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The important ones are now closest to the driver, and the innovative slimmer rear-view mirror design. steering wheel has aare neck tilthas function – another Arocs Loader been fully optimised Stalks andnow controls arranged in priority so the most world-first in theto truck reduce its kerb weight, important ones are nowworld. closest to the driver,and and the Safety is high on agenda, Anthe all-new cab steering wheel now hasthe a neck tiltsaid function – another Mercedes-Benz result provides structure more upright4x2 A-pillars, which world-firstfeatures inpayload-optimised the truck world. tractor units isan high on the agenda, all-newspace. cab give Safety the cab additional 1 m3 ofAninterior which are among the lightest vehicles structure upright A-pillars, which 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of This means features an extra more from incab thean construction sector – as well as 3 of interior give the additional m space. storage capacity, as well as 1greater comfort on 5 and 6 form, and pack a dealer vast amount Enza. 8x4/4 concrete mixers with 32-tonne This means an extra 300 litres (10.5 cu ft) of board.“The cab is optimised both for work and dealer Enza. new improvements. FHs will be availableand in both of recent upgrades and recruitment push, is EuroRecruiter Awards for Excellence 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 Leading the charge for fuel board.“The cab is optimised both for work and vehicle manufacturer said all its The Arocs Grounder is designed encouraging those interested in 2014. of upgrades and improvements. integrated parking cooler, new lighting and low efficiency Held at is theVolvoʼs Oulton new Park I-See race circuit in Cheshire, the leisurefor time,” Nilsson said. extremely “A better bed, trucks tractor units used for operating under difficult Leading the charge for fuel noise levels among other features, all increase Held at (Truckstop theand Oulton Park race circuit in Cheshire, thethe aevent position to respond quickly. Specialising in the provision function News, issue 301). gave invited guests their first chance to put 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 across the vehicle through its paces on UK roads. noise levels among other features, all increase The system, whichCarr, works alongside the Stephen National and on-site management of function (Truckstop News, issue 301). event gave invited guests their first chance to put the nightʼsthe sleep, which in turn means less construction sector willultimate beon known under it is of extremely stable drivers andand resilient vehicle through its paces UK UK New Actros is the premium truck for longchance pleasant relaxation aare good I-Shift automated transmission, isroads. claimed Theis system, which works alongside the vehicle through its paces on UK roads. Voted ‘Best Temporary tired and more alert.” Contracts Manager atpremium Transline trained flexible supply New Actros theby ultimate truck for longthe name Arocs. andwhich has been manufactured to be idling speed.and Maximum tractive power a four-axle vehicle with all-wheel drive nightʼs sleep, in turn means drivers are less distance transport. From the outset, designers and to cut consumption five per cent by I-Shift automated transmission, is claimed We give £5 to Newnew Actros is the ultimate premium truck for longProduction of uncompromising thealert.” Volvo FH will start in spring distance transport. From the outset, designers and tired2014’ and more engineers were to provide the best possible The dump trucks, all-wheel drive and robust for2013 the ranges from 1000 to 3000 Nm and will and two steering front axles. FourRecruitment Agency Group, said: “Transline isfive one chain personnel, Transline the route the truck storing information about to cut determined consumption by per cent by charity for distance transport. From the outset, designers and engineers were determined to provide the best possible for the European market. Productiontoughest of the Volvo FHon will start in spring 2013 comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and dump trucks, concrete mixers, tractor jobs the construction site. every medical bethe achieved by the four engine three drives along. “The next time the truck uses the route truck with storing information about of the UK’s fastest growing works some of thesizes: world’s axle versions with one front and for engineers were determined to provide the best possible comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity and the European market. operating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab the same I-See operates the time drives along. “The next uses units and route, drop-side chassis vehicles willthe truck The Arocs will premiere at the Bauma 7.7,and 10.7, 12.8 and 15.6 litre. The latter rear axles, a wide range of air-sprung comfort, driving dynamics, safety, productivity operating economy, asand well as a sweeping rangemost of cabto sizes, engine ratings options, allowing recruiters. We constantly prominent blue-chip the same route, I-See operates thecustomers accelerator, gears andare brakes to ensure TO APPLY besizes, available as two-, threeand fourtrade fair in April 2013. is completely new and comes in the vehicles, or a load-optimised concreteoperating economy, as well as a sweeping range of cab engine ratings and options, allowing customers to tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. accelerator, gears and brakes said to ensure progress is as economical as variants possible,” recruiting, but recent months companies. axle vehicles, with 16inoutput form of thetonew OM 473 engine. mixer chassis with single-tyred drive sizes, engine ratings and options, allowing customers tailor vehicles perfectly for any application. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record progress is asVolvo economical as possible,” said Claes Nilsson, president, ranging from 238 bhp to 625 bhp. Mercedes said the Arocs also be tandem are examples of the variety of tailor vehicles perfectly for anyTruck application. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record our needs have increased The business alsowilloperates for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but road tests have Claes Nilsson, president, Volvo Truck Corporation. The current Actros holds the Guinness World Record for fuel economy at 40 tonnes gvw, but tests have The engines have been designed setting an example with its drive system. new Arocs versions available straight off shown theCorporation. new model is seven per centroad more frugal or 0870 6091540 substantially. across Europe, Asia and An additional five cent saving in new seven per cent more frugal for fuel economy atper 40istonnes butfuel road tests have power will be transmitted when specified to meet Euro emissions regulations, toshown meet the future Euro 6 emissions The engine’s the production line. Anmodel additional five5gvw, per cent saving in fuel use is “Due possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel tothe the volume of Canada. Those seeking when specified to meet 5 emissions regulations, while the ultra-clean Euro 6 be version shows aby four per shown new model isEuro seven per cent more frugal use is possible with Volvo Trucksʼ new Fuel standard, and trucks will the PowerShift 3 automated The Arocs has seven cabs available Package. This package encompasses centthe improvement. while ultra-clean Euro 6 version shows a four per when specified to meet Euro 5 emissions regulations, Package. This package encompasses work coming our way, we are work or looking a change availableand for monthly order as assistance a Euro 6 – Fuel transmission, fitted as afor standard. Drive in 14 different versions. As supplements training The 81ultra-clean guests turns to head out on –aaFuel 17-mile or text ‘DRIVING’ to 64446 cent improvement. while the Euro 6 version shows four pertest trainingtook and monthly assistance version programs are available have been to the compact 2.3 m cabs in L, M or able to offer more stability invariety ofbyemployer canwhich call 0844 Advice –only. and its aim toto cut by Cotswold Medicals Ltd drive, carefully chosen simulate acut of typical Theimprovement. 81 guests took turns tofuel head on 17-mile test Advice – is and its aim is costs toout fuela costs cent Coverdale House The BlueTec 6 engines are designed specifi cally developed the vehicle’s S versions, the new Arocs can also be changing styles and increasing driving conditions. The singleand dualdrive, chosen toroute a out variety typical changing driving styles and increasing Thecarefully 81driving guests took turns toincluded head on aof17-mile test employment than issimulate usually 8475868 or textfor‘DRIVER’ Little Sodbury End Mark May reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. asdriving in-line six-cylinder engines with varied range of applications. fi tted with spacious 2.5 m variants with of how to drive for maximum knowledge Bristol BS37 6QE carriageway roads. Each of the four demonstrator of how to drive for maximum knowledge conditions. The route included singleand dualdrive, carefully chosen to simulate a variety of typical expected forforour industry. We to reckons the new Mercedes-Benz Actros is ʻbrilliantʼ. fuel-efficiency. trucksconditions. provided the route event made journeys - a 64446. total exhaust-gas turbocharger The drive configurations offered for Mark aMay level cab floor. fuel-efficiency. carriageway roads. Each ofand the four 10 demonstrator driving The included single- and dualCharges include VAT of almost miles covered on the day. 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 10 journeys a–totalrange from the 4x2 two-axle Mark May Although release images of intercooler to700 provide good tractive the-Arocs carriageway roads. Each of four demonstrator see our On each trip, thethan mpg figure achieved wasversion recorded andrear-wheel at the end drive of the to day the winner the was Arocs Craig Stewart, of which for production ofproduction which for the European of almost 700 miles covered on thethe day. were not available as power atprovided little more the engine’s with 8x8/4, trucks for the event made 10European journeys - a total see our

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Torque reduces fuel consumption by up to bhp V8-powered Actros 11.8 mpg in Actros 2545 model. journeys, guests also feature on page 8 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 FHspecialist series, Volvo is ʻpushing PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS see our Transport manager MayPark of food waste and animal by-products recycling John Pointon & enjoyed ‘hotfour laps’ of theMark Oulton circuit inintwo-seater racing by professional drivers. four bhp V8-powered Actros 2551,with andI-See 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 and other envelopeʼ in re-defining aPointon premium Sons, summed up the feelings many when he said: “Itthe was a great day, very informativewhat and enjoyable, and ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark May of food waste animal by-products John & per cent. Together I-See andof other minor ACCIDENT enjoyed ‘hot laps’with of the Oulton Park circuit inand two-seater racing cars recycling piloted byspecialist professional drivers. truck can offer. improvements, the result is fuel consumption superbly organised. The new Actros is brilliant. The driving experience was fantastic and if the fuel feature on page truck can offer. 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DCPC DEADLINE ALMOST UP

rivers are being warned again of the impending arrival of the Driver CPC deadline, which is now only weeks away. After September 10, 2014, anyone wishing to drive a truck professionally will have to have completed their Driver Certificate of Professional Competence and hold a Driver Qualification Card (DQC), which is handed over on completion of 35 hours of periodic training. Without a DQC, drivers will be unable to legally drive a commercial vehicle after the deadline. Drivers who are still to complete their training are being urged to sign up to courses without delay, as there are still spaces left – though time is of the essence, as places are anticipated to go fast as the deadline gets closer.

