Driverless Road Trains

How long before driverless Road Trains relieve global road congestion? Technical Editor Howard Shanks asks several leading truck manufacturers what the future for road transport holds? Certainly, the truck will still be with us in 2050. To some degree, externally, it will still resemble today’s truck, albeit somewhat more futuristic. But under the surface, in the futuristic…

Simon National Carriers puts safety first, with four new Mercedes-Benz Actros models

Simon National Carriers continues its safety drive by welcoming four new Mercedes-Benz Actros prime movers to its fleet. The Euro 6 Actros features latest generation active safety technology that can automatically perform emergency braking for vehicles and people. Just like all Simon National Carriers trucks, the 2653 Mercedes-Benz units have been limited to 90km/h to…

Big Power for new Fuso Shogun

New Fuso Shogun, powered by Daimler OM471 engine, the same engine that powers the efficient Mercedes Actros 2646 and 2651 models. Key Features 510 Horsepower 12-Speed Auto transmission Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), Driver Airbag Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Hill Start System (HSS) Latest generation of Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) Limited Slip Differentials (LSD)…