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peeding is a major risk on British become a mobile chicane and a danger roads, but so is driving too slowly to others.” without taking the prevailing road In fact, many professional drivers told Mercedes-Benz has conditions into account, according to the firm it’s the slower, unpredictable announced new research. Arocs, a road user that they worry about the While a large proportion of road most, saying most appear not to have new specialist truck accidents are the result of excessive road sense most others Volvo Trucks has lifted the lid onconventional its for construction speed, slower drivers arework, also a possess. all-new series of heavy significantFH of accidents, claimstrucks,After interviewing truck and van which iscause set toTrucks follow Volvo has in lifted the lid on its and taxi owners, Flexed British car leasing Flexed. drivers, couriers designed withcompany the driver mind said there’s appetite among road users all-new FH series of heavy trucks, onco.uk. the heels of the new The Actros premium and a new focusMercedes-Benz on fuel economy.

The Mercedes-Benz Actros premium The firmnew said new regulations designed not only to take speeding seriously, designed with the driver in mind Actros for long-distance long-haul tractor unit range was the star to prevent ‘middle-lane hogs’ on but also educate long-haul tractor unit range was the starslow drivers who andwhen a focus onBritish fuel economy.

Details were scarce we went to roads are producing ‘results’ in the form contribute to dangerous road conditions. attraction for some of the North-West’s transport and the Antos press ahead of the official launch on attraction for some of the North-West’s of fines going tothe government, but there’s once I’ve nearly rearSeptember 5,Details but Swedish were scarce when weoperators, went to “More than leading road transport at a for leading road operators, at a driving at 30 mph stillheavy-duty some way toahead go toshortgettransport the message ended somebody press of the official on manufacturer told Truckstop News thelaunch launch event staged by leading across that sometimes isn’t a dual carriageway while everybody September 5,slower but the Swedish new FHs will be available in both Euro radius distribution. launch event staged by on leading manufacturer told Truckstop News else the was doing 60-plus,” said one always safer.

5 and 6 form, and pack a dealer vast amount Enza. dealer Enza. new improvements.

FHs availableon in both Euro “Slow drivers canwill be be athe menace HGV driver. “They just seemed to be in of upgrades and rom 2013 onwards, German 5 and 6 form, and pack a vast amount Leading the charge for fuel some roads,” said Flexed spokesperson, another world.” vehicle manufacturer said all its of upgrades and improvements. efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See Mark Hall.

“When drivers don’t keep up Another truck driver said: “My rig is trucks tractor units used for Leading the charge for fuel Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the function News, issue 301). with the prevailing road conditions, they speed-limited to below 70 mph, but I still efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the on- and off-road applications in the “

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Truckstop News went to press, the Artist’s German manufacturer said the design is impression as unusual as the complete truck, which of the new features steel elements on the bumpers, AlsoArocs of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving – Merc a robust radiator guard and optically position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is promises integrated folding new aided bytrucks an increase in the cabʼsconstruction-specifi usable window areac and an Also benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving entry step. will beoftough innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. position, optimised to provide a better view of the road. This is New for the Arocs are the product Stalks and arranged in priority so area the most aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window and an groups Loader and Grounder.

The important ones are now closest to the driver, and the innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. steering wheel 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 greater comfort on maximum permissible weight. leisure time,” Nilsson said.

“A better bed, have to negotiate my way round some board.“The ‘middle-lane hoggers’ from holding cab is optimised both work and The Arocs Grounder is for designed parking cooler, new lighting and low car users who can’t drive to the roadintegrated up traffic and forcing other drivers into leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, operating under difficult noise levels among features, traffic. all increase Centres conditions. It annoys me, and it annoys overtakes intoother faster-moving integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low conditions.

According to Mercedes, the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good across the event gave invited guests their first chance to put the the traffic that builds up as I pass.

“We had doubts over the lanenoise levels among other features, all increase The system, function which works alongside the (Truckstop issue 301).

UK event gave invited guests their first chance to put the sleep, which in turn means less construction sector will beon known under it is of extremely stable and resilient vehicle through its paces UKNews, chance pleasant and aare good I-Shift automated transmission, isroads. claimed They’re a mobile bottleneck andnightʼs a real the hogging law whenrelaxation it firstdrivers came out, Theissystem, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces on premium UK roads. tired and more alert.”

New Actros the ultimate truck for longthe name Arocs. and has been manufactured to be idling speed.

Maximum tractive power a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers are less We give £5 to to cut consumption by five per cent by danger to road safety.” and while enforcement is patchy, it is I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longProduction of uncompromising thealert.”

Volvo FH will start in spring distance transport.

From the outset, designers and tired and more The dump trucks, all-wheel drive and robust for2013 the ranges and twostudies steering front axles. Fourcharity for about the route the truck storing information to cut consumption by five per cent byand from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will Many have produced data that certainly having an effect on motorways distance transport.

From the outset, designers engineers were determined to provide the best possible for the European market.

Productiontoughest of the Volvo FHon will start in spring 2013 dump trucks, concrete mixers, tractor jobs the construction site. every medical bethe achieved by the four engine sizes: axle versions withpose one afront and three drives along.storing “The next time theabout truckthe uses route truck information show slow drivers significant risk and other main roads,” Hall said.

“But engineers were determined to provide the bestand possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity for the European market. the same I-See operates the time drives along.

“The next units and route, drop-side chassis vehicles willthe truck The premiere the Bauma 7.7,uses 10.7, 12.8 and 15.6 litre. The latter rear wide range of air-sprung on theaxles, roads,a simply because they are the fact is,Arocs it tookwill legislation to at force 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 besizes, available as two-, threeand fourtrade fair in April 2013. is completely new and comes in the vehicles, or a load-optimised concretemore likely to be overtaken and tempt people who thought they were driving operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes said to ensure progress is as economical as variants possible,” axle vehicles, with 16 output form of thetonew OM 473 engine. mixerroad chassis drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers other userswith intosingle-tyred risky manoeuvres. safely and slowly to realise this is not tailor vehicles perfectly foreconomical any application. progress is as as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck ranging fromClaes 238 bhp to 625 bhp.

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

Thevehicles current Actros holds the Guinness World Record “Now, we’re not saying slow drivers of actually the case.

Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck Corporation. or 0870 6091540 The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have The engines have been designed setting an example with its drive system. are new Arocs versions available straight off doing anything illegal,” Hall said.

“This isn’t a witch hunt against slow Corporation.

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

An additional five per cent saving in fuel “They’re not, and they probably count drivers,” Hall added, “because heaven 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 use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel standard, and the trucks will be by the PowerShift 3 automated The Arocs has seven available themselves as some of thecabs safest drivers knows there’s enough bad drivers with Package.

This package encompasses while Euro 6 version shows regulations, a transmission, four per when the specified meet Euro 5 emissions Package.

This package encompasses available forultra-clean ordertoas a Euro 6 fitted as a standard. Drive on in 14 different Asthere’s supplements lead boots. What we’re suggesting is the road. Butversions. the fact is, training and monthly assistance – Fuel cent whileimprovement. the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows–aFuel four per training and monthly assistance Cotswold Medicals Ltd version only. programs are available which have been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or careful, and there’s over-compensating motorists are more aware of the traffic Advice – and its aim is to cut fuel costs by Theimprovement.

81 guests took turns to head 17-mile Coverdale House Advice – and its aim is toout cut on fuela costs bytest cent The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be to the point of driving without due care.” conditions, and drive accordingly.

Little Sodbury End changing driving styles and increasing drive, chosen to simulate a out variety typical test changing styles and increasing Thecarefully 81 guests tookdriving turns to head on aof17-mile Bristol BS37 6QE 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 Flexed pointed to the recent “Speeding kills, but driving like a Research showed more and more motorists are becoming concerned with knowledge of how to drive for maximum conditions.

The route included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical Charges include VAT Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. implementation for laws to prevent tortoise can sometimes be risky too.” exhaust-gas turbocharger Thedualdrive configurations offered for a level cab floor. fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads.