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) said that at the beginning of 2014, it saw an increase in the rate drivers registered for training – with almost 15,000 new drivers who decided it was time to make a start on Driver CPC registering in the month of February alone. And according to DVSA figures, at the beginning of May approximately 750,000 HGV and PCV drivers were active on its driver training database, with an excess of 10,000 drivers coming onto the system every month. “The clear message to anyone who hasn’t completed their Driver CPC training yet – even if they haven’t started it – is that it’s not too late,” said FTA’s director of compliance management, June Powell.

With the deadline imminent, the FTA also repeated its warning to all freight operators that they should expect no exemptions or last-minute reprieve, stating the DVSA

will enforce Driver CPC and the traffic commissioners will take action against drivers and operators who do not take it seriously.

MAN UPGRADES TGX FLAGSHIP G erman truck manufacturer MAN has launched a new flagship truck. Dubbed TGX D38, it is designed as a high-performance option for ‘challenging’ transport tasks. It boasts a complete new driveline, including a new 15.2-litre D3876 in-line sixcylinder engine. Based on the same structure as the D20/D26 engines, it is available in outputs of 520 bhp, 560 bhp and 640 bhp. MAN claims the new powertrains offer lower AdBlue consumption (by up to 65 per cent) and an overall improvement of some three per cent in fuel consumption. The new trucks use a ZF AS-Tronic2 transmission, which is custom-built to suit the nature of the work the trucks are designed to do. A two-stage turbocharger offers full torque at just 930 rpm and makes the engine suitable for use in trucks suited to a wide range of operations, including long haul, construction and heavy haulage. GPS (Global Positioning System) incorporated into the cruise control system analyses approaching inclines and downhill sections of the route, adjusting the truck’s speed to achieve the best fuel efficiency.

Dubbed EfficientCruise, MAN claims – particularly with trucks used on long haul or distribution operations – fuel consumption can be lowered by as much as six per cent without loss of time over the route. The new engine incorporates various technologies to aid better performance and fuel economy – and make the units lighter and ultra-reliable. Domed valves increase

strength and remove flexing when they open and close, and MAN says the engine is of ‘stiffer’ construction, with steel pistons and a rigid crankcase, and a head designed to cope with the greater stresses of Euro 6. It uses a high-pressure fuel injection system developed in conjunction with Bosch, while ‘top-down’ cooling feeds coolant into the cylinder head directly to the areas under thermal stress. Use of high-tensile materials has shaved 160 kg off the weight of the new engine when compared to MAN’s Euro 5 D28 V8 motor. An ally flywheel is fitted, with cast engine mounting brackets, and the valve cover and sump made from highly durable impact-resistant plastic to help reduce overall weight, while engine noise emissions are also considerably lower due to the acoustic structure of the sump. An exhaust valve brake (EVB) offers up to 340 kW of braking power, while a Turbo EVB with increased braking power up to 600 kW is available for heavy-duty TGX D38 trucks. BrakeMatic controls the engine brake, Intarder (with 3500 Nm of braking torque and 500 kW of braking power) and service

brakes, which all work together to increase safety and lessen wear and tear on brake pads and discs and thus reduce vehicle downtime. Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) comes as standard with the MAN TGX D38. A full range of wheelbases – tractor unit and rigid chassis – and axle configurations make the TGX D38 suitable for a wide range of demanding transport operations. Available in both right- and left-hand drive form, the new TGX D38 uses MAN’s ‘wide’ cab line-up, including XL, XLX and XXL. It will be debuted at the IAA Show in Hanover, Germany in September, where MAN will also show off its 640 bhp version (a 41.640 8x4/4 D38 heavyduty tractor with gross train weight of up to 250 tonnes) for the first time.

HUWS GRAY EXPANDS DAF FLEET ‘MISFUELLING MISHAPS’ COST

uilders’ merchants Huws Gray has invested in 14 new DAF trucks worth approximately £1.2 million for its network of 44 depots across Wales and North West England. The new trucks will be the first Euro 6 models on its fleet of over 80 vehicles, and will be used for daily deliveries of materials to households and construction sites. The 14-truck order includes one DAF FA LF 180 16-tonne tipper, eight DAF FA LF 220 18-tonne dropsides and five DAF FAN CF330 26-tonne dropsides. All vehicles with dropside bodies (by Commercial Body Specialists Ltd) are also fitted with HIAB cranes for loading and unloading of materials wherever they’re required. “We’ve always found DAF trucks suit our job better, plus we’ve had less problems with them and always been able to get hold of any parts quickly – even going to collect them from the factory in Leyland, if necessary,” said Mike Cholomondley, Huws Gray transport manager. “We’ve looked at other trucks, but some of them were a bit too technical for our type of work and too slow to supply parts.

“The new vehicles will definitely reduce our carbon footprint and help us deliver goods even more efficiently and on time.” The new vehicles have been fully liveried and will be based at Huws Gray depots including Wrexham, Porthmadog, Wallasey, Moreton, Aintree, Bolton, Flint, Wrightington and Derby.

MOTORISTS MILLIONS

ritish motorists are unnecessarily paying out over £60 million a year in wasted fuel, repairs and follow-on costs after mistakenly putting the wrong fuel in their cars at the pump. New figures from Halfords Autocentres revealed as many as 123,000 vehicles a year in the UK suffer a ‘misfuelling mishap’ – in many cases leaving them with a hefty bill from £500 to over £3000. While the rising cost of motoring means that 47 per cent of drivers spend most of their disposable income on motoring, in the last 12 months a motorist has put the wrong fuel in their car approximately once every four minutes. “Diesel cars now make up almost 50 per cent of cars sold in the UK and have become more refined to cater for customers used to quieter petrol-powered cars who are making a switch to more economical diesels to keep their motoring costs down,” said Halfords Autocentres’ Rory Carlin. “Our garages see significantly more

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misfuelling cases during March and September – the peak months for new car purchase – than any other, which is largely made up of new vehicle owners who aren’t yet used to driving a diesel and have consequently made a mistake at the pump.” The cost of wasted fuel and repairs alone ranges from £200 up to £2500 in severe cases, where rectifying the mistake involves replacing fuel filters, diesel pumps and diesel particulate filters. However, this can be the tip of the iceberg once roadside recovery or garage call-out fees (£100-150), refilling the tank (£100), not to mention lost work or leisure time, extra transport costs and the inconvenience involved (approx. £150) are added. “Our advice to any motorist who realises they have put the wrong fuel in their car at the pump is not to attempt to drive off. If you have already driven away before realising your mistake, stop as soon as it is safe to do so because circulating the incorrect fuel can cause further unnecessary engine damage.”

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Merc unveils self-driving Actros

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ercedes-Benz has unveiled its vision of the future of road transport – a self-driving Actros which can steer itself along the motorway at speeds of up to 85 kmh and respond to a range of traffic situations without the need for driver intervention. Truckstop News was shown a live demonstration of what Merc has dubbed the ‘Future Truck 2025’, which took place on a closed-off section of Germany’s new A14 motorway just outside of Magdeburg on July 3. During the test, the truck successfully manoeuvred itself out of the way of overtaking emergency vehicles and around a simulated oil spill, while the driver was left to carry out ‘other work‘ – such as completing order notes or booking a parking space at a truck stop – on a tablet computer while his seat was swivelled 45 degrees away from the steering wheel. However, the German manufacturer was keen to stress it still sees the role of the driver as vital, as there are many instances where manual control must be taken to ensure safe passage. At the moment, the technology – which Merc is calling ‘Highway Pilot’ – is only suitable for driving the truck along stretches of motorway; and even then, the driver must be ready to take back control at a moment’s notice should the onboard computer deem it necessary and send out an alert. The system works by the truck’s computer analysing data received from stereo frontmounted cameras and radars positioned around the vehicle, and also from threedimensional maps and signals received

from other vehicles on the road. These work to ensure the truck stays in lane, correctly negotiates bends and maintains a safe 60 m distance from the vehicle in front, and can react to approaching emergency vehicles or lane blockages ahead of time. “The truck of the future is a MercedesBenz that drives itself,” said Merc board of management member, Dr Wolfgang Bernhard. “The Future Truck 2025 is our response to the major challenges and opportunities associated with road freight transport in the future.” But Merc noted that for the system to work, there’s much that needs to be done to upgrade the world’s road and communications infrastructure – which lies in the hands of politicians. However, Merc said it was confident its technology would be ready for market soon if the world’s governments can agree on a unified and cross-compatible communications framework. “If the legislative framework for autonomous driving can be created quickly, the launch of the Highway Pilot is conceivable by the middle of the next decade,” Bernhard said.

