The Driving Standards Agency (DSA)
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) was an agency, sponsored by the Department for Transport and it existed from April 1990 to March 2014.
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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.
Telematics
Telematics incorporates a range of technologies (including GPS trackers) which are used to monitor aspects of driving. That data is then transmitted to a fleet manager or an insurer to…
Digital Tachograph Driver Card
A Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU) records, speed and distance, together with the driver's activity selected from a choice of modes onto this card. Anyone employed as a drivers has…
Tri-Axle
Discover the benefits of tri-axle configurations in trailers. With three closely positioned axles, tri-axles enhance load distribution, stability, and performance, making them ideal for semi-trailers, logging trailers, and fuel tankers.…
Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
The DVSA is a Governmental organisation managed by The Department for Transport (DFT). It is promotes and enforces safe and responsible driving as well as providing training and testing services.
Driver & Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA)
The DVLA is an executive agency of the Department for Transport (DFT). The DVLA is based in Swansea, Wales, with an impressive 16-storey building in Clase and offices in Swansea…
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) automatically adjusts the speed of the truck to match the speed of the vehicle it is following and, as a result, a safe distance is maintained…
Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU)
A Digital Tachograph is specialised electronic equipment used for Road Transport monitoring. It is able to hold information on drivers of the vehicle and their periods of driving and duty…
Truck Manufacturers
This article provides an exhaustive list of truck manufacturers worldwide. It offers a brief synopsis of each company's country of origin, website address, and the brands and types of products…
Tachograph Installation Plaque
A ‘Tachograph Installation Plaque’ can be found on or near to the Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU). This provides proof that an inspection was passed as at the date indicated…