International Journal of Heavy Vehicle Systems

IJHVS provides an authoritative source of information and an international forum in the field of on/off road heavy vehicle systems, including buses. It is a highly professional and refereed journal which forms part of the proceedings of the International Association for Vehicle Design. IAVD is an independent, non-profit, learned society which provides a forum for professionals in both industry and academic institutions to meet, exchange ideas and disseminate knowledge in the field of automotive engineering, technology, and management. Topics covered include Commercial trucks Vehicle combinations Conventional buses Hybrid buses Heavy military vehicles Integrated heavy vehicle systems Agricultural equipment Construction equipment Components Railway running gear components, including wheel, bearing, and brake testing and simulation Rail durability testing and simulation Rail vehicles longitudinal and lateral stability and control at high- and low-speeds Rail vehicles suspension and ride dynamics Heavy vehicles safety and human factors Light trucks, pickups, large SUVs and crossover vehicles