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rime minister David Cameron has asked transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin to consider 28/11/2012 09:32 Truckstop News went to press, the implementing HGV restrictions in inner-city areas Mercedes-Benz has Artist’s German manufacturer said the design is during peak hours to improve safety for cyclists and other impression announced Arocs, a as unusual as the complete truck, which vulnerable road users. of the new features steel elements on the bumpers, The move comes after Cameron discussed methods new specialist truck AlsoArocs of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving – Merc a robusta radiator guard and optically for making British roads safer during a meeting with the position, optimised to provide better view of the road. This is promises Volvo Trucks has lifted the lid on its for work, integrated construction-specifi folding All construction Party Parliamentary Cycling Group (APPCG) in July. new aided bytrucks an increase in the cabʼs usable window areac and an all-new series of heavy trucks, Also oftough benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving entry step.

During the FH meeting, the prime minister said he would will be innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. which is set to follow view of the road.

This is position, optimised to provide a better Volvo Trucks has in lifted lid on its ask Department for Transport officials to mind lookthe into the New for the Arocs are the product designed with the driver Stalks and arranged in priority so area the most aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window and an all-new series trucks, onfeasibility the ofanFH the new of instigating outright banof forheavy trucks working Loader and Grounder.

The important ones are groups now closest to the driver, and the The new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium and aheels focus on fuel economy. innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design.

The new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium in city centres during peak with times, the staggered lightin phasing steering wheel now has aare neck tilthas function – another Arocs Loader been fully optimised designed driver mind Stalks and controls arranged in priority so the most Actros forimproved long-distance long-haul tractor unit range was the world-first in theto truck at junctions, of mandatory safety reduce its kerb weight, important ones are nowworld. closest to the driver,and and the long-haul tractor unit range was thestar star andwhen a enforcement focus onto fuel economy.

Details were scarce we went Safety is high on agenda, Anthe all-new cab attraction for some the North-West’s steering wheel now hasthe a neck tiltsaid function – another features for of trucks operating in cityof centres, other transport and the Antos Mercedes-Benz result provides press ahead the official launch on attraction for some of theand North-West’s structure more upright4x2 A-pillars, which world-firstfeatures inpayload-optimised the truck world. improvements the existing roads and tractor units September 5,Details buttothe Swedish were scarce when wejunctions went to to makeat a leading road transport operators, for heavy-duty shortisan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAninterior leading road operators, at a them safer press fortold people riding bikes. ahead of transport the official on manufacturer Truckstop News thelaunch which are among the lightest vehicles structure features more upright A-pillars, which launch event staged by leading an extra 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means from September 5, but thestaged Swedish response Cameron’s apparent to new In FHs will be to available in both Euroopenness incab thean construction sector – as well as radius distribution.

3 of interior launch event by the leading give the additional m space. storage capacity, as well as 1greater comfort on manufacturer told Truckstop examining case for apeak-hour bans onNews trucks in cities, 5 and 6 form,the and pack vast amount dealer Enza.

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 dealer Enza. new improvements.

FHs will be available insaid both Euro of the upgrades and Freight Transport Association (FTA) the move storage capacity, as well as greater comfort on rom 2013 onwards, the German maximum permissible weight. leisure time,” Nilsson said.

“A better bed, 5 and 6 form, and pack a vast amount Leading the charge for fuel wasn’t the manufacturer right way forward on all vulnerable road user safety. board.“The cab is optimised both work and vehicle said its The Arocs Grounder is for designed of upgrades and improvements. integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, “Even a medium-sized lorry would have to be replaced trucks tractor units used for operating under difficult Leading the charge for fuel noise levels among other features, all increase Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the Centres function News, issue 301). integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low with 10 vans – which means overall safety would not efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the onand off-road applications in the conditions.

According to Mercedes, the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good across the event gave invited guests their first chance to put the noise levels among other features, all increase The system, which works alongside the be improved, let alone the emissions and congestion function (Truckstop issue 301).

UK event gave invited guests their first chance to put the nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means less construction sector will beon known under it is of extremely stable drivers andand resilient vehicle through its paces UKNews, chance pleasant relaxation aare good I-Shift automated transmission, isroads. claimed Theissystem, which works alongside the consequences,” saidpaces Christopher Snelling, head of Camerontractive has asked DfT officials to look intowith theall-wheel possibility ofmore enforcing HGV bans in city centres vehicle through its on premium UK roads. tired and alert.”

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

Maximum power a four-axle vehicle drive nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers are less We give £5 to to cut consumption by five per cent by I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Newnew Actros is ultimate premium truck for longurban logistics at the FTA. “It has to be remembered that we during peak hours Production 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 from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will and two steering front axles. Fourcharity for about the route the truck storing information to cut consumption by five per cent by distance transport.

From the outset, designers and don’t choose to deliver at peak times on a whim – our 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 byThese the four engine sizes: axle versions with one front London and three drives along.storing “The next time theabout truckthe uses route truck information include: Lorry Control Scheme (that ends at 7 am each engineers were determined tostart provide the bestand possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity customers need goods at“The the the working day.” for the European market. the same I-See operates the of drives along. next time truck uses units and route, drop-side chassis vehicles willthe The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma 7.7,and 10.7, 12.8●and 15.6 litre.

The latter rear against axles, aHGVs wide and range of air-sprung comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity Increased targeted enforcement morning) operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of issue cab FTA said it has written to the prime minister on the the same route, I-See operates the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure besizes, available as two-, threeand fourtrade fair inofApril 2013. is completely new and comes in the vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to drivers that do not comply with safety regulations in key ● Progressive improvement safety standards for of cycle safety and is having discussions with the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure progress is as economical asongoing possible,” said axle vehicles, with 16 output variants form of thetonewareas OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. such as London vehicle equipment from DfT, in line with what is possible progress is as economical asthe possible,” said transport secretary and DfT officials over best ways to Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck ranging fromClaes 238 bhp to for 625 bhp.

Mercedes said the Arocs willinfrastructure, also be tandem are examples of theforvariety of tailor perfectly anyGuinness application.

Thevehicles current Actros holds the World Record ● Improved road such as road surfaces industry Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck improve safety for all road users while preserving efficiency.

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. new Arocs versions available straight Corporation. and junctions “All road off users have a role to play in improving road we arefive looking atseven is the safety of everyone,” he An“What additional per cent saving in fuel new model is per cent more frugal for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line.

An additional five per cent saving in fuel ● Tipper vehicle operators to commit and work to the safety,” Snelling added. “Better awareness, training and use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new said.

“For example, while early isFuel rush hour for when specified to meet 5morning 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 cabs available Construction Logistics and Cyclist Safety (CLOCS) behaviour is needed on all sides to make our roads as Package.

This package encompasses cyclists, the pedestrian peak is later.

Forcing deliveries while ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows regulations, a transmission, four per when the specified toas meet Euro 5 emissions Package.

This package encompasses available for order a Euro 6 fi tted as a standard.

Drive in 14 different versions.

As supplements standard safe as they can be. training and monthly assistance – Fuel outside morning peak would interact with another group of cent improvement. while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows a four per training and monthly assistance – Fuel Cotswold Medicals Ltd version only. programs are available which have been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or Advice – and its aim is to cut fuel costs by ● Incentives from government to make trucks with “Things can improve. The number of HGVs involved vulnerable road users.”

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 Little Sodbury End changing driving styles and increasing in fatalities in the UK has halved in the last 12 years, drive, carefully chosen to simulate aof variety typical changing driving styles and increasing Snelling said there a number measures and test better visibility more available and commercially viable The 81 guests tookwere turns to head out 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 ● Allowing deliveries operators to work outside the which shows the success of the progressive approach knowledge of how to drive for maximum conditions.

The route included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical actions that would be a better approach to making busy Charges include VAT Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. exhaust-gas turbocharger Thedualdrive confi gurations a restrictions level cab floor. fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads. Each ofand the four demonstrator peak, such asoffered easing for night-time like the to improving safety,” he concluded. driving conditions.

The route included single- and city roads safer.

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

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

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

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

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leveland Fire Brigade has been working with a local haulage firm to help ensure the company’s drivers stay safe at the

wheel.

The Brigade have been supporting Bertschi UK Ltd’s driver training programme by delivering suzu Truck (UK) Ltd is celebrating the a number of sessions at the firm’s structured finals of its annual nationwide Dealership training days held recently at Middlesbrough’s Renault Range T480 Challenge, which took place over a whole Riverside Stadium. is fitted with day at its HQ in Amco Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

The Brigade said research showed more Veba 936finalists crane The six out of ITUK’s 63 than a quarter of all road traffic incidents involve dealerships had to progress through two people who are driving as part of their work. exceptionally tough earlier online rounds In addition, around 20 people are killed and before qualifying for the finals. They were 250 seriously injured every week when either then confronted by a series of challenges that driving or using the road for work-related tested every aspect of their skills, knowledge purposes. and professional expertise to the limit.

