to the Newark Showground, Newark www.truckfest.co.uk

Iveco will supply the team with two black Stralis Hi-Ways

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talian truck-maker Iveco has announced it will again feature on the racing jerseys of Sky Racing Team VR46 in the Moto3 World Championship in 2015.

Moto3 is the junior category of the MotoGP World Championship, and the brand has reconfirmed its role as official supplier for the team, which was created in a collaboration between entertainment

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company Sky and VR46, a company owned by international motorsports champion Valentino Rossi.

Iveco will provide two black 500 bhp Stralis Hi-Way Euro 6 4x2 tractor units which have been branded with the team’s colours.

One will be used to transport materials and as a workshop, while the other will serve as a hospitality suite.

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Short Breaks: St Austell

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here is little finer than running away to the countryside for a few days of rest and relaxation. And Cornwall, with its rolling hills, cultural heritage and quaint seaside towns is the perfect county in which to while away a few dreamy days.

A stay near St Austell offers easy access to picturesque seaside locations such as the port of Charlestown. Developed from the late 18th century fishing village of West Polmear, Charlestown has remained relatively unchanged since then.

Particles of mica quartz in the sea near the town give it its turquoise-blue colour.

The now well established Eden Project with its lush Rainforest and Mediterranean Biomes provides an oasis nestled in the hills just a short drive out of town. For the horticulturally

minded, there’s also the peaceful experience of the Lost Gardens of Heligan on your doorstep.

With Easter egg trails, scavenger hunts and wild food foraging throughout the spring, and open air theatre in July, there are always delightful activities to enhance your visit to this tranquil gem.

If you prefer something a little less outdoorsy, Truro is close by and offers shopping, restaurants and an impressive gothic revival cathedral where you can enjoy the peace and beautiful architecture. There are frequent choral concerts throughout the year and until April 12, an exhibition will take you on foot and by ferry following ancient, recently uncovered pathways to reveal contemporary artworks and multi-sensory installations.

Look out for the Truro Festival brochure to discover more.

Where to stay:

Tregongeeves Farm Cottages are characterful barn conversions offering superb fivestar self-catering accommodation set within rolling countryside just outside St Austell.

There’s a welcome pack of local produce waiting for you on arrival, including sausages, eggs, bread and butter for your first breakfast and a cream tea to enjoy as soon as you walk through the door. Wake up to a Sunday newspaper of your choice and enjoy the heated indoor swimming pool. If you’re feeling more energetic, there’s an indoor gym and outdoor tennis court, or why not feed the farm’s many animals? Just be sure to visit The Polgooth Inn for lunch - it’s unmissable!

Current deal: Short breaks available March - June, eg Corner Cottage (sleeps 2) £240 for three nights self-catering in April.

Tel: 01726 68202 Web: www.tregongeeves.co.uk

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DAF FACTORY HITS A MILLION D

utch prime minister Mark Rutte has unveiled the millionth DAF truck to be produced at the Dutch commercial vehicle manufacturer’s factory in Eindhoven.

The truck was then presented to Hungarian operator Bálint Révész, who specializes in bulk and tanker transport.

The first DAF truck was sold on September 1, 1949 – and that year a total of 150 trucks left the factory in Eindhoven. A year later there were more than a thousand – and in 2014, DAF recorded a total of 36,000 trucks rolling off the production line.

“We are very honoured that prime minister Rutte has officially unveiled the millionth DAF truck manufactured in Eindhoven,” said president and CEO of DAF Trucks NV, Harrie Schippers. “That is also due recognition for the 5000 employees in Eindhoven, who daily give their all to supply our customers with trucks and services of the highest quality.”

DAF president Harrie Schippers, haulier Bálint Révész and Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte mark manufacturer milestone

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STENA’S SUPERFERRY SETS IN FOR IRISH CROSSINGS

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erry operator StenaLine has put its new flagship Stena Superfast X ship to work on the crossing from Holyhead to Dublin Port.