Cornish truck stop now open

ornwall Services has officially opened in Roche, on the A30 (near Bodmin). The £12.5 million development, employing 200 people, is the first major service station in Cornwall and the only services on the A30 between Exeter and Penzance. It is located at the Victoria Interchange junction on the A30, less than 10 minutes from Bodmin. Phase two of the development will see the addition of a 70-bed hotel with a restaurant and a dedicated Tourist Information Centre on site. Work on phase two will start this year and is due to be completed in 2015. The services include a petrol filling station, a main amenity building with food and drink concessions, some retail outlets including WH Smiths, a cash point, WIFI and 18 dedicated bays for HGVs. There is also a charging point for electric cars, free air, and coach and truck drivers have a dedicated washroom block. Cornwall Services is also signed up to the SNAP scheme for HGV drivers.

“It is fantastic to now see the services complete and to open the doors to our first visitors,” said scheme Development manager, Mark Upton. “We wanted to give anyone passing through on their way to Cornwall a relaxing environment to stop and refresh and benefit from all the services and amenities they would typically expect. But, at the same time, we wanted to welcome them to Cornwall with a little taste of what is to come.” Sitting on a 58,500 m2 site, Cornwall Services has been built with its locality in mind - bringing with it a taste of Cornwall for visitors. Along with all the well-known brands expected at a service station, such as WH Smith, Costa, Subway and McDonald’s, Cornwall Services said it will be championing some of the very best Cornish food and drink with three local food concessions on site Hugo Woolley’s Cornish Delish, the Open Oven Pizza Company and Sausage n Roll.

Working together, we can help build a better industry for all. At Mercedes-Benz we like to do things properly and we think you do too. So when it comes to driver training, we always aim to go that bit further and deliver a product that is ahead of the rest. That’s why our training is more about improving every aspect of driver and industry professionalism, and not just about reaching a legislation standard. We’ve put a lot of thought and effort into our courses too, and not only are they fully interactive and interesting, we’ve made them enjoyable too. Come see. Come train with us. We’re professionals and we think you are too. For more information call 0800 090 090, or visit www.mercedes-benzdrivertraining.co.uk.

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All set for Shropshire Show

ubbed the UK’s ‘friendliest’ truck gathering, the Shropshire Truck Show returns in 2014 to its regular venue of Oswestry Showground after a year’s break – but with a new date: Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 September. Show director Jason Lunn from Independent Event Management said: “Last year’s break from the Oswestry site has allowed them to develop the showground, improving the roadways and toilets – and we are pleased to see a new grandstand in place for the main arena. We’ve had fantastic comments from everyone about our return to the venue and look forward to our new September date, which we hope will give us better weather!” Manufacturers are rebooking their stands at the show with a large display of industry and general trade stands. There will also be a second arena this year dedicated to the recovery display, so that they can perform without having to move around the site. Attractions this year will feature new main arena entertainment, with the first appearance

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Celebrity guests for 2014 include Coronation Street’s Georgia May Foote and Jack P Shepherd, who will be visiting the event on the Sunday to meet visitors.

The acquisition involves 18 tractor units and 27 trailers and around 33 M&D employees, which TUPE transferred to GDL on August 1. “We are delighted to be announcing this deal with GDL and see it as a very positive step for our customers and our people,” said M&D’s Dave Stapleton. ”It will

enable us to continue to grow the business and expand our service offering to our customers.” The Gregory Group provides temperature controlled transport services to a wide range of customers in the South West, the South Coast and the Midlands.

Truck speed limits set to rise

he government has proposed hauliers across England and Wales could see a £11 million-a-year boost in earnings as a result of raising the speed limit for trucks on single-carriageway roads to 50 mph. In addition, the government has also launched a six-week consultation on plans to increase the speed limits for HGVs on dualcarriageways from 50 mph to 60 mph Transport minister Claire Perry announced the move as part of a package of measures the government hopes will cut congestion, reduce dangerous overtaking and “help get the country moving”. Heavy goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes are currently stuck at 40 mph on single carriageway roads – a speed limit set in the 1960s and at odds with other large vehicles on the country’s roads, Perry said. “We’re are doing all we can to get Britain moving and boost growth,” she said. “This change will do exactly that and save our haulage industry £11 million a year. “Britain has one of the world’s best road safety records, and yet speed limits for lorries have been stuck in the 1960s. This change will remove a 20 mph difference between lorry and car speed limits, cutting dangerous overtaking and bringing permitted lorry speeds into line with other large vehicles like coaches and caravans. “Current speed limits for HGVs were introduced around 50 years ago and need to be updated given improved vehicle technology.” Geoff Dunning from the Road Haulage Association welcomed the move. “This

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Government is also looking into raising speed limits for trucks on dual carriageways evidence-based decision by ministers to increase the limit to 50 mph will be strongly welcomed by hauliers and their drivers. The current limit is long out of date and the frustration it generates causes unnecessary road safety risks.” However, road safety charity Brake has condemned the plans. “Put simply, when vehicles travel faster, it takes them longer to stop, increasing risk,” said Brake deputy chief executive, Julie Townsend. “It is very well evidenced that increases in speed equal increases in crashes and casualties. “At the same time, the road safety justification for this move is dubious: we are not aware of evidence it will help tackle risky overtaking, which should be addressed through other means. Pronounced speed

differences between traffic can pose a risk, but the way to address this is by preventing car drivers going too fast, not speeding trucks up.” The change in speed limits for HGVs on single carriageways will come into force in early 2015 and will bring England and Wales in line with other European road safety leaders, such as Denmark and Norway. Depending on the consultation responses, the increase for dual carriageways will come in at the same time. The existing limits continue to apply until the change has been put into effect. The Department for Transport said it is urging English councils to use local powers issued last year to restrict traffic to 30, 40 or 50 mph where necessary because of pedestrian and cyclist use of roads, where the road is located and the layout.

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I would like to ask if you could put a picture of my mum and stepdad’s wedding at Woodlands Water (aka Woodeys) in Ancaster, which took place on July 12? There names are Diane and Brian, and I had the privilege of taking my mum in the lorry I drive for David Harrison Haulage, of Stamford. I’ve been driving lorries since

I was 21 – I’m 26 now, and I’ve been with David Harrison Haulage for four years. The lorry is named after my mother, as she enabled me to become a lorry driver. I’m the only lorry driver in my family – my stepdad a civil engineer. Darryl Lane By email

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Big GEE, the name on the truck windscreen, M5 south passing Bristol. My wife smelled burning, but I couldn’t. It went away – then the gentle vibration in the steering wheel started just as we entered the road works with no hard shoulder. It was a 50 limit, but I slowed the motorhome to 40 and then the nearside front tyre blew. Why, I don’t know, as it only had a couple of thousand miles on it. I called 999 and then walked up the inside of the crash barriers to warn approaching traffic, as we were on a slight bend. About five minutes later, a large truck pulled in 30 yards behind us, and my first thoughts were he had run over the same debris as us and had problem – but he did it to protect us. The driver dismounted and walked up the carriageway waving a fluorescent jacket to warn the motorists, and he stayed with us until the police arrived. So he has our sincere thanks and he was gone before I had a chance to say thank you. Adrian Kerton By email

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Scania 112 & 142 at Work Author: Patrick W Dyer Publisher: Old Pond Publishing ISBN: 978-1-908397-87-4 Web: www.oldpond.com Price: £19.95 The latest in author Patrick W Dyer’s At Work series of road transport books paints a detailed picture of two of Scania’s most renowned and respected models: the T112 and T142.

First introduced in 1980, the trucks were constructed using Scania’s then quite new modular build system, which not only meant they covered a large operational weight range from 16 to 174 tons without requiring special types, but also provided the Swedish manufacturer with a large boost in production efficiency. Added to this, for much of its run, the 14-litre 142 was regarded as the most

I’m referring to two emails in your June 2014 edition from Karen Bancroft and Brian Diprose. Karen is right in assuming the Dutch government has extended the Driver CPC deadline. As indeed, I believe, have the Germans and the French. Being cynical, the reason the deadline has not been put back in this country is to me abundantly clear – it’s because the Driver CPC is just another tax, and I know I’m not alone in thinking

powerful production truck in Europe. Dyer’s book offers readers a wealth of details on the background of the trucks’ development, with early chapters focusing on their ancestors and the build-up to the 112 and 142’s initial release in 1980. From there, it continues to outline the design and introduction of the GPR series (so named after the three cab heights on offer), which replaced the previous LB series of forwardcontrol trucks. Offering stunning colour and black-andwhite photography throughout, there’s a lot on offer in this 44-page hardcover book, and classic truck fans – and Scania aficionados in particular – will find it a worthwhile and informative read.

this. God forbid the Powers That Be have to wait for the collection of their ill-gotten gains. With regards to Brian’s email, I agree entirely with every paragraph. Although, I admit, not without faults, after 30 years of driving to the Middle East, I feel extremely insulted that the faceless Mandarins have decided I do not know what I am doing. Now I’m retired (forced to, due to a stroke), I have the time to read all the trade periodicals and have seen the way the industry is going. It seems that everybody is ganging up! Health and Safety, traffic commissioners who are more interested in getting their photograph in the paper, as Brian mentioned the cyclist lunatic fringe, and numerous new regulations appearing by the minute. Not withstanding the Poles obtaining their CPCs by post! I am now retired, unfortunately due to a stroke – and even if that had not happened, I, like Brian, would not have submitted to another back-door tax. Incidentally, to those who may be interested, a stroke is a wonderful way to lose weight. Chris Hooper, by email

site which serves lovely homemade meals. We would like the Mother Truckers girls to come down and give us a try and give us their verdict! Julie, by email

