Dog Clip

After making sure the fifth wheel jaws have correctly engaged, the release mechanism is in the locked position and that the kingpin is located correctly in the jaws -  connect the Dog Clip to the kingpin release handle to secure it in position.

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Fuel Station (Fuel Island)

Not as attractive as a Petrol (Gas) Station, a fuel island is specifically laid out for trucks and trailers. It provides DERV, Red AdBlue services and fuel is normally delivered by means of a card…

Longer Heavier Vehicle (LHV)

Longer Heavier Vehicles (aka Super Lorries), is a classification of large goods vehicles . LHVs are not presently allowed to operate on UK roads, as they are longer and/or heavier than the law permits.

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Cameras

This article will delve into the various types of cameras used on trucks and semi-trailers, including side, rear, and front-view, their benefits and the considerations around internal cameras.

Refrigerated “Reefer”

Refrigerated vehicles having an insulated box body with rear doors. They incorporate a refrigeration unit for the transport of foodstuffs in a temperature controlled environment. They come in Trailers or…

Skip Loader

A Skip loader Skip wagon or Skip lorry is used to lift and transport waste containers called 'skips'. These are generally used for bulk and/or heavy waste from building sites.

Cab

The working space of a truck driver begins with his cab - it's his office after all! Available in many configurations, a pre-ordered "customized" cab is normally mounted on a…

Side Lifter

A Side Lifter is a type of specialized trailer that is used to hoist and convey containers over long distances. Also known as 'Container Side Loaders', this trailer is basically…

Red Diesel

Red diesel is used in many industries. Many people seem to think it’s just for farmers in tractors, but it’s used in construction, mining and many other industries in machinery…

Air Brakes

A specially designed high pressure air system that safely arrests the speed, stop and allow the parking of large, heavy goods vehicles. With in-built redundancy.

Wheel Nut Safety Indicator Marker

Discover the importance of truck wheel nut indicators for UK road safety. Learn how these visual cues detect loosening nuts, bolstering accident prevention. Though not mandated, their endorsement by industry…

MAVIS Rail

When an articulated vehicle turns, airlines and electrical coils running from the Tractor to the trailer can be stretched or squeezed as the vehicle takes a corner.