RHIDES
Any haulier entering port terminals must have a valid RHIDES card. RHIDES, stands for Road Haulier IDEntity System and is used at The Port of Felixstowe and London Thamesport.
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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.
Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers (AETR)
AETR stands for 'Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers' Essentially, its the European agreement concerning the work of crews of vehicles engaged in international road transport. AETR rules are now the…
Switches & Warnings
Discover what every button, light and switch actually does before you enter your truck. Referenced from real manuals what you see here is what you'll actually use.
Hook Loader
Hydraulic hoists are mounted on heavy duty chassis' allowing hauliers to exchange flatbeds, dumper bodies and related containers. They are primarily used in conjunction with tilt frame bodies, and specialised…
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.
Tail Lift
Tail Lifts come in all shapes, sizes and weight capabilities. Powered electrically and hydraulically they are one of the key pieces of engineering that companies reply on to safely move…
Claw Hook
Capable of restraining up to 5000kg, claw hooks are utilised in many load restraining applications.
Load Restraint Track
Load restraint tracks (rails) are widely used in the haulage industry. They are offered in varying sizes and profiles and manufactured in zinc plate or stainless steel.
Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS)
A semi-automated braking system designed to help prevent collisions or to limit their consequences. As of legislation made in 2015 all road trucks (over 8 tonnes) sold in the UK must have…
Hub Odometer
In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of hub odometers, their applications, types, top European manufacturers, common faults, maintenance, and costs.