“The Fire Brigade is often first at the scene “We set up the Dealership Challenge to when a road traffic collision occurs, so we find the very best people and companies in know all about the carnage that can result our nationwide network,” said Peter Murphy, and the devastating impact it can have on managing director of ITUK. “It is also a way of families,” said Cleveland Fire Brigade’s Andrew assessing the ability of our dealer network to Bright. “Driving a heavy goods vehicle clearly ensure we continue to deliver the very highest brings added responsibilities, and if something levels of care, sales expertise, parts and goes wrong, the consequences can have fatal service technical skills.” implications.

The finalists of the 2014 Dealership “During the training sessions we have been Challenge were AK Commercials Bristol, focussing on what we call the ‘Fatal Four’ which Ferndown Commercials Dorset, DT Trucks are responsible for a large proportion of traffic Essex, Imperial Commercials Glasgow, Harry collisions. These are speed, distracted driving Moore Commercials Exeter and MC Truck & such as using a mobile phone, alcohol and Bus Kent. drugs, and seatbelt compliance. In addition, the Thenfield-based winners include a Full Dealership general dangers of driver fatigue werehaulier also covered. and an Authorised Ltd Repairer plus twoaTop Evenheights has selected “Employers have a responsibility undernew Master Technicians, who are sent to Japan Renault Range T for its heavy-duty the Health and Safety at Work Act to ensure to participate in the global I: 1 Grand haulage for the London transportPrix others arework not put at risk by work-related challenge at Isuzu Motors Japan, competing network. activities – and that includes driving,” Bright against Isuzu Truck technicians from around The 44-tonne Range T480, supplied and the world. by Norfolk Truck & Van Ltd at maintained Enfield, joined Evenheights’ three-strong fleet in October. The vehicle is fitted with an Amco Veba 936 ew crane and has a 45 ft all-steer research by the Institute of trombone Advanced trailer, which extends to has 90 ftrevealed when Motorists (IAM) required. that taking selfies, making video calls and watching the TVshift are the latest activities Working the night on London’s materials provider takinguilding motorists’ attention away from the road. streets, the new Range Tsolutions delivers railway hasfrom added a fleet of TheCEMEX findingsUK come research 27 new MAN TGX 6x2asked commissioned in July by 26.440BLS the IAM, which 500 drivers how they useout theirofsmartphones tractor units for operation its cement and tabletsplant in the production in car.

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Results show nine permake cent up of drivers Sixty MAN units now the majority to taking a selfie while driving ‘in the ofadmitted the 90-strong CEMEX Cement Logistics last month’. This increases to 15 per cent of fleet. young drivers aged 18-24, and 19 per cent Thehe new MAN fleet has been acquired deadline is now up for voting with of 25-35 year olds. Women are less selfieRepair & Maintenance cover and on fivein our prestigious TruckstopaNews obsessed than men, with just five per cent of year financial package through MAN Financial Truck Stop thetaken Yeara2015 women citing theyof have selfie while Services. competition, in association withofH&G driving compared to 12 per cent men.

To complement its focus on safety, CEMEX Recruitment – and running is as hotly Eight per cent of the drivers admitted to driving has specifi ed a range of additional vehicle contested as ever. while using a video-calling application such safety equipment in line with its let existing Hundreds of readers have us fleet. know the names and locations of the truck stops they think are the best in the country for food, facilities and parking, and the Truckstop News team is currently hard at work sifting through the entries and compiling a shortlist of the most Driver and Vehicle Standards popularheestablishments.

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

“It’s not acceptable to contaminate the And once the appraisals road surface orwe’ll to drive a vehicle in such are complete, name the poor condition that a fuel spill is likely,” the winners! blog post read.

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

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

Details were ith scarce when weofwent stability in employment a minimum 400 attraction for some of 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.”

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

Production of the Volvo FH will start in axle versions with one front for andthe three

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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.

The previous is a PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS truck, this can equateThe to ato saving of up to 4100 of fuel experience aand year,” Nilsson continued. superbly organised. new is it brilliant.

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.

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

“To be put things into perspective, even offer independent ARE YOU SUFFERING BECA handling thatʼs much a new car. one “To puta things into perspective, we can This evenworld-first offer independent frontto unsurpassed very good truck - butlike this is huge step forward.” suspension, although initially only on left-hand drive vehicles. takes handling ARE YOU SUFFERING BECA suspension, levels although initially only onNilsson left-hand drive vehicles. This world-first takes handling to unsurpassed We in the truck world,” said.

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Left to right: Nick Brown, Bertschi MD; Mark Wilson, Bertschi driver trainer; Andrew Bright of Cleveland Fire Brigade; and firefighters Peter Campbell and Victoria Henderson at Bertschi’s Middlesbrough site added. “Companies such as Bertschi UK Ltd trucks along with 120 trailers. are to be commended for their commitment to Nick Brown, Bertschi UK managing director, their professional programmes to said: “I was delighted that Cleveland Fire Proud finalists staff fromtraining the 2014 Isuzu Dealership Challenge maintain and improve driver safety.”

Brigade could assist us with our annual driver Bertschi UK Ltd is part of the Bertschi Group, training meetings. The presentations given were “For me personally, every day is a Kevin Archer, director of AK Commercials a Swiss-based family-owned business founded extremely informative and well received by our ‘teaching and learning day’. We think Isuzu in Bristol, said:” “It was absolutely wonderful in 1956. It operates across 42 countries drivers.” raised the barsaid this the year – it was tough last to belines, a finalist again and in the Isuzu Truck trucks regularly track sleepers ballasts for TfL/ worldwide transporting bulk chemicals in liquid IfWellington any company in thefirm’s Cleveland area is year,a but even tougher this time, though still Dealership Challenge for the second year pull lot of weight – up to 22 tonnes – London Underground as well as fabrication and dry bulk form. interested in finding out how the Fire Brigade very enjoyable and not too stressful. running.

We filocal eldedsteelworks. exactly the same team around the challenging city streets of and RSJs for Bertschi’s UK operation is run from its 30-acre can help them with driver safety, they should “We’ll so defiits nitely enter againtonext year. as last year.

Webeen haveaafan wonderful team at AK London, vehicles be tough, always of Renault trucks site“I’ve at South Bank, Middlesbrough.

It handles contact Andrew Bright onneed 01429 872311 or It’s a great way to the keep us“The on our toes Tand Commercials and everyone works to3a very reliable and up to job.

Range has and it was time to retire an old Euro over 15,000 containers annually and runs 74 email abright@clevelandfire.gov.uk meetbeen otheron top too,” Archer high standard.

We’re very us hands-on and only theITUK roaddealerships for a couple of weeks, workhorse which has all served really well concluded. passionate about what we do. owner, but we are really happy so far. The drivers over the years,” said Evenheights are impressed and have said it’s a lovely, Colin Wellington. “I’d heard great things powerful vehicle that just keeps going.” about the new Range T, and we get great The points family-owned business back-up andand service from our local as FaceTime Skype to make and dealer, receive fines and for smartphone andwas tablet use in 1986 and offers general Norfolk Truck & Van, looksamong after us video calls, rising to 16who per cent 18 very to at established the wheel – there is simply no excuse.

24-year-olds.

“Campaigns must also be and introduced that haulage to the transport steelworks well.

An IAM study in 2012into showed using a I raise awareness of the prevalence the issue industries across London and of surrounding “Taking everything consideration, “We enjoy a the very healthy relationship smartphone while driving is more society and make this behaviour socially decided to put new Range Tdangerous into action.” in areas. with have so limit for many than MAN, drivingand at the legaldone alcohol or when unacceptable as drink-driving.” years,” said Dave Hart,have national using cannabis.

Drivers muchcement slower The IAM’s recent survey also found: reaction times, difficulty staying in“High the same ● Seven per cent of drivers admitted to logistics & terminals manager. on our lane andisare lesseffi able to adapt to even slowly watching videos and stream catch-up agenda fleet ciency; uptime is critical changing circumstances. television on the road, rising to 13 per cent of and we have to know MAN shares that “Everyone knows how dangerous using a drivers aged 18-24 and 15 per cent of 25-32 commitment. smartphone or tablet is while driving,” saidTruck year olds.

“The support we receive from MAN executive officer, Sillars. ● Eighteen per cent of drivers have accessed &IAM’s Bus chief Nuneaton allows us Sarah to meet these “That’s why it’s shocking to seewe new trends like the internet using their smartphone or tablet, key requirements.

Together, have formed OF TRUCKSTOP selfies and making video calls becoming rising to 27 per cent of driversSPONSORS aged 18-24 and ataking strong operational partnership.”

OF THE YEAR 2015. common practice.

34 per cent of drivers aged 25-34.

