Pollution solutions
The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) aims to help businesses reduce carbon footprint. Deputy director Jonathan Murray talks to John Challen about which technologies will play the biggest parts
Proving fuel savings
Despite many operators talking positively about fuel saving devices, others are not convinced. Neil Fulton, manager of powertrain engineering at Millbrook Proving Ground tells John Challen why he is sceptical
Next generation
As OEMs and operators come to terms with Euro 6c and the certainty of Euro 6d just around the corner, Brian Tinham examines the likely impacts of Euro 7 in the early 2020s
Next generation engines
Just when you thought it might be safe to forget heavy-duty engine emissions regulations, Brussels starts getting serious about ‘Euro 7’ – and not just for CO2 reduction. Brian Tinham reports
Next-gen gas trucks to tackle climate change?
Despite the setbacks with gas trucks – and particularly dual-fuel methane-diesel – revealed in last month’s report on the Low Carbon Truck Trial (page 34), this game must surely be far from over. Not only are next-generation OEM advances countering irksome efficiency losses and power limitations, but also aftermarket converters are hinting at solutions to crippling methane slip.
On top of your game at the IRTE Conference
We live in perplexing times. Not just hybrid, but full-electric heavy trucks are finally moving from concept to reality. Platoons and autonomous vehicles are not far behind. Alternative fuels are in the ascendant. The list goes on.
Saving the planet
It’s not just about environmental preservation, but good old-fashioned efficiency and cost saving. Brian Tinham reports on Prof David Cebon’s sustainable freight findings
In a fog about Euro 6? You're not alone
Confused about the emissions benefits of your van’s Euro 6 engine? It’s hardly surprising, given the complexity of the situation and a failure by the government to clear up the uncertainty. Chris Tindall investigates
In or out, fleet operators need help and stability
As we go to press, the UK’s population is poised to cast its vote in what’s widely seen as the most momentous referendum for generations. When you read this, of course, we’ll all be enduring the post-mortem and finger pointing. But, whether in or out of Europe, the future for transport looks as tough as ever.
In praise of diesel
Last month I attended Volvo’s interesting Smart Cities event, which looked at future urban infrastructure and transport requirements. At the end of the first session, panellists were asked what they would like to see, if a single wish could be granted. Terri Wills of the World Green Building Council said she wished that fossil fuel-powered engines could be considered in future like the cigarette is today.