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Truckstop News went to press, the Mercedes-Benz has Artist’s German manufacturer said the design is impression announced Arocs, a as unusual as the complete truck, which of the new features steel elements on the bumpers, new specialist truck AlsoArocs of benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving – Merc a robusta radiator guard and optically position, optimised to provide better view of the road. This is promises Volvo Trucks has lifted on led itsto increased breakdowns otorway blockades and the lid which for construction work, integrated construction-specifi folding new aided bytrucks an increase in the cabʼs usable window areac and an at fuel refineries and added pressure on British all-newprotests FH series of heavy trucks, Also oftough benefit to drivers are improved seats and driving entry step. will be innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. which is set to follow in France are causing forecourts. view of the road. This is position, optimised to provide a better has in lifted the lid on its New for the Arocs are the product designedVolvo with Trucks the driver mind Stalks and arranged in priority so area the most aided by ancontrols increaseare in the cabʼs usable window and an problems for UK truck drivers – The problem is expected to get all-new series of heavy trucks, onexactly the heels of FH the new Loader and Grounder. The important ones are groups now closest to the driver, and the The Mercedes-Benz Actros premium and focus on fuel economy. innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. months after industrial worse as protests over a new labour Thea12new new Mercedes-Benz Actros premium steering wheel now has aare neck tilthas function – another Arocs Loader been fully optimised designed with the driver in mind Stalks and controls arranged in priority so the most Actros for chaos long-distance action created in Calais.unit range market reform bill star continue. long-haul tractor was the world-first in theto truck reduce its kerb weight, important ones are nowworld. closest to the driver,and and the long-haul tractor unit range was the star and a focus on fuel economy. Details were scarce when we went to Asattraction Truckstop News went to press, Last summer’s action by striking Safety is high on agenda, Anthe all-new cab for some of North-West’s steering wheel now hasthe a neck tiltsaid function – another transport the Antos Mercedes-Benz result provides press ahead of and thestations official launch attraction for some of the the dozens of petrol near the on ferryNorth-West’s workers cost the transport and structure more upright4x2 A-pillars, which world-firstfeatures inpayload-optimised the truck world. tractor units September 5, but the Swedish Details were scarce when weoperators, went to leading road transport at a French port had run dryshortand British logistics industry at an estimated £21 for heavy-duty isan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAninterior leading road operators, a press of transport theNews official on manufacturer told ahead Truckstop thelaunch which are among the lightest vehicles hauliers were struggling to fill their million due to delays, cancelled ferry structure features more upright A-pillars, which launch event staged by leading an extra 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means September 5, but thestaged Swedish new FHs will be available in both Euro incab thean construction sector – as well as from radius distribution. 3 of interior launch event by the leading give the additional m space. tanks, visiting several stations before sailing and interrupted Eurotunnel storage capacity, as well as 1greater comfort on told Truckstop News 5 and 6 form,manufacturer and pack a dealer vast amount Enza. 8x4/4 concrete mixers with 32-tonne This means an extra 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of board.“The cab is optimised both for work and fuel and and improvements. beingwill allowed to buyEnza. crossings. dealer new FHs be available in both Euro of finding upgrades storage capacity, as well as comfort on rom 2013 onwards, the German maximum permissible weight. leisure time,” Nilsson said. “Agreater better bed, 5 and 6 form, and pack a vast amount only a limited amount. “The damage caused was farLeading the charge for fuel board.“The cab is optimised both work and vehicle manufacturer said all its The Arocs Grounder is for designed of upgrades and improvements. integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low Lorry driver Tony Henderson, who reaching and this can’t be allowed efficiency is Volvoʼs new I-See leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, trucks and tractor units used for operating under difficult Leading the charge for fuel noise levels among other features, all increase Held at (Truckstop the Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, theagain,” said FTA deputy regularly travels to France from his to happen function News, issue 301). integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low Centres 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 event gave invited guests their first chance to put the base in Belfast, said some filling chief executive, James Hookham. noise levels among other features, all increase The system, function which works alongside the across the (Truckstop News, issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to put the nightʼs sleep, which in turn means drivers are less construction sector will be known under it is extremely stable and resilient vehicle through its paces on UK roads. UK the chance of pleasant relaxation and a good stations were drivers toworks 200 “The Port of Calais handles £89 I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Thelimiting which alongside the vehicle through its paces on premium UK roads. tired and more alert.” New Actros issystem, theby ultimate for longthe name Arocs. andwhich has been idling speed. Maximum tractive power a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, in turnmanufactured means driversto arebe less to cut consumption five per cent by truck litres of diesel – his truck holds 900 billion worth of UK trade every year I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed We give £5 to Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truckranges for longProduction of uncompromising thealert.” Volvo FH will start in spring distance transport. From the outset, designers and tired and more The dump trucks, all-wheel drive and robust for2013 the from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will and two steering front axles. Fourabout route the truck storing litres –information and there littlethe information – cent it’s a by vital to cut was consumption by five per charity for distance transport. From the designers andtrade route that must be engineers were determined tooutset, provide the best possible for the Europeantoughest market. Production of the Volvo FH will start in spring 2013 dump trucks, concrete mixers, tractor jobs on the construction site. be achieved by the four engine sizes: axle versions with one front and three drives along. “The next time the truck uses thethe route thepossible truck storing information available.driving protected.” every medical engineers were determined to about provide best comfort, dynamics, safety, productivity and for the European market. the same I-See operates the time drives along. “The next truck units drop-side chassis vehicles willtheFollowing The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma 7.7,uses 10.7, 15.6 litre. rear axles, a wide range of air-sprung “Ifand youroute, can’t getdynamics, fuel, you can’t last12.8 year’sand chaos, FTA The latter comfort, driving safety, productivity operating economy, as well as a sweeping rangeand of cab the same route, I-See operates theis completely accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure besizes, available as two-, threeand fourtrade fair in April 2013. new and comes in the vehicles, or a load-optimised concretemove. And if you have a full tank then devised a five-point plan of measures operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes said to ensure progress as economical as variants possible,” axle vehicles, with 16 output formthe of issues thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive you’re aissitting target overnight for to tackle which included sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. progress is asVolvo economical as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, ranging from tosituation,” 625 bhp. theand Arocs will also be tandem are examples of the variety of tailor perfectly for anyTruck application. Thevehicles current Actros the Guinness Record thieves. It’sClaes a238 bhp Catch 22holds he Volvo a World call forMercedes the Port ofsaid Calais Nilsson, president, Truck Corporation. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at if40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have The engines have been designed setting an example with itsoffdrive system. new Arocs versions available straight off or 0870 6091540 said. “It would help the overhead Eurotunnel facility to be declared Corporation. An fuel additional fiveatper cent saving in new seven per cent cent more frugal for economy 40istonnes gvw, butfuel road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line. gantries on the motorways gave limits to industrial action. Anmodel additional five per saving inany fuel use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, shown the new model is seven per 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 information, but there’s no help at all.”cent French strikes and protests are Package. This package encompasses while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows regulations, a transmission, four per when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions Package. This package encompasses available for order as a Euro 6 fi tted as a standard. Drive in 14 different versions. As supplements Motorists taking half-term getexpected to continue, with disruption training andultra-clean monthly assistance – Fuel cent whileimprovement. Euro 6 version shows–aFuel four per training and monthly assistance aways–the across the Channel also ran expected at ports, airports andwhich on railhave been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or version only. programs are available Advice and its aim is to cut fuel costs by Cotswold Medicals Ltd Theimprovement. 81 guests took turns to head 17-mile Advice – and its aim is toout cut on fuela costs bytest cent Coverdale House into problems as the scarcity ofdesigned fueland lines.of Rail workers have announced The BlueTec 6 engines are specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be changing styles and increasing drive, chosen to simulate a out variety typical changing styles increasing Thecarefully 81driving guests tookdriving turns to head on a 17-mile test Little Sodbury End in France saw many families returning rolling strikes every Wednesday and 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 knowledge of how to drive for maximum conditions. The route included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical reckons theFrench new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. to the UK with near-empty tanks, Thursday until July.configurations offered fuel-efficiency. exhaust-gas turbocharger The drive for Mark aMay cab floor. fuel-efficiency. Problems atlevel the pumps: fuel shortage is causing havoc for British truckers carriageway roads. Each ofand the four demonstrator Charges include VAT driving conditions. The route included singleand dualVolvoʼs 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. 