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
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
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
Injecting intelligence
As truck and engine OEMs look to a future regulated by Euro 7, their supply chains are thinking about innovative fuel injection and combustions strategies, and how to deliver them. Brian Tinham reports
Tech talk - Focus on paraffinic fuels
GTL, BTL and HVO share similar material properties, and a reputation as benign alternatives to diesel. Peter Shakespeare examine how they are made, and why they are a realistic alternative to diesel
Mean machines
With the British truck racing championships well underway, Brian Tinham talks to leading talent Stuart Oliver about the engineering behind the action
Money-saving engines
LPG may seem like old hat, but dual-fuel offerings are being given the high-tech treatment, and pioneering operators like what they're seeing. Brian Tinham reports
Multi-fuel dream
The debate over dual-fuel diesel and LPG or CNG/LNG rumbles on, with a few high-profile operators and fewer truck manufacturers coming on board. Brian Tinham examines recent developments that may yet see engine conversions reaching the mainstream
Let the Show begin
After months of planning, the doors of the NEC will soon be open to the commercial vehicle operator community. Here is just a selection of products that visitors can expect to see on 3, 14 and 15 April at the CV Operator Show 2010
Liquid gold
Synthetic fluids, manufactured by chemically reformulating a range of feedstocks, are now offering significant advances over diesel fuels. Brian Tinham explains