Each ofand the four demonstrator overly conditions. slow drivers driving 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

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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.

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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.

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suzu Truck (UK) Ltd is celebrating the hris Brooker-Carey of Barrowford, finals of its annual nationwide Dealership near Burnley, Lancashire, has won Renault Range T480 Challenge, which took place over a whole the UK Final of Scania’s 2015 Young is fitted with day at its HQ in Amco Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

European Truck Driver competition and has Veba 936 crane The six finalists out of ITUK’s 63 been awarded the title of Young UK Truck dealerships had to progress through two Driver of the Year. exceptionally tough earlier online rounds Organised by Scania and supported by before qualifying for the finals. They were Michelin, Young European Truck Driver is the then confronted by a series of challenges that world’s largest road safety and driving skills tested every aspect of their skills, knowledge competition. The event has been designed and professional expertise to the limit. to promote and encourage the highest “We set up the Dealership Challenge to standards of road-craft. find the very best people and companies in In finishing first, Chris Brooker-Carey our nationwide network,” said Peter Murphy, fought off challenges from seven other managing director of ITUK. “It is also a way of contenders who had been shortlisted assessing the ability of our dealer network to following a challenging online theory test. ensure we continue to deliver the very highest As the UK winner, Chris received a cheque levels of care, sales expertise, parts and for £500, a magnum of champagne, a service technical skills.”

Driver’s Goodie Bag courtesy of Michelin, The finalists of the 2014 Dealership and a place at the European Final which was Challenge were AK Commercials Bristol, taking place as we went to press.

Proud finalists from the 2014 Isuzu Dealership Challenge Ferndown Commercials Dorset, DT Trucks “I’m speechless, excited and very Essex, Imperial Commercials Glasgow, Harry determined – I’ll do everything I can to “For me personally, every day is a Kevin Archer, director of AK Commercials Moore Commercials Exeter and MC Truck & ensure I give it my best shot,” said Chris ‘teaching and learning day’. We think Isuzu in Bristol, said:” “It was absolutely wonderful Bus Kent. after receiving his trophy. raised the barsaid this the yearfirm’s – it was tough last to belines, a finalist again and in the Isuzu Truck The winners include a Full Dealership Wellington trucks regularly track sleepers ballasts for TfL/ haulier The nfield-based runner-up in general the UK Final was Chris Brooker-Carey took top award UKeven competition year,a but tougher this time, though still Dealership Challenge for thethe second year at Scania’s and an Authorised Ltd Repairer plus twoaTop pull lot of weight – up to 22 tonnes – London Underground as well as fabrication Evenheights has selected new David Hall of Arbroath, with Ryan Connolly very enjoyable and not too stressful. running.

We filocal eldedsteelworks. exactly the same team Master Technicians, who are sent to Japan around the challenging city streets of and RSJs for Renault Range T for its heavy-duty European Truck Driver, but also through of Newark taking third place. Their (Great Britain) MD, Claes Jacobsson.

“We’ll defiits nitely enterneed againtonext year. as“I’ve last year.

Webeen haveaafan wonderful team at AK to participate in the global I: 1 Grand Prix London, be tough, always of Renault trucks haulage work for thethem London our own so driver vehicles training programme, which achievements saw taketransport £350 and “Young European Truck Driver is a fantastic It’s a great way to the keep us“The on our toes Tand Commercials and everyone works to3a very challenge at Isuzu Motors Japan, competing reliable and up to job.

Range has and it was time to retire an old Euro network. seeks to produce drivers who are both fuel£250 respectively together with a magnum event which showcases the abilities of all meetbeen otheron top ITUK dealerships too,” Archer high standard.

We’re all very us hands-on and against Isuzu Truck technicians from around only the road for a couple of weeks, workhorse which has served really well The 44-tonne Range T480, supplied and efficient and safe. This is especially important of champagne and a Michelin Driver’s contestants and underlines the importance concluded. passionate about what we do. owner, the world. by Norfolk Truck & Van Ltd at but are really happythe so intensity far. The drivers over the years,” said Evenheights maintained herewe in the UK, where of traffic Goodie Bag. of drivers and their road safety skills. are impressed and have said a lovely, at Colin Wellington.

“I’d heard great things Enfield, joined Evenheights’ three-strong fleet demands the highest possibleit’sstandards “I am delighted for Chris and congratulate “Promoting a safer environment is a key powerful about Range T, and we getYoung great in October.

The vehicle is fitted Amco all times.”vehicle that just keeps going.” him wholeheartedly on his win,”with saidanScania part ofthe ournew work, not only through The family-owned business was back-up and service from our local dealer, Veba 936 crane and has a 45 ft all-steer established in 1986 and offers general Norfolk Truck & Van, who looks after us very trombone trailer, which extends to 90 ft when haulage to the transport and steelworks well. required. industries across London and surrounding “Taking everything into consideration, I Working the night shift on London’s materials “We enjoy a the verynew healthy relationship areas. decided to put Range T into action.” streets, uilding the new Range Tsolutions deliversprovider railway CEMEX UK has added a fleet of with MAN, and have done so for many ardcrete of Kings Langley, without spillage.

“Speed of service is so important in this 27 new MAN TGX 26.440BLS 6x2 years,” said Dave Hart, national cement Hertfordshire has taken delivery of “My wife, Fiona, and I started the business industry and this is only achievable through tractor units for operation out of its cement logistics & terminals manager. “High on our a new FL818 equipped with a 4 m³ back in September 2000 with one truck,” employing the best operatives, running the production plant in Rugby. agenda is fleet efficiency; uptime is critical capacity CIFA concrete drum mixer from Volvo said Hardcrete managing director, James most effective equipment, partnering with the Sixty MAN units now make up the majority and we have to know MAN shares that Truck and Bus Centre London.

Harding. “We now operate eight mixer and right suppliers and fully utilising technology of the 90-strong CEMEX Cement Logistics commitment.

The mixer was supplied and fitted in four concrete pumping trucks and employee such as real-time vehicle tracking and smart fleet.

“The support we receive from MAN Truck Peterborough by the Italian company’s UK 15 people.” communication as business tools,” he said.

Thehe new MAN fleet has been acquired Nuneaton allows us to meet these deadline is now up for voting with & Bus agent, Spanners Mixer Hire Ltd. Harding said he believed the company’s “I would say we’ve achieved our aims Repairin& our Maintenance cover and on aNews fivekey requirements. Together, we have formed Truckstop Operating atprestigious 18 tonnes GVW, the short ability to not only stay the course through the in all four areas, and the result is the SPONSORS OF TRUCKSTOP year financial package through MAN Financial a strong operational partnership.”

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4x2 wheelbase configuration with2015 day cab financial crisis, but also grow, has been down business we have today, serving Services.

Already in service, the new MANs are competition, in association features upgraded leaf springs with at theH&G rear to to the combined mixing and pumping service in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, To complement itsthe focus on safety, CEMEX helping to move the two million tonnes per Recruitment – and running is as hotly enable the mixer drum to carry its full load offered – and also its agility.

Buckinghamshire and, crucially, the city of CEMEX will operate its new TGX tractors has specified range of additional vehicle annum of bulk powder product from Rugby contested as aever.