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recent survey of more than 800 truck suzu Truck (UK) Ltd is celebrating the drivers has shown the majority of finals of its annual nationwide Dealership those surveyed (74 per cent) do not Renault Range T480 Challenge, which took place over a whole feelisDriver CPC has had a negative impact with day fitted at its HQ in Amco Hatfield, Hertfordshire. onVeba the industry. 936finalists crane out of ITUK’s 63 The six The research, conducted earlier in 2016 by dealerships had to progress through two Driver CPC consortium RTITB, also showed exceptionally tough earlier online rounds one third of drivers agree the introduction before qualifying for the finals. They were of Driver CPC has been a good thing, and then confronted by a series of challenges that only 24 per cent stated Driver CPC training tested every aspect of their skills, knowledge requirements would affect the likelihood of and professional expertise to the limit. them remaining in the industry. “We set up the Dealership Challenge to “It’s a shame when I hear that some LGV find the very best people and companies in drivers are still unconvinced by Driver CPC our nationwide network,” said Peter Murphy, and I sometimes see research that reflects managing director of ITUK. “It is also a way of this,” said Laura Nelson, managing director assessing the ability of our dealer network to for RTITB. ensure we continue to deliver the very highest “In light of the current shortage of levels of care, sales expertise, parts and skilled drivers it is a worry that continued service technical skills.” professional development isn’t yet The finalists of the 2014 Dealership convincing drivers to remain within the Challenge were AK Commercials Bristol, profession in the future. We believe driving is Proud finalists from the 2014 Isuzu Dealership Challenge Ferndown Commercials Dorset, DT Trucks an extremely skilled profession and design Essex, Imperial Commercials Glasgow, Harry our Driver CPC courses with this in mind.” “For me personally, every day is a Kevin Archer, director of AK Commercials Moore Commercials Exeter and MC Truck & Driver CPC from RTITB enables training ‘teaching and learning day’. We think Isuzu in Bristol, said:” “It was absolutely wonderful Bus Kent. providers and employers to create Driver raised the barsaid this the yearfirm’s – it was tough last to belines, a finalist again and in the Isuzu Truck Thenfield-based winners include a Full Dealership Wellington trucks regularly track sleepers ballasts for TfL/ general haulier CPC courses uniquely tailored to their RTITB study suggests perception of Driver CPC is but changing year, even tougher this time, though still Dealership Challenge for the second year and an Authorised Ltd Repairer plus twoaTop pull a lot of weight – up to 22 tonnes – London Underground as well as fabrication Evenheights has selected new customer and business needs. The RTITB very enjoyable and not too stressful. running. We filocal eldedsteelworks. exactly the same team Master Technicians, who are sent to Japan around the challenging city streets of and RSJs for Renault Range T for its heavy-duty “Treating drivers as professionals and CourseBuilder library currently covers 110 discussion, working party-style discussions “We’ll defiits nitely enterneed againtonext year. as“I’ve last year. Webeen haveaafan wonderful team at AK to participate in the I: 1 Grand Prix London, vehicles be tough, always of Renault trucks haulage work theglobal London deliveringsoDriver CPC courses that improve topics, and to for optimise drivertransport attention and and case-study based learning. It’s a great way to the keep us“The on our toes Tand Commercials and everyone works to3a very challenge at Isuzu Motors Japan, competing reliable and up to job. Range has and it was time to retire an old Euro network. both skill and career development are key engagement, no session lasts longer than 35 “We hope we can continue to help more meetbeen otheron top ITUK dealerships too,” Archer high standard. We’re all very us hands-on and against Isuzu Truck technicians from around only the road for a couple of weeks, workhorse which has served really well The 44-tonne Range T480, supplied and to changing the perceptions about our minutes. Each session can be delivered in a drivers see Driver CPC as a positive part concluded. passionate about what we do. owner, the world. by Norfolk Truck & Van Ltd at but we are really happy so far. The drivers over the years,” said Evenheights maintained industry.” variety of ways including quizzes, video-led of a very important industry,” said Laura. are impressed and have said it’s a lovely, Colin Wellington. “I’d heard great things Enfield, joined Evenheights’ three-strong fleet powerful vehicle that just keeps going.” about the new Range T, and we get great in October. The vehicle is fitted with an Amco The family-owned business was back-up and service from our local dealer, Veba 936 crane and has a 45 ft all-steer established in 1986 and offers general Norfolk Truck & Van, who looks after us very trombone trailer, which extends to 90 ft when haulage to the transport and steelworks well. required. industries across London and surrounding “Taking everything into consideration, I Working the night shift on London’s materials solutions provider “We enjoy a the verynew healthy relationship areas. decided to put Range T into action.” streets, uilding therivers new Range T delivers railway at Inverness-based Highland PowerShift 3 automated transmissions and “The roads in this part of the world are CEMEX UK has added a fleet of with MAN, and have done so for many Haulage have given a resounding fitted with fuel-saving Predictive Powertrain rarely straight or flat,” said Catto. “The A82 27 new MAN TGX 26.440BLS 6x2 years,” said Dave Hart, national cement thumbs-up to their latest trucks: a Control (PPC) systems. to Fort William in particular is one long tractor units for operation out of its cement logistics & terminals manager. “High on our pair of Mercedes-Benz Actros 2548 tractor They were supplied by dealer Mercedesseries of twists, turns and undulations. Our production plant in Rugby. agenda is fleet efficiency; uptime is critical units. Benz Commercial Vehicles Aberdeen, drivers report the Actros are very stable Sixty MAN units now make up the majority and we have to know MAN shares that “We have some highly experienced which is due to deliver another two and easy to handle, while the BigSpace of the 90-strong CEMEX Cement Logistics commitment. professionals on our staff and we respect identical vehicles in October. cabs are roomy, comfortable and wellfleet. “The support we receive from MAN Truck their opinions greatly,” said director, Sandy The Actros are now hard at work, appointed.” Thehe new MAN fleet has been acquired with & Bus Nuneaton allows us to meet these deadline is now up for voting Catto. “The feedback they’ve given us on double-shifted on daytime runs to Fort Particularly effective in hilly terrain, PPC Repairin& our Maintenance cover and on aNews fivekey requirements. Together, we have formed prestigious Truckstop the new trucks is very positive indeed.” William on the west coast, and hauling bulk is a cruise control that employs 3D SPONSORSdigital OF TRUCKSTOP year financial package through MAN Financial a strong operational partnership.” Truck Stop the Year OF THEthe YEARroad 2015. The Actros areof powered by2015 476 bhp materials from local factories to Inverness mapping and GPS data to scan Services. Already in service, the new MANs are competition, in association H&G straight-six engines driving with through harbour at night. ahead. Armed with this information, it To complement focus on safety, helping to move the two million tonnes per Recruitment – anditsthe running is asCEMEX hotly manages gear changes and vehicle speed, CEMEX will operate its new TGX tractors has specified range of additional vehicle annum of bulk powder product from Rugby contested as aever. making of the truck’sproduction EcoRoll plant out offull its use Rugby cement safety equipment in line with its existing fl eet. to a number of customers around the UK. Hundreds of readers have let us function to restrict diesel consumption and know the names and locations of the CO2 emissions. truck stops they think are the best in the By also applying engine braking at every country for food, facilities and parking, opportunity, the system is also designed to and the Truckstop News team is currently reduce component wear and tear. hard at work sifting through the entries Merc said tests have shown PPC can and compiling a shortlist of the most deliver savings of five per cent, although it fuel system defects and issued over 1500 on the road network, the Department for Driver and Vehicle Standards popularheestablishments. reckons many UK operators have reported prohibitions to vehicles with defective fuel Transport (DfT) asked DVSA to review Agency (DVSA) has announced it is We’ll publish the list in the next higher gains. The system is available as an systems,” the blog said. the sanctions it issued at the roadside a crack down on defective edition launching of the paper, upon which option on new Actros and can now also be “We’ve reviewed our sanctions for for vehicles with defective fuel tanks and fuel systems a bid to reduce dangerous we’ll dispatchinour top-secret retro-fitted to vehicles already on the road. defective fuel systems and agreed some systems. fuel spills on UK roads. team of anonymous judges who Highland Haulage’s Actros have lifting changes with DfT. The main difference is Last year, HA reported 255 fuel spills, According to the DVSA’s Moving On will pay a visit to each of the rear axles for optimum manoeuvrability. we’ll now only issue immediate prohibitions including on dual carriageways and onlineand blog, the Agency will be taking a cafés make an independent “We’ve been running a tag-axle fleet for for defective fuel systems and leaks,” it motorways, resulting in lane closures and “more robust” toof vehicles with assessment of approach the quality the over 40 years now,” said Catto. “Having continued. signifi cant delays. defective fuel systems from September 1. facilities and service on offer. heard good things about the Actros from DVSA said an immediate prohibition will DVSA said aside from the obvious risks “It’s not acceptable to contaminate the And once the appraisals owner-drivers who work for us, wefuel were be given for missing or ineffective cap to road safety, it takes an average of five road surface orwe’ll to drive a vehicle in such are complete, name the keen to try arrangement; it ourselves. fuel leak caused by or sealing hours to clear a fuel spill, which causes poor condition that a fuel spill is likely,” the winners! two trucks are producing a “The defect, contaminating the road some surface; major disruption to traffic. blog post read. Thanks to all readers who encouraging fuel returns and are already is or insecure fuel tank where detachment “During roadside checks between 2013 It said following a Highways Agency voted this year – and believe us, ahead of our fleet average.” Highland Haulage drivers havefuel rated the new highlyexaminers detected 2390 imminent. to Actros 2014, DVSA (HA) report on the diesel spills we’re as eager as effect you tooffind out which truck stops grab the top spots!