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In response to the letter entitled ‘Shower power’ in your May 2014 edition by Tammy Argent, who was voicing her opinions about the lack of shower and toilet facilities in the truck stops, I think Tammy and the Mother Truckers group should come and try our facilities at Skelmersdale Truck Stop. We have ladies shower and toilet, all newly built with working locks, so you can feel safe when showering. We are open 24 hours a day, and we also have a cafe on

After reading lately about all this nonsense regarding cyclists, I feel it’s time for drivers to put an end to this madness once and for all. I’m sure every one of your readers will have had an encounter with a cyclist, as I myself have had on many occasions. The worst case was when I nearly ran a cyclist over on the A85, just north of Lochearnhead. Any driver who knows the road will know how bad the corners are. With a full load of fish feed and only doing about 25 mph, I nearly hit him as, when I rounded the corner, he was there, legs going like the clappers but getting nowhere. With approaching traffic heading south, I had no where to go. Thankfully I stopped before I hit him. I am not against cyclists, but I don’t feel they should be sharing our roads. The deaths of cyclists causes devastation for the families and friends of those killed – and the motorists who killed them. I put an e-petition online to ban cyclists from British roads unless on proper designated cycle lanes – though I don’t mean those stupid painted lanes that eat into our lanes! If any readers would like to sign the petition, they can get to it through the following link: http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/ petitions/52449 David W Gunn By email

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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. Each of the four demonstrator compensation. If the driver works for an agency rather than being directly ontinuing his review of successfully completed compensation trucks provided for the made 10 employed journeys - by a total claims, Steven Hinchliffe looks at a situation experienced byevent a reader the haulier, the claim would be directed against the haulage ofaward almostof700 miles covered of Truckstop News that resulted in an personal injury on the day. company not the agency. see our On each trip, the mpg figure achieved was recorded and the end of the day•the winner was Craig Stewart, 8 at • TRUCKSTOP NEWS ISSUE 299 • JULY 2012 compensation. ADVERTORIAL logistics manager at Widnes-based Ray Stewart Haulage, who averaged an impressive 11.4 mpg in the 510 ACCIDENT CASE STUDY - FALLING CONTENTS OF TRAILER Steven Hinchliffe bhparticles V8-powered Actros and 11.8 In mpg the 450 bhp was Actros 2545 model. journeys, guests also at All of the accident victims mentioned in these are clients of 2551, my firm, thisincase my firm instructed by MrBetween S of Pontefract (name withheld In this month’s issue, Steven Hinchliffe of the specialist enjoyed ‘hot laps’ of the Oulton in request). two-seaterInracing cars he piloted by professional drivers.while making a Personal Injury Compensation firm Hinchliffes Solicitors feature on page 8 Hinchliffes Solicitors. They have kindly given permission to disclose detailsPark circuit client’s May 2011 was involved in an accident PERSONAL INJURY SPECIALISTS Transport manager Mark waste and animal by-products recycling specialist Pointon & trailer. advert on the front considers of their real life experiences resulting in personal injury claims, and the May stepsof fooddelivery. When he reached the depot he opened the John rear doors of his we(see felt their his claim was likely to page) be worth moreanother than this. Insurers often make Sons, summed feelings when he this said: wasladder, a greatwhich day, very enjoyable, “READER’S SUCCESSFUL ACCIDENT CLAIM” taken to make a successful accident compensation claim. up Allthe these clientsof manyAs he did a “It small was informative meant to be and secured to the and inside of this type of offer in an attempt to buy off claims cheaply, but Mr S followed superbly organised. brilliant. driving experience fantastic and ifThe the ladder fuel should have contacted my firm after seeing our details in Truckstop News. The new Actros is one of theThe doors, swung out and was hit him in the face. our advice and rejected the offer. performance figures are to be believedbeen it willsupported be an unbeatable all-round package. is but a one previous by 2 brackets at the top andThe a strap at theActros bottom, very good truck - but this new one is a huge step forward.” HINCHLIFFES

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In this article I highlight a not uncommon situation where a driver opens the doors of a lorry or trailer and part of the contents fall out on top of them. As with previous articles, the common factor is the often significant effect on the injured person’s life (physically, emotionally and financially) and although using the existing legal process to make personal injury claims as a means of redress cannot truly compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can help not only by providing financial relief by awards of compensation, but also requiring the guilty party to provide the required medical and rehabilitation treatment.

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of the brackets and also the strap were missing.

Continuing his review of successfully completed INJURY SPECIALISTS Steven Hinchliffe Consultant to him andPERSONAL prepare a report on his injuries. That report CASE STUDY - INJURY CAUSED BY examine A free, no Mr S contacted us ataccident the endclaims, of January andlooks onceatour All enquiries are immediately passed to a We offer a completely risk service Steven2012 Hinchliffe justcontractual confirmed that had suffered a lacerationsolicitor to his -nose thatusually left ansay indented matter what thehe outcome of the claim who can straight documents were completed we wrote to hisbyemployer. detailed LOADno one situation experienced a reader of This was a DEFECTIVE you do which not have to pay us. awayaffect if we can helphad withhearing claim. visible bewaspermanent. He ayour black eye for In the HGV driver Mr Rwas of Telford (name and would claim, there also some on his also pre-accident News happened that resultedand in anwhy award of were liable letter setting out howTruckstop the accident they tosummer of 2010,scar, If10 the claim is successful you keep 100% of withheld at client’s request) was strapping a load that had difficulties. personal injury compensation. days, but since an the accident had suffered and thewillConsultant An headaches experienced solicitor handle your compensate him for his injuries. It included the following allegations of been placed onthe already a trailer by a colleague when item compensation recovered. My firm sent a detailed letter to his employer, who passed All of the accident victims mentioned in these articles are actual claim and will explain everything recommended a CT scan of this hisonnose face to check for any internalclearly from the load fell, striking his head. to their and insurers. Within just over 2 months the insurers negligence and breach ofofregulations. clients my firm, Hinchliffes Solicitors. They have kindly given Our aim is to achieve the maximum keep youBy completely upwere to date. To successfully claim personal injury compensation from an accepted responsibilityand for the accident. this time steps their permission for the disclosure of their details, and in particular issues caused byextensive the accident. We arranged for the scan to be done and on compensation entitled to as quickly solicitor mustyou haveare employer the injured person’s already well underway for Mr be need examined an ENT You doR to not us - we can help to by visit of their real life experiences of incidents resulting in personal as possible. of the Health and Safety Regulations that havethe Consultant assessing the results found there was no structural surgeon so that a comprehensive medical report, setting out damage (a) Failed to maintain the trailer, which was work equipment, in anknowledge efficient injury claims, and the steps taken to make a successful accident you no matter where you live. been breached, and beWe ablenegotiate to comprehensively set out details full details of the injuries and their consequences, could be hard for the right result state, in efficient working orderclaim. and good repair, contrary to Regulation 5(1) theand compensation All in of these clients contacted my firm after suggested medication for the headaches, which he ethical feltapproved should thenand do when first contacting Without this level obtained. available had been by it employer. is always in your bestof interests not to Once this was We have and a very approach seeing our details in Truckstop News. insurers will almost certainly try and of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. awareness the employer’s R, a copy was sentnot to the insurers, together with or details resolve within a few months. settle before the full extent of yourMr injuries take commissions payofinsurers for In this article I highlight a fairly common situation where a driver

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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, pending the final valuation of the claim. This can be particularly helpful in situations where the injured person has not yet returned to work and their income has been reduced.

