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326. Is Your Haulage Business Doing Well? Find Out With These Metrics May 19, 2017 When you look around you at work you can see that everyone from drivers to managers are working hard, but the question for on-going success is… are they working efficiently? Most haulage companies will have already made efficiency changes around fuel saving, the age of their fleet and route management. Some will have even gone a step further by joining a haulage exchange scheme to reduce unprofitable journeys and thereby increasing their efficiency. But how do you find out what effects these changes are having on your business, and could you do more? To answer that question you are g... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

327. Driverless Trucks Are Coming - And Sooner Than You Might Think! May 18, 2017 If you still think driverless trucks are closer to science fiction than science fact you might want to think again; a number of big names are testing vehicles now, some of which could be on the roads in the next few years! Technology companies like Microsoft and Apple are already working behind the scenes with names like Mercedes, while Waymo, Google and Alphabet have joined forces to work on a driverless vehicle project. Other players in the field include General Motors, which is working with Lyft on the technology, and Tesla, which is determined to be one of the first on the road. ... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

328. We've Got a New Permanent Secretary of the Dept. Of Transport! May 18, 2017 Prepare to be wowed, I come bearing exciting political news this month: there is a new Permanent Secretary at the Department of Transport! That’s right, on 18 April 2017, Bernadette Kelly took over the role from Philip Rutnam. If you are unsure of what a Permanent Secretary does, allow me to explain. About Bernadette Kelly First things first: who is Bernadette Kelly? Before becoming the transport industry’s adviser, Bernadette Kelly had been the Director General of Rail Group since September 2015 (in my book, that puts her in good standing to tackle the challenges of her new role). ... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

329. Smart Workplace Safety Tips: Working With Lorries May 18, 2017 Let’s talk about safety. While I won’t scare you with awful statistics about lorry-related accidents, I will stress the importance of safety in the workplace. When working in an environment with multiple lorries, you put yourself at risk and, unfortunately, accidents can happen. To keep you and your colleagues out of harm’s way, follow these simple guidelines. Distancing Workflow and Loading Docks from Pedestrians • Separate routes How do you minimise the risk of there being an accident? Ideally, you segregate all transport vehicles and pedestrian areas by having two separate r... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

330. Release of the New CART Security System May 18, 2017 The seriously underreported – yet devastatingly harmful – problem of cargo crime is about to meet its match now that haulage companies are being armed with the latest CART Security Guide. The Cargo and Transport Security Guide is the final result of an extensive collaboration between key industry leaders including DIPS (Distribution Industry Partnership Scotland), the RSA (Royal Sun Alliance) Insurance Group, Motorway Buddy and NaVCIS (National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service). By drawing opinions from these professional organisations, the group was able to tap into their vast collect... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

331. A Woman's Place is Behind the Wheel May 18, 2017 It is with delight that over the years I have been writing more and more about women in haulage. Shamefully, it was not that long ago that a female was a rare sight in the transport industry. Things are changing fast – women now play vital roles as managing directors, logistics coordinators and HGV drivers in companies up and down the country. Now in its 10th year, the Freight Transport Association’s annual Everywoman in Transport and Logistics Award is approaching and the nominations have come in fast and furiously! The event, held in June, is a gala evening focusing on recognising the ... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

332. New Speeding Fines in Place - Re-think the Need for Speed May 18, 2017 The vast majority of hardworking lorry and van drivers carry out their work within the letter of the law, but for those who may be tempted to exceed the speed limits on UK roads, recent changes to legislature mean the consequences are now far more severe. While for small infringements the changes are not too substantial, drivers caught exceeding the limit by more than 10mph are in for a very expensive lesson. UK Road Speed Limits Anyone who undertakes haulage jobs for a living (and in fact anyone who uses the road) should be familiar with the UK speed limits, although it's easy to un... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

333. FTA Urges Logistics Industry to Embrace Innovation May 18, 2017 In April 2017 the FTA (Freight Transport Association) released a statement urging their members to remain innovative and embrace changes in technology (for operational systems and compliance issues) if they want to stay on top of their game in a competitive industry. Speaking to some of the FTA's 16,000 members at the Commercial Vehicle Show, held in Birmingham, their Deputy Chief Executive, James Hookam, said that failing to do so could prove extremely costly to both independent operators and large fleet businesses. Increase Efficiency to Increase Profits As in any other indus... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

334. What Determines Your Car Insurance Rate? May 18, 2017 Driving a car is a big responsibility. No matter how old you are and how long you have been driving, there are certain aspects of driving that you must pay attention to. For one, it is a law that your vehicle must be insured in order for you to drive it. Without proper insurance, you could be looking at serious legal troubles. Luckily, obtaining auto insurance in Nashville, TN, is simple when you know where to turn. Determining which company to go to for your insurance needs will come down to your personal preferences. When selecting a new provider of car insurance, you might be curious a... (read more) Author: Kevin Smith

