Preventing workshop pit falls
With no basic requirements set out in law on how a vehicle maintenance and repair workshop should specify an inspection pit, Kevin Swallow looks at cost-effective options, as well as health and safety best practice
Jewel in the crown
Stumbling across really impressive workshops isn’t anyone’s everyday experience. Brian Tinham reports on something rather special in Springburn
Technician training
Apprenticeships are increasingly being used as a recruiting mechanism by companies large and small in the transport sector, with irtec accreditation the ultimate accolade. Brian Tinham reports
Tempting technologies
As the industry gears up for the CV Show (25—27 April at the NEC), John Challen previews releases from the few that have already broken cover
Springtime is show time
Some of the biggest names in the LCV industry will be among the major stars of this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, taking place next month at the NEC, Birmingham
Faster, better, cleaner
Equipment and materials for body shops and paint shops don't come cheap – and neither does compliance with the likes of PAS 125. But getting damaged vehicles back on the road fast and fully functioning is what matters, says Steve Banner
Construction and use
With N2 and N3 trucks coming into scope of Whole Vehicle Type Approval regulations, Toby Clark talks to bodybuilders and converters about the implications for operators
Crash course
With the PAS 125 damage repair standard now covering vehicles up to 5 tonnes, Brian Tinham talks to Marc Watts, owner of the first accredited CV bodyshop, on what it means for the industry
Best in Show
From trucks and trailers to sensors, systems and services: the CV Show (25—27 April 2017, NEC, Birmingham) has it all. John Challen and Brian Tinham pick out some of the highlights for NEC visitors
Best of bus
Bus and coach maintenance technicians from across the UK and Ireland competed in the seventh annual IRTE Skills Challenge, tracing faults, fixing problems and answering questions. Will Dalrymple was there