exploit any perceived deficiencies or weakness in the case in his very modest financial losses incurred as a direct result of is known. is required to deliver and unload a lorry or trailer that has been your details. an effort to avoid having to pay the injured person their rightful the accident. packed by someone else - either a fellow employee of the same compensation. There are 2S elements to your compensation Settlement negotiations started, with offers and counter We then have been successfully helping injured Once Mr had approved the medical evidence and also the breakdown company, or by an employee of an entirely different company In Mr R’s claim, the allegations of breaches ofsuffered Regulation- (2) foroffers (1) for the injuries financial being put forward by both for sides. a few weeks of any adequate system ofeven routine preventative wherebywere theas follows:people a Within longexpenses, time - youit are safe perhaps based abroad. It is often the inspection case that your own we had prepared of his financial losses (including travel theincost losses or expenditure because of the was possible to reach an acceptable settlement at a total figure hands with us. employer will be held responsible for compensating you for an missing bracket and strap might have been noticed and replaced prior totothe (a) Failed take suitable and sufficient steps to prevent the accident, including lost income. of £2250, vast majority of which was to compensate Mr R of painkillers and prescriptions, andthereplacement glasses), full details were injury caused by a defective load, no matter who packed it. If you item within the trailer from falling, contrary to Regulation for his pain and suffering. He kept the full sum recovered, as An accident can have a significant effect on accident. We ask the other party’s insurers to pay forsettled are self employed or an agency driver, you also benefit from the 10(1) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005.insurers. Hismyclaim provided to the aexpenses few later for just over firm’s costs and the in dealing your lifeweeks -we inhad theincurred current financial situation private medical treatment if this will help same rights enjoyed by the employees of the company you are with the claim (eg paying for his medical records and the (b) Failed to take suitable£3,611. and sufficient steps was to prevent our £1,000 over more than the offer,to but importantly Mr you recoverThis more quickly. caninitial you afford do nothing? contracted to work for. However, it is worth noting that if you were medical report) were subsequently negotiated with the insurers client being struck by the item, contrary to Regulation 10(2) (c) Exposed Mr S toinacharge danger or a trap and a foreseeable risk of injury. of loading the vehicle the accident may be found to have S’s medical condition had been fully explored and he received the treatment and paid separately. of the above Regulations. happened entirely due to your negligence, in which case a claim Fortunately, despite the accident circumstances Mr R Failed to ensure that needed the trailer was in suchfrom a way the accident, toloaded recover all of which was paid for by the for compensation would probably notcompany be successful. and they had(c)to There was no immediate response from the suffered only a relatively minor injury, and this was reflected by as to prevent unintended movement of the contents, As with previous articles the common trend remains the effect the level of compensation he recovered. His employer’s insurers. contrary to Regulation 10(4) of the above Regulations. be chased. Finally, inonApril 2012, their insurers got the in process touchofand the injured person’s life, and although using law in early insurers took a sensible approach to the claim and handled Failed to ensure the trailer was loaded in a safe manner. claims as a means of redress truly to (d) to make personal injury accident. May accepted responsibility for the They alsocannot offered pay matters with reasonable efficiency, which meant it was possible compensate for the trauma and inconvenience suffered, it can Exposed our client to a danger or a trap and a foreseeable to reach agreementof and for Mr R to be inSolicitors funds in just under six compensation of £2,500 to settle the claim at that stage. This was(e) before we Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor and Principal Hinchliffes risk of injury. assist in requiring the guilty party to provide medical treatment months from the date the first letter was sent to his employer. rehabilitation,and in addition financial relief by wayS’s of awards had obtained medicalandevidence fullyto assessed Mr financial losses and © toCopyright 2014 Solicitors He suffered a painful cut the top of his head and,Hinchliffes as was This also had the effect of keeping the legal costs to a of compensation. As previously indicated, under the current law later confirmed in the medical report obtained in support of his minimum. and procedures the basic aim of an accident claim is to try and return the injured party to the position that he or she would Steven Hinchliffe, solicitor and Principal of Hinchliffes Solicitors © Copyright 2012 Hinchliffes Solicitors otherwise have been in had the accident not happened.

Manchester 0161 669 4300 East Midlands & Hams Hall 01332 638080 It is not unusual to find that when a driver opens the rear door of their lorry or London & South East 01707 636680 trailer something falls out. Often the driver can get out of the way and avoid injury, but this is not always the case and sometimes the injury can be severe. If the driver packed the load then it may be their own fault that it became unstable in transit, but if they were not provided with sufficient strapping, or the straps and buckles were defective or inadequate for the job, their employer could still be held responsible for the accident and liable to pay

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

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I have noticed an increasing number of queries relating to vehicle load security, dangerous loads and overloading of vehicles. This month, the number of queries relating to overloading has been the greatest – so it seems like a good time to have a closer look at this issue in cases 28 - Hinchcliffs Solictors - Truckstop News - Autumn 2014 - Half Page .indd 1 where there is a prosecution. 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 vehicles and passenger vehicles 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

One of the offences some drivers have committed is using a mobile phone while driving. The legislation defines this offence as follows: No person is to drive a motor vehicle on a road if he is using a hand-held mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind. No person is to cause or permit any other person to drive a motor vehicle on a road while that other person is using a handheld mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind. No person is to supervise a holder of a provisional licence if the person supervising is using a hand-held mobile telephone or a hand-held device of a specified kind at a time when the provisional licence holder is driving a motor vehicle on a road.

following: sending or receiving oral or written messages; sending or receiving facsimile documents; sending or receiving still or moving images; and providing access to the internet. If you’re caught using a hand-held mobile phone or similar device while driving, you can expect to get an automatic fixed penalty notice. This means you’ll get three penalty points on your driving licence and have to pay a fine of £60. However, your case may go to court. If it does, you may also face disqualification from driving on top of a maximum fine of £1000. If you were driving a PCV or heavy goods vehicle, you could face a maximum fine of £2500. Also if the matter were considered of a serious nature you could face prosecution for other road transport related offences, which carry more serious sentences.

So these are statutory defences to the offence action centres on the ‘user’ offence. This offence is a of overloading and is the reason why enforcement strict liability offence. In other words, if the prosecution officers will often ask where the vehicle is going to show you are the user,from that is normally Exemptions prosecution are fewthe driver and or and coming from, in order to establish there is not a operator; and the vehicle is overloaded and being used on A person does not contravene any of these provisions if, at the are defence. hard-hitting time of the alleged contravention: they are using the telephone or a road, then theother offence ispolice, made out. or other emergency Repercussions device to call the fire, ambulance 06/08/2014 However, if you are the holder of a vocational licence the service; they are acting in response to a genuine emergency; and it implications of a mobile phone offence not end there. You are such as overloading and/or For doan offence There are potential defences tocease the proceedings is unsafe or impracticable for them to driving in order to likely to be called to vocational driver conduct hearing in front of call (or, in relation to the supervision of a provisional a traffic commissioner. The senior traffic commissioner has weight, the maximum fine is level 5, exceeding axle brought under make thistheholder, section these include, the following licence for the provisional licence holder to cease driving issued a document entitled ‘Statutory Document No 6 Vocational while the call was being made). Driver Conduct, which gives a detailed view of vocational driver Under the Road Vehicles and Use) Regulations, which is £5000. The magistrates court sentencing statutory defences which are(Construction contained within aSection conduct. Here I have reproduced the paragraph on the use of mobile telephone or other device is to be treated as hand-held if it mobile phones “A specificguidelines starting point is provided in respectthis of is, orTraffic must be, heldAct at some point during the course of making or state is fining band B for the driver; B* 41B of the Road 1988. the use of hand held devices such as mobile telephones receiving a call or performing any other interactive communication of the prevalencefor of thisthe offenceowner-driver; in recent years. function. An ‘interactive function’ includes thefor an because and C for the owner-company. The Act states that: “In communication any proceedings offence Disclaimer: No information column shallabecontravention construed as legal advice and information is offered for general information based onthe the current law Starting points cater for purposes casesonly where overload under this section in which thereinisthisalleged when the article was first written. You should always seek advice from an appropriately qualified solicitor on any specific legal enquiry. is up to and including 10%. Thereafter, 10 per cent of or failure to comply with a construction and use should be added to the penalty for each additional one requirement as to any description of weight applicable to per cent of overload. a goods vehicle, it shall be a defence to prove either— In relation to the fining bands, a fine is based on one of three bands (A, B or C). The selection of the relevant (a) that at the time when the vehicle was being used on fine band, and the position of the individual offence the road— within that band, is determined by the seriousness of (i) it was proceeding to a weighbridge which was the the offence. nearest available one to the place where the loading of the vehicle was completed for the purpose of being weighed, Starting point Range: or ■ Fine Band A: 50 per cent of relevant weekly income, (ii) it was proceeding from a weighbridge after being 25–75 per cent of relevant weekly income weighed to the nearest point at which it was reasonably ■ Fine Band B: 100 per cent of relevant weekly practicable to reduce the weight to the relevant limit, income, 75–125 per cent of relevant weekly income without causing an obstruction on any road, or ■ Fine Band C: 150 per cent of relevant weekly (b) in a case where the limit of that weight was not income, 125–175 per cent of relevant weekly income exceeded by more than five per cent.— (i) that that limit was not exceeded at the time when the Hopefully this sheds some light on what can be loading of the vehicle was originally completed, and expected if prosecuted for an overload. As ever, please (ii) that since that time no person has made any addition seek specific advice if you are ever in that situation. to the load.”

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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Volvo wants your Future Truck entries

o celebrate the historic landmark of the 200,000th Volvo truck to be registered in the UK since the company began trading here in 1967, Volvo Trucks has announced a design competition to attract the truck designers and engineers of the future of road transport. Volvo said its competition, called Volvo Trucks: Truck of the Future 2050, offers the opportunity for anyone, whatever their age or background, to have some fun trying to predict what the truck of 36 years hence will look like – and how truck design may have to respond to the infrastructure of the future. Anyone can enter and send in creative designs they think will address the question of how trucks could be used in society in the year 2050. The individual winners will go on a once-ina-lifetime visit to meet the Volvo Trucks design team in Gothenburg, where they will see their entries displayed in the Design Studio. “The winning designs will demonstrate creative thinking that will help the Volvo truck

driver and operator more than three decades from now, work productively, economically and safely with all other road users,” said Volvo Trucks managing director, Arne Knaben. “We are very, very keen to encourage children, young adults and students to take part in what will be a fun competition.” Entrants are invited to submit their designs via special website at www.volvotrucks.co.uk/ design There are three age-related entry classes: a) Up to 11 years old, b) 11 to 18 years and c) over 18 – but Volvo said there will be only one winner per category. In addition to design visuals, each entry must also include a brief explanation of the thinking behind its features. The designs must be for a long-haul or regional distribution truck, configured for the UK road transport industry, as they see it might be, in thirty-six years’ time. All entries must include sketches of the cab interior as well as the vehicle’s exterior. Closing date for entries is Friday, October 3, 2014.

