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DVSA steps up roadside trailer checks

|Date: September 10, 2019

DVSA steps up roadside trailer checks

As the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) increases the number of inspections on light trailers i ...

As the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) increases the number of inspections on light trailers it carries out, drivers are being reminded to check their trailers are safe before each journey. ...

September 10, 2019
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DVSA introduces Connected MOT Equipment requirements

|Date: September 04, 2019

DVSA introduces Connected MOT Equipment requirements

The DVSA has officially confirmed the introduction of Connected MOT Equipment requirements. The announce ...

The DVSA has officially confirmed the introduction of Connected MOT Equipment requirements. The announcement was made via an updated ‘DVSA Acceptable Equipment’ list for Roller Brake Testers publishe ...

September 04, 2019
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How To Use IT As Part Of An Effective Vehicle Maintenance System

|Date: May 10, 2018

How To Use IT As Part Of An Effective Vehicle Maintenance System

Your maintenance system needs to include a full maintenance schedule to meet operator licensing rules. Th ...

Your maintenance system needs to include a full maintenance schedule to meet operator licensing rules. This should cover everything from day-to-day checks through to planned checks, as DVSA explains i ...

May 10, 2018
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Exhaust & DPF Cleaning Challenges

|Date: April 25, 2018

Exhaust & DPF Cleaning Challenges

Hartridge discusses some of the health and safety considerations when undertaking a DPF clean. An exhaust ...

Hartridge discusses some of the health and safety considerations when undertaking a DPF clean. An exhaust system of a heavy duty vehicle requires specialist management and particular consideration for ...

April 25, 2018
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Is Your Brake Testing up to Standard?

|Date: March 21, 2018

Is Your Brake Testing up to Standard?

Regular brake testing is standard practice for most and shows commitment to running a compliant fleet. DV ...

Regular brake testing is standard practice for most and shows commitment to running a compliant fleet. DVSA Enforcement Policy Manager Dave Wood explains what you can do to make sure your vehicle's br ...

March 21, 2018
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FORS Freezes Fees For Third Year

|Date: March 12, 2018

FORS Freezes Fees For Third Year

FORS has confirmed there will be no increase, again, to its membership subscription or audit fees in 2018 ...

FORS has confirmed there will be no increase, again, to its membership subscription or audit fees in 2018 – the third year in succession that FORS members will enjoy a price freeze from the best pract ...

March 12, 2018
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Tech Tips – Best Practice for SB7000 Brake Pad Replacement

|Date: March 30, 2017

Tech Tips – Best Practice for SB7000 Brake Pad Replacement

Brakes manufacturer, DON, has put together a handy step-by-step guide to ensure best practice when to rem ...

Brakes manufacturer, DON, has put together a handy step-by-step guide to ensure best practice when to removing and replacing SB7000 brake pads. ...

March 30, 2017
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