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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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5 and 6 form, and pack a dealer vast amount Enza.ongoing throughout a driver’s employees. dealer new improvements. FHs will be availableEnza. in both Euro of upgrades and rom onwards, the German time at Transline. Performance The2013 Brighouse-based group 5 and 6 form, pack a vast amount Leading charge for and fuel vehiclethe manufacturer said related bonuses, as well as other operates from more than 90all its of upgrades improvements. efficiency is Volvoʼs newand I-See trucks tractor units used for Leading charge for fuel employee locations across thethe UK, with Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, the incentives, including function News, issue 301). is Volvoʼs new I-See Held at the efficiency Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, onand off-road applications infirst the chance free training, are also vacancies across the country. event gave invited guests their to CPC putthe the The system, which works alongside the function (Truckstop News, issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to put the construction sector will beon known under available. vehicle through its paces UKisroads. Stephen Carr, National I-Shift automated transmission, claimed Theissystem, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces on UK roads. New Actros the ultimate premium truck for longthe name Arocs. idling speed. Maximum tractive power Recently, Transline Group Contracts Manager at Transline to cut consumption by five per cent by I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longdistance transport. From the outset, designers and The dump trucks, all-wheel drive was a winner BesttoTemporary ranges fromof1000 3000 Nm and will Group, said: “In recent years, storing information about the route the truck to cut consumption by fivedesigners per cent byand distance transport. From the engineers were determined tooutset, theRecruitment best possible Agency theengine sizes: the trucks, demand for our services has the dump concrete mixers, tractor bethe achieved by theatfour drives along. “The next time theprovide truck uses about route truck storing information engineers were determined to provide the bestand possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity for the European market. Awards the same I-See operates the time grown hugely. To continue to drives along. “Thevehicles next truck units and route, drop-side chassis willtheRecruiter 7.7,uses 10.7, 12.8 for andExcellence 15.6 litre. The latter rear axles, a wide range of air-sprung comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity operating economy, as well as a sweeping rangeand of cab the same route, I-See operates 2014. theis completely new and comes in the accelerator, gears and brakes to ensure deliver the levels of service besizes, available ashigh two-, threeand trade fair in April 2013. vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as afoursweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to accelerator, gears and brakes said to ensure progress is as economical as variants possible,” Specialising in the provision our customers have come axle vehicles, with 16 output form of thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor vehicles perfectly foreconomical any application. progress is as as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo and on-site management of will also be toThe expect, we need recruit ranging fromClaes 238 bhp totofor 625 bhp. Mercedes said the Arocs tandem are examples of the variety of tailor vehicles perfectly anyTruck application. current Actros holds the Guinness Nilsson, president, VolvoWorld Truck Record Corporation. trained and fl exible supply chain drivers. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have The engines have been designed setting an example with its drive system. new Arocs versions available straight off Corporation. An fuel additional five cent saving in personnel, Transline works “Transline Group isseven afive great new per cent cent more frugal for economy atper 40istonnes gvw, butfuel road tests have toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s power will be transmitted the production line. Anmodel additional per saving in fuel use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel when specified to meet 5 emissions regulations, shown the new model isEuro seven per cent more frugal with some of the world’s most employer. We have some use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel standard, and the trucks will be by the PowerShift 3 automated The Arocs has seven cabs available Package. This package encompasses while the Euro 6 version shows a transmission, four per blue-chip when specified meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, Package. This package encompasses prominent excellent initiatives our available forultra-clean ordertoas afor Euro 6 fittedcompanies. as a standard. Drive in 14 different versions. As supplements training and monthly assistance – Fuel cent improvement. while the ultra-clean Euro 6 version fourbusiness per training and monthly –aFuel The operateswhich across employees, and want you toassistance get shows version programs are available have been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or Advice –only. and its aim to its cutaim by Theimprovement. 81 guests took turns tofuel head a costs 17-mile testand Canada, and is Advice – is and is costs toout cut on fuel by cent Europe, Asia the best out ofstyles your career. Due The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed for the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be changing driving and increasing drive, carefully chosen to simulate a out variety typical changing driving styles and increasing The 81volume guests took turns to head on aof17-mile test fastest growing one of the UK’s to the of work coming our asdriving in-lineconditions. six-cylinder engines with varied range of applications. fitted with spacious 2.5 m variants with knowledge ofknowledge how toThe drive for maximum ofroute to drive for maximum included singleand dualdrive, chosen tohow simulate a variety of typical recruiters. way, carefully we are able to offer more reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. exhaust-gas turbocharger Thedualdrive configurations offered for Mark aMay level cab floor. fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads. Each ofand the four demonstrator driving conditions. The route included single- and Volvoʼs new I-Torque Euro 6the driveline reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. Volvoʼs new I-Torque Euro 6– driveline trucks provided for the event made 10demonstrator journeys a–totalrange from the 4x2 two-axle Mark May Although release images of intercooler to provide good tractive the-Arocs carriageway roads. Each of four which for production ofproduction which for the European of almost 700 miles covered on thethe day. the Arocs were not available as power atprovided little more the engine’s version with rear-wheel drive to 8x8/4, trucks forthan theof event made 10European journeys - a total market get under way in autumn 2013 – and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, market will get under way in autumn 2013 – recorded each trip, thewill mpg figure achieved was of On almost 700 miles covered on the day. should make forfuel additional fuel savings. “Ishould make for additional savings. “Ilogistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 On each trip, the mpg figure achieved was recorded and at the end of the day the winner was Craig Stewart, Torque reduces fueland consumption up450 to bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also Torque reduces fuel consumption by upmpg to bhp V8-powered Actros 2551, 11.8 inbythe With its new Volvo FH series, Volvo is ʻpushing logistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 With its cars newpiloted Volvo by FHprofessional series, Volvo is ʻpushing enjoyed ‘hotfour laps’Actros of the Oulton Park circuit inintwo-seater racing drivers. four bhp V8-powered 2551,with and 11.8 mpg theminor 450 bhp Actros 2545 model. Between journeys, guests also the envelopeʼ in re-defining a premium per cent. Together I-See and other envelopeʼ in re-defining what awhat premium PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May food waste animalthe by-products Pointon & per cent. Together I-See andof other minor enjoyed ‘hot laps’with of the Oulton Park inand two-seater racing cars recycling piloted byspecialist professional drivers. truck canJohn offer. improvements, the result iscircuit fuel consumption truck can offer. Sons, summed up result the feelings many when he said: “It was a great day,recycling very informative and enjoyable, improvements, the is fuelofconsumption PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager of food animal by-products specialist John Pointonand & can drop byMark up toMay 10 per cent. waste For theand average superbly organised. The new Actros isaverage brilliant. The driving experience was very fantastic and if the fuel can dropsummed by up toup 10 per cent. For the Sons, the feelings when “Itlitres was aofgreat informative and enjoyable, and PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALIST continued. truck, this can equateoftomany a saving of he up said: to 4100 fuel aday, year,” Nilsson performance figures are be Actros believed will belitres an all-round package. 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. 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PATERSONS PICKS UP FMX QUINTET F ive new Volvo FMX 8x4 tippers have been put to work by Rigside, South Lanarkshire-based operator Patersons Quarries Limited. “We took drivers off our other make tippers, all of which were registered during 2015,” said transport manager, Gordon Carlton. “Within the first few days of operation, reaction to the new FMXs was amazing. All were reporting a noticeable increase in fuel economy, with a truck straight out of the box, and a big difference in cab comfort. “Some have noticed how relaxed the driving experience is with Volvo’s I-Shift automated gearbox, and others are sensing reduced levels of tiredness after a full day shift, meaning they go home feeling more refreshed and ready for family life,” he added. “With the current nationwide shortages of experienced professionals, happy drivers are good news to me.” Supplied by Volvo Truck and Bus Centre North & Scotland, Glasgow West with full R&M packages, the five FMX tippers were specified with Day cabs over Volvo’s 11-litre D11K370 diesel engine which produces a

