Cornet with Full Forward Control
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A LEYLAND COMET 90 goods I-1 chassis with full-forward control and a five-speed gearbox will be introduced at the Scottish Motor Show in November. The present miadels have semi-forward control and roar-speed gearbOxes.
There is not likely to be any change in the engine size, or output, or Modification of the transmission apart from employing a five-speed 'gearbox, which is similar in pattern to that used in the Albion Clydesdale range. Full-forward control will improve the weight distribution between the axles when loaded and probably increase the body space.
COVENTRY STRIKERS RETURN
A FTER being threatened with dis
missal by the transport committee, Coventry's striking bus workers resumed normal working last Saturday—the first time in seven weeks. Talks on the new schedules between union representatives and officials of the department began on Monday. It was estimated by Mr. R. A. Fearnley, the transport manager, that the strikes had cost them £27,000.
LONDON TRANSPORT INQUIRY
AT the request of the committee of inquiry into London Transport, the Association of Municipal Corporations ilave asked 50 towns in the area for their views on the Executive's services. So far only half have answered, and the remainder have been given an extension. The committee require the evidence by the end of this month.