Hill Hold Assist (HHA)
Master HGV Hill Hold Assist systems with our comprehensive guide. Learn how they work, common faults, and pros and cons for safer, smoother hill starts. Whether you're a driver or fleet manager, unlock essential insights to enhance efficiency on the…
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 between the two vehicles. This enables cruise control to be…
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Employers have duties concerning the provision and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at work. The type of PPE needed depends on what your duties are. It can include items such as helmets, gloves, eye protection, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear…
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 and equipment. Data centres, transport companies and the public sector…
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 or PIN system.
White Diesel
White diesel is the trade name of a fuel oil for diesel engines, mostly used in public transport and automobiles.
Smart Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU)
A new EU Regulation has been in force since March 2016 which introduces “smart tachographs”. These new tachograph incorporate a number of differences that utilise advances in technology and implement systems that were not installed in first generation models.
Prohibition Notice (PG9)
Explore the essential role of the PG9 (Prohibition Notice) for truck drivers, from roadside inspections to legal ramifications. Understand how violations impact drivers, fleet operators, and road safety, and discover proactive measures for compliance and risk mitigation.
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 the system fitted. Check our extensive article covering this amazing…
Trunking
Trunking is the practice of making deliveries using a regular route. It is referred to as trunking as the majority of the driving time is spent using trunk roads.