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maximum of 370 bhp between 1600-1900 rpm. Carlton reported the powerplant as being well on top of Patersons Quarries’ 32-tonne tipper operations across central Scotland and northern England. He said he also expected the boosted fuel returns to improve further as the trucks bed in. The 12-speed I-Shift gearboxes come with Volvo’s Distribution and Construction software packages, while for off-road quarry work, Carlton opted for X-High B-Ride suspension and straight front axles. The FMXs’ ground clearance is also complemented by a highmounted 330 litre fuel tank. Patersons Quarries fitted Weightlifter alloy tipper bodies to the five new trucks, giving a kerbside weight of around 12.1 tonnes, and feature high sides and three-point contact, plus access steps for safety. Hyva hydraulics and a Dawbarn automatic sheeting system round off the load-carrying specifications. A Volvo reversing camera and Smart Witness front-facing and vehicle perimeter camera system are included as part of the company’s standard safety features. Firm’s new FMX can shift a payload of around 20 tonnes each trip Mark Plaistow (centre) is among the first to sign up to Driving Ambition’s training scheme

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n light of drug-driving prosecutions reaching an all-time high last year, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) is warning that motorists need to be aware of laws regarding prescription drugs that came into force in March 2015. The Association said that while drink-driving limits are well known, many drivers may be unaware of changes to the law in England and Wales on medications including diazepam and temazepam. Limits were introduced for eight commonly-prescribed drugs and anyone whose driving is impaired through exceeding the limit can face prosecution. The penalty for drug-driving is the same as for drink-driving in England and Wales – an automatic ban of at least a year, a fine and up to six months in prison. Lower alcohol limits were introduced in Scotland in December 2014, and FTA said it is important to be aware of the changes. A report by the comparison website confused.com highlighted a 144 per cent increase in drug-driving prosecutions in 2015, while one in eight motorists admitted feeling affected by prescription drugs and over-thecounter remedies such as hay fever tablets.

