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artful dodger
class 1 driver alan smallwood has taken another sharp turn in his career and fulfilled his ambition to become an airbrush artist. he explains to t&d the creative process.
7 min |
february 2017
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Fighting Back
The publication of a report highlighting major failings at the DVLA has been the catalyst for two drivers to band together and have their revocations overthrown.
4 min |
January 2017
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The I&T Crowd
Based in north-east Scotland, one-truck, two-person operation I&T Transport has been a loyal Daf customer – and its latest wagon, a tag-axle XF510 Super Space Cab, is certainly a head-turner.
5 min |
January 2017
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Giving Drivers a Voice
New industry lobby group United Drivers pledges to get in the face of government and other decision-makers and represent only the needs of professional drivers
4 min |
June 2017
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Bang for His Bucks
Eric Tranter started out hauling ordnance for the Ministry of Defence; 43 years and three million miles later, he is still at the wheel – of a Volvo FM400 8x4 for Besblock
4 min |
June 2017
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Static Charges
Moving large but light static caravans is a challenge, but use the right kit and it becomes that much easier
6 min |
June 2017
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From the Sharp End
Is it true that bosses can’t get bums on the seats of their cabs? If so, why? The best answers will come from the horse’s mouth, so we ask drivers for their view
9 min |
June 2017
Truck & Driver
Join Our Convoy!
Convoy in the Park is taking place on 22-23 July at Donington Park and over the next four pages we will preview what you can expect at the festival we’re billing as the ultimate celebration of trucks and drivers!
8 min |
Summer 2017
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Moving Memorial
‘Ghost Rider’, now owned by Charlie Doyle, is a fitting tribute by Tor Trucks boss Shane Brereton to the late, great Martin Phippard, a true truck-loving legend
6 min |
Summer 2017
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Up The Junction
Junction 29 in Chesterfield has won awards in recent years and its management is constantly working to ensure that its standards are maintained and improved
2 min |
Summer 2017
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The 50-Mile Challenge
It’s tough for some… an annual event since 1962, the HCVS London to Brighton Run brings out (180 this year) the best of the country’s classic commercial vehicles
3 min |
Summer 2017
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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 min |
April 2018
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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 min |
April 2018
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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 |
April 2018
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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 min |
April 2018
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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 min |
April 2018
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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 min |
April 2018
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Rigid Opinions
This month it’s a battle between F G Bond & Son’s 6x2 rear-steer rigids: Daf CF440 takes on a Scania R450. Our opinion is followed by the views of their drivers
3 min |
June 2017
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Listening in Launceston
If you want to help improve your profits, argues North Cornwall Transport, where an innovative training scheme has been set up, drivers have to be properly listened to
6 min |
June 2017
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Screen Dump
Good visibility is essential for safe truck driving – so why, asks Mick Rennison, do so many drivers still clutter their windscreens with flags, toys and suchlike?
3 min |
June 2017
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Right On Renault
Shotts-based haulier Stuart Nicol Transport ran one of the last Renault Magnums sold in the UK – and has now replaced it with one of the country’s first right-hand-drive Range T Highs.
9 min |
Summer 2018
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In The Mix
Trucks have evolved a great deal in 50 years but just how much? We tried out a 1968 Daf and its 2018 counterpart, both pulling concrete.
4 min |
Summer 2018
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Drink And Drive
If there’s nowhere to stop for a toilet break, do you cut back on your fluid intake when you’re out on the road? If so you might, unwittingly, be as dangerous as a drunk driver
4 min |
March 2018
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Fleeting Fame
It’s easy to criticise reality TV shows, more so when their subject is our own industry. But what is it like to actually appear on such telly programmes? T&D finds some of the wagon driving stars to find out
9 min |
March 2018
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Fire In The Heart
Anthony Binns’ spectacular Daf XF105 ‘The Fire Fighter’ has been turning heads for some time now, but it’s his company as well as his truck that is capturing attention
7 min |
March 2018
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Fitness Farce
Lucy has to cope not only with the condition of MS but with the annual charade of having to renew her HGV licence with the DVLA’s Drivers Medical Group
3 min |
December 2017
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The Jet Set
Keeping our sewers clear is a job for a specialist – and Duncan McClymont, along with his Mercedes Arocs 3245, is just that
7 min |
December 2017
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A Ride To Remember
Thanks to the Ride to the Somme charity cycle ride and Renault Trucks, we combine our popular Long-Distance Diary with a trip around historic World War 1 battlefields
6 min |
December 2017
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Dog Star
Although Brockway is one of the less well known American manufacturers, the company was successful and had a long history stretching back over 100 years
5 min |
December 2017
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Drivers Lives Are In Danger Claims Unite
Long hours and lack of facilities putting lives at risk
2 min |