Already in service, the new MANs are “Safe driving is everyone’s responsibility and Despite this, the number of drivers given helping to move the two million tonnes per more must be done to catch drivers using penalty points for using a smartphone at the CEMEX will operate its new TGX tractors annum of bulk powder product from Rugby these devices dangerously by increasing the wheel fell by more than 40 per cent in 2014. out of its Rugby cement production plant to a number of customers around the UK.

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ollowing an 80,000 km six-month evaluation of a demonstrator, TNT UK has added 20 Euro 6 Iveco Stralis Hi-Road 4x2 tractor units to its The future’s orange for fleet, supplied through dealer Sherwood Truck & Van. TNT’s new Stralis “Feedback on the demonstrator we trialled fuel system defects and issued over 1500 on the road network, the Department Hi-Road tractors for was very positive,” said Steve Davis, national prohibitions to vehicles with defective fuel Transport (DfT) asked DVSA to review engineering manager at TNT UK. “In addition to its systems,” the blog said. the sanctions it issued at the roadside good fuel economy, we heard only good reports on “We’ve reviewed our sanctions for for vehicles with defective fuel tanks and maintenance and reliability, while drivers also praised defective fuel systems and agreed some systems. the cab.” changes with DfT. The main difference is Last year, HA reported 255 fuel spills, Finished in TNT’s traditional orange livery, the new we’ll now only issue immediate prohibitions including on dual carriageways and Stralis AT440S42T/Ps will operate with dry freight for defective fuel systems and leaks,” it motorways, resulting in lane closures and box van trailers carrying freight and parcels from continued. significant delays. three locations in the south – Byfleet, Alton and DVSA said an immediate prohibition will DVSA said aside from the obvious risks Southampton – toforother TNT or hubs throughout UK. be given missing ineffective fuelthe cap to road safety, it takes an average of five Eachor vehicle is powered by an fuel Ivecoleak Cursor 11 by sealing arrangement; caused hours to clear a fuel spill, which causes engine producing 420 bhp between rpm, a defect, contaminating the1600-1900 road surface; major disruption to traffic. and up or to insecure 1900 Nmfuel of torque between 900-1550 tank where detachment is “During roadside checks between 2013 driveline also includes Iveco’s 12-speed fully imminent. to 2014, DVSA examiners detected 2390rpm. The automated EuroTronic transmission.

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EURO-TROTTING FHs MAKE THE GRADE FOR MAM

MAN Transport said it’s pleased with the fuel economy of new FH

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ith the arrival in July of another two vehicles, a total of five new Volvo FH500 6x2 tractor units will have joined the 28-strong vehicle fleet of Northampton-based international haulier, MAM Transport since May. The five new Volvos are additional vehicles, ordered to cope with recently won extra business and growing demand for the company’s groupage and general haulage services, according to MAM transport general manager, Chris Williamson.

“Our trucks are double-shifted and work on a mixed schedule comprising a wide variety of loads, from full loads and heavy product to parcels,” Williamson said. “The latest Volvos are averaging 9.6 mpg.”

To further improve fuel and tyre mileages, the firm’s latest FHs are fitted with Michelin X Line ‘Energy’ tyres.

MAM Transport has been using Volvo’s Dynafleet telematics for five years and the

company’s drivers are using it as a means of monitoring fuel and providing feedback on driving technique. According to Williamson, this means even the company’s five-year-old FH tractor units are still returning in the region of 10 mpg on a similar combination of duties.

All the latest FHs, which feature a new livery, are on Volvo’s Gold R&M contract with the Uptime Assurance package.

“Our policy is to use Volvo’s Repair & Maintenance contracts,” Williamson said. “We have taken out a two-year extension on the original five-year contracts for the ‘Classic’ FHs in the fleet. We choose to have the Volvos serviced at the Wellingborough dealership on Mondays.

This suits our operation as it’s a relatively quiet day for us.”

“We are looking at going 100 per cent Volvo over the next few years. We like Volvo’s reliability and we’re happy with the fuel returns,” he concluded.

FUEL-FRUGAL RENAULT SCORES TOP MARKS AT TÜV

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enault Trucks has revealed its side fairings. It also features Renault’s Fuel Range T Optifuel model has been eco-pack, which includes a restricted independently certified to deliver a power mode, eco-cruise control with 10.9 per cent reduction in fuel use compared Optiroll controlled freewheeling mode, a with a standard T model by TÜV Rheinland disengageable air compressor, a variable after its drivers were schooled in eco driving flow steering pump and automatic engine techniques. cutout. The vehicle is configured with a The vehicle used for the comparison was default maximum speed of 85 kmh. a standard Range T without any fitted extras, and before the drivers had been given economic driving instruction.

The two vehicles were T 4x2 tractors equipped with Euro 6 DTI 11 L 430 bhp engines with the same drive axle ratio (2.64).

One was a standard vehicle, while the other featured Optifuel configurations.

TÜV Rheinland carried out its tests on a 200 km route, typical of a long-distance haulage run. Both vehicles carried a 32-tonne load.

As standard, the T Optifuel includes adjustable roof and side TÜV reckons Range T Optifuel is 10.9 per cent deflectors, door extensions and more fuel efficient than standard T model

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TRUCK CLUB CELEBRATES 50th ANNIVERSARY

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round 40 members of one of the UK’s longest-established clubs for lorry enthusiasts, the Commercial Vehicle & Road Transport Club, gathered in the Cedar Suite of the Manor Plus Hotel at Meriden, near Coventry on Saturday evening, July 18, to celebrate their 50th anniversary.

Established in 1965, the CVRTC began with a small group of dedicated haulage enthusiasts who formed themselves into an organised network to share information with the aim of expanding their knowledge of the industry past and present.

The club’s activities were – and still are

– focused on preserving transport history, especially haulage fleet lists, photographs and company histories. Other activities include collecting literature, model trucks and truck preservation.

The idea was originally triggered by a letter sent in to the trade press by Norman Painting, an authority on Morris Commercial vehicles. Soon numerous truck enthusiasts signed up to the idea and the club grew steadily during the late ’60s. Many of the early members and founder members have remained loyal to the club and still play an active role after 50 years.

Present at the celebrations were

Left to right: Peter Davies, Steve Wimbush, Arthur Ingram and Christopher Salaman

Above: Member Steve Evans, a skilled signwriter, displayed his Seddon Mk.15/10 at Lincoln Farm Truckstop, now wearing the famous livery of Craddock Bros from Coven, Wolverhampton

Above: Manchester-based members Len and Robert Neild brought along their accurately restored BRS Leyland and Thornycroft eight-wheelers to the Sunday event at the Lincoln Farm Truckstop

many long-term members, now the club ‘elders’, including president Peter Davies, vice president Arthur Ingram, chairman Christopher Salaman MILT, AMIRTE, MInstTA, and secretary Steve Wimbush.

“Back then, most of us were in our 20s and full of energy,” said Peter Davies. “Most

of us are now senior citizens, but we’re no less enthusiastic about trucks.”

The recent weekend of celebrations was rounded off with a gathering of members’ preserved lorries on Sunday at the nearby Lincoln Farm Truckstop, organised by members Jim Read and Robin Masters.

LOGISTICS SCHOOL LAUNCHED IN LIVERPOOL RENAULT TESTS RANGE D ELECTRIC WITH RANGE EXTENDER T he City of Liverpool College has launched a new logistics academy working in partnership with international training firm Transline Group, and employers including Stobarts, Royal Mail and B&M. The new academy will provide apprenticeships and professional qualifications and training which will help students get the skills required to pursue a career in the industry, or ‘upskill’ those currently working in logistics.

“Logistics is a huge area of growth in the region as we move to become a Northern Powerhouse and develop Liverpool as a Superport,” said Elaine Bowker, CEO of the City of Liverpool College. “In the next few years we are going to see thousands of new jobs created in the sector, but currently the region doesn’t have the skilled workforce available to fill these jobs.

“The academy will play a vital role in providing

Electric D with range extender can operate for up to 400 km

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enault Trucks is carrying out experiments with French haulage firm Deret to develop a Range D electric truck with an operating range extender powered by an internal combustion engine, which it reckons will offer a total operating range of 400 km – including 60 km in all-electric mode.

The French truck-maker said the 16-tonne vehicle recharges its batteries during normal operation, and reduces CO² emissions by 30 per cent.

An onboard computer automatically manages battery charging and constantly optimises management of its electrical and internal combustion energy sources. Energy supervisor is adjusted so the vehicle constantly remains in zero emission mode while in the airport, and the engine is set to automatically switch to electric mode when the vehicle’s speed falls below 30 kmh.

Although the vehicle operates in automatic

mode by default, Renault said the driver can also manually switch from one mode to another and monitor the flow of energy on a dashboardmounted screen.

Deret will use the vehicle to supply Duty Free shops at the Charles-de-Gaulle airport from the operator’s logistics base on a daily basis, and will carry out eight round trips a day between the two sites.