new training initiative called Driving Ambition has launched with the aim of training people in the North West for a new career in the commercial transport industry. The initiative opens up opportunities for local people to train as part of an intensive skills programme to be ready for work as drivers. Claimed to be the first of its kind in the North West, the first 100 people to sign up at the firm’s Widnes Business Park training and test centre can take advantage of a scheme that could see them pass their LGV test in eight weeks for £1900. Claimed to be half the price of similar training courses, the initiative also enables those looking for work as a driver to become proficient in less than half the time it currently takes – namely eight weeks. The one-stop-shop training and testing centre in Widnes is the only one of its type in the region to employ its own DVSA-approved examiners. This investment helps to cut test waiting times to three days, ensuring upwards of 20 people are able to pass through the training centre’s gates each week to become qualified drivers. The first trainees are already approaching the end of their course and will be looking to secure permanent LGV driving jobs with a range of local employers. The move by Driving Ambition is aimed at tackling UK-wide demand for qualified drivers – logistics and transport operators are currently struggling to recruit, and

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it’s estimated an extra 150,000 trained drivers will be needed by 2020. The centre features the latest driver training equipment and facilities to fasttrack people through the LGV qualification as quickly as possible. This includes classrooms, an outside manoeuvring area, a new fleet of training vehicles as well as a team of experienced instructors to equip candidates with the skills, experience and certifications for a commercial vehicle driving career. The centre is DVSA-approved to ensure people can be trained and tested as an integrated package, which should help to relieve the bottleneck on test availability. Adrian Daulby, Driving Ambition’s director of operations, said the investment had been made to help keep the regional transport industry moving with the skilled drivers it needs. “Our training programme provides a springboard for those looking to either get back into work as drivers or start a new career in the commercial transport sector,” he said. “With the six-figure investment we’ve made and our own onsite DVSA examiners, we are offering a unique opportunity for people to gain job ready skills at a fraction of the cost of alternative training courses and in considerably less time. It’s a win-win.” Driving Ambition is a one-stop-shop training and testing programme that enables people to gain their CAT C and C+E licences. Once qualified, Driving Ambition’s resourcing team work closely with newly qualified drivers to identify the right opportunity for them and place them into work.

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Letter SHOW STOPPERS! On Sunday, April 24 the Solway Vehicle Enthusiasts Club hosted a gathering in conjunction with the National Drive-It Day. Owners of classic cars and lorries and modern vehicles combined at the Lockerbie Lorry Park, Hangingshaw Farm, Johnstonebridge, Lockerbie to mark the event locally. The venue provided an excellent backdrop for the occasion, giving substantial area to display the larger vehicles and offering spectators plenty of scope to view the exhibits. Police Scotland was on hand to provide road safety advice, and Dumfries and Galloway Blood Bikes took advantage of the occasion to promote their work. The event was extremely well

attended and there was consensus that the Lorry Park, a new location for the Enthusiasts Club vehicle shows, was ideal and the show a great success. At the end of the show, the prize-giving ceremony saw Best in Show awarded to a pristine Scania articulated truck. Other prize categories included Best Classic Car, awarded to Barry Warters, a Best in Lorry Section and Best Motorcycle, Bus and Working and Classic Van. Many thanks to Craig Dalrymple and everyone else for all the photographs of the show.

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ontinuing his review of compensation claims, Steven Hinchliffe looks at a situation experienced by a reader of Truckstop News who was seeking an award of Personal Injury compensation. In this particular case we will look into the claim in detail and in this part examine the initial steps taken, and then look at the outcome in the next issue. We will also look at the planned “reforms” the Government proposes to introduce in 2017 and the effect this will have on lower value Personal Injury claims. All of the accident victims mentioned in these articles are clients of my firm, Hinchliffes Solicitors. They have given permission to disclose details of their real life experiences resulting in Personal Injury claims, and the action taken to make a compensation claim. In this two part article I highlight a road accident involving a head on collision. Fortunately my client’s injuries were not serious, but if the accident was to happen following the proposed increase in the Small Claims limit from £1,000 to £5,000 and other changes planned by the Government in 2017, would he then have a claim worth pursuing at all?

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As with previous articles, the common factor is the often significant effect on the injured person’s life (physically, emotionally and financially) and although using the existing legal process to make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can help not only by providing financial awards of compensation, but also requiring the guilty party to arrange and fund medical and rehabilitation treatment. In cases where the other party accepts responsibility for the accident but it may take some time before the injured person fully recovers, it may be possible for part of their compensation to be paid on account to make life a little easier, pending the final valuation of the claim. CASE STUDY - HEAD ON COLLISION - PART 1 In June 2014 HGV driver Mr P B Hanson of Great Yarmouth was driving north on the A11 near to the RAF station at Mildenhall, which is currently made available to the United States Air Force although they are due to leave the station between 2020 and 2023. A car was coming from the opposite direction and drifted across the road, colliding with the front of the truck being driven by Mr Hanson. The driver of the car was an American serviceman. The Police gave him a roadside breath test, which he just passed, so whether his drinking was the cause of his inattention or if he just forgot to drive on the correct side of the road is unclear. This claim looked bound to win resulting in Mr Hanson receiving compensation for his injuries, which were principally to his neck and is commonly called a “whiplash” injury. As Mr Hanson had been fortunate and not suffered any serious injuries, our initial thoughts were that he could expect to receive compensation of between £1,500 and £2,500, depending on what the medical evidence that we would obtain for him revealed. He also had to take time off work losing income and incurred other expenses, which could be claimed as part of the overall case. All was in order, and once we had discussed our contractual documents with Mr Hanson and fully advised him about the process, a