London.” out of its Rugby cement production plant safety equipment in line with its existing fl eet. to a number of customers around the UK. Hundreds of readers have let us Of the 12-strong fleet, four units are know the names and locations of the Volvo and all are in pristine condition. “The truck stops they think are the best in the whole philosophy here is to look after the country for food, facilities and parking, equipment,” Harding said. and the Truckstop News team is currently The Volvo units are all on Gold R&M hard at work sifting through the entries contracts, which means repair and and compiling a shortlist of the most maintenance as well as the company’s eightfuel system defects and issued over 1500 on the road network, the Department for Driver and Vehicle Standards popularheestablishments. weekly O-licence inspections are simply taken prohibitions to vehicles with defective fuel Transport (DfT) asked DVSA to review announced it is We’llAgency publish(DVSA) the listhas in the next care of by Volvo. “This is so convenient it systems,” the blog said. the sanctions it issued at the roadside a crack down on defective edition launching of the paper, upon which terms of practicalities and financial planning,” “We’ve reviewed our sanctions for for vehicles with defective fuel tanks and fuel systems in a bid to reduce dangerous we’ll dispatch our top-secret he added. defective fuel systems and agreed some systems. fuel spills on UK roads. team of anonymous judges who The new Volvo FL has already earned its changes with DfT. The main difference is Last year, HA reported 255 fuel spills, According to the DVSA’s Moving On will pay a visit to each of the spurs at Hardcrete. “Agility as a business is we’ll now only issue immediate prohibitions including on dual carriageways and onlineand blog, the Agency will be taking a cafés make an independent important, but agile and manoeuvrable trucks for defective fuel systems and leaks,” it motorways, resulting in lane closures and “more robust” toof vehicles with assessment of approach the quality the are critical too,” he concluded. “Working in continued. significant delays. defectiveand fuelservice systems September 1. facilities onfrom offer.

London, you wouldn’t believe just how many DVSA said an immediate prohibition will DVSA said aside from the obvious risks “It’s once not acceptable to contaminate the And the appraisals ‘tight spots’ are,or butineffective the Volvo fuel FL iscap yet be given forthere missing to road safety, it takes an average of five road surface orwe’ll to drive a vehicle in such are complete, name the to be thwarted! or sealing arrangement; fuel leak caused by hours to clear a fuel spill, which causes poor condition that a fuel spill is likely,” the winners!

“It is an contaminating excellent truck for residential work a defect, the road surface; major disruption to traffi c. blog post read.

Thanks to all readers who such as basements, driveways or insecure fuel tankunderpinning, where detachment is “During roadside checks between 2013 It said a Highways Agency voted thisfollowing year – and believe us, and floor slabs and the driver really likes it, imminent. to 2014, DVSA examiners detected 2390 (HA) report on the effect offind diesel fuel spills we’re as eager as you to out saying it is lovely to drive.”

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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 North-West’s transport Antos press ahead of and theto official launch on expected for our industry.” roles fithe ll and a period attraction for some of the theusually 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 the Swedish new FHs will be available in both Euro radius distribution. launch event staged programmes by leadingare thorough and business is on the hunt for 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, and 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 A-pillars, 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 cu 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, all nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means drivers chance of pleasant relaxation and a tired and more alert.” a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers Production of thealert.”

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5 and 6 form, and pack a dealer vast amount Enza.ongoing throughout a driver’s employees. dealer new improvements.

FHs will be availableEnza. in both Euro 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 News, issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to put the construction sector will beon known under available. vehicle through its paces UKisroads.

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

New Actros the ultimate premium truck for longthe name Arocs. idling speed.

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

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

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

“The next time theprovide truck uses about route truck storing information engineers were determined to provide the bestand possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity 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 fl 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 an example with its drive system. new Arocs versions available straight off Corporation.

An fuel additional five cent saving in personnel, Transline works “Transline Group isseven afive great new per cent cent more frugal for economy atper 40istonnes gvw, butfuel road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line.

Anmodel additional per 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 typical changing driving styles and increasing The 81volume guests took turns to head on aof17-mile test fastest growing one of the UK’s to the of work coming our asdriving in-lineconditions. six-cylinder engines with varied range of applications. fitted with spacious 2.5 m variants with knowledge ofknowledge how toThe drive for maximum ofroute to drive for maximum included singleand dualdrive, 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 forfuel additional fuel savings.

“Ishould make for additional savings.

“Ilogistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 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 With its cars newpiloted Volvo by FHprofessional series, Volvo is ʻpushing 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 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 be Actros believed will belitres an all-round package.

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Theunbeatable driving fantastic and trucks if theActros fuel On-road manners have received much attention, Volvo iswas claiming the new 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.

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Bodied with a 17,000-litre LPG pressure vessel by Lakeland Tankers, the Calor said its LF offers a significant 500 kg weight advantage over competitor chassis.

The new DAF/Lakeland Tankers ‘Minibulk’ specification is the first in the UK to receive Whole Vehicle Type Approval through the Individual Vehicle Approval process.

Equipment also includes LPG pumping and metering equipment, and a wealth of interlocks and other safety devices – which combine to offer an unladen weight of 9750 kg.

As part of the same fleet delivery package, Calor Gas has also ordered 27 DAF LF 210 FA chassis at 15 tonnes GVW, and three LF 150 FA 7.5-tonners – all with Cartwright bodies – for its gas cylinder distribution operation.

Fifty one units on order thus far in 2015 follow a delivery of 64 Euro 6 DAF trucks previously in 2014, meaning DAF now makes

up over 90 per cent of Calor Gas’s fleet of over 550 vehicles.

“This is the first time we’ve gone out to tender for many years,” said David Brown, fleet asset manager at Calor Gas, “and I’m delighted we’ve proved ourselves correct with our previous and long-standing DAF purchase policy.

“DAF really led the pack on weight,” he said. “Including all the bodywork and equipment, anything under 10 tonnes is good – so 9750 kg offers us a real scope to boost productivity.”

The new DAFs will be based at Calor Gas’s nine sites throughout the UK. “We remain very satisfied indeed with the aftersales support we receive from DAF and from Ford & Slater in particular,” Brown concluded. “It’s the no-quibble, ‘go-the-extramile’ policy that separates DAF from other truck manufacturers. We operate out of nine locations nationwide, each with workshop facilities, and DAF even provides detailed training courses for our vehicle technicians.

It’s that sort of support that keeps us with DAF.”

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Calor’s ‘Minibulk’ DAF LF is fitted with Lakeland Tankers LPG pressure vessel

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allyshannon, north-west Irelandbased UK and European transport operator North West Carriers has added six Krone Profi Liner curtainsiders to its fleet, which the firm said have increased loading flexibility and improved load security all round.

Established in 1994, the company provides a range of transport services, including groupage and hazardous loads, IBCs and food ingredients to destinations throughout the UK and the continent.

“We have direct accounts with all major ferry operators which provides immediate access to all European ports and beyond,” said co-director Paul Dolan. “And given the diverse nature of our operation which includes foodstuffs,

IT equipment and hazardous cargo, we needed a strong but flexible trailer to cope with any type or size of load.”

NWC specified the Profi Liners for their ability to load through the roof and for the trailer’s Multi Lock load security system which, using up to 130 lashing points on each side rave, allows virtually any load to be secured at any point along the trailer bed.

“Our service not only operates on long-haul routes, but also includes multidrop schedules,” Dolan added, “and this requires a fast method of securing the load in the safest way possible. This enables us to provide our customers with an efficient service and added assurance regarding the safe and sound delivery of their goods.”

ales of commercial vehicles have reached an all-time high in the first quarter of 2015 as confidence builds in the British economic recovery.

According to new figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 108,456 trucks and vans were registered between January and March 2015 – marking the best quarter on record.

March was also the third consecutive month of increased truck demand, which has risen by 41 per cent so far this year.

The SMMT said the latest figures come as a “huge boost” to the sector, which is a barometer for the UK economy and which suffered badly during the recession.

In 2009, just 221,132 commercial vehicles were registered – down from 388,488 in 2007. The past 12 months have seen 384,120 registrations, and SMMT said it expected demand to remain strong in the months ahead.

The feeling among some pundits is some truck operators are returning to the market having held off new purchases during the

recession years. In addition, attractive finance offerings from manufacturers are also making it easier for hauliers to invest in new trucks.

“Commercial vehicles are crucial to the functioning of Britain’s economy and these latest figures paint a very encouraging picture,” said Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive. “As business confidence grows, demand for the latest trucks and vans is now back to pre-recession levels – outpacing the rest of Europe.”