“The D with operating range extender meets both our needs of carrying heavy loads and demanding delivery rounds of 30 to 50 km on the road and 10 to 15 km in all-electric mode,” said Patrick Maillet, administrative and sales manager, Deret. “With this vehicle, we can carry out this cycle four to five times a day without interruption.

“It is essential for us to have an extensive operating range so our deliveries are not compromised by having to recharge the batteries or a limited range of operations,” he added.

the skills needed for the industry and it will also ensure local people get the training they need to benefit from the jobs being created, rather than firms having to recruit from outside the region.”

Bernard Molloy, director of logistics firm Unipart, which is playing a key role in Liverpool’s development as a Superport, added: “We are looking at the creation of over 25,000 jobs through the Superport scheme, and logistics will be a major element of this. The problem we have, though, is we have a major skills shortage in this sector both nationally, and more critically in this region.

“It’s vital the industry works with education providers like the academy and college – and even at a younger level with schools – to inspire students to go into the logistics and offer courses and training which will give them the skills they need to pursue a successful career in the sector,” he concluded.

IRELAND INSTIGATES FIXED PENALTIES FOR CYCLISTS

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ixed penalties for cyclists who commit traffic offences are to be introduced in Ireland among efforts to increase road safety.

Minister for transport, tourism and sport, Paschal Donohoe, announced he would introduce €40 Fixed Charge Notices (FCNs) for seven cycling offences, including not having lamps lit during light-up hours, jumping a red light and cycling without reasonable consideration.

The new regulations are planned to come into effect by July 31 and the minister said he would be reviewing other legislation relating to cyclists and looking to further encourage bike use through more pro-cycling measures.

The new rules were welcomed by the Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTAI). “We know from the Road Safety Authority’s statistics that enforcement works,” said Neil McDonnell, FTAI’s general manager for Ireland. “It has led to substantial reductions in mobile phone use while driving, drink-driving and speeding. It has also improved the wearing of seatbelts, and we are confident these new penalties will have a similar positive effect on the behaviour and attitude of cyclists.

“We are delighted the minister has recognised all road users need to play their part in maintaining road safety,” he concluded.

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Lucky drivers would get the chance to win their 35 hours of periodic training with one of

by Mick and Nora Gaffney in 1974. Based in Havant, Additionally, the vehicle features hydraulic steady legs and Truckfest Peterborough show in the following Master Driver CPC Consortium Hampshire, the company has a fleet of more than 100 a toolbox for stowage of tools and straps. conjunction with its Master Driver members: DLT Training Ltd, Transport & machines ranging in size from 0.8-tonne micro diggers to “We needed a vehicle which performed well under a Training Services Ltd, Gist Limited, the RTITB CPC Consortium members, 25-tonne excavators and includes compressors, dumpers range of conditions as it will be used for general access to Academy. whereby and rollers. different types of sites when delivering plant equipment to four lucky drivers could Draws to identify winners were carried out twice a day by Ice Road Truckerís star Lisa “Our previous vehicle had come up for renewal and we our customers,” Newell added. “With site access winbecoming 35 hours of Driver CPC Kelly at the RTITB marquee. had seen a similar vehicle, built by Andover Trailers, being tighter and more restricted, we needed a reliable and periodic training.

The lucky winners of 35 hours of periodic used by another company,” said Cosham Plant Hire’s manoeuvrable vehicle and our new plant body ticks all the With the September 2014 Driver CPC training are: Dave Smith, from Norfolk, transport manager, Ken Newell. “The truck was exactly what boxes.” deadline fast approaching, this was a prize Andrew Jennings, from Staffordshire, Leslie we were looking for and weThe decided to orderofone ourselves.”

Cosham Plant Hire plans to keep the vehicle entered, not only saving plant Baker, covetedin by all whoNew Andover Trailers body was carefully spec’dCurrie, for from from Kent, and Michael four winners RTITB training flank Ice Road Truckers star,said LisaitKelly. them a great deal Cosham’s of money, but also ensuring Essex.

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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.claims, Each ofSteven the four demonstrator ontinuing his review of successfully completed accident can help not only by providing financial relief by awards of compensation, but trucks provided for the of event made 10 journeys - a total Hinchliffe looks at another situation experienced by a reader Truckstop also requiring the guilty party to provide the required medical and rehabilitation 700injury milescompensation. covered on the day. treatment.

News that ultimately lead to an awardofofalmost personal see our Onwith each trip,detail the mpg was recorded and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, In this particular case we will look into the claim more and figure in this achieved part logistics managerinatthe Widnes-based Stewart Haulage, an impressive 11.4for mpg the 510but it may ACCIDENT examine the initial steps taken, and then look at the outcome next issue. Ray In cases where thewho otheraveraged party accepts responsibility the in accident Steven Hinchliffe bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, and 11.8 mpg the 450 Actros 2545 model. journeys, guests also for takein some timebhp before the injured personBetween fully recovers, it may be possible enjoyed ‘hot laps’ of the Oulton Park circuit in two-seater racing cars piloted by professional drivers.

All of the accident victims mentioned in these articles are clients of my firm, part of their compensation to be paid on account, pending the final valuation of feature on page 8 Transport manager Mark May of waste and This animal recycling Pointon & person PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Hinchliffes Solicitors. They have given permission to disclose details of their realfood the claim. canby-products be particularly helpful inspecialist situationsJohn where the injured to succeed with a claim, but it would add insult to injury if the client then had to Sons, summed up the feelings of many when he said: “It was a great day, very informative and enjoyable, and life experiences resulting in personal injury claims, and the steps taken to make has not yet returned to work and their income has been reduced. pay their opponent’s legal bill!

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by the company’s insurers, in this type of situation it is common for there to be In June 2014 we were contacted by HGV truck driver Mr T W Young who hailed some allegation that the injured person was also partly to blame. We therefore from Enfield in North London. I took his initial telephone call, when he told me Wemade All enquiries are immediately passed offer athe completely risk service claim tofree, the no company and- eventually their insurers responded, byto a matter what the outcome of the claim solicitor - who can usually say straight that at the beginning of the month he had driven a curtain sided trailer to Bristol no stating bycan Mrhelp Young, but that he you do not the haveaccident to pay us.did not happen as described away if we with your claim.

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You do accident not need to visit us we can helpAt as have possible. lift truck when it ran into him, knocking him over. There were 2 pallets on the you no matter where you live. same hard time for thethe insurers made negotiate right result - a derisory offer of £500 just to bring the matter forks, one on top of the other, and the driver was not able to clearly see where Wethe a close, which Youngnot sensibly rejected. it istoalways in your bestMr interests to We have a very ethical approach and do he was going, and did not use a horn or buzzer to alert others to his presence. settle before the full extent of your injuries

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LOADING REGULATIONS Ensuring a vehicle complies with the loading requirements is a perennial issue for many within the haulage industry. The need to have robust systems to avoid vehicles being overloaded is a must.

So serious is the issue viewed that one of the undertakings given by an operator on the GV79 application form, when applying for a goods vehicle operator licence, specifically deals with the need to ensure compliance with weight.

In the section headed Undertakings and Declaration, it states: “I understand that by signing the application I am accepting the undertakings below; that they will be recorded on the licence; that failure to comply with the conditions or undertakings recorded on the licence may result in the licence being revoked, suspended or curtailed; and that failure to comply with these conditions is also a criminal offence.”

So what does the law say about overloaded vehicles? The need to ensure vehicles are used within their legal weight limits is established by the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986. The failure to comply with the regulations in relation to goods vehcles and passenger vehcles is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988.

The Road Traffic Act 1988 states at Part II CONSTRUCTION AND USE OF VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT, General regulation of construction, use etc, under breach of requirement as to weight: goods and passenger vehicles, that a person who: (a) Contravenes or fails to comply with a construction and use requirement as to any description of weight applicable to – (i) a goods vehicle, or (ii) a motor vehicle or trailer adapted to carry more than eight passengers, or

(b) Uses on a road a vehicle which does not comply with such a requirement, or causes or permits a vehicle to be so used – is guilty of an offence.

It can be seen that this creates three separate offences of using, causing or permitting. Most enforcement action centres on the ‘user’ offence. This offence is a strict liability offence. In other words if the prosecution show that you are the user, that is normally the driver and or operator; and the vehicle is overloaded and being used on a road then the offence is made out.

There are potential defences to the proceedings brought under this section these include, the following statutory defences which are contained within Section 41B of the Road Traffic Act 1988.

The Act states that in any proceedings for an offence under this section in which there is alleged a contravention of or failure to comply with a construction and use requirement as to any description of weight applicable to a goods vehicle, it shall be a defence to prove either— (a) That at the time when the vehicle was being used on the road — (i) it was proceeding to a weighbridge which was the nearest available one to the place where the loading of the vehicle was completed for the purpose of being weighed, or (ii) it was proceeding from a weighbridge after being weighed to the nearest point at which it was reasonably practicable to reduce the weight to the relevant limit, without causing an obstruction on any road, or (b) In a case where the limit of that weight was not exceeded by more than five per cent — (i) that that limit was not exceeded at the time when the loading of the vehicle was originally completed, and

(ii) that since that time no person has made any addition to the load.