Steven Hinchliffe claim was made against the other driver and in the usual way this was processed by his car insurers. What about his legal costs? Until March 2013 we, like other solicitors, could guarantee to clients that they would keep 100% of their compensation because the legal costs in bringing a successful claim were paid by the opponent’s insurers. As a result of rule changes imposed by the Government, from April 2013 in cases such as this solicitors could only recover a modest part of their costs from the opponent. From then on we could only assure clients that they would keep at least 75% of their settlement figure, as they were required to make up part of the costs shortfall from their compensation and we would then write off the balance. From 2017 the Government proposes to completely ban all claims for minor soft tissue injuries (ie whiplash), and also remove the obligation on opponents to pay any legal costs at all where the amount recovered for all other types of injury is less than £5,000. This will affect around 80% of all Personal Injury claims. Returning to Mr Hanson’s case, does he have a happy outcome? If his accident was to happen after 2017, would he be able to make a claim at all? To find out read part 2 in the next issue of Truckstop News. You do not have to be a professional driver to seek our help - anyone hurt in an accident (eg members of your family or friends) can contact us for advice. Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor and Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors © Copyright 2016 Hinchliffes Solicitors

The next issue’s topic will consider “THE OUTCOME FOR THE INJURED DRIVER AND THE FUTURE OF LOWER VALUE ACCIDENT CLAIMS” - If you have any questions concerning an accident get in touch with us by e-mail to hinchliffes@hinchliffes.co.uk or call 01684 580900 / 0800 138 1348 or contact us via our mobile/device friendly website www.hinchliffes.co.uk quoting “Truckstop News”

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According to the European Commission, the road safety statistics for 2015 published by the Commission in March this year demonstrate European roads remain the safest in the world, despite a recent slowdown in 12 - Accident Spot Feature in Truckstop News - Issue 369.indd 1 reducing road fatalities. Some 26,000 people lost their lives on EU roads in 2015, which is 5500 fewer than five years previously in 2010. However, the number has remained static when compared to 2014. The European Commission estimates 135,000 people were seriously injured on EU roads. The average EU fatality rate for 2015 was 51.5 road deaths per one million inhabitants. The UK figures were 29 road deaths per one million inhabitants. The statistics reveal the number of road fatalities still varies greatly across the EU, though this gap is becoming smaller every year. Some traditionally wellperforming countries recorded less progress while three of the Member States with the highest number of road deaths improved their road safety situation. The social cost (rehabilitation, healthcare, material damages, etc) of road fatalities and injuries is estimated to be of at least €100 billion. Clearly every effort to address road safety must be maintained. One method of addressing road safety is to tackle the issue of drivers being distracted. Driving requires continuous attention to the road and traffic, as well as good vehicle control. Not paying full attention

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can lead to a loss of control, thus putting the driver and other road users in danger. Drivers get distracted when they are occupied with other activities. Their attention can be attracted by people or activities inside or outside the car. They may also become tired or daydream. In terms of tackling distraction, according to the European Commission, measures to address the issue generally fall into five categories: legislation and enforcement, driver training, publicity campaigns, technology-based measures and actions connected to road infrastructure. Target groups and areas for such measures include drivers, transport companies, roads and vehicles. Much of the focus of work related to distraction has been on car drivers, as they are the road user group liable to cause the largest number of distraction-related collisions. However, the risk of distraction among nonmotorists such as pedestrians and cyclists, as well as among motorcyclists, has also increased with the proliferation of mobile technologies.

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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84% OF DRIVERS TO VOTE ‘OUT’ IN BREXIT SURVEY

eturnloads.net has conducted an independent survey of HGV drivers in the UK in relation to the EU referendum. Over 500 UK-based truck drivers took part in the survey, and the results showed a whopping 84 per cent of HGV drivers intended to vote ‘Leave’. According to the survey, 10 per cent of HGV drivers are still undecided on how to vote, while 19 per cent feel leaving the EU could harm the UK haulage industry. A larger percentage of drivers aged 35 and under would vote to stay in the EU when compared to drivers over 35. “This survey has resulted in some interesting findings,” said returnloads. com sales & marketing manager, Matthew

Spendiff-Smith. “The vast majority of the HGV drivers who took part will be voting to leave the EU. “The main comments we received for their reasoning was that while in the EU, foreign drivers working in the UK are keeping wages low and keeping some UK drivers out of work. “Other areas of concern included immigration, too much regulation and people not wanting the UK people to be controlled by an unelected power that may not have the UK’s best interests at heart,” Spendiff-Smith added. “Six per cent of those who took part are undecided, and this is mainly due to the lack of clear information available on how it would affect them directly. “Only 10 per cent will be voting to stay in the EU; a few respondents feel that if we leave the EU, we will still have to pay and accept EU conditions if we wanted to trade with them, but the UK will no longer have any say. “Other feel that if we leave the EU, prices for goods and services across the country will increase,” he concluded.

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PUKKA PROMISES TO MAKE 3.5-TONNER INSURANCE EASY

rivers or a fleet managers who have encountered difficulties getting insurance in the past can now get a competitive quote from a new specialist insurance company. New kid on the block Pukka Insure reckons it will offer competitive quotes to 3.5-tonner operators who have previously had problems getting policies. The firm is founded by entrepreneur CEO Sam White, who also founded multi-million pound insurance claims management company Action 365. Since Action 365 was set up in 1999, Sam has won over many of the big hitters in the insurance industry through the company’s ability to save them millions of pounds in a fairly unpopular division of the insurance sector. “Since I set up Action 365, I have learnt so much about the insurance industry from the Boss Sam White reckons her new firm inside out and for some time I’ve wanted to spread my wings,” White said. “In the way that at offers good premiums for van drivers Action 365 we’ve turned claims management on its head, I’d like to do the same with insurance. One Answer. “We’ve literally just launched Pukka Insure “We believe van drivers are underserved and and we are specifically aiming our first policies at this market has huge potential,” White said. “We drivers of 3.5-tonne trucks who may have had are starting with smaller vehicles, but we aim to problems in the past and are struggling to get develop and expand into the bigger commercial decent quotes, or even any quotes at all online. vehicle market fairly quickly. “We are confidently more competitive than “We are offering great value products and our other companies in the marketplace and drivers staff give everyone top-class, second-to-none will be able to get insurance where previously this service,” she concluded. “They will treat each has been denied to them,” she promised. premium as if it’s their own money and of course, The new Pukka Insure policy is available should anyone need to make a claim, we have through a number of insurance brokers, including the best expertise and experience to keep loss Autonet, Van Compare, Wilsons, Bedfords and ratio costs as low as possible.”