Hawes said there had been a “clear shift” towards larger vehicles in the sector in the first three months of the year, and said three-axle articulated trucks have seen a sharp increase in registrations as operators seek to make fleets as flexible and costeffective as possible.

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British road network.

DfT said the levy is proving a “huge success” – though reminded early adopters of the annual payment option that their levy may now be due for renewal.

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orthamptonshire-based haulage, distribution and warehousing group Wreford’s Transport has reported significant fuel savings and improved driver performance during the first 12 months’ use of Driver Dashboard – a new in-cab performance monitoring and communication system from Verilocation Tracking Solutions.

With around 150 drivers and 100 vehicles on the road, including 17- and 26-tonne rigids, Euroliner curtainsiders, box trailers, skeletal and super cube trailers, Wreford’s provides full load, groupage and multi-drop services throughout the UK and Europe.

“With such a large and diverse fleet, and with literally hundreds of ever-changing delivery schedules to manage, we realised the need for a system which could provide closer monitoring and control of driver and vehicle performance,” said director, Andy Wreford.

“To this end, we selected Driver Dashboard and find it to be an invaluable tool – not only to help with ongoing driver training and improvement, but also to keep us abreast of any vehicle problems as they might occur.”

Driver Dashboard automatically connects the vehicle’s on-board CANbus system with the traffic office to inform about impaired vehicle performance as soon as it occurs.

This enables Wreford’s to take corrective action before any serious damage or loss occurs.

“Just recently, we received updates from

Firm said its new driver monitoring system is saving it money

the Driver Dashboard to let us know a particular driver appeared to be driving in an erratic manner and that the fuel consumption was high,” Wreford said.

“It transpired the vehicle was to blame, owing to a split intercooler, which was causing power loss. Once rectified, we immediately improved fuel consumption by 18 litres per day. Had we not had the device in operation, who knows how long the

problem would have remained undetected?”

Working in tandem with Wreford’s longrunning GPS vehicle tracking and route optimisation, also supplied by Verilocation, Driver Dashboard enables Wreford’s driver trainer, Vincent Sones, to closely manage individual driver training programmes.

“The system gives drivers the chance to monitor their own ‘am’ and ‘pm’ scores.

For example, harsh braking, acceleration,

over-torquing, over revving and idling – all these things are constantly monitored, which allows us to look at the history and to make adjustments where necessary,” Sones said.

“This not only saves on fuel, but achieves ‘passive safety’. This means that when a driver is more alert and concentrating on the job in hand, he often will be less tired or prone to distraction. It is a subtle feature, but an enormous benefit.”

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empston Hardwick, Bedfordshirebased G Moore Haulage is taking delivery of its seventh MAN TGM18.250 with HYVA skip-loader body and HYVA sheeting system fitted by Thompsons (UK) – which marks the 200th vehicle to be supplied through MAN’s Truck to Go (TTG) scheme.

According to MAN, TTG aims to significantly reduce lead times for customers and cuts the need to wait for a factory build slot for their vehicle.

“This order brought us our 200th sale under the scheme and clearly highlights the convenience and benefits of the programme, where vehicles are ready to go straight away to meet customer demand,“ said MAN TTG representative, Neil Stoddart.

omTom Telematics has launched a new tool called WEBFLEET OptiDrive which offers drivers predictive realtime driving advice to boost fuel efficiency.

The system uses vehicle and map data to advise commercial drivers when to take their foot off the accelerator or shift gear, and what their optimum speed should be.

“OptiDrive 360 marks a ground-breaking development that allows businesses to work more closely with their drivers in a bid to create lasting change to driving standards,” said Thomas Schmidt, managing director, TomTom Telematics. “The innovation has been developed following years of detailed research conducted in cooperation with the EU ecoDriver Project.”

Pre-trip, OptiDrive 360 provides drivers with best-practice advice on how to drive safely and fuel-efficiently. Direct feedback and driving advice is offered during the trip

MAN Salesman Scott Munton added: “With MAN Trucks To Go, we offer our customers an extensive stock of ready new vehicles. Most modern transport solutions are available, from the construction, heavyduty transport, municipal, long-haul and distribution transport sectors.

“In this instance, we caught the vehicles mid-build and were able to personalise them to G Moore’s specification.“ Company owner Glen Moore said: “We will have eight MANs in our fleet when this order is completed and we hope this will be the start of a continued relationship with MAN. “The vehicles are lighter than our previous fleet and have given us a greater payload, which we appreciate.“

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to actively coach the driver. After the trip, a snapshot analysis is available to review the trip statistics.

All information is displayed via the driver terminal.

TomTom said its WEBFLEET service provides managers with dashboards that allow them to easily highlight trends in driving behaviour. A series of in-depth reports then enables them to drill deeper for greater analysis and to compare the whole fleet.

OptiDrive 360 scores drivers based on a total of eight performance indicators – speeding, driving events, idling, fuel consumption, green speed, coasting (release gas while in gear), gear-shifting and constant speed – which TomTom suggested can be used as the basis for performance reviews, training and driver benchmarking.

TomTom said its OptiDrive system can help improve driving efficiency

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T480 4x2 Sleeper cab with Comfort pack 12.8-litre DTI 13, six cylinder inline 353 kW (480 bhp) 2400 Nm Optidriver 12-speed automated manual

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T520 4x2 High Sleeper cab with flat floor and Comfort pack 12.8-litre DTI 13, six cylinder inline 382 kW (520 bhp) 2550 Nm Optidriver 12-speed automated manual

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The Recaro seats have adjustable side and lumber support and give 20 cm of slide to accommodate extra leg room, and the steering wheel column provides height, depth and rake adjustment. The wraparound dash (built as a single unit) has an intuitive control arrangement, though drivers are free to relocate button clusters should they prefer an alternative layout.

The upper bunk is accessed by ladder and can be converted into storage via a fold-up lip, while the extending lower bunk measures 80 cm wide and has a comfortable, high-density mattress. Three ambient lighting modes (driving, night driving and rest) can be accessed via multi-function wired remote.

We were given the opportunity to test drive a T480 with Sleeper cab and flagship flatfloored T520 High Sleeper on a run that took us around picturesque Normandy.

For the first stage, we set off from Renault’s factory in Blainville, and the route took us along a mixture of motorway, rural

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For the other three variants, the engine tunnel measures 200 mm.

Boosted efficiency comes from the new Euro 6 DTI engines. The T can be spec’d with 10.8-litre units at 380, 430 or 460 bhp (producing 1800, 2050 and 2200 Nm of torque respectively), or 12.8-litre lumps offering 440, 480 or 520 bhp (at 2200, 2400 and 2550 Nm torque). High Sleeper versions come with the DTI 13 only.

Alongside this is an updated version of the firm’s Optidriver automated transmission, which is fitted as standard – though an optional B14 manual gearbox can be fitted if required.

Renault has bolstered the T with a host of safety features, including a lane departure warning system, adaptive cruise control which maintains a safe distance from the vehicle in front, frontal collision warning, electronic traction control and a hill-start aid.

In addition, the new electronic parking brake is automatically applied when the engine stops to avoid inadvertent rolling.

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Easing out of the factory exit, we headed for the Autoroute to let the T stretch its legs. Pulling onto the right-hand lane, the truck was up to speed fast as Optidriver smoothly worked its way up the gearbox.

Once we were cruising, we tried out the Eco Cruise Control with Optiroll, which enables drivers to select between three settings: optimised fuel consumption, improved fuel consumption at the expense of cruising speed, and fixed speed. The first two work to keep the truck travelling within set speed boundaries, with individual upper and lower limits for uphill and downhill driving, and it proved effective

along the easy undulations we encountered.

After a handful of junctions, we joined an A-road leading to the coast. Here we threaded the truck along tight, winding lanes and through picturesque (and narrow, double-parked) village centres. Steering and handling proved both light and positive throughout. Visibility has also been improved in comparison to the Premium thanks in part to a refined mirror design.

The 480 and 520 bhp DTI engines proved capable performers. We didn’t face much in the way of steep inclines, but on a protracted climb out across the fields towards Arromanches, the T was no slouch.