So these are statutory defences to the offence of overloading and is the reason why enforcement officers will often ask where the vehicle is going to and coming from, in order to establish that there is not a defence.

For an offence such as overloading and/or exceeding axle weight, you may be dealt with by way of a graduated fixed penalty or the matter may be prosecuted in court. If the matter is taken to court and is proven, then the offence is likely to result in a fine.

The magistrates court sentencing guidelines state this is fine band B for the driver; B* for the owner-driver; and C for the ownercompany.

Starting points cater for cases where the overload is up to and including 10 per cent. Thereafter, 10 per cent should be added to the penalty for each additional one per cent of overload.

A fine is based on one of three bands (A, B or C). The selection of the relevant fine band, and the position of the individual offence within that band, is determined by the seriousness of the offence.

Starting point Range: ● Fine Band A: 50 per cent of relevant weekly income; 25–75 per cent of relevant weekly income ● Fine Band B: 100 per cent of relevant weekly income; 75–125 per cent of relevant weekly income ● Fine Band C: 150 per cent of relevant weekly income; 125–175 per cent of relevant weekly income Hopefully these sheds some light on what can be expected if prosecuted for an overload. As ever, please seek specific advice if you are ever in that situation.

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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Toll charges will be charged by intermediary company DKV Euro Service, and registrations for the new toll will commence on October 1, 2015.

The toll system will include the existing Belgian Eurovignette road network (motorways and national roads in the Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels regions) and will supersede the current time-based Eurovignette in the country.

The level of the toll will depend on the permissible total weight, the Euro class of the truck and the road category. Toll-related data will be collected via an onboard unit, which can be ordered after online registration or purchased from a service point in Belgium.

DKV said further sales points will be established near the country’s border crossings in due course.

t never rains but it pours … as the phrase goes. Well, that is almost certainly very true for the transport and logistics industry right now. Whilst there are a multitude of legislative, financial and social factors impacting business costs generally, let’s just think about three things that are directly affecting insurance costs.

Claims Frequency - The biggest factor that will influence insurance costs is claims frequency and it is starting to rise again after a period of stability. A number of factors are driving this; falling fuel prices, a recovering economy and Ministry of Justice (MOJ) reforms/ benefits starting to unravel as claimant solicitors/ accident management companies reform on lower cost base models.

Recent Department of Transport statistics also back this up. Figures for the year ending September 2014; ● Motor traffic volumes rose by 2% compared to previous 12 months ● Road deaths were up 1% ● 4% increase in killed or seriously injured compared to previous year ● 5% increase overall in road casualties.

The UK motor insurance market will have to react to rising claims frequency. It really is just a question of timing.

percentage of claims bills despite challenges to the blossoming culture around claims and better ways of combating fraud. Adding in the continuing affects of credit hire costs and you get the picture.

Insurance Premium Tax – An increase in excess of 50% was announced by the Chancellor in his latest budget. Introduced in 1994 at a rate of 2.5% it has steadily increased over the years. This is the first increase since 2011 with the worry being that there is a Government agenda to bring the rate in line with insurance taxes in other European countries.

There has been widespread condemnation of this rise from insurance bodies but, as

Claims Inflation – The consultant Ernest Young, in its June seminar on the UK Motor market, estimates claims inflation to be 4.3% in 2015 increasing to 4.6% in 2016. The key concern would be bodily injury inflation at 7.7%. Injuries are becoming a larger

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yet, surprisingly little from industry. Premium reductions in some cases or at least stability in charges are likely to be wiped out by this low profile tax. The stark reality for most is increasing budgets for insurance costs.

Think carefully about your choice of insurance broker. It matters that you partner with people who understand your sector and the insurance market that caters for it. Experience matters.

A poorly managed insurance choice based on price alone can very quickly outweigh that short term saving. Make sure your broker helps you to improve your risk profile and have in place risk management measures that puts you in as much control as you can in managing the cost of insurance.

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Staying inside the cab, the passenger seat can now rotate through 90 degrees, while there is also the option of a lower window on the passenger side.

Both these improvements allow a better view of front and rear implements, meaning drivers can keep a close eye on how they are performing in service.

Merc says it has upgraded the Unimog’s HVAC unit with an improved air distribution system; it has also replaced the existing steering wheel with a column-adjustable version to aid driver comfort. More controls have been moved closer to the driver’s reach, with the addition of a stalk mounted on

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Part of a €137 million investment in bringing Unimog to Euro 6, Mercedes has improved the drive system, broadened the range and redesigned the cab. The goal was to make Unimog a more economical and efficient workhorse, as well as a more pleasing environment in which drivers would spend their time.

On first impression, the company has delivered on its promises. Climb into the cab and you will notice a larger, panoramic screen in front of you.

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Like other models in Merc’s truck range, Unimog now has a multifunction steering wheel, which means drivers get to control specific functions – such as the audio system – without taking their hands off the wheel. The vehicle’s tyre pressure monitoring system, TyreControl Plus, can now be monitored via the dashboard display, and drivers can choose from road, sand and rough terrain settings, depending on the operation.

The new Euro 6 Unimog is powered by two of Mercedes’ BlueEfficiency engines - re-developed for the model. Three four-cylinder and two six-cylinder versions of the OM 934 and OM 936 engines are available – displacements of 5.1-litre and 7.7-litres respectively – with power outputs ranging from 156 bhp to 299 bhp. The engines might be cleaner, but overall power and torque available throughout the range has not suffered, with slight increases in performance over Euro 5 models. For the transmission, Unimog retains the eight forward and six reverse gears, as well as the company’s EQR system for quick reversing.

Many operators are swayed by the Unimog’s compact dimensions (the latest model boasting a width of 2.15 m, compared with 2.55 m for a conventional truck), but the new model also offers even more versatility. The U 218 offers a turning circle of just 12.6 m, slightly less than the manufacturer’s B-Class, and a wheelbase of 2.8 m, a combination which should appeal to those in environments where space is an issue.

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Mercedes-Benz has made some clever moves in helping to make Unimog more appealing to drivers, the cabin overhaul being one of the highlights. More akin to what you would find on one of its long-haul trucks, drivers sit in more comfort and experience higher quality materials than the outgoing model. The bigger windscreen, coupled with the relatively short bonnet, makes for a great view of the road – as well as any attachments.

However, don’t think the new broader Unimog line-up has lost any of its ability to tackle the roughest terrains, as the new truck negotiated a brief off-road course at Mercedes-Benz’ Münsingen test facility with ease. Tougher challenges will undoubtably lie ahead, but the Unimog has the feeling it can overcome any obstacle.

The addition of the short wheelbase U 218 is a particular highlight, given its versatility and manoeuverability, which should appeal to a new type of customer for Unimog.

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The truck is the first in Europe to make use of a hydrogen fuel cell (HFC), which is used as a range extender that doubles the electric vehicle’s autonomous range to 200 km.

The HFC works by producing water from oxygen in the air and hydrogen stored in the tanks, which in turn triggers the production of electricity and heat due to the reverse principle of water electrolysis.

When the prototype Maxity Electric with HFC is running, the electric motor is fed by two energy sources. The hydrogen fuel cell is capable of delivering a maximum power of 20 kW and, once that threshold is reached, the batteries kick in to supply whatever power is still required.

When the truck is idle, the hydrogen fuel cell is available to recharge the battery as required.

The heat released by the fuel cell is also reused to warm the passenger compartment, which avoids having to consume energy stored in the batteries.

La Poste currently operates the world’s largest fleet of electric vehicles, and Renault said the hydrogen-powered vehicle’s real-world tests with the company are scheduled to last for 12 months.

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■ Parking for 120 lorrys ■ Guaranteed good nights sleep ■ Designated fridge parking ■ Open sun- fri from 5pm (Sat by arrangement) ■ Snap, fuel cards, credit & debit cards accepted- cash back available.

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5 STAR RATING Cowper road, Gilwilly ind estate, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 9BN

Tel 01768 892310. 11 Opening hours - Mon-Thurs 7am-8.30pm.

Fri 7am-7.30pm. Sat7am-3pm. Sun 8am-3pm EVERYBODY Overnight parking, Showers, toilets, 24hrs MADE free Wi-Fi, all food home cooked, all HGV’s WELCOME welcome, breakfasts meals served all day.

