1791. How Tyre Pressure Affects Fuel Consumption
April 11, 2017
For owner drivers and haulage company bosses, there's no hotter topic than the cost of fuel and the rate of its consumption. Fuel (in whatever form it comes) is, quite literally, the lifeblood of the transport industry; the issue of how to get the most out of a vehicle or entire fleet's mileage is t...
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1792. The Importance of Choosing a Quality Truck Dealer
April 11, 2017
Whether you're an independent owner-driver or the operator of a large fleet, investing in a vehicle (or vehicles) is one of the largest financial outlays you'll undertake for a transport business. With that amount of money at stake it's most definitely caveat emptor (let the buyer beware), so there ...
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1793. How to Fuel Success in the Haulage Industry
April 11, 2017
No matter what fuel-saving programmes you put in place, from vehicle maintenance and good driving to employing a freight exchange scheme to reduce unpaid journeys, diesel is still one of the most pressing costs on haulage companies.
While your haulage business might not be ready yet to avoid...
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1794. Hauliers' Tips: Driving in the Republic of Ireland
April 11, 2017
For the long distance lorry driver, being able to adapt to the road rules, regulations and legislation of different countries is an essential part of working cross border haulage jobs. It might be tempting to think that a road is a road is a road, and that taking haulage work in a foreign country is...
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1795. Demystifying the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
April 11, 2017
It’s hard to turn on the news these days without hearing about rising pollution, and it seems as though diesel is always the villain of the piece due to the high level of emissions which come from diesel vehicles.
The government turning around from telling us diesel was the cleanest source o...
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1796. Could Truck Platooning Change the Transport Industry?
April 11, 2017
While it's currently only under development throughout Europe (not including the UK), experts say that the method of transportation/communication called 'truck platooning' has the potential to change the face of the transport industry in the future.
What Is It?
Put simply, truck pl...
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1797. The Canary Islands: Which One Suits You Best?
April 05, 2017
The Canary Islands are a popular holiday destination as they offer the sun, sea and sand that you expect somewhere like the Caribbean, but they are much closer to home. Each of the seven islands has its own personality and fantastic places to visit, so how do you decide between them? Read this handy...
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1798. Soak Up the Sun with An Active Easter Family Vacation
April 05, 2017
There is no better time to jet off for a sunshine filled holiday than at the end of winter. After months of harsh winds, rain, cold and darkness, we are all craving the warmth of the sun and spending quality time outside. The sun begins to show its face around the end of March when the schools break...
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1799. Our Top Properties for an Incredible Agriturismo Experience in Sicily
April 05, 2017
In my humble opinion, you cannot beat sampling fresh produce in a picturesque natural setting whilst on holiday. It is for this reason that we often recommend agriturismo in Sicily as a vacation, which will allow you to indulge in delicious home-grown food and wine at a scenic Italian farm surrounde...
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1800. Immerse Yourself in History in these Prestigious Hotels
April 05, 2017
The hotel that you stay in during your vacation is much more than somewhere to lay your head each night. This will be your home for the duration of your trip and, in some cases, it can be a key part of your experience. In our portfolio we have dozens of wonderful unique hotels that hold historical s...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
