Truck & Driver Magazine - April 2018
Truck & Driver Magazine - April 2018
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In this issue
Good news! Driver pay is on the up; Convoy in the Park 2018 update; Motward’s FH16.750 is now a tribute to its late boss; A history of Heanor Haulage; Stralis NP: Is gas a viable option?; How a reader coped with pregnancy; Five-day test: Is a tall cab and 380hp OTT for short-distance rigid operation?; Essential parking advice; Ivan idea: Plant operator opts for R580 transport; Chinese plan to rival Rotterdam at Port of Piraeus; Farewell to Our Man in Oz
New Drivers' Hours Powers For The DVSA
On-the-spot fines for historic drivers’ hours offences
1 min
Over 3400 Bridges Not Fit For HGVs
Nearly 3500 council-maintained road bridges in Britain are sub-standard and not fit to carry the heaviest vehicles – trucks up to 44 tonnes – yet many will not be repaired, according to figures.
2 mins
Finding The Attraction
The number of female truckers in the UK remains stuck at about 1% – and if this is to change significantly, the issues affecting all truck drivers need to be addressed
5 mins
A Good Gaffer
… is what you need to enjoy your job, says Lucy Radley – a boss who recognises that you will go that extra mile
3 mins
Pulling Power
Welcome to our section devoted exclusively to your contributions. This is the place if you have any pictures you want to share. Anything from weddings to funerals, children to dogs, truck shows to road runs, amusing or serious, we would love to see them. If it’s your favourite shunter or your child’s drawing, send them in. The only rule is that they should be truck related. Please email your contributions to dan.parton@roadtransport.com or post them to Your Place, Truck & Driver, DVV Media International, Sixth Floor, Chancery House, St Nicholas Way, Sutton SM1 1JB
1 min
The Wrong Trousers
At 40-plus, Matt’s about to become a grown-up and wear long ‘pants’ – he is off to work for Volvo Trucks Australia
3 mins
Special Swede
Motward’s 40th anniversary truck was always to be a tribute to the Tolhurst family who founded and ran the company, but tragic circumstances have conspired to make the FH even more special.
8 mins
Ivan Idea
When an earthworks and drainage contractor from County Antrim watched his costs soar for hiring in transport to move his plant machinery around sites, he decided to do something about it
5 mins
Gas Trick
Iveco has been bullish about the qualities of its new Stralis NP460. Is the company’s confidence warranted? And is gas really a viable alternative to diesel power?
5 mins
Bump-Y Ride
Our driver’s tale this month is about a situation likely to become less unusual as more women become truck drivers, but hopefully that will also mean it will be better dealt with by the companies concerned
8 mins
Truck & Driver Magazine Description:
Publisher: Road Transport Media
Category: Automotive
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
Truck & Driver Magazine is a monthly magazine for truck drivers published by Kelsey Media. It was first published in 1986 and is currently one of the most popular truck driver magazines in the UK.
The magazine covers all aspects of truck driving, from technical advice to industry news. It also features interviews with truck drivers, reviews of new trucks and equipment, and travel features.
Truck & Driver Magazine is a popular read for many truck drivers, and is known for its informative content and practical advice. It has helped many truck drivers improve their skills and knowledge.
Here are some of the things you can expect from Truck & Driver Magazine:
* Technical advice
* Industry news
* Interviews with truck drivers
* Reviews of new trucks and equipment
* Travel features
* Safety tips
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