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he International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) UK is warning motorists of a recent increase in car crime, which it claims is linked to the loss of specialist police Stolen Vehicle Units (SVUs). “Vehicle thefts are already increasing and the inevitable result of cutting more SVUs will be a widening of the gaps in police knowledge and skills,” said IAATI UK president, Justin Powell. “In short, the wheels will come off. “Whether we are talking about the targeting of modern classics, such as Ford Escorts and

Land Rover Defenders, or tech-savvy criminals using electronic compromise to steal cars worth hundreds of thousands of pounds each, it usually involves organised criminal gangs. “Vehicle crime, as well as being a problem in itself, is also a key enabler of other serious crimes, including terrorism,” he added. “It is therefore imperative to keep up the pressure on these networks. IAATI promotes joined up thinking, a partnership approach, between law enforcement and the private sector, which is essential in tackling all areas of vehicle crime across the globe,” Powell concluded.

Wincanton employees are raising money for the British Heart Foundation and Transaid

incanton employees have undertaken a cycle ride of 999 miles and 57,000 ft of climbing between Land’s End and John O’Groats to raise money for the British Heart Foundation and Transaid. The mammoth charity cycle took place at the end of April and visited a number of Wincanton’s logistics sites throughout the UK. “We wanted to do something really special to mark Wincanton’s 90th year, and what could be more special than taking on the legendary Land’s End to John O’Groats challenge?” said Adrian Colman, CEO of Wincanton.

“It’s a great opportunity for Wincanton colleagues all over the country to get involved, in whatever way, in a ‘heart healthy’ event which actively supports the wellbeing of our colleagues.” Wincanton said it was aiming to raise £30,000 for the two chosen charities. The business has been supported by its customers and suppliers, Halfords, Renault, Argos, Adidas, PFS, Homebase, Screwfix and Arnold Clark, who donated spares, equipment, supplies, transport and fundraising raffle prizes as well as their time and energy. To donate to the Wincanton Big Event, visit http://bit.ly/1TuTPfQ

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Plastic model kit manufacturer Revell has released an assembly kit for the Russian ZiL-131 prime mover, infantry transport and cargo truck. This highly detailed kit is in 1:35 scale and measures 198 mm once assembled. Featuring 229 detailed parts, the completed build boasts replica V8 engine, chassis, suspension and interior, plus decals for Soviet, East German and Russian versions.

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Manufacturer: Hyndsight Video Systems Web: www.hyndsightvision.com Price: $499 (shipped from US) US-based video system manufacturer Hyndsight has come up with a wireless camera designed to monitor open cargo and livestock while in transit. The lightweight, fully wireless Journey 1 kit includes a monitor, which can be viewed easily even in extreme sunlight, a wide-angle camera with nonfish-eye view, two flush mounts, and antenna set and two chargers – all in a protective case. Up to three additional cameras can be paired to one monitor, allowing for a full 360-degree view. The monitor will work up to 100 yards away from the camera, and the system can either run on rechargeable batteries or be hardwired into a vehicle.

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Rockingham Truck Show Pick-up racing, Truxx Factor truck show, funny cars, street cars and more at the Rockingham Raceway, Corby Northants. www.steve-horne-racing.co.uk

Wessex Truck Show Fourth outing for this show with display trucks, trade stands, live music and more in Yeovil, Somerset. www.wessextruckshow.co.uk

July 2-3, 2016 Truckfest South West & Wales Best of the West on display at the picturesque Three Counties Showground, Malvern. www.truckfest.co.uk

July 10, 2016 All Wales Truck & Transport Show Come along to the 10th anniversary extravaganza, held at The Showground, Nantyci, Carmarthen. www.walestruckshow.com

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July 19-23, 2016 The War & Peace Revival Check out one of the largest military vehicle spectaculars in the world at Folkestone Racecourse, Kent. www.warandpeacerevival.co.uk

Trucking Live South East Brand new for 2016, this show gathers together show trucks, vehicle manufacturers, celebrity guests, stunt shows, fun fair and more for a spectacular day out. http://truckinglive.co.uk/southeast

September 17-18, 2016 Truckfest North West The best trucks of the North West on display at the Cheshire Showground, Knutsford. www.truckfest.co.uk

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he industry and government must work together to tackle the issues of clean air, the safety of vulnerable road users and traffic congestion, according to DAF Trucks UK chief Ray Ashworth. The Clean Air Zones on the cards for Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Derby and Southampton, announced by the government in December, are likely to mark the start of a pattern of restrictions for operators in cities across Britain. “Euro 6 is becoming the standard cities are demanding,” Ashworth said at a pre-CV Show media reception. “But I would like to see one standard for the whole country, not diversification per city. “Give us a problem and we will solve it. Euro 6 solves the clean air issue, and manufacturers have proven the test cycle for trucks at Euro 6 meets the required standards. The test cycle for diesel cars at Euro 6 is not the same, and we need to be clear about that so HGVs are not tarred with the same brush.” But Ashworth said when it comes to the issue of road safety, the time has come for politicians and legislators to take the lead. “There are a number of possible solutions to increasing safety for vulnerable road users,” he said. “Keeping trucks out of congested areas at peak times and encouraging deliveries at flee-flow times; increasing the number of nighttime deliveries using silent trucks; keeping trucks in the inside lane of a two-lane highway – these may be radical solutions that will segregate trucks and cyclists, but perhaps that what we need.”

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OSMONDS ADDS ANDOVER STEPFRAMES TO TRAILER FLEET

MICROLISE CROWNS ITS DRIVER OF THE YEAR

Osmonds’ SFCL73 step-frame trailer is equipped with four SAF axles with rear-steering capability

ent-based Osmonds Transport & Planing has taken delivery of two new step-frame trailers with beavertails from Andover Trailers – continuing a working relationship between the two companies which has lasted almost three decades. The new 56- and 73-tonne step frames join four Andover Trailers’ products currently in operation with the road planing and plant-moving specialist, which ordered its first trailer from Andover in 1988. Both trailers feature a new generation of box-section slide-out side extension designed to be stronger, simpler to use, easier to clean and which is now galvanised to ensure a long life in service. Also new to the design is the installation of 10-tonne rated RUD swing-up lashing loops and M36 load securing points built into the load bed to accommodate 14- or 16-tonne screw-in RUD lashings for easier load securing. Both trailers have been built with 1m wide power toe ramps with sliding width adjustment and knife edge toes, to accommodate a wide range of cargoes. This includes an extensive fleet of Wirtgen

cold-milling machines operated by the company, which range in size from 15 to 36 tonnes, plus any heavy plant being carried by the transport division. The SFCL56 and SFCL73 step-frames are equipped with three and four SAF axles respectively, with a rear-steering capability. Disc brakes, Andover’s own safety-light system and robust 285/70R19.5 tyres – the largest fitted to any step-frame in the Andover Trailers range – add to the specification. Finished in ‘midnight blue’ paintwork, they have also been pre-fitted for a working at height safety system on the neck to allow for easy retrofitting at a later stage. Both trailers will cover more than 50,000 miles annually and are in operation across the South of England up to seven days a week. Established in 1975 and operating from Brenchley, Kent, Osmonds Transport & Planing runs an extensive fleet of road planing machines, tippers, road sweepers, step-frames and low-loaders. The company is also a member of the Association of Planing Contractors.