The last of the major manufacturers to launch its Euro 6 trucks, Renault has used the extra development time to ensure its new range offers a step up in terms of quality. The T clearly has a confident, premium look and feel, with a higher grade build that should not only ensure the truck goes the distance, but also provides a decent residual value for operators looking to safeguard their investment.

TROJAN TAKES HEAVY PRIZE FOR INNOVATION

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LE’s recently unveiled, British-built heavy-haul Trojan truck has scooped up a major prize for innovation at The Heavies – an awards ceremony run in association with the Heavy Transport Association (HTA).

Designed by ALE engineers and produced in the UK, the Trojan was launched in October 2014 and was touted as the first in the next generation of vehicles in the heavylift industry and a major breakthrough in capability, fuel efficiency and reliability.

At the awards ceremony in Bruntingthorpe on March 27, judges praised ALE for developing a solution for complex technical challenges and providing a new way of addressing everyday operational issues.

“As a company, we are always striving to lead the way in innovation, and it’s great to win this award on behalf of the Trojan team and to be recognised for all of our hard work and dedication in creating the truck,” said ALE’s Trojan truck designer, Gary Butler.

“It has taken a long time to get the truck where it is today, and without the help and dedication of all those who have assisted it wouldn’t have been possible.”

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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 ADVERTORIAL engineers were determined to provide the best possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers to tailor vehicles perfectly for any application.

The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have shown the new model is seven per cent more frugal when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows a four per cent improvement.

The 81 guests took turns to head out on a 17-mile test drive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical driving conditions. The route included single- and dualMark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. carriageway roads.

EachHinchliffe of the four demonstrator ontinuing his review of successfully completed accident claims, Steven person’s life (physically, emotionally and financially) and although using the existing legal provided the that event made 10 journeys a total looks at another situation experienced by atrucks reader of Truckstopfor News ultimately process to- make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly compensate for of almost 700particular miles covered on look the day. the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can help not only by providing financial relief by lead to an award of personal injury compensation.

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Steven Hinchliffe bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, and 11.8 mpg in the 450 bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also enjoyed ‘hot of laps’ of the Oulton Park circuit in two-seater racing piloted by professional drivers.

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It involved one vehicle running into the back of another causing injury to the innocent driver of the vehicle in front. Liability would surely be a formality, with the injured man receiving a swift payment of compensation. As you will gather it turned out to be quite a different story, and not a good advert for certain accident claims lawyers or the insurance industry!

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One of the most common topics which fills my inbox relates to the offence of failing to provide information as to the identity of a- Accident driver,Spot so Feature this article will News look- at the342.indd common 6 - Hinchcliffes Solicitors in Truckstop Issue 1 themes in the queries I receive, what exactly the offence is and how it arises, whether there are any defences and what the penalties are.

This offence often occurs where a request for information as to the identity of a driver has been sent to the registered keeper of the vehicle. This request often comes with the Notice of intended Prosecution.

Failure to complete and return the notice confirming the identity of the driver can give rise to an offence under section 172 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, which states: Where the driver of a vehicle is alleged to be guilty of any of certain offences then: (1) the person keeping the vehicle must give such information as to the identity of the driver as he may be required to give by or on behalf of a chief officer of police; and (2) any other person must, if required as stated above, give any information which it is in his power to give and may lead to identification of the driver.

A person who fails to comply with such a requirement is guilty of an offence. A person is not, however, guilty of an offence by virtue of (1) above if he shows they did not know,

and could not with reasonable diligence have ascertained, who the driver of the vehicle was.

Where a body corporate is guilty of such an offence and the offence is proved to have been committed with the consent or connivance of, or to be attributable to neglect on the part of, a director, manager, secretary or other similar officer of the body corporate, or a person who was purporting to act in any such capacity, he, as well as the body corporate, is guilty of that offence and liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly.

As stated, there is a defence if you did not know who the driver was and could not with reasonable diligence ascertain who the driver was. Also under section 172 (7) (b)a person would not be guilty of such an offence if they show it was not reasonably practicable for them to give the information.

Whilst the the case of R (on application Purnell) v Snarebrook Crown Court states that section 172 does not impose a duty on the registered keeper to be available at the registered address to receive such communications, a failure to be so available is a factor which may make it very difficult to raise this defence.

It is expected that an individual will have due diligence in providing for and dealing with their post if away from the address.

The Courts have held the offence does not require knowledge on the defendant’s part that they were under an obligation to provide the specified information. Under22/04/2015 the Criminal Procedure Rules service could be effected by post even if the defendant had not in fact received the notice. The burden will be on the defendant to satisfy the magistrates it was not reasonably practicable for the defendant to have given the information and he failed to do that. A defendant did not have a defence under s.172(7) (b) merely by virtue of the fact that they had no knowledge the notices were sent. However in an appropriate case, a defendant might be able to show in such circumstances that it was not reasonably practicable for them to have been aware of the notice, in which case the defence would apply.

If an individual accepts they have not acted with due diligence in terms of dealing with their post, for example by failing to have suitable arrangements for dealing with the post or a mail re-direction service in place if away, then this may create difficulties in establishing a defence.

A fine is applicable, and according to the Magistrates’ Courts Sentencing Guidelines, the fine starting point is level C – which means 150 per cent of the relevant weekly income and six penalty points.

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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My partner and I both work in the haulage industry – my partner is an HGV driver and I work in the offices. We recently got married and he used his lorry for his wedding car, and he would love the picture of his truck to appear in your newspaper.

My hubby’s name is Chris Carter, and we both work for my uncle’s haulage firm – Paul Starkey Transport Ltd, based in the Midlands.

We met at work about five years ago, and got together two years later – and now

he can’t escape, ha ha!

We got married at The Castle Hotel in Tamworth on Easter Sunday (April 5, 2015). His lorry is his pride and joy, so it seemed appropriate for him to arrive in her, driven there by my cousin David Starkey, who is also a director of the company.

It was a fantastic day – the sun made an appearance, emphasising how shiny ‘she’ was!

Natalie Carter By email Thanks for your email, Natalie.

May we offer our congratulations to you and Chris and wish you all the best for your future together –ed.

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Please can you help me with an insurance company that refuses to honour its obligations? I had an own fault accident when I slid off the road on black ice and put my truck on its side in a field. I was lucky to escape with cuts, bruises and a shoulder injury, which I still have.

I organised recovery and unloading of the truck, fence repair, and for the reinstatement of the field. The unit and trailer was inspected I was told by garage owner that it was a total loss, and that he had been contacted several times by a salvage company who wanted to collect the outfit. Noone contacted me and I did not let it go.

It was not until I got in touch with the insurance ombudsman that the insurer actually contacted me. I tried contacting them on a number which the insurers gave me. In one instance, 40-50 times in one week, still with no answer and no call back. Since then, they have decided to fix the unit, as the original inspection engineer was, in their words, ‘incompetent.’

As the weeks went on, they changed their minds again, saying it was not viable. By this time, the trailer value had been agreed and my bank details had been given to the insurers.

To date, I still have not received any money from them – an insulting and below market offer was made on the unit; around £15k below market value.

I have not heard from them or had

This new DVD from the Beeb may well be one of the last Top Gear road trips to feature Jeremy Clarkson after his recent departure from the show, but it’s still a goon ’un. In this, the 11th Top Gear Special, Clarkson and co take a trio of V8 sports cars on a gruelling 1600-mile trip across Patagonia. As ever, there are mishaps aplenty along the way. Also included is a 55-minute recut of the team’s recent Australian road trip, which is a nice bonus.

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any of my emails returned for the last couple of months. I am an owner-driver with one truck and am entitled to no government help; a life-long truck nut being put out of business by insurers after 30 years’ hard work.

Name and address supplied David Glover, our resident legal expert, says: I am sure everyone who reads your letter will appreciate your feelings on this subject. Below I have tried to give an overview of what the issues are in a situation like this.

