Open architecture
Will Dalrymple speaks with incoming DAF UK managing director Robin Easton
Ringing the changes
One month into 2016, it’s time to reflect on CV trends, the lessons of history – and trucks likely to deliver our requirements in the future. Brian Tinham reports from Iveco’s ‘State of the Nation’
Hedge your bets
Last month’s interest rate hike, plus rising truck prices and the accumulation of Euro VI used trucks, are likely to reduce the attractiveness of truck finance. This may be a shock for an industry accustomed to low-cost deals, reports Kevin Swallow
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
Change is one of the few certainties left
We’re just a few short weeks into 2016, yet the CV Show (26–28 April, NEC) marketing machine appears to be in top gear, with visitor registration already live on the website. Early, maybe. But, with the pace of change – technical, legislative and market driven – this premier event can’t come a moment too soon.
The tiger’s tail
MOT first time pass rates for vans in the 3.0—3.5 gvw range are getting worse, not better. Steve Banner examines the issues and potential consequences of further failures
To buy, or not to buy
Financial constraints continue to worry transport operators, so sometimes the best approach to commercial vehicle fleet revitalisation may not be buying new. John Challen looks at finance and leasing opportunities
Training trouble
As the government looks to improve apprenticeships by forcing funding to follow the employer, truck OEMs fear their technician courses may be threatened. Brian Tinham reports.
Your shout!
In an era that demands maximum uptime and efficiency, and minimised spending levels, what is the true cost of conformance?
Crouching dragons
Can Chinese PSV manufacturers hit the big numbers in the UK? Brian Weatherley examines progress and considers the prospects for Scania’s latest Touring coach, built-in-China by Higer