iorgio Lercara from Culina Hoddesdon has won both the Microlise Driver of the Year and also the Microlise Short Distance Driver of the Year Award. The main award was presented to Giorgio personally by Princess Anne, The Princess Royal at the Microlise Transport Conference 2016, held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry in May. Giorgio was previously a van driver for Culina’s Corney & Barrow operation out of Hoddesdon. Giorgio has also driven rigid vehicles before progressing to driving articulated vehicles, which he has been doing for just over a year now. “Giorgio is a prime example of what we are achieving here at Culina. Our national and local programmes are enabling Culina to train and develop the most professional drivers in the industry,” said Thomas van Mourik, Culina Group CEO. “Our drivers are an absolutely key component of our company. Culina stands or falls by the quality of the drivers we recruit and train. Giorgio is a testament to the high quality driver training provided by Culina Group. Indeed, this year three Culina drivers were shortlisted into the final 22 drivers for the Microlise Driver of the Year award. This was from a total of 110,000 drivers

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Cherry picked premiums

I recently bought a cherry picker, and to add it to my truck policy, I have been quoted just under £3000. However, the man I bought it from said he was only paying about £700 to insure comprehensive, any driver. Can you give me your thoughts, please?

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A cherry picker or lifting platform would normally be classed as a Special Types vehicle, and as such would be considerably cheaper to insure than if it were under a normal truck insurance policy. My first guess is your current broker has assumed you wished it to be added to your truck policy and not considered the possibility of starting a separate Special Types policy. Of course, there may be additional reasons for such a difference in premium, such as whether the previous owner has full noclaims discount if you do not, or maybe the vehicle’s use is different under your ownership than his. Either way, I think you will find it should be insured under a Special Types policy, which would in normal circumstances be substantially less than a truck policy. Just a point to add – and that is if this is your first cherry picker, please ensure your liability insurers are made aware of the type of work you will be carrying out with this vehicle.

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Spare truck query

I own three trucks, but will only be using two, keeping one as a spare. At the moment, I have all three insured under one policy, but it seems crazy to be paying for something I am not using. The spare vehicle is only worth about £4000 so I am not bothered about insuring it against fire or theft, but my broker says it hardly makes any difference if I insure it road-risk only. Your advice, please.

One option is that you ask your insurers for laid-up only cover; however, the negative to this would be the vehicle would have to be SORNed, and my guess is you might need to use it at short notice in case of a breakdown or the servicing of one of your other two vehicles. Also, remember that by reducing the cover to third-party only, then that carries through to the trailer you are pulling, so if the trailer is owned by a customer this could also cause problems. You may be entitled to further discounts on all three vehicles if you only have two drivers, for example, as this would prove that only two out of the three vehicles could be on the road at any one time. Different insurance companies will look upon your situation in different ways, so I can only suggest you ask for alternative quotes nearer the time of renewal to compare.

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Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (C) experienced drivers for our extensive client network. We can offer FULL, PART or ADHOC hours to suit you. We’re recruiting in Manchester, North West, West Midlands, Home Counties, London, Kent and South East 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. We also offer PAYE or Unique Self employed payment option, 24 hour helpline, holiday pay, sickness pay etc, recommend a friend bonus scheme, company uniform, Stake holder pension scheme, Shining Star Award

New Office Launch:

Due to continued expansion H&G are proud to announce our latest office opening in Rugby which is strategically located to service our prestigious clients in the midlands area. The office is located just off the M6 motorway junction 1 so is easily accessible for you to come and see us with available parking.

Why not call us now on 01788 494050 for an interview and to meet the team

EXCITING CONTRACTS NATIONWIDE We pay £12.00 basic days up to £20.00 premium days Salaries range from £35,000 - £42,000 before non compulsory overtime with unique bonus and benefits package DELIVERING A BETTER CLASS OF DRIVER CALL US NOW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

0845 561 6000 TO BOOK AN INTERVIEW! (local rates apply)

H&G is an equal opportunities employer who is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our work force

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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 The next issue of Truckstop News will be available from June 22nd

TEMPLINE DRIVING ARE LOOKING FOR CLASS 1, 2 AND 7.5T DRIVERS FOR A RANGE OF POSITIONS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

20x Permanent ‘New Car’ Transporter drivers required. (LTD Co. Contractors also welcome).

Be part of the U.K. launch of one of Europe’s leading Automotive Logistics companies.

Market leading salary package of £49,070 p.a.

Do you pride yourself on delivering the highest standards of customer satisfaction? Do you class yourself as a Company Ambassador of your current employer? If you have answered YES to these questions we want to hear from you. In return you will be offered; ● Genuine and transparent pay structure. ● Based upon £17.50 per driven hour worked. Plus load & damage bonuses. ● Permanent contract of employment with guaranteed minimum paid hours. ● Paid stand down time ● Employer contributed pension scheme ● Competitive expenses payments ● Brand new fleet of Scania 410 and Rolfo EGO 538 trailers Originating in Germany, ARS Altmann is a privately owned business established in 1975. ARS Altmann has a proven track record for supplying market leading services to Europe’s premiere vehicle manufacturers. Currently operating out of 20 European locations and moving in excess of 3.5M vehicles last year alone. U.K. Operations will initially be launched in the South East, Midlands & North Lincolnshire areas (secure car parking provided). Duties will include; ● Ensuring the highest standard of customer service available within the industry ● Collection and delivery of high end new vehicles to the U.K. dealership network ● Tramping on a Monday to Friday basis (Saturday returns as required) If you can provide a proven work history of driving 11+ car transporters for 12 months or more. Have held your LGV C+E license for a minimum of two years and have the personality and attitude to provide the highest standards of customer care. Please send your C.V. to operations@igloodrivers.com or call our national recruitment office on 01455 891358 Opt. 2 (or 07764 969667 until 10pm & weekends) to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

Igloo Automotive is operating as exclusive recruitment partner to ARS Altmann

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WE TREAT OUR DRIVERS WITH THE SAME IMPORTANCE AS WE DO OUR CLIENTS. WE WILL NOT LIE TO YOU AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE TREATED WITH THE RESPECT YOU DESERVE.

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The next issue of Truckstop News will be available from June 22nd

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