If your vehicle has been stolen or so badly damaged in an accident that your insurer decides it is a “total loss” (or “write-off”) and is not worth repairing, you are entitled to receive an amount equal to the vehicle’s market value immediately before it was damaged - and the insurer should offer this amount straight away.

The “market value” is the likely cost of buying a vehicle as near as possibly identical to the one that has been stolen or damaged beyond economic repair. The market value used should be the value at the time of the incident giving rise to the claim.

A usual approach when assessing the value of vehicles is to consult the major motor vehicle trade guides.

These guides are published regularly and provide detailed information on the valuation of most makes and models.

Trade guides may only represent the “guide trade value,” that is the price

a motor trader would pay, and not therefore the correct “market value” which you, a member of the public, would expect to pay at retail.

It is important to check your policy wording. Some polices will only cover on an “agreed value” basis. If you have agreed the value of the vehicle on entering the policy, you may only be entitled to receive the “agreed value” and not the market value.

If you are unhappy with the offer from the insurance company: ● Talk to the insurer. Ask how they have valued the vehicle and what trade guides (if any) they have checked; what allowance has been given, for example, for the vehicle’s mileage or condition, or any unusual or additional features or modifications? ● Tell the company what you think the vehicle is worth and why. Keep in mind, however, that the insurance company is unlikely to take into account vehicle prices from adverts.

If you are not happy with your insurer’s response, or you do not receive a response within eight weeks, contact the Financial Ombudsman.

The Financial Ombudsman will review the matter with you and the insurance company. If the Financial Ombudsman thinks the insurance company’s valuation/offer is too low, it may require the insurance company to pay you a specified amount to settle the claim fairly and, occasionally, also make a payment for the distress and inconvenience caused.

80 Years of ERF Author: Mike Forbes Publisher: Key Books Ltd Web: www.amazon.co.uk ISBN: 978-0946219438 Price: £8.99 (Amazon) This book from Mile Forbes presents a very decent look at one of the late, great British truck manufacturers (which was swallowed up by MAN in 2000, and shut down in 2007). Although information about the history of the marque is sparse (a brief outline is all you get), the book more than makes up for this with its library of superb pictures (many of which we’ve not seen before) and informative captions that BOOK capture trucks at work for a variety of British operators.

The author does a good job of compiling a comprehensive list of models, and the quality of photography, printing and bounding is high throughout.

At 100 pages, there’s a lot on offer here for road transport enthusiasts, and the book serves as a superb trip down memory lane for drivers and operators with an affection for Rating:  ERFs.

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JENSEN IS HIAB CRANE CHAMP

Smooth operator: WCC winner Johnny Jensen, from Denmark

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iab has announced that its first ever World Crane Championships, held at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, has been won by Johnny Jensen from Denmark – who recorded a winning time of 2 minutes 18 seconds.

As winner of the competition, Jensen took away a prize of €25,000.

The first runner up was Tobias Bergström from Sweden, with a finishing time of 2:30, and Martin Utpatel from Germany came in third place with a time of 2:37.

To become World Crane Champion, Johnny Jensen manoeuvred a HIAB X-HiPro 192 through a series of obstacles. The aim of the competition was to try and beat a time set by the anonymous crane pro ‘Eric’ - Hiab’s very own The Stig - on a challenging course which included toppling water-filled drums with a load while keeping the crane below a crossbar.

“I am absolutely thrilled and happy to win this

prestigious competition and delighted about my time,” Jensen said. “The atmosphere was so fantastic!”

Carl Gustaf Göransson, senior vice president, sales and markets at Hiab, said: “The enthusiasm for the World Crane Championships has been tremendous, with people flying in from all over world, and a staggering amount of interest from the media and spectators. There is no better way to show off our fantastic HIAB cranes than with the world’s best crane drivers.”

“The success of this event means we are committed to doing this annually, and I am pleased to announce the 2016 World Crane Championships will be staged in Germany at the IAA Exhibition.

“So I would like to say to all the skilled crane drivers around the world: we look forward to seeing you next year in our search for the Hiab World Crane Champion 2016.”

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FUEL TRIAL LEADS PAYNE TO PICK STRALIS B 10 • TRUCKSTOP NEWS • ISSUE 299 • JULY 2012 edfordshire-based third-party logistics fleet, and the Stralis didn’t disappoint.” company HE Payne (Transport) has The pair of Stralis tractor units have joined acquired two Stralis Hi-Way tractor units a fleet of 65 trucks and are making deliveries with a distinctive livery – which also mark the first of potatoes to supermarket distribution centres Iveco vehicles to join its fleet. at night, while conducting general haulage Iveco secured the order after the company put movements during the day. a Euro 6 Stralis Hi-Way demonstrator through its “Our drivers have been looking forward to paces against both existing vehicles in the fleet, getting behind the wheel,” Payne added. “There’s and competitor trucks. been a very positive response to bringing Iveco into HE Payne – traditionally a three-marque fleet – our stable.” was looking for options to replace a brand which Both Stralis 6x2 twin-steer tractors are powered had fallen out of favour. It considered tractor units by a Euro 6 Iveco Cursor 11 engine producing up from four different manufacturers before placing to 460 bhp between 1500-1900 rpm, and 2150 the order with local dealer Guest Truck & Van after Nm of torque between 925-1500 rpm. the operator found the Stralis returned a highly Iveco’s Euro 6 truck engine technology uses a competitive fuel economy. high-efficiency SCR (HI-SCR) system, which does “We ran the Stralis demonstrator night and day not require EGR. to see how it performed,” said HE Payne boss, The business expects to run the new Ivecos Richard Payne. “We needed aThe truck which would five years, covering up to four winners of RTITBfor training flankwith Ice each Roadvehicle Truckers star, Lisa Kelly. hold its own against the Volvos and Scanias in our 180,000 km a year.

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

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

The lucky winners of 35 hours of periodic training are: Dave Smith, from Norfolk, Andrew Jennings, from Staffordshire, Leslie Baker, from Kent, and Michael Currie, from Essex.

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BURSTWICK BACKS MERC FOR MOTORHOME MOVERS FORS REACHES

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ull-based caravan and motorhome transport specialist Burstwick Freight has taken delivery of two new Mercedes-Benz Euro 6 Atego 816s with ClassicSpace sleeper cabs supplied by local dealer, Northside Truck & Van. The chassis have been downplated from 7.5 to 6.5 tonnes gvw and fitted with bespoke transporter bodies built to the operator’s own design by Martin Williams of Hull.

Each also has a towing hitch, allowing it to carry one touring caravan and pull a second behind.

Burstwick Freight has also recently taken delivery of two Actros 1836 rigids with BigSpace cabs and short 3.7 m wheelbases, which have been downplated from 18 to 15 tonnes gvw.

These also have bodies and trailers by Britcom International of Market Weighton, near York, and are used for transporting larger, heavier motorhomes – Atego models are also available at gross weights of up to 16 tonnes, but Burstwick prefers Actros rigids for its heavier work due to the availability of more powerful engines and bigger cabs.

“Our vehicles cover long distances, so we want our drivers to be as comfortable as possible and to have enough power to be on top of the job,” said company MD, Tony Miskin. “I firmly believe in the principle that if something works well, you stick with it.

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This year, Burstwick Freight is expecting to move a projected 14,000-15,000 touring

caravans, motorhomes and static holiday homes to sales centres and holiday parks across the country.

Its fleet of transporters comprises 20 Atego 816s and 10 larger Actros rigids, while a further three Atego 7.5-tonners are fitted with box bodies and used to deliver parts for a caravan manufacturer to its national dealer network.

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he Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has awarded its 3000th company accreditation – which went to outdoor events, transmission, construction and utility roadway access provider, TPA Portable Roadways.

“We are looking to become bigger and better at what we do and how we do it, and our recent FORS accreditation will help us achieve that,” said TPA Portable Roadways’ Martin Eden.

“The accreditation will provide us with more direction with procedures in the logistics industry and we look forward to progressing alongside FORS.” FORS is graduated into three levels: bronze, silver and gold.