The new ship is equipped with 10 decks and offers almost 2 km of lane space for freight traffic and other vehicles, and has the capacity to carry up to 1200 passengers. In addition, the ship can accommodate 4.65 m high trailers.

The operator said drivers will be able to make use of the ship’s exclusive truckers’ lounge, or rest up in one of the vessel’s cabins. Other onboard facilities include a Barista Coffee House, Met Bar and Grill, retail shopping and two free cinemas.

“Superfast X has been designed specifically to accommodate the mix of freight and tourism traffic that’s required for this route, and we are confident our freight drivers will like what they see,” said Stena Line’s head of freight (UK and Ireland), Richard Horswill.

“As well as increasing our capacity with two kilometres of lane space, our ability to accommodate 4.65 m high trailers is a very important addition for our freight customers,” he added.

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Superfast X has 2 km of lane space for freight

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The Stena Superfast X will make two return sailings daily between Holyhead and Dublin, completing the crossing in three hours and 15 minutes. The ship will

operate alongside the Stena Adventurer, which combine to provide up 28 return sailings per week all year round on the route.

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KRONE PEDALS DONATION TO DENNIS BIKING TEAM Dennis Distribution cyclists received £1000 for charity from Krone Trailers

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orkshire- and Lincolnshire-based fresh and frozen foods distributor Dennis Distribution has received a cheque for £1000 from Krone Trailers UK in support of the company’s crosscountry bike racing team, which raises money for charitable causes.

According to Dennis transport manager and racing team member Richard ‘Dickie’ Dale, Dennis Distribution started the team around five years ago in an effort to keep fit.

The five-strong team has since gone on to achieve a number of local successes, and has recently taken part in national events from Cornwall to Scotland – including the British Cross Country Championship in 2014.

“We all work hard here,” Dale said, “and just like most other transport and distribution firms, the hours can be long – which doesn’t leave a lot of time for

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exercise etc. The cross-country bike team has not only enabled a few of us to lose a few pounds, but also we have been able to contribute to some very well deserving causes.”

Family-owned Dennis Distribution supplies farm produce and dairy products to national supermarkets, and uses Krone Cool Liners with on-board temperature monitoring to deliver chilled and frozen product including beef, veal and venison.

The firm also uses Profi Liner curtainsiders to handle general dry freight and palletised goods.

“This contribution from Krone is much welcomed,” Dale concluded. “This gesture, without doubt, is a great investment, not only in a group of people with a passion for cycling sport, but one that can only bring the Krone and Dennis Distribution relationship closer to further and further improve our business dealings.”

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TRUCKSTOP FINALISTS

ROUTE 74 TRUCKSTOP Winners of Truckstop of the Year 2015!!

TRUCK STOP SHOP & CAFÉ 500 YARDS FROM M1 J16 FACILITIES TRUCK STOP OF THE YEAR 2015

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Located 26 miles south of Glasgow at Lesmahagow, junction 10 of the M74

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THE CABIN CAFÉ TEL: 01293 851575

A264, Faygate, Near Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 4SE

Winners of Best Truck Stop for food 2015 ● Warm welcome from friendly staff. ● Overnight parking: £19.00 including. ● Home cooked meal ● Free tea, coffee all night ● Shower ● TV ● Free Wi Fi ● Debit cards accepted.

Closed to public from 6.30pm. Open to overnight parkers only. Local pub 500 yards. Opening times. ● 6.30 am – 6.30 pm Monday to Thursday (overnight parkers from 6.30pm only) ● 6.30am – 1pm Friday ● 6.30am – 11.30 Saturday ● Closed – Sunday.

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Junction 1 M18 (Thru Hellaby Industrial Est) Renowned for its excellent Food, Atmosphere, Entertainment & Reasonable Prices (closed Sat between 10.30 & 4pm) ● Showers ● Restaurant ● Bar ● Wi-Fi ● Parking for 200 Lorries (security man at night)

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