335. Brake replacement help and advice tips May 18, 2017 The cushions have roughly a similar measure of grinding material on both. Cause: Legitimate brake work. Arrangement: Substitution of the brake cushions and equipment, for example, projection and hostile to shake clasps is required, and in addition overhauling the caliper control sticks and slides. Issue: External Cushion Wear The external cushion keeps on riding on the rotor after the caliper discharges, bringing about the detachable cushion having notably less erosion material than the inboard cushion. Cause: Seizing guide pins, bushings and slides are typically ... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

336. German Vehicle Maintenance Servicing and Repairs May 18, 2017 BMW Amass Money related Administrations (BMW FS) is pleased to be in the vanguard of this approach with its Optimal Program (Coordinated Conveyance of an European Application Scene). Toward the beginning of November 2016, the business effectively propelled the primary market rollout of the program. The arranged harmonization of BMW FS's European center working frameworks under the Perfect program is intended to coordinate three key modules: Business Back (CF), (Merchant) Front-End and the Agreement Administration Framework (Retail Rent and Credit). The principal segment has been the Cont... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

337. 3 Common Reasons for an MOT Failure May 18, 2017 1. Headlamp point The top bomb thing for all vehicle sorts is 'headlamp point erroneously set'. On the off chance that your headlamp or headlamp knob has been supplanted since the last test then it might be worth checking whether one headlamp is altogether higher than the other, or the point isn't too high or low. You can do this by sparkling the headlamps on a carport entryway or another reasonable surface. While checking the headlamps, request that somebody sit in the auto to work whatever remains of the lights while you stroll around the auto checking the various lights. Bear in... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

338. 5 Remnants of the Good Ole Days May 18, 2017 Finding out about an automotive repair shop in Decatur brings to mind memories of the 40s, 50s and 60s. Even if you didn’t live during those years, you probably have some idea for what they were like. Here’s a refresher for everyone. Drive-up Dining The car revolution brought about new dining options. Those vinyl seats were firm and easy to clean, making them great eating benches. On a Friday afternoon, a hard-working dad could come home a little early and take the family out for dinner. You could get milkshakes, burgers and fries delivered to your vehicle with the help of an attract... (read more) Author: Kevin Smith

339. Get the Most Value for Your Automotive Trade May 18, 2017 If you are ready to buy a new car, you are in for a real treat. The excitement of finding and purchasing the perfect vehicle is hard to beat. Before you can browse Neosho, Missouri, cars and finalize your purchase, though, you probably first need to secure a good trade-in value for your current car. By following a few simple suggestions, you can likely get the highest value for your trade. Don’t Necessarily Take the First Offer If you are like most car buyers, you might fall in love with a new vehicle before you are ready to buy it. Then, the rest of the car buying transaction must f... (read more) Author: Kevin Smith

340. Towing Rules and Regs on the Road May 17, 2017 One thing that appears to startle individuals new to towing is being surpassed. The inclination that the tow vehicle and convoy are moving around apparently uncontrolled when an expansive vehicle surpasses. Comprehending what is really happening when this happens will offer assistance. In the event that you can recall to your science lessons I'm certain sooner or later somebody said a Dutch chap called Daniel Bernoulli who lived in Switzerland and had somewhat of a thing for maths and liquids, and I don't mean lager… in spite of the fact that he may have done, I simply don't have the fog... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

341. Becoming a Member of the FTA May 17, 2017 For anyone working in the freight industry making a living from transport contracts, freight forwarding or any other related job, membership of an industry body provides a wealth of benefits and a valuable network of business contacts. In the UK, the FTA (Freight Transport Association) is one of the longest established and largest industry associations, and their members operate over 200,000 of the country's lorries. What Is the FTA? The FTA's purpose is to "deliver safe, sustainable and efficient logistics", which they do in a number of ways through representation, training, compli... (read more) Author: Laura Jeeves

342. 2017 Global Aircraft Carbon Brake Disc Market Status, 2011-2022 Market Historical and Forecasts, Pr May 17, 2017 2017 Global Aircraft Carbon Brake Disc Market Status, 2011-2022 Market Historical and Forecasts, Professional Market Research Report is a deep market research report in this market. This report focused on global and regional market, major manufacturers, as well as the segment market details on different classifications and applications. First, this report analyzed the basic scope of this industry like definition, specification, classification, application, industry policy and news in Chapter 1. Second, the analysis on industry chain is provided including the up and down stream i... (read more) Author: Ankur Gupta