Over 2700 companies are bronze accredited, over 200 companies are silver accredited and over 50 companies have gold accreditation.

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If you’re the sort who keeps losing their keys, wallet, glasses etc, these new stickers just might save your sanity when you’re looking for a mislaid item in a hurry. Simply stick one of the bluetooth-enabled stickers (which are about the size of a pound coin) to your treasured item and you can locate it via a companion radar app on your smartphone if it goes walkies.

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Want to take your iPad with you in the cab, but worried about it getting damaged? This heavy-duty EVA foam case offers exceptional impact resistance – when dropped, it bounces off the ground and absorbs and dampens the impact, rather than passing it on to your device. The rear handle is also very versatile – it stands for viewing, provides a good typing angle stand, works as a carry handle and makes it easy to use on the go.

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Help for Heroes Truck Convoy Meeting at M1 Junction 9 Truck Stop at 10 am and leaving at 11 am for a convoy through Dunstable towards Leighton Buzzard, followed by an event with live music, stalls and more – all in aid of Help for Heroes.

To enter, contact Graham on 07916 538625

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

May 24, 2015 Truck Pull Challenge Come and witness the 2015 wordrecord attempt on the Spring bank holiday weekend at Merry-Walks, Stroud, Gloucestershire. www.truckpullchallenge.co.uk

May 24-25, 2015 Truckmania!

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

June 6, 2015 Angus Truck Show Shining metal on show at Haughmuir, Brechin. For details, call Scott Keith on 07786 075929 or email skeith79@icloud.com

June 13-14, 2015 Thirsk Truck Gathering Trucks galore at the Thirsk Farmers Auction Mart, Blakey Lane, Thirsk.

Contact Nick on 07702 313202 or visit www.thirsktruckgathering. 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

July 12, 2015 All-Wales Truck & Transport Show Show trucks, bustling trade stands and great family entertainment at The Showground Nantyci, Carmarthen. www.walestruckshow.com

JULY 22-26, 2015 The War & Peace Revival One of the largest military vehicle spectaculars in the world at the Folkestone Racecourse, Kent www.thewarandpeacerevival.co.uk

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

September 26-27, 2015 Gathering of the Griffin Scania trucks galore at this show taking place at the Orwell Crossing Lorry Park, Ipswich. www.facebook.com/griffin. gathering

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“The Volvo FH with the heavy-duty bumper boosts the effectiveness of our flagship truck by adding additional protection to its outstanding power, driving dynamics and cab comfort,” said Ricard Fritz, vice president, Volvo Trucks Brand. “The truck becomes robust enough to better tackle conditions where there is a heightened risk of damage.”

The new bumper for the Volvo FH and FH16 is based on the same concept as the front of the Swedish manufacturer’s FMX, which is specially designed for rough construction environments. The corners and skid plate are made of 3 mm steel and a fixed footstep has been integrated above the skid plate.

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

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The elevated position of the bumper enables an approach angle of over 20 degrees on vehicles spec’d with the extra-high construction chassis, which was introduced on the FH in 2014. A fully certified towing eye made of cast iron and designed to handle 36 tonnes is also on offer as factory-fitted option.

Volvo added that the bumper has been extended 132 mm forward to offer additional protection in rough conditions, thereby protecting other vital parts such as the headlamps.

“The FH and FH16 with heavy-duty bumpers are well-equipped for naturally tough environments, such as construction sites and off-road forestry operations,” said John Comer, product manager for Volvo Trucks, UK & Ireland. “The truck also becomes more capable for heavy long-haul work in markets with rough road conditions.”

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enault Trucks has announced the European launch of a new gaspowered variant of its Distribution range. Labelled the D Wide CNG, the truck is fitted with the manufacturer’s new 320 bhp 9L Euro 6 gas engine and is available in either 19-tonne 4x2 or 26-tonne 6x2 configuration.

Natural gas (CNG) engines emit virtually no particles, smoke or odour; and in urban environments, they have an operating range comparable to that of a diesel vehicle.

According to the French manufacturer, its D Wide CNG Euro 6 can operate on natural gas or bio-methane fuel (biogas).

Bio-methane fuel is a renewable energy produced from organic materials which generates significantly lower CO² emissions than a diesel vehicle.

Vehicles running on CNG bio-methane fuel are therefore well suited for use in urban and suburban environments (distribution and delivery), and have found favour with regional authorities for use on street cleaning, refuse collection and distribution.

The D Wide CNG Euro 6 is offered with a fully automatic Allison series 3200 gearbox, which has been adapted for refuse collection applications. Like the diesel version, the D Wide CNG has a gearbox which automatically switches from neutral to driving mode and vice versa to enable the driver to activate the tipper without having to manually change into neutral.

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eight tanks. For fuelling, the D Wide CNG offers connections to the NGV1 and NGV 2 standards to meet the requirements of gas suppliers in Europe.

oca-Cola Enterprises Belgium has put its 100th Renault truck into service, in the shape of a Range T 26-tonne 6x2 rigid which will be used for heavy regional distribution applications.

The truck also marks the 10th Range T on the firm’s fleet.

Coca-Cola Enterprises is one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola Company branded products. Since 2008, CocaCola has been using Renault’s distribution range rigid vehicles to deliver its products, particularly to supermarkets, schools and hospitals.

Initially, the firm used Premiums for this work, but the company has recently switched to using T 26-tonne rigids with Optidriver automated manual gearboxes and Euro 6 DTI 11 380 bhp engines.

“This economic engine has helped us further reduce CO² emissions,” said Pascal Libens, logistics manager, CocaCola Enterprises Belgium. “We also chose Renault Trucks for their products’ good price performance and because we are very satisfied with the service provided by their network. We make a point of building a genuine long-term relationship with our supplier.”

To mark the occasion, Coca-Cola Enterprises has given its 100th vehicle a special “Coca-Cola” registration plate in the brand’s distinctive red colour.

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ith its University colleges and literary connections, what better city break could there be for those seeking a little relaxed culture than that of Oxford? A world-famous seat of learning for centuries, this beautiful city boasts connections with some of the UK’s most celebrated writers and politicians as well as actors and television personalities.

Weaving its way through the city is the River

Cherwell, so perhaps take a river cruise or, for a bit of fun, hire a punt from Magdalen Bridge Boathouse.

After a morning browsing the quirky streets and shops, visit Oxford University’s Botanic Garden – founded in 1621, it’s the oldest of its kind in Britain. With a range of tours, family events and exhibitions, there’s something for everyone throughout the year.

Oxford Castle Quarter offers an art gallery and a range of places of eat. As part of your experience, Oxford Castle Unlocked provides tours and exhibits to help you learn more about this intriguing venue, which has a 1000-year history. Built in 1071 for William the Conqueror, the castle later spent many centuries housing a jail. In more modern times, it has been used as a filming location and now plays host to festivals, arts events and an outdoor cinema. Whether climbing the Saxon tower to seek stunning views of the city, exploring the 900-year old crypt, or checking into the 18th century Debtors’ Tower and Prison D-wing, there is plenty to keep you absorbed.

Where to stay:

Holywell Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful 16th century building nestled in the heart of Oxford’s oldest colleges, and ideally situated within just a few minutes’ walk of all the city has to offer. The New College Room offers accommodation for two people with a king-size bed and ensuite facilities. A delicious breakfast is included in your booking and the menu offers a tempting range of full English variations, as well as host Carrie’s speciality American blueberry pancakes. Parking is also provided in the cost (a rarity in the city centre).

Current deal: Sunday - Thursday costs £105 per night, Friday and Saturday are priced at £125 per night. One-night stays are also welcome. Tel: 01865 721880 Email: holywellbedandbreakfast@gmail.com

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Finance secured on a vehicle can usually be arranged over a term of up to three years, however you may choose to repay over a much shorter term, keeping the interest charge to an even lower sum.