Trial rise for A9 speed limit

cottish Parliament has said it will allow trucks over 75 tonnes to travel up to 50 mph (10 mph more than the standard UK A-road limit) on the A9 road between Inverness and Perth as part of a three-year trial. “There can be journey time savings, and savings can be produced for companies and, ultimately, customers by bearing down on

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transportation costs,” said Scottish transport minister, Keith Brown. “There can also be more certainty about planning and how long it will take to use the road.” The news has been met with approval from the industry, with the Road Haulage Association stating it was ‘delighted’ the plans received government approval.

Highlands and Islands MSP and road safety campaigner, David Stewart, said he was also in favour of tests for the new speed limit: “A local HGV driver approached me in December 2012 and asked me to do all I could to help the local hauliers get the speed limit for HGVs on the A9 increased from 40 mph to 50 mph,” Steward told the Strathspey and Badenoch Herald. “I was only too happy to come on board, as I am aware a lot of road collisions on the route are caused by frustration.

“When you have one set of vehicles able to travel at 60 mph and others at 40 mph, you are going to get long tailbacks, queues and then frustration kicks in. “It is my hope that if HGVs can travel at 50 mph and other vehicles at 60 mph, then there will hopefully be less frustration caused as most drivers will happily travel at a constant appropriate speed,” he concluded. If the trial of the new speed limits proves a success, government said it will consider upping the speed limit in 2018.

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CAB CELEBRATION 10 • TRUCKSTOP NEWS

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AF has revealed its 1,000,000th cab has left the production line of its Vlaanderen factory in Oevel, Belgium on Friday, July 4, 2014. The Space Cab was handed over to Louis De Wael, managing director of Vervoer Van Dievel from the Belgian town of Mechelen, is set to receive RTITB ran awhich special competition the completed truck with featuring the over the 1,000,000th cabcourse soon. of two days of the Truckfest Peterborough “This is a tremendous milestoneshow in thein historyconjunction of DAF’s axlewith and cab factory,” Driver said its Master DAF Trucks NV president, members, Harrie Schippers. CPC Consortium DAF opened its production facilities in whereby four lucky drivers could Belgium in 1966, which started with the win 35 hours Driver CPC manufacturing of cabs,ofthen the production of axles in 1971.training. Today, some 180 cabs periodic leave theWith production line each destined the September 2014 day, Driver CPC for usedeadline on CF fast andapproaching, XF medium-this andwas a prize coveted by all who entered, not only saving heavy-duty trucks. In the past years, major

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 & investments have been in the cab Training Services Ltd,made Gist Limited, the RTITB Academy. factory in view of the introduction of the to identify winners were carried out newestDraws generation of DAF Euro 6 vehicles, twice a day by Ice Road Truckerís star Lisa of which production started in 2013. Kelly at the RTITB marquee. Large the manufacturing process Theparts lucky of winners of 35 hours of periodic are fully automated, welding robots training are: Dave with Smith, from Norfolk, Andrew taking care Jennings, of most offrom the Staffordshire, production Leslie Baker, from Kent, and Michael Currie, from process. them a great deal of money, but also ensuring Essex.

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he winners of four awards have been McGroarty of Telefonica UK, while Rising Star of unveiled at the Women in Logistics the Year was picked up by Victoria Burrows of annual conference and awards, which Royal Mail. The award for Diversity Champion of took place in Warwickshire on June 27. In a the Year went to Tracey Clifford of Wincanton, keynote speech, special guest Beverley Bell while Company of the Year was given to DHL – the UK’s first female traffic commissioner – Supply Chain. As well as over £5000 raised praised Women in Logistics for championing through ticket sales to the awards ceremony, a foursector. winners of RTITB training flank Truckers Lisa£1500 Kelly. the cause of gender diversityThe in the The charity raffl e at Ice theRoad dinner raised astar, further award for Leader of the Year went to Nicky for transport charity Transaid.

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ruton, Somerset-based livestock haulier AE George Haulage Ltd has become one of the first UK operators to put a new 44-tonne GTW Volvo FH 8x2 tridem drawbar into service. The company, which operates a fleet of 20 trucks on livestock haulage, was founded 84 years ago in 1930 – and the firm’s Russell Woof said that with some older farms having limited yard access for heavy trucks, good manoeuvrability is essential for its fleet. AE George’s new tridem was supplied by Truck and Bus Wales and West, Gurney Slade and is on a seven-year Gold R&M contract with Uptime Assurance. Woof said that with the need to ensure the welfare of the transported animals, reducing unscheduled vehicle downtime is crucial. Volvo’s 100 per cent Uptime Assurance therefore provided peace of mind as, through online communication, Volvo technicians can monitor the condition of the trucks’ vital components before a planned maintenance appointment. “Volvo is the only manufacturer to offer a tridem-configuration 8x2 with this combination of lifting and steering axles number two and four,” Woof said. “It means the turning circle of this new FH 8x2 tridem is actually better than that of a standard 26-tonne GVW six-wheeler.” He added that rearsteer, in particular, is invaluable when negotiating narrow winding roads and manoeuvring between buildings

Bruton’s AE George spec’d Volvo tridem for tricky rural deliveries and machinery in busy farmyards. Spec of the FH tridem includes a 13-litre Euro 6 engine rated at 500 bhp, Globetrotter cab with leather upholstery and extra locker storage. Woof said the tridem is proving effortless to drive. “The driver is away three or four nights a week as we deliver to most of the UK, from Cornwall to Cumbria. The quality of the driving experience in the FH definitely contributes to reducing driver fatigue.” AE George Haulage operates the FH tridem both as a drawbar and with just the prime mover, depending on the number of animals to be transported. With an adult pig weighing an average 120 kg, a typical load of 125 pigs is equivalent to a 15,000 kg payload on the three decks of the Pezzaioli bodywork. When in use, the trailer can also carry an additional 100 pigs.

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he European Union’s Transport Council has given its support to plans seeking to amend the rules governing truck weights and dimensions, in a move which has been welcomed by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). ACEA said the revision of the Directive on the weights and dimensions of commercial vehicles will provide “a unique opportunity” to reduce CO2 emissions more efficiently from heavy-duty vehicles. “Industry should have the flexibility to make use of revised rules to deliver even cleaner and more efficient trucks in the most cost-effective manner,” said ACEA secretary general, Erik Jonnaert. “Allowing an extension of the current maximum length of vehicles and vehicle combinations, while complying with legal requirements, will enable the industry to incorporate both existing and future fuelefficiency innovations into their designs,” he added. The road transport industry has long advocated revising weights and dimensions rules to further increase truck efficiency.

This includes using the most cost-effective solutions – such as permitting the wider use of the European Modular System (EMS), which EMS improves fuel efficiency without negative safety impacts or increased road wear, and can be implemented quickly and at low cost. However, ACEA said the implementation of the new rules must take into account the time it will take truck manufacturers to implement the new designs into a new generation of commercial vehicles – with the typical product life cycle for a new truck being 10-15 years. This, said ACEA, means manufacturers need to know about a new regulatory framework several years before its implementation. “The industry is committed to continuing to improve truck safety,” Jonnaert said. “Safety technologies that prevent accidents happening in the first place are the best way forward.” ACEA said the use of new technologies such as cameras and proximity detectors to improve forward, side and rear visibility will provide a quicker, more flexible and more efficient way to improve the safety of pedestrians and cyclists than re-designed cabs.

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POLL LABELS SNACKING DRIVERS AS ‘DANGEROUS’

ating or drinking while driving is nearly as dangerous as using a mobile device – whether handheld or handsfree – and greatly increases a driver’s risk of being in or causing a collision, according to new data released by driver safety firm Lytx Europe Ltd. Lytx found drivers who eat and drink while driving are 3.6 times more likely to be involved in a collision than those who do not, due to the distraction it causes. This is almost as high as the collisions resulting from use of a mobile device while driving – where Lytx’s data showed drivers using a hands-free device are 4.6 times more likely to be involved in a collision, and those using a smartphone or tablet are 4.7 times more likely to be involved in a collision compared to drivers who did not. “I see people eating while driving almost every day,” said Del Lisk, vice president of

safety services for Lytx. “We know distracted driving is a significant factor in vehicle collisions, and our predictive analytics show distractions such as eating and drinking or use of smartphones and tablets are among the leading causes of collisions. “Everyone should consider that the next time they think about eating behind the wheel. Getting into a collision and potentially causing serious injury simply isn’t worth it.” Lytx UK general manager Paul Jones added: “Approximately 1750 people were killed and 200,000 people were injured on UK roads in 2012, according to the most recent DfT figures. The fact is the majority of these incidents are due to human error and are avoidable. “We’re dedicated to using our technology to help professional drivers adopt safer driving habits and measurably reduce the risk that is happening on our roads every day.”

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orthwest England-based KC Autos has announced it will be replacing 10 of its existing delivery and collection fleet with new Isuzu trucks after running a number of Isuzu twin-deck car transporters in its fleet for the past few years. Ten brand-new Forward N75.190 7.5-tonne chassis/cabs, each fitted with a Dyson TR3 TDLW twin-deck transporter body, have now gone into service working out of five repair facilities covering Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, North Wales, Staffordshire and the West Midlands.

