Plenty of front
Trailer manufacturers continue to adopt aerodynamic revisions to reduce drag and fuel costs, but what about the cab? Dave Young looks at impending advances in tractor units
Power recycling
BAE Systems launched its parallel hybrid truck with Denis Eagle at the RWM exhibition. Brian Tinham talked to the developers
Pragmatic power
With its new Euro 6 D38 diesel, MAN wants to provide TGX operators with a big engine that offers fuel-efficiency as well as power. Brian Weatherley reports from test drives in Granada, Spain
Raising the bar
While DAF might have taken more time than most to bring its full Euro 6 engine line-up to market, the firm has not been idle. Ian Norwell reports from its Eindhoven engines seminar
Reaching the parts
Lubricant specifications are about to witness some fundamental changes, reflecting the market's drive for fuel efficiency. Brian Tinham reports
Not so niche
The Niche Vehicle Network's annual symposium revealed some projects that have the potential to impact future mainstream commercial vehicles. Brian Tinham reports
Refreshed engineering
‘Euro 7’ is likely to focus on CO2, but also further driving down NOx and particulates. Brian Tinham listened to Ricardo luminaire Andy Noble on how to make powertrains cleaner and more efficient
Riding the range
While range extenders have yet to gain traction in the UK, US-based Mack Trucks has teamed up with Wrightspeed to evaluate its hybrid electric powertrain on a refuse chassis. Brian Weatherley reports
Safety in numbers
It's not only truck launches that command attention. Production improvements that bring better functions and safety are worth keeping up with, too. Ian Norwell reports from a quarry near Barcelona
Injecting ideas
With 15 speakers and 150 delegates from all-over the world, Delphi’s CV Powertrain Conference turned the spotlight on upcoming emissions legislation and associated engine technologies. Brian Weatherley reports