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I have had my truck insured through the same insurance company for the past four years, and this year I decided to ask another broker for a quote. My premium has been around £4000 for the past two years, so when the new broker quoted me just over £3000, I told them to go ahead.

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With a payload of just under 60 tonnes, the STN-L4 is primarily aimed at transporting construction plant.

STN-L4 low-loader will be demonstrated at Bruntingthorpe show

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PARTIES DODGE ROAD SAFETY DURING ELECTION PLEDGES T he Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has said it is dismayed at the lack of priority given to cutting deaths on UK roads by the main political parties in their election manifestos.

It said no party has published any longor short-term initiatives to tackle such a significant cause of death among young people, despite road accidents being the leading cause of death for males and females between five and 19, and the third leading cause of death for both males and females aged 20-34 in England and Wales.

“The general election would have been the perfect opportunity for the political parties to show what a commitment they had to cutting the numbers of young people losing their lives

in accidents that are entirely preventable,” said IAM chief executive officer, Sarah Sillars.

“Instead, they’ve chosen to sweep the problem under the carpet and ignore the issue until they are pressured to talk about it by campaigners and the public.”

The IAM pointed out the Labour Party’s manifesto talked about support for a longterm investment in strategic roads and addressing the neglect of local roads, while the Conservatives talked about an investment in funds to make cycling safer.

Recently, the Labour Party said it would dedicate a £300 million fund to repair at least 24 million holes in the local road network over the next five years. However, according to Asphalt Industry Alliance, the backlog of

pothole repairs is £12 billion.

An IAM survey conducted in March found tackling potholes was the number-one concern of respondents, with 70 per cent selecting this as a priority.

Like the main two parties, the Liberal Democrats mentioned cyclists to the exclusion of other road users, but did say they would pursue ‘road safety measures to keep cyclists safe’.

UKIP talked in their manifesto about only installing speed cameras as a deterrent in accident black spots.

IAM said the Green Party was the only one of the major parties to have devoted any significant amount of space to road safety in its manifesto. It wants to ‘reduce the drink-

Read the paper online at www.transportcafe.co.uk

drive limit to as close to zero as is practical’, ‘bring down speed limits to 20 mph in residential areas and 40 mph on rural roads’, and ‘require best-practice technology to be fitted to lorries to ensure drivers are fully aware of the presence of pedestrians and cyclists’ among other measures to encourage walking and cycling.

The charity also pointed out that the Scottish National Party had made no reference at all to any road safety issue in its manifesto.

“Experts often talk about the first 100 days of a new government,” Sillars concluded. “The first 100 deaths will occur before the end of May. That is how important it is that politicians show leadership and give road safety the priority it demands.”

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Maximum tractive power relaxation a four-axleleading operators, charity for vehicle with aare good at to cut consumption five per cent by tired and all-wheel more alert.” drive nightʼs andwhich sleep, hasabeen Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longmanufactured in turn launch means driversto “It two is shocking be every medical storing and are staged thatevent The dump trucks, all-wheel drive less steering the by Production leading information about the route the truckranges from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will front of We give £5 to axles. Fourthe tired and more isuncompromising Volvo FH blaming will start competition alert.” in for spring distance transport. From the outset, designers and the and robust for2013 the management axle versions with for dealer European market. charity for Enza. dump trucks, concrete team Production drives along. “The next mixers, time thetractor truck uses be achieved by the four engine sizes: oneatfront Better of the andthe three Volvo FH firm’s will toughest start demise in engineers were determined to provide the best possible spring 2013 jobs when on the the construction market site. every medical rear axles, for Capital range of air-sprung the same I-Seechassis operates the market. lefta itwide units and route, drop-side vehicles will 7.7,and 10.7, 12.8 and 15.6 litre. The latter The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma rear axles, a wide range of air-sprung till Christmas Eve the European Arocs comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity has The will premiere been growing rapidly at vehicles, forthe a Bauma or a load-optimised accelerator, gears andthreebrakes to ensure to announce concretebeoperating availableeconomy, as two-, is completely trade fair in April 2013. vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteCity Link’s trade fairofin April 2013. closure, as welland as afoursweeping range of cab new and comes in the at the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire,number mixerHeld years due to the growth Held at the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the chassis the with single-tyred progress is as economical as variants possible,” saidform of theto drive gave then event invited vehicles, 16 output new OM 473 engine. mixerevent chassis with single-tyred drive don’t guests even their sizes, enginewith ratings and options, allowing customers first have chance to put or 0870 6091540 axle the guts gave invited guests their first chance to put the tandem in the e-commerce,” he added. “It’s arethrough vehicle examples its paces Claes president, Volvo of the variety on UK roads.of ranging from 238 bhp to for 625 bhp.

Mercedes said the Arocs will also be tandem arethrough examples of the variety to apologise vehicle its paces on UK roads.of tailorNilsson, vehicles perfectly anyTruck application. to isthe New Actros thousands new theavailable ultimate premium Arocs oftruck versions Corporation. or 0870 6091540 long- clear to me that the failure of straight off forvery New Actros is theavailable ultimate premium truck distance transport. From the outset, Theengines current Actros holds the Guinness World Record or 0870 6091540 The have been designed setting an example with its drive system. new Arocs versions straight off for longpeople who have the production lost their jobsdesigners and line.

An fuel additional fiveatper cent saving distance transport. From the outset, designers and engineers were determined to provide the best City Link’s management to invest economy 40 tonnes gvw, in butfuel roadThe tests have power will be transmitted possible tofor meet the future Euro 6 emissions engine’s the production line.

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12 Ice floes, 13 Eusebio, 16 Enmity, 18 Cryuff, 20 Ball, 22 Rory.

EXPLANATIONS ACROSS: 6 double def, 8 tin+der, 9 pun on homophone of ‘sty’, 10 anag, 11 Di’s+taste, 14 hidden word in ‘EmpirE IREland’, 15 Pe(L)e, 17 sum [rev]+1+c+box, 19 homophone of ‘Plum, Bob?’, 21 y+o’re & pun, 23 homophone of ‘chaste’, 24 Ox+Ford. DOWN: 1 double def & pun, 2 as+sent, 3 double def, 4 on(Ed+G)e, 5 double def, 7 anag, 12 ice+initial letters, 13 hidden word in ‘ChantEUSE BIOgraphy’, 16 E+N(mit)Y, 18 Cr(y)u+F+F, 20 double def & pun, 22 (-T+R)ory.

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QUICK SOLUTION ACROSS: 6 Tahiti, 8 Avatar, 9 Mesh, 10 Eric Idle, 11 Goes bust, 14 Gist, 15 Adze, 17 Earl Grey, 19 Air rifle, 21 Napa, 23 Ulster, 24 Turner. DOWN: 1 Bale, 2 Rights, 3 Xavi, 4 Ealing, 5 Carlisle, 7 Ice Cube, 12 Oldfield, 13 Torrent, 16 Errata,

an leaves the mountains (4) mmer (8) orish oik (4) in an Indian city (8) rt conditions (2,3,2,4) animal, perhaps 19, at feeding time? (3,4,1,3) escribing certain types of sandal (4-4) strife (8)

18 Gantry, 20 Fury, 22 Pleb.

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RECRUITMENT

Please contact Emma Wearden(HR Officer) on 01282 771 983 or e-mail: Emma.Wearden@faganwhalley.co.uk

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LGV Class 1 & 2 (C + E) Drivers needed to load and collect agricultural vehicles. SALARY CIRCA £28,600, Copart UK operates a daily collection pay plan. Regular nights out are required which will attract an additional payment.

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At this stage we are mainly looking for holiday cover drivers that could have all year around work.

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PALLETS Copart provides ● Uniforms & safety equipment ● Monday to Friday working with regular nights ● Modern transport fleet & on-going training & development ● Company Sick Pay (after qualifying period) ● 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays ● Company mobile ● Childcare vouchers ● Family event To apply or if you require further information please contact: recruitment@copart.co.uk, if you have a CV or similar drop it in to our Wolverhampton Yard or send via the email address.

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