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Scotland/North Parking Sites

Washing Sites

The Redmoss Hotel, Abington, ML12 6SX Purdy Lodge, Belford, NE70 7JU NT Truckstop, Carlisle, CA3 0JR Crawford Arms, Biggar, ML12 6TP Edinburgh Coach & Truck Park, EH15 2QA Newton Aycliffle Truckstop, DL5 6AJ Westway Lorry Park, Renfrew, PA4 8DJ Route 74 Truckstop, Lesmahagow, ML11 0JN Hungry Trucker Café, Crawford, ML12 6TW

Rainbow Truckwash, Glasgow, G11 6DN

Combined Sites Longtown Truckstop & Wash, Carlisle, CA6 5TR Eardley International, Lockerbie, DG11 3JD

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The Fields Café at Alconbury Truckstop

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WHITLEY BRIDGE TRUCK STOP Breakfast Junction Cafe and Truck Parking on A46, Warwick just off junction 15, M40. Secure Parking , CCTV, Shower facilities, free wifi. Freshly Made food, Indian curries available.

Opening Times - Monday to Thursday 7am to 10pm Friday 7am to 6pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am to 2pm £17 Parking, including £7 food voucher Tel: 01926 400252 (Call for Directions) The Breakfast Junction, A46 Southbound, BP Petrol Site, Warwick.

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SNAP sites in the North and the Midlands Parking Sites The Red Lion Truckstop, Northampton, NN7 4DE The Fox, A1 Colsterworth, NG33 5LN Jacks Hill Cafe, Towcester, NN12 8ET Lincoln Farm Café & Hotel, Solihull, B92 0LS Stibbington Diner, Peterborough, PE8 6LR Kates Cabin Truckstop, Peterborough, PE7 3UJ Truckers Rest, Cannock, WS11 1SF Extra Services, Blackburn, Lancs, BB3 0AT North Wales Truckstop, Deeside, CH5 2NR Hessle Dock Truckstop, Hessle, HU13 0EG NT Truckstop, Rugby, CV23 0AG Newark Lorry Park, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1BL Crewe Lorry Park, Crewe, CW1 6DD

Heywood Distribution Park, Heywood OL10 2TT The New Hollies, Cannock, WS11 1SB The Kitchen, Sleaford Road (A15), LN4 2AN Caenby Corner, Glentham (A15), LN8 2AR Lodge Farm Café, Holbeach, PE12 8LT Immingham Truck Park, Immingham DN40 2LL Standeford Farm Café, Standeford WV10 7BN Welford Truckstop, Northampton, NN6 6JF Junction 31 Truckpark, Sheffield, S26 2BS A19 Services N.bound, Hartlepool, TS27 3HH A19 Services S.bound, Hartlepool, TS27 3HH NEW - Centika Lorry Park, Castleford, WF10 1LX NEW - Breakfast Junction, Warwick CV35 8RH

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Lymm Truckwash Ltd., WA13 0SP M62 Burtonwood Services, Warrington, WA5 3AX B. Taylor & Sons Ltd., Huthwaite, NG17 2HU RCS Logistics, Corby, NN17 5XZ LPW Castleford, Whitwood, WF10 5QH Junction 1, Hellaby, Rotheram, S66 8QL Welcome Break, Hartshead Moor, HD6 4JX Roadchef M6, S.bound Stafford, ST15 0EU Roadchef Chester MSA, Cheshire CH2 4QZ Kirkby Truckwash, Merseyside, L33 7UH Victor Valet, M6/M42, Sutton Coldfield, B76 9DT Truck Jet Clean, Ellesmere Port, CH65 4LB

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OPERATING ADVICE John Peers is an independent commercial vehicle specialist insurance broker with clients throughout the UK, from owner-drivers to international fleet operators. Contact John on 01978 758226 or 07957 403684, email john@johnpeers.com or follow him on twitter @HonestbrokerJP

Holiday cover

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Your friend will become an employee of yours; albeit only for a two- or three-week period. Nevertheless, you will need your liability insurance to include Temporary Employers Liability cover. The good news is that some liability insurance policies automatically include this cover, and if they do not, I would only expect a minimal charge to be made for a short period to cover for your holiday.

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I currently carry general goods towing a curtainsider, however I have just been offered some container work – albeit still within the UK. Will this affect my insurances?

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Your goods in transit policy is most probably limited to RHA conditions and possibly with some All Risks cove.

However in respect of container work, even when you are only carrying within the UK, you will require your policy to be increase to CMR Conditions. This may well not actually increase your premiums, especially if only part of your overall work is container work, but it is essential your transit, liability and motor insurers are aware of this change in the type of goods you are carrying.

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It is essential you have your solicitor to draw up a Partnership Agreement which details what each of you agrees should happen in the untimely death or serious illness. This will prevent any misunderstanding from family members, who may have otherwise thought they would be entitled to shares in your company.

Partnership Agreement is an absolutely essential legal document which sadly only comes to light when there is a dispute between business partners or their next of kin following a death.

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Corgi has released a range of Eddie Stobart diecast/plastic models pitched at the younger collector. Part of the manufacturer’s Super Haulers series, this model (TY86650) comes in 1:64 scale features authentic Stobart livery, a detachable tri-axle skeletal trailer and plastic Stobart Rail container. Total length measures 239 mm.

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Away from home and need to wash your smalls? Say goodbye to dirty sinks or expensive laundromats with Scrubba. This ingenious bag acts like a pocket-sized portable washing machine, which the manufacturer claims achieves a machine-quality result in just a few minutes. Just fill it full of dirty clothes, add water and detergent, seal up and give the rubberised bag a good massage – its built-in washboard and plastic scrubbing blobs will do the rest. Best of all, it collapses right down for easy storage.

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If you’re a lady trucker who’s fed up with the lack of decent toilet facilities in the UK, pStyle can help you answer the call of nature without having to risk baring all in a layby. Formed from rigid plastic, its design enables females to pee while standing up – even through the trouser zip (softer silicone devices are available, but can be harder to use). It’s easy to wash and fully reusable, and also eliminates the need for loo roll.

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Wheelers Restaurant (Freshly cooked food at affordable prices) Opening Hours: Mon – Friday 6:00am – 9:00pm (breakfast: 6am – 12noon), Sat & Sun 7:00am – 9:00pm (breakfast: 7am – 12noon) ● Route 74 Shop, Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7days. Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Soft Drinks, Newspapers & Magazines, Cigarettes, Confectionary, Truck, Coach & Car Accessories ● Washroom Facilities, Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7days. Male & Female Toilets & Showers, Disabled facility ● Fuel Pumps, Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7 days, (Gas Oil/Adblue/Derv) - Cards: UK Fuels/ Key Fuels ● Truck & Coach Wash + Car Wash, Opening Hours: 8am – 6pm (7 days) ● Parking - Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7days (2hrs – Free) Overnight Parking: £14.00, or £22.50 (includes £8 meal voucher + shower) Snap Account Holders: Parking (£16 Parking + Shower) & Truckwashing, 24 hour Security Guards, Site fully secured, 200 parking spaces, Car Park 2: Fridges, Trailers changeovers, Overspill parking, WIFI – 2hrs Free

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

Route 74 Truckstop

Teiglum Road, Lesmahagow, ML11 0JN TRUCK STOP OF Tel: 01555 896210 e-mail: enquiries@route74.co.uk THE YEAR 2015

DRIVER DISQUALIFIED AFTER ‘UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR’

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he traffic commissioner for Scotland, Joan Aitken, has disqualified a truck driver for 15 months after she ruled he was no longer fit to be a professional driver.

During hearings in Edinburgh in January and March this year, Aitken was told driver James Tominey had committed a number of offences, including not taking the correct legal breaks and rest while driving. Investigators found 39 occasions when he had removed a card designed to record his duties.

In a written decision issued after the hearings, the traffic commissioner said his behaviour was unacceptable.

“Yet again, I use a traffic commissioner’s written decision to say these rules on drivers’ hours and tachographs are all about protecting drivers from their own fatigue, and protecting the rest of us from the driver’s fatigue and all the errors of judgement that flow from fatigue,” Aitken said.

“Falling asleep at the wheel is responsible for fatalities and very serious injuries and distress. Mr Tominey imperilled himself, but much worse, he imperilled the rest of us.”

The industry regulator also dealt with the driver’s former employer, Uddingston-based firm DGG Transport Ltd. Aitken made an order to curtail the company’s licence to run HGVs for eight weeks. The licence will also be cut to 22 vehicles.

She said the company’s rapid expansion and impact of a contract for Wiseman had affected the business and “generated heat within the traffic office”. There was a failure to ensure compliance.

During the hearings, William Nelson, a former transport manager for the company, was also warned as to his professional competence and repute.

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❯❯ TRUCKSTOP FOCUS ❯❯ TRUCKSTOP ROADKING HOLYHEAD – GRAND OPENING September 12th 2015 is an important date in the RoadKing Truckstop calendar. Nearly 100 years ago, The Hollies in Cannock opened its doors to the transport community and has become a thing of folklore, supposedly being the oldest truckstop in the UK and of course, they are constantly reminded of the stories by the 1000’s of regulars that visit it religiously.