343. Busan Private Tour - Plan It with I Am Your Guide! May 12, 2017 Private tour! What is a private tour and why it is gaining so much demand across the globe? Well, before you opt for a private tour package, its often better to understand why such tour package are called as the private tour package and what sort of benefit a tourist can have while opting for it. A private tour is something that is crafted as per the demands, needs and budget of the traveler. These tour packages are the personalized ones and come with dedicated services. And when you are thinking to have the Busan private tour package, you can really reap great benefits. These days, South Kore... (read more) Author: Brian Wilson

344. Android Rear-seat Entertainment System May 10, 2017 10.1 inch Android Rear-seat Entertainment System Android OS 10.1 inch digital screen 24 bit true color digital screen / LED low power consumption backlight 10 points capacitive touch Master Chip: ARM Mali-400MP2/RK3128/Quad Core/A7/1.3GHZ High Speed memory: 1G DDR3 1666MHZ / FLASH 8G (Max. 16G) Built-in 8GB FLASH storage(Can support MAX. 16G) High definition panel:1024*600 Built-in IR/FM Transmitter With USB/Micro-SD (H) / 256MB-64GB class2/4/6/ With Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 Transmitter for Wireless Bluetooth Headset With earphone jack With 1 way video input, 1 way audio input & 1 w... (read more) Author: jasen lin

345. Folding Bicycle - Ride the Folding Bike to Remain Healthy and Fit! May 10, 2017 Folding bicycle or called as Folder has appeared as one of the best commuting tool for the humans. These days, the demand for such folding bike has gone very up. Now days no one really considers that such bikes are only made for the avid cyclists. And now these bikes have started to come up with different materials like aluminum and carbon fiber. Among all these designs the lightweight carbon folding bike has really managed to draw maximum attention since its announcement for the market. For the last twenty years or so, these bikes are there in the market. However, the demand to use such... (read more) Author: Brian Wilson

346. Lightweight Folding Bike - Carbon Folding Bike is an Ultimate Choice! May 09, 2017 Having a bicycle at home can make commuting easier for you. This is a kind of bike that also helps people to stay healthy and active. These days, doctors are also asking people to use bicycles in order to stay fit. When it’s all about covering a short distance on bike, going for the ones that run on petrol or other fuels can be very expensive. Instead of using such bikes you can use the Lightweight folding bike in order to save money and this can even help you to receive a good health. And when you are thinking about the lightweight folding bike, you should go for the carbon folding bike. ... (read more) Author: Brian Wilson

347. Easy checks to make for towing a trailer correctly May 08, 2017 Checks before you tow Complete the essential security checks appeared in this video to ensure that your vehicle and trailer are sheltered and legitimate. 100% The course of events slider underneath utilizations WAI ARIA. If it's not too much trouble utilize the documentation for your screen peruser to discover more. 00:00:00 Punishments You can be fined up to £2,500, be prohibited from driving, and get 3 punishment focuses for utilizing a vehicle in an unsafe condition. Tow ball and associations Watch that: the trailer is effectively couple... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

348. Can you drive a minibus legally? May 08, 2017 In this post I will cover regardless of whether you can drive a minibus on your ordinary class B auto driving permit. As ever, it's not generally straight forward, principles and enactment change throughout the years. It does likewise rely on upon why you have to drive a minibus in any case i.e is it for contract and compensate or only for private utilize. This regularly prompts disarray as various individuals offer diverse snippets of data and guidance. There circumstance may contrast from yours so its best to check with the DVLA in the event that you are uncertain. So we will begin wit... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

349. 5 Top Used Cars For Sale in 2017 May 06, 2017 Used cars for sale can be highly considered than thinking of buying a new car. Buying used cars gives you few benefits like price would be less, look would be classy, superb interiors, spacious, yet holds its brand name. On the basis of used market scenario, devaluation seems less problem and the strengths of the car in other parts take the lead. You can thus save lot of your money over the price of a new branded car. Listed here are the top five used cars which you can plan to buy this year, reflecting on its specifications and reasonable price. 1# Skoda Yeti: Skoda Yeti has a loyal appe... (read more) Author: sunil kumar

350. Old car and vehicle maintenance May 05, 2017 While a few people lean toward fresh out of the plastic new wheels like clockwork, others have an alternate attitude – why settle something when it's not broken? Infrequently you may feel nostalgic towards a specific vehicle and need to keep it running to the extent that this would be possible. Maybe you have an exemplary auto or vintage magnificence that despite everything you get a kick out of the chance to take for a turn! More seasoned autos can be awesome resources the length of they are looked after well. Obviously, you will encounter wear and tear with more established vehicles an... (read more) Author: Daniel Brooks

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