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10th January 1928
10th January 1928
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The Archaic Cab with its Unsheltered Driver.

T HE general impression is that, whilst an official department must necessarily wait upon public opinion, Scotland Yard is...

Page 40

Loose Leaves.

I T passes comprehension that Parliament, in face of the powerful opposition in both Houses to Clause 6 of the Road Transport...

Page 41

ONE HEARS

Of ample moves to keep the home tyres turning. That the low-level frame means high-level safety. That it's a wise river that...

Page 42

WHEELS OF INDUSTRY.

"The wheels of wealth will be slowed by all difficulties of transport at whatever points arising, as a carriage Is by the...

Page 47

MUNICIPAL PURCHASES AND PROPOSALS.

Coventry Corporation is to purchase 10 new motorbuses. West Thurrock Parish Council has obtained sanction for a loan of 11,000...

Page 48

THE EFFECTS OF TYRES ON ROADS.

The Conclusion of Our Article Dealing with the Claim of the Pneumatic-tyred Vehicle to Lower Taxation. TN the article which...

Page 50

THE DESIGNER'S EYE ON MAINTENANCE COSTS.

The Provision Made on Dennis Chassis in Order to Facilitate Maintenance and Secure Economy Therein. • W ITH a view to...

Page 52

VULCAN SERVICE FACILITIES IN THE SOUTH.

Details of the Construction and Equipment of a New London Depot. A PEW years ago it could be said with a considerable amount...

A Heater for Saloon Passenger Vehicles.

O NE of the main factors in promot4 .-ling the comfort of passengers in buses or saloon coaches during winter is the provision...

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SIX-WHEELERS IN SOUTH AFRICA.

Thornycroft Vehicles Doing Well in the Service of the Railway Authorities. A LL those who are intimately associated with the...

Page 54

A DUAL-PURP1 SEASIDE BUS.

Embodying an Entirely New W. and G. Cl Gearbox Providing a Low Range ( , this E.L.-type Bus has a Special Auxiliary irs for...

Page 57

PICKFORDS' EXPERIMENTAL SNOW-PLOUGH.

How a Path for Vehicles was Cleared Through the Deep Snowdrifts. MBE recent heavy sinilvfali un doubtedly created an enormous...

Page 58

PNEUMATIC TYRES ON BUSES.

The Experiences of the Birmingham and Midland Motor Omnibus Co., Ltd., in Running Pneumatic-tyred Vehicles for Nearly...

Page 60

ETHYL-PETROL-THE NEW KNOCKLESS FUEL.

A Newcomer to the Fuel Market which is Claimed to be Free from Objection and to Give the Advantage of Freedom from Engine...

Page 61

PREVENTING TROUBLE WITH BIG-ENDS.

he Teachings of Experience in Connection with the Design and Maintenance of the Most Vulnerable Part of the Modern Engine. P...

Page 63

THE FREE WHEEL IN THE TRANSMISSION LINE.

The Vulcan Free Gear Now Developed for Employment on Commercial Motor Vehicles. A Brief Description of the Device. Fr HE free...

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A PUBLICITY BODY WITH GLASS SIDES.

A Distinctive Advertising Vehicle Which Should Attract Much Attention From Passers-by. it TANI' are the ways in which the...

Page 65

PROBLEMS OF THE HAULIER AND CARRIER.

How Best to Carry 100 Tons 100 Miles. rpHE sub-title of this article needs to be elaborated _L a little. What we are about to...

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OPINIONS FROM OTHERS.

The Editor in correspondence on all subjects connected with the use of commercial motors. Letters should be on one side of the...

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The Progress of Coventons, Ltd.

W B were present recently at the annual dinner of that enterprising transport concern, Coventons, Ltd., 112a, Junction Road,...

DECISION TO PROCEED WITH THE GLENCOE ROAD.

I T is now definitely settled that the much-discussed new road proposed to be constructed through the famous passes of...

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HINTS ON MAINTENANCE.

Lapping the Crankpins of Steam Engines. Big-end Nuts for Y and B-type Daimlers. Preventing Overheating on the Peerless....

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A USEFUL MISCELLANY.

Interesting Contributions From Our Driver and Mechanic Readers. A 'root for Trimming Valve Seats. A NEW form of tool for...

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A NEW KIRKSTALL AXLE FOR SIX-WHEELERS.

A Resume of Recently Published Patent Specifications. T HE specification, No. 281,508, of the Kirkstall Forge, Ltd., and...