Reaching the parts
In challenging economic times, it's no surprise to find operators tempted by the promise of significant savings by going down the non-OE parts route. Brian Tinham reports
Part transplant
With claims and counter-claims about a perceived disparity between OE and aftermarket parts, what should fleet managers be choosing to keep costs down while also minimising downtime and maximising fleet residuals? John Challen investigates
Rollover revolution
While the industry and legislators alike work to reduce truck rollovers, this type of accident remains doggedly resistant. Keith Read finds out why
Safer passage
Europe's General Safety Regulation will significantly change vehicle safety specifications. Brian Weatherley examines the impact on truck makers and buyers, and asks whether more should be done to encourage early adoption
In safe hands
Passive and active truck and trailer safety systems are increasingly available, with more about to be mandated. Toby Clark reviews the state of the technologies and likely progress
Inside braking systems
Braking systems have undergone considerable development in recent years, but what does it mean for technicians? In the first of a new series of features for CV technicians, Brian Tinham talks to Peter Jones, technical training manager at MAN
Iveco Le Dakar
The advanced edges of truck racing may look like a vanity pit for sponsors' cash, but the engineering could soon turn up on a tractor near you, says Ian Norwell
Stop on a sixpence
Advanced driver assistance systems – based on active, not just passive, safety – are already here and shortly to be mandated. Brian Tinham reports from Heyford Park on current and upcoming systems
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
Mean machines
With the British truck racing championships well underway, Brian Tinham talks to leading talent Stuart Oliver about the engineering behind the action