Preventing workshop pit falls
With no basic requirements set out in law on how a vehicle maintenance and repair workshop should specify an inspection pit, Kevin Swallow looks at cost-effective options, as well as health and safety best practice
Raising the standard
As trucks get more sophisticated and operators spend more time worrying about compliance, workshop equipment is getting smarter and slicker. Steve Banner reports
Raising your game
Workshop equipment – including pits, lifting equipment, and the fixtures and tools required to make lanes and technicians more efficient – continue to improve. Toby Clark reports
Hella launches independent trailer lighting system
Lighting and electronics business Hella has launched a battery-powered lighting system for trailers, to ensure the equipment can be seen by other road users when decoupled and parked up at night.
IAA review: roundup
Mol, the Belgian independent truck manufacturer, has delivered its HF5066 extra heavy haulage truck (pictured) to Hong Kong.
Light direction
Upcoming European regulations for lighting are forcing commercial vehicle manufacturers to look for better illumination solutions. John Challen finds out more about the latest products
Shining a light on MOT first-time pass rates
Peter Shakespeare turns his spotlight on to overcoming the biggest cause of MOT failure among most types of commercial vehicles – lamps and their adjustment
Spot the difference?
Independent aftermarket parts suppliers may say you pay a premium for brand names, but the OEMs argue it's all about quality, availability and warranty. Steve Banner offers advice from the industry
CV Show 2013
With a near-full complement of vehicle manufacturers and a range of technologies to help operators and fleet managers, the Commercial Vehicle Show 2013 is a must-attend event. John Challen picks out some highlights