Commenting on the decision to exclusively specify Isuzu, David Cotterill, KC Autos’ owner, said: “Based on our previous experience of the Isuzu marque, we have found them to be totally reliable and they give us excellent levels of service throughout their working life. The vehicles support our continued strategic growth plans to become the premier vehicle repair group within the region.” The vehicles represent an investment of around £400,000, and all 10 vehicles will each cover in the region of 800 miles a week.

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he government has published its second annual report on the trial of longer semi-trailers, as it presses ahead with tests of the new equipment which it hopes will reduce traffic and cut carbon emissions.

The longer semi-trailer trial was launched in 2012 and allows companies to apply for a share of 1800 allocations to operate longer vehicles until the trial ends in 2022. The vehicles enable more goods to be transported at once, allowing operators to

reduce the number of trucks on the road. The new report showed that between 600,000 and 900,000 vehicle kilometres have been saved by use of the longer semi-trailers in the trial so far, which has therefore resulted in reduced emissions of carbon and other pollutants. The report also proved longer semitrailers are operating safely, with a lower rate of injury incidents than standard commercial vehicles. While these are preliminary results, the the government said they give reassurance that longer trailers are at least as safe as other trucks. “Longer semi-trailers enable freight companies to transport more goods more efficiently, so could have significant

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economic and environmental benefits,” said transport minister, Stephen Hammond. “It is great news these longer lorries are now delivering real results in fewer journeys, and it is encouraging they have been involved in fewer incidents than standard lorries.” Hammond said longer semi-trailers can provide significant economic and environmental benefits to the UK. It is hoped the operational trial will enable the industry to show the benefits these trailers can bring to the country. The trial is expected to save over 3000 tonnes of CO2 over 10 years, with the overall benefits estimated at £33 million over 10 years.

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•Secure manned compound 24/7 + CCTV •Separate male & female shower/washroom areas •Excellent fresh food prepared daily •Free Wi-Fi & TV lounge area

We also accept Snap Account & all major fuel cards •Chassis, trailer & tractor wash on site

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Skelmersdale Truckstop was built by truckers for truckers

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ISSUE 329 AUTUMN 2014

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TRUCKPOL STRIKES AT FREIGHT CRIME GANG

ommercial vehicle crime fighting partnership Truckpol has reported it has received significant interest from both the police and the wider industry in support of the initiative since its relaunch in March. As a result, the service said the National Business Crime Solution (NBCS) is now engaging with over 40 police forces and 150 officers from across the UK to help provide up-to-date freight crime data – and its work has already led to some successful arrests. Truckpol told Truckstop News it was recently contacted by the police following information relating to two incidents that involved the theft of goods from vehicles while in transit. The officers working on the incident were keen to explore whether this formed part of a wider series of crimes, or whether Truckpol was aware of any similar incidents. To find out, TruckPol circulated the details in an alert distributed to the police network and were subsequently contacted by officers who informed them of a method of operation (MO) prevalent in Eastern Europe, whereby offenders illegally obtain goods while the vehicle is moving. Truckpol subsequently alerted businesses to this MO and the possible link

to comparable incidents and asked them to send in any details of similar unexplained losses that may form a part of this series of crimes. Truckpol collated all of the incident details and, thanks to close engagement with the Central Motorway Policing Group, provided detailed information on the recorded movements of the convoy of suspected vehicles. The information gathered by the NBCS led to an organised police operation in which one of the suspected vehicles was stopped, and as a result 11 suspects were arrested – all originating from Eastern Europe. All of the suspects were remanded in custody on a conspiracy charge and are currently waiting to be sentenced. John Traynor, director of security, TNT said: “I was particularly impressed at the speed which TruckPol was able to collate and disseminate information between the industry and the police. This ensured these offences were stopped before this emerging trend became a significant crime series. “The ability of TruckPol to co-ordinate the information led to a timely police operation and the successful arrest of those involved. This is clear evidence of the value of sharing data across the industry and bodes well for the future of TruckPol.”

SAT NAV SNAFU LEADS TO STUCK TRUCK Truck got stuck in narrow country roads after following unsuitable route on sat nav

truck driver who was blindly following directions provided by a sat nav device has managed to get his vehicle stuck in a narrow country lane, according to a report from Hertfordshire Police. Officers were called to the scene in the village of Watton-at-Stone, near Stevenage, on July 4 after the articulated truck became wedged across a small rural junction between two tall hedgerows. The police said the truck ran aground when its low-riding trailer became stuck on a grass mound situated in the middle of the

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joining roads, which occurred as the driver was attempting to manoeuvre the vehicle through the tight lanes. No details were released concerning the destination of the truck, though the police reported they had to close a section of road around Church Lane and Perrywood Lane for a period of two hours to enable a specialist recovery team to free the stranded lorry. An officer from Hertfordshire Police tweeted pictures from the scene, along with the warning: “Sat navs are amazing pieces of equipment – don’t always trust them!”

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RECRUITMENT

DRIVERS REQUIRED

Delivering a Better Class of Driver

ADR TANKER DRIVERS NEEDED FOR LEEDS / MANCHESTER / REDCAR / BARRY

We urgently require 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 and South East

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT COMPULSORY AS TRAINING CAN BE GIVEN Must be prepared to night out. Some weekend work. Applicants for Barry depot must be prepared to spend occasional weekends away

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

MAXIMUM 3 POINTS PLEASE CONTACT THE OPERATIONS MANAGER Mark Carr: 01924 284200 or email: sales@groupesamat.com to request an application form

We pay from £10 basic days up to £20 Premium days with Unique Bonus & Benefits Package

Groupe Samat UK Limited Unit 5, Centre 27 Business Park, Birstall, West Yorkshire, WF17 9TB

FULLY COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE INCLUDING PERSONAL ACCIDENT PAYE OR UNIQUE SELF-EMPLOYED PAYMENT OPTION 24 HOUR HELPLINE HOLIDAY PAY, SICKNESS PAY ETC RECOMMEND A FRIEND BONUS SCHEME COMPANY UNIFORM PROVIDED

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Experienced Trade Plate Drivers Only Need Apply recruitment@drivedirect.uk.com

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50 x Class 1 HGV Drivers required

We are a national agency who supply many prestigious customers and below is a short list of what we require:

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Day and Night work - Chilled trunking RDCs Straightforward work Bristol Day and Night Trunking - Long term work. Newark Stores and Trunking work - Electrical goods. Lutterworth Ambient food deliveries - All year round work. Bristol Chilled food deliveries - Long term prospect. Oldham Day and Night Trunking - All year round work. Dordon Day and Night work – Chilled trunking RDCs Straightforward work Hatfield Day and Night Trunking – Parcels – easiest job available Willenhall Day and Night Trunking – Parcels – easiest job available

• Join our dynamic network of franchisees • 35 years experience helping franchisees build secure & profitable businesses • Established businesses for sale throughout the UK • Sell our range of vehicle cleaning products to the trade • No sales experience necessary • Investment required • Average earnings £60K+ .

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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.

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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.

LONG TERM CONTRACTS&ACROSS LONDON, MIDLANDS CLASS 1 MAJOR LOW LOADER CLASS 2 BEAVERTAIL & THE SOUTH WEST DRIVERS URGENTLY REQUIRED & HIAB

ForLOADER, ongoing major projects acrossREQUIRED CLASS 1 LOW CLASS 2 BEAVERTAIL, HIAB DRIVERS London, Counties and Northampton MUST HAVEHome PLANT EXPERIENCE LOADING AND UNLOADING GRAB/TIPPER DRIVERS REQUIRED Must have Plant experience, 2 years driving experience MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE NO on MORE THAN 6 POINTS ON essential (max 6WITH points licence) LICENCE. EXCELLENT RATESLondon PAID & Northampton CPCS card an advantage. Based in North

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(LGV Cat C+E) Night Work Bicester, Oxfordshire. Salary: £25,000-£29,500 basic Come and work for InHealth as a HGV Driver, we offer: • • • • • • •

27 days holiday + Bank Holidays Flexible Beneﬁts Bonus scheme Company contributory pension scheme Top spec. modern cabs with luxury living First class vehicles and trailers Use of hospital facilities such as a shower/canteen

For over twenty years InHealth have been working in close partnership with NHS trusts across the UK providing specialist diagnostic solutions. Due to our continued success at InHealth we have an opportunity for a professional HGV Class 1 Driver to drive one of our Mobile MRI Units to various Clinics and Hospitals around the Midlands Area. The role is a permanent position covering the whole of the UK, you will be responsible for setting up the Mobile Unit for employees. To qualify for the Driver position you will need to have proven experience as a HGV driver If this role appeals to you and you would like to be a part of the team please send your CV directly to InHealth on: careers@inhealthgroup.com

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Registered Office: 6 Dewar Close, Segensworth West, Fareham, Hants PO15 5UB HIGH QUALITY SUB-CONTRACTORS URGENTLY REQUIRED We have a continuing surplus of Container, General and Abnormal haulage to dispose of. Primarily concentrating on the Ports of Southampton & Felixstowe. Terms - Excellent ➣ Payment Miscellaneous -Trailers & Fuel Cards available ➣ Pricing – Competitive & Generous ➣ Contact; Containers: Southampton – Les Emery or John Ward Tel: 01489 557771 Containers: Felixstowe – Steve Traynor or James Watts Tel: 01394 675248 General / Abnormal – All enquiries John Buckley Tel: 01489 557771 All Email enquiries to: john.ward@pmp-forward.co.uk

Advertise in Truckstop News 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 Mr Elderton on 01604 780088 or 07802188538. Yeoman Farm, Kettering Road, Hannington. Northants NN6 9TE

Class 1 Class 2 & 7.5T DRIVERS URGENTLY REQUIRED

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Redline Recruitment are one of the countries fastest growing logistics suppliers of drivers, warehouse and transport staff to large blue chip organisations on a national level. Redline have a range of differing clients to ensure our drivers are busy all year round, different sectors of the logistics industry peak at differing periods throughout the year. Redline’s customers range from large supermarket and convenience stores to general haulage and specialist distributors to name a few. If you are looking for a new challenge with a fast growing fresh company please contact your local office for immediate interview.