The newest addition to RoadKing has its Grand Opening on September 12th where everyone is invited to their flagship site, to enjoy an afternoon of Truck Fest Style attractions and entertainment for all. It will be held at their 200+ space park in Holyhead where trucks old and new will be shown along with some special surprises to be announced closer to the event.

RoadKing evolved when Mr Simon Ismail and Mr Fred Done saw how neglected the transport industry had become. With Service Station style facilities charging ridiculous prices for non-nutritional fast food, dirty broken showers and non-secure parking, the idea to go back to basics, ask the HGV drivers what they need; and then deliver it, was a simple one for these two successful business men. Back to basics means home cooked locally sourced food at normal prices, clean showers with plenty hot water, secure parking so they can have unbroken rest and facilities to make it a home from home.

This is the ethos of RoadKing.

Being the 2nd busiest port in the UK, 1000’s of wagons pass through the town of Holyhead on a

daily basis. Up until now, the drivers have had to park in the town laybys, supermarket carparks, residential areas-all with no toilets, showers or eating facilities. With no other option, the town was being used as a truckstop/toilet and of course the locals have had to put up with it for years.

With the new RoadKing site open, the public are demanding action from the Town Council and Welsh Government ministers to clean up the town and enforce the current laws regarding HGVs polluting the centre. The good news is the facilities at RoadKing Holyhead are second to none and the café has been voted the 6th best on the Island after just 8 weeks! The drivers are now happy with a better quality of life and the transport companies have their loads in a 24 hr secure parking area with patrols and CCTV. They have an extensive menu from amazing value rump steaks and lamb shanks, to lasagnes cottage pies and curries. The favourite is still the RoadKing breakfast, with people travelling for miles to sample the best. The Belly Buster is almost unfinishable but there is a small, medium and mega if you can’t face the Big One! Healthy options are also available with salads, baked potatoes, omelettes and even a Quorn dish…they have thought of it all! Along with the café is a 24hr bar, huge TVs, free Wifi, pool table, eight huge showers rooms and a wash area, rented bedrooms for public or drivers who need a night in a bed and of course friendly, helpful staff to look after you while there.

The regulars can even take advantage of a Loyalty card to save money.

The Grand opening on the 12th September will be a charitable event. For all vehicles that come to show, there is a twist. Instead of the drivers paying for parking, RoadKing will match that

cost and put to a prize fund. The HGV that wins best truck, will get the privilege to nominate their choice of charity where the fund goes. Do you have a Charity that could benefit? Better get down to RoadKing Holyhead on the 12th. Contact them directly for more details.

RoadKing Holly Head Truck Stop: RoadKing, Holyhead Parc Cybi, Kingsland Holyhead, Anglesey LL65 1YQ Tel: 01407 764981

DOVER TRUCK PARK OFFERS WELCOME RELIEF DURING OPERATION STACK

A1 TRUCK STOP COLSTERWORTH

The A1 Truck Stop continues to strive to provide drivers with all the facilities they should expect from a Truck Stop. Since Mr Albert White purchased the site in 1999 the business has grown from strength to strength and is now a favourite stop for many drivers. Along with secure parking with full toilet/ shower facilities which are open all night, drivers come to the A1 Truck Stop because they can always be assured of a good hearty meal. The A1 Stadium Diner which is owned and run by Margaret White (Albert’s wife) has a long standing reputation of good quality home cooked food with large plate servings leaving even the hungriest driver feeling full to the brim and at a very reasonable cost. And before returning to their cab, drivers can take the opportunity of relaxing in the comfy bar which has large screen Sky/BT Sports.

Mr White, a driver himself, who started in business with one lorry in the early 70’s has successfully run haulage wagons and of latter years a specialised Waste Recycling business running some 50-60 Tankers, so he knows exactly what drivers like and need and has brought this knowledge into running a proper Truck Stop for Drivers and continually invests to ensure it remains one of the Top in the UK, winning TRUCKSTOP OF THE YEAR IN 2014. The lastest investment is in four new Twin Diesel Pumps and additional AdBlue Pumps so that each Island has Diesel & AdBlue fuelling, which means a quicker fuel up time and no time wasted having to change islands. The Pumptronics C Series Pumps run at 120 litres a minute as they are served by brand new separate feed lines from the storage tanks, ensuring a much faster fuel up.

Albert & Margaret go out of their way to ensure both drivers and owners are satisfied with good service from A1 Colsterworth, and along with their dedicated and friendly staff ensures they have a loyal following of regular visitors.

A1 Colsterworth Truck Stop: Bourne Rd Grantham – 01476 860916

With ongoing industrial action affecting the Port of Calais in France during June and July, truckers have experienced significant disruption to their journeys due to Operation Stack. Causing traffic gridlock across Kent, HGV drivers have been delayed by more than 24-hours during a heatwave, with queues of 4,600 lorries stretched back 30 miles, after the M20 was closed coast-bound between junctions 8 and 11.

With cross-Channel disruption set to continue throughout the summer, Dover Truck Park provides a welcome alternative to the M20 carriageway, where temporary facilities have been described as ‘absolutely disgusting’ by stranded lorry drivers.

Owned and operated by Priority Freight Ltd, a leading provider of contingency logistics solutions globally, Dover Truck Park offers HGV drivers a comfortable and secure site to rest for as long as they need.

Located only three miles from the Port of Dover, just off the A2, the park is secure within three-metre high alarmed perimeter fencing, with 24h patrols, CCTV and automatic number plate recognition guaranteeing peace-of-mind.

Truckers can keep up to date with the latest traffic and Channel crossing news, or pass the time surfing the web, with free Wi-Fi available across the park. With reports that drivers had to wait over seven hours to use the facilities along the M20, Dover Truck Park ensures drivers have a comfortable stay, with excellent wash and laundry rooms available on-site.

With parking free for the first 90 minutes, truckers can stay at Dover Truck Park for £26 per 24 hour stay including a restaurant meal voucher worth £6 (£10 at the weekend). The on-site American style diner and licenced restaurant will keep guests well fed and entertained during their stay.

With temperatures set to soar over the coming weeks, and no end in sight to the troubles across the Channel, HGV drivers spending time at Dover Truck Park will leave feeling refreshed and ready for the long road ahead.

Dover Truck Park is located on 6-7 Menzies Rd, Port Zone, Dover, CT16 2HQ. To find out more visit www.dovertruckpark.com or call 01304 828 795.

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Remember the bad old days? The days when there was a shortage of well-run sites specifically for professional drivers? Overpriced, mediocre food, showers you daren’t step into with bare feet, and fruitless searches for an open truckwash after 6pm? We knew from experience and through speaking to others that what drivers need is quite straight forward: a good meal, a clean shower and a safe place to park, all without breaking the bank. We also knew that if we wanted good facilities for our own drivers, we would just have to create them ourselves.

So that’s exactly what we did. We first opened in 2007 and we have grown from strength to strength, gaining a reputation for good food, a terrific truckwash and clean showers. What more does the professional driver need? Well. “Access to the showers day and night?” Absolutely. “Free WiFi would help”. Yes we have that too. “Somewhere to sit and relax? Yep. We even have our own library that you can borrow books from. And our location couldn’t be better. 200 metres off the M74, Junction 19.

2015 is seeing big changes to the site. Drivers said they needed more space, so we gave them exactly that – double our original capacity. We always try to listen to our customers and respond to their needs. And that’s what makes us a good truckstop. Our customers are our reason for being here. They can always be sure of a friendly face, a chat and most importantly, lovely grub.

We make sure that the food served is homemade, it’s locally sourced, it’s carefully prepared and prices are keen. It’s the free range eggs, local sausages (they are made specifically for us), and our super, creative cooks that make all the difference. Soup, cakes, biscuits, pies, pasties … it’s all made, by us, every day.

The same quality and attention to detail operates in our truckwash. Using a state of the art gantry wash coupled with our dedicated washing team, means you can be sure of a great finish. We use non-caustic soap, so your paintwork is protected and we recycle our water, so we’re protecting the environment too.

It’s the little things. The attention to detail. The taking time. And the personal service that make us, what we consider to be, the UK’s only boutique truckstop! Come and visit us soon.

TRUCK STOP OF THE YEAR 2015

ROUTE 74 TRUCKSTOP

Route 74 voted Truck Stop of the Year 2015 is a new facility based in Lesmahagow south of Glasgow, just off the main M74 motorway at junction 10.

