BRITISH TRADE ACTIVITY
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Typified by Recent Deliveries
HE most recent registration returns 4( :issued by the Ministry of Transport afford convincing proof of the virility of the commercial-motor industry, the figures (for June) indicating an increase of nearly 1,200 goods motors, as contrasted with the comparable month of 1933. Despite repressive legislation, which temporarily slowed down production efforts until its effects were appreciated in their true perspective, the works of British manufacturers are once again enjoying a period of marked activity, as is clearly suggested by these illustrations of vehicles of different types and sizes that have recently been delivered to operators in au parts of the country.
(4) Engaged upon work for which it Is particularly suitable, this ArmstrongSaurer Dauntless six-wheeler Is owned by a quarry company of Cheddar, Somerset. It was converted at the maker's works from a four-wheeler by the addition of a trailing axle, and the conversion legally permits an extra pay-load of from 5-6 tons. The body is tipped by three.way two-ram hydraulic gear, and the high angle of elevation ensures that loose loads are quickly and completely discharged from the body.