HGV Class 1 International & UK Trampers HGV Class 1 Bulk Powder Tankers HGV Class 1 Night Trunkers HGV Class 1 Supermarket Delivery Drivers (Days Early Morning – Midday, Afternoons Midday – Early Evening & Nights) HGV Class 1 ADR Tanker Drivers HGV Class 1 Multidrop Drivers HGV Class 1 Walking Floor Operators HGV Class 1 & 2 Hiab Drivers

HGV Class 1 & 2 Moffet Drivers HGV Class 2 ADR Packages Drivers HGV Class 2 Multidrop Drivers HGV Class 2 Home Delivery Drivers (White And Brown Goods)

HGV Class 2 Refuse Drivers (Rear Steer) HGV Class 1 & 2 Utilities Drivers 7.5 Ton Multidrop Drivers 7.5 Ton Home Delivery Drivers 3.5 Ton Multidrop Van Drivers (up to 100 drops per day)

Pay schemes available, PAYE umbrella limited companies.

Drivers CPC and on-going training available

LONG TERM, ADHOC AND WEEKEND ONLY CONTRACTS AVAILABLE

TRUCK STOP NEWS Redline Recruitment is currently expanding its franchise branch network across the UK and want to hear from experienced logistic or recruitment professionals.

✔ Are you fed up working for someone else? ✔ Are you ready to run your very own business? ✔ Are you enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking with a positive outlook? If you’ve answered yes to these questions you probably have what it takes to run a successful business. We offer our franchisees large trading territories, a start-up package, dedicated recruitment software, access to a national client database, training and full support. For a full and detailed prospectus contact us on – 0844 576 0345 or email franchise@redlinerecruitment.com Driving our franchisees to accelerated profitability Locations: Airdrie, Birmingham, Bristol, Bromborough, Coventry, Durham, Glasgow, Hull, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Warrington, Wigan

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7.5 tonne & HGV I & II Drivers Wanted

WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR CLASS 1, 2 AND 7.5 TON DRIVERS FOR WORK IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: COVENTRY – TRUNKING RUGBY – TRUNKING NORTHAMPTON – STORE DELIVERIES AND TRUNKING CORBY – TRUNKING/TRAMPING SOUTHAM – EUROPEAN TRAMPING F FREE REE BARDON – TRUNKING DRIVER CPC DRIVER CPC CASTLE DONINGTON – MULTI DROP TRAINING!!!* TRAINING!!!* LEICESTER - REFUSE GREYS, ESSEX - CLASS 2 TIPPERS NUNEATON - CLASS 1, CLASS 1 DRAW BAR, CLASS 2, 7.5T

TEMP & PERM and TEMP to PERM roles with immediate start in: South & Central London, Surrey & Kent

EXCELLENT RATES OF PAY!! We offer FREE CPC TRAINING For more information contact Nikki on:

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or 020 8240 7884

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A Class 2 driving licence. Full or part CPC qualified would be an advantage but training will be provided.

THE ROLE As a new Multi-Drop Driver, you’ll go through a 4-6 week training plan, supported by a driver trainer on site and a driver’s mate in your first few weeks on the road. You will be delivering our customers’ orders, on multiple drops, accurately and on time, whilst also providing excellent customer service. Other key responsibilities will include: � Collecting monies. � Maintaining product temperatures. � Checking vehicles to ensure vehicle roadworthiness and compliance with VOSA regulations. � Complying with Health & Safety (SSOW), hygiene and other vehicle-related legislation.

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We’ll equip you with the skills you need to deliver great customer service and be the face of the Brakes brand. You will need to develop good working relationships with colleagues and customers, handling customer queries wherever possible so excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential. You must demonstrate the knowledge and initiative to solve basic problems and make decisions, displaying evidence of organisational and prioritisation skills.

THE COMPANY Employing over 10,000 people, the group supplies a diverse customer base which includes independent pubs, restaurants and hotels, schools, hospitals, contract caterers and well known national clients.

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Attractive base salary Flexible working hours – we have opportunities for full-time; part-time and term-time working Company pension with voluntary enhanced scheme after 3 months Staff discount on Brakes products 23 days holiday The option to enhance your personal benefits to suit you We’ll also provide a clear career path for those who want to move up the ladder

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity please email your CV to: brakes.careers@brake.co.uk You must be eligible to work in the UK. Brakes Group operates as an equal opportunities employer. People/Skills that would be suitable for this role include: Driver, Class 2 Driver, CPC, Foodservice, Multi-Drop Driver, Delivery Driver, LGV, Distribution, Logistics, Depot Driver, Multi-Drop, HGV Driver, VOSA, Cat C Driver, HGV, SSOW. 10516 BA Driving Leaflet A5_AW.indd 1

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LGV CLAss 1 & LGV CLAss 2 driVers Needed ACrOss The uK

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Now Recruiting for LGV C+E Drivers NOW RECRUITING

We are seeking to recruit a number of full time, part time and casual, LGV C+E Drivers at our Crayford, Boston and Yaxley sites, working a variation of shift patterns. Excellent pay and conditions will be offered to the right applicants. Applicants must hold a valid and clean LGV C&E Driving Licence. Preferably have previous experience working in temperature control transport and must have completed the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence.

LGV1 Transporter Drivers Various Shifts - OTE £25k-45k

COVENTRY Acumen Automotive have immediate vacancies for LGV1 car transporter drivers across various shifts at Coventry depot.Previous experience would be beneficial but is not essential as full training can be given, a full CPC is required. Please email your CV with full details to Jobs@Acumen-dist.co.uk or telephone 02476 516840 for more details.

For fridge work across the UK and overseas. Various start times and shift patterns available. Be able to do nights out. Must hold Driver CPC card. In return we offer a competitive salary. 24 days holiday + bank holidays. Self employed drivers welcome. CONTACT Alan/Mick on: 01992 719095 Email: tm@continentalexpress.co.uk

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

If you are interested in applying for a position or would like to obtain further details, please contact 01322 429 777.

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Much more than a Driver. You’ll be a Partner too. Join the John Lewis Partnership and Waitrose and you’re not simply an employee. You’re a Partner. You get a ‘say’ in how our business is run and a share in our profits. We are looking to recruit LGV C+E Drivers (LGV1) and Customer Delivery Drivers across a number of our John Lewis and Waitrose branches and distribution centres.

LGV C+E Driver (LGV1)

Competitive salary + benefits | Various locations Whether you’re completing branch deliveries or supplier collections, you’ll be a visible face of the business. So, as well as being confident with all the health and safety elements of the job, you’ll need to be good with people too. As comfortable driving a standard tractor unit as you are a 44-ton double deck trailer, a rigid vehicle or a command steer trailer, you’ll have LGV experience, a C+E driving licence, a full DCPC with drivers qualification card and a valid digital tachograph card. We’re looking for people with impeccable accident records; bring us all this, and a calm personable attitude, and you could be perfect for the role.

Customer Delivery Driver

Competitive salary + benefits | Various locations From loading the delivery vehicles to delivering to our customers’ homes, you’ll take responsibility for both the goods you’re carrying and the reputation of our business. Customer service is our number one priority here, so going the extra mile to make sure that every customer is happy is going to be a key part of your job description. Add to that a good knowledge of relevant driving regulations and experience in a similar role and you could be exactly who we’re looking for. For the John Lewis Customer Delivery Driver roles there are training programmes which will provide you with the potential to broaden your skill set and build the tools to perform a range of installation services on the job. For John Lewis you will need a C1 driver licence, drivers qualification card and a valid digital tachograph. This is driving with a difference. To find out more about where the roles are based, the hours available and to apply, please visit www.jlpjobs.com Please sign up for Job Alerts on the website to be notified of future vacancies across all of our Waitrose and John Lewis distribution centres and branches. Closing date: Wednesday 10th September 2014. The John Lewis Partnership operates without discrimination and embraces diversity; this is reflected in all that we do.

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Owner drivers

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OWNER DRIVERS AND HAULIERS NOW HIRING Class 1 Oilfield Truck Drivers & Heavy Duty Mechanics  Be home every night  Steady year round work  Medical & Dental Benefits, RSP Plan  Work 7 days on, 3 days off, 7 days on, 4 days off Check out video at www.rjhoffman.com to see various truck and equipment

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OWNER DRIVERS

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 Wanted!!! WANTED!!! refrigeratedHAULIERS hauliers REFRIGERATED

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