We offer safe and secure parking for 200 trucks, onsite Wheelers restaurant offering freshly cooked food at reasonable prices, drive thru Truck & Coach wash, 24hr shop and fuel facilities. Open to all truckers and members of the public, our friendly staff are always on hand to welcome you at Route 74 Truck Stop. u Wheelers Restaurant (Freshly cooked food at affordable prices) Opening Hours: Mon – Friday 6:00am – 9:00pm (breakfast: 6am – 12noon), Sat & Sun 7:00am – 9:00pm (breakfast: 7am – 12noon) u Route 74 Shop, Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7days. Tea/Coffee, Snacks, Soft Drinks, Newspapers & Magazines, Cigarettes, Confectionary, Truck, Coach & Car Accessories u Washroom Facilities, Opening Hours: 24hrs – 7days. Male & Female Toilets & Showers, Disabled facility

Eardely International Truck Stop: Old Burnswark Station, Junction 19 M74, Ecclefechan, Lockerbie DG11 3JD 01576 300500

Route 74 Teiglum Road, Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire ML11 0JN- 01555 896210

PJM LORRY PARK – COVENTRY Fueling the Nation’s Drivers! Grab a free cuppa!

We like to think that Truck Stops are not just about the next stop but what drives you forward!

Summer Meal Deals from Route 45 and Loyalty Cards offering perks is just part of the welcome from us all at PJM Lorry Park. Located in Coventry we are the MIdlands’ premier truck stop destination for lorry drivers with secure parking and unrivalled facilities.

There are a lot of truck stops that offer great value, but we’re not really just about that. We’re actually more than a truck stop; we’re a destination.

If you’re a trucker you drive the biggest on the road and we like to think that at PJM Lorry Park, we’re the biggest in value fueling the nations’ drivers. The best £20 you’ll ever spend for a good night’s sleep is with us; we tuck up truckers, stamp your loyalty card and serve up a Carvery! Pop in over Summer, our popular Summer Meal Deals offer a trucker tucker bumper choice of fresh food ready to go.

Sound good so far? So what’s on offer then?

With 160 spaces, we provide we provide a welcome rest with comfort and safety being priority. Open 24/7 and 365 days a year, facilities close a bit earlier and are Monday to Friday, but park and shower any time and we do take away delivery too.

We provide essential value for drivers whilst protecting valuable loads and as you would expect from a leading truck stop; easy links to all the major motorways. With secure parking including dedicated refrigeration and transporter parking, truck wash, fresh food by Route 45, wi-fi and tv lounge we turn a good night into a good morning.

The Extra Mile: We’ve got loyalty cards that give away free goodies and for Route 45 free coffees back to drivers, the tenth cup is on us.

We’ve got 160 spaces – but with over 2000 twitter followers, we listen and grind up the roads with you, so you’re never far away from the action @pjmlorrypark Breakfast Chef Pete has been serving up dishes for over two years at the helm of the Big Breakfast Route 45, he’ll remember how you like your eggs!

PJM Lorry Park, Rowley Road, Coventry, CV3 4PY. 02476 992866

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Fast Facts about PJM Group 2002 founded. 2 Management duo Paul Moore and Terry Burns, founders and owners of PJM Group. 1 million cars cleaned last year by PJM Valeting. 50 locations with PJM presence. 12 months the turn around time from taking over the Coventry site and launching PJM Logistics, PJM Lorry Park and PJM Group new HQ. New 24/7 Vehicle Management System. 2014 FN50 Associate Sponsors.

Websites: www.pjmgroupltd.co.uk www.pjmlorrypark.co.uk @pjmlorrypark @pjmgroupltd

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OWNER DRIVERS

RECRUITMENT

DFDS Logistics a leading Trailer & Container operator, covering Scandinavian & European markets.

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Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) experienced drivers for our extensive client network.

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● 44tonne Unit ● Preferably ADR equipped ● Full CMR Insurance cover For more information, please contact: Thierry Versluis on 01469-562861 Or email thierry.versluis@dfds.com

www.dfdslogistics.com DFDS Logistics Partners Ltd.

You should have a minimum of two years HGV experience in a professional environment and a current, valid driving licence with no more than six points for minor offences.

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Due to continued expansion we are proud to announce our latest office opening in the prestigious CEME Innovation building in Dagenham Essex just off the M25 junction 30 Why not call us now on 020 8596 5392 for an interview and to meet the team

Your next dream job is right here loads of opportunities online at www.transportcafe.co.uk the training they received was with a reputable organisation.

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

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

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RECRUITMENT

Unit 18, i Centre, interchange House, Howard Way, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, MK16 9PY www.optimum-mk.co.uk

Optimum requires for it’s European division HGV1 drivers.

● Drivers would need to have at least one Year’s experience of driving in Europe with LHD drive trucks. ● With no more than 9 points on their licence. ● All locations considered. ● Very competitive rates of pay. ● Ltd company drivers welcome.

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

For further details please contact Martin on: 01908 299390 email martin@optimumeuropean.com

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Established for over 25 years, are offering fixed contracts for Hauliers

We offer... Fast, weekly regular payments • All kilometres paid – loaded or empty All Sea-freight paid All European countries covered • Guaranteed round trip work available with immediate start

Contact UK – Billy Fullerton 01322 429 720, billyf@solstor.co.uk UK – Sarah Gourand 01322 429 732, sarahg@solstor.co.uk

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● 7 days payment terms – no hidden charges! ● Direct bank payments (BACS) ● Modern trailers/ competitive hire ● Long term contracts – 365 days a year ● Weekend/ night work ● Free truck washing/ weekend parking

UK Return Loads

● Regular loads from all areas of UK ● Night work and weekend work available ● Tautliner, Box, Fridge & Flat work available ● Excellent rates ● Prompt payment (BACS)

www.fahyfreight.com CALL US 01695 55 11 86 Fahy Freight is part of the Driver Provider North West Ltd group of companies Unit 3c, Selby Place, Stanley Business Park, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EF Company Reg: 5970257

LGV1 Transporter Drivers Day and Night Shifts - Excellent OTE Please contact Emma Wearden(HR Officer) on 01282 771 983 or e-mail: Emma.Wearden@faganwhalley.co.uk

UNITRAK BULK TRANSFER LTD Require experienced Class 1 Tipper Drivers with minimum two years tipping experience.

Nights out are essential. Based in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

Ring Bryson Elderton on 01604 780088 or 07802188538 Yeoman Farm, Kettering Road, Hannington.

Northants NN6 9TE

COVENTRY, PORTBURY & THURLEIGH Acumen Automotive Limited has immediate vacancies for LGV1 car transporter drivers for day and night shifts based in Coventry, Portbury and Thurleigh, Beds.

A full driver CPC is required.

Please email your CV with full details to Jobs@Acumen-dist.co.uk or telephone 02476 516840 for more details.

Acumen Automotive Limited, PJM Lorry Park, Rowley Road, Coventry, CV3 4PY Tel: 02476 516840

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RECRUITMENT

HGV 1 ,HGV 2, 7.5 ton drivers needed for Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Middlesex and Buckinghamshire.

Spedice s 20-letou zkušeností na evropském trhu - ACP FREIGHT SERVICES z Portsmouth - hledá ke spolupráci dopravce pro trasy mezi Anglii, Francii, ČR a Slovenskem. Zaručujeme včasné platby a perfektní organizaci dopravy vedenou zkušeným týmem plánovačů.

Pokud máte zájem, kontaktujte nás: An established freight forwarding company, 20 years on the European market - ACP Freight Services from Portsmouth - is seeking for the Czech and/or Slovak hauliers to collaborate with on lanes between UK, France, Czech Rep and Slovakia. We guarantee payments always on time and perfection in organising the transports by the experienced team of planners. If you are interested, please contact us

Michal Gierat Tel: +44 2392-862-112 • ddi: +44 2392-892-764 Mobile: +48 609-90-75-01 • Email: michal@acpfreight.com

u HGV 1 Pay up to £16 per hour u HGV 2 Pay up to £15 per hour u 7.5 ton pay up to £11 per hour

Please call GOT PEOPLE 01923 882888 Mary and Alison (Ex GB)

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working together HGV Class 1 Dray Drivers £110.30 A DAY HGV drivers needed for dray work in Surrey Sussex and Kent on going contracts.

HGV Class 1 up to £14 an hour HGV drivers required in the Heathrow Slough Greenford Basildon Dartford Sittingbourne Aldershot Gatwick for ongoing contract HGV Class 1 Drivers £130 per night For a Blue Chip Client in Tilbury on going position.

HGV Class 1 Drivers £120 per day and £140 per night Required for an ongoing container contract in Thatcham must have experience and held licence for 2 years HGV Class 1 Drivers £11.50 day £12.50 pm’s £13.50 nights Required for large supermarket contracts in Kent will consider drivers with 1 years experience. All drivers will be required to complete a drivers assessment.

For more information and more opportunities please contact Michael, Steve or Michelle on 01293 571666.

Full and part loads available for flats, tauts to and from most parts of the UK. Trailer hire, Workshop and vehicle maintenance services available.

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RETURN LOADS

Barron Wood Distribution Limited

UK & European Return Loads Tautliners – Tilts – Box Vans – Flats – Crane Mounted Vehicles

Owner Drivers Required Traction Available

www.barronwooddistribution.co.uk Contact Preston 01772 610160 - Glasgow 0141 781 1100 TRAINING

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