Part transplant
With claims and counter-claims about a perceived disparity between OE and aftermarket parts, what should fleet managers be choosing to keep costs down while also minimising downtime and maximising fleet residuals? John Challen investigates
Do lifting-deck trailers require double the maintenance?
The maintenance requirements of lifting deck trailers go far beyond the checks and servicing needs of standard vans or curtainsiders. Options are available for both outsourced and in-house maintenance, reports Will Dalrymple
Body beautiful
Repairing damaged truck, buses and vans is becoming an increasingly expensive business. Steve Banner looks at the issues behind the scenes
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