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Prevention work on potholes up by 15% in 20...
Vital surface dressing work on Britain’s local roads that is proven to prevent potholes forming increased by 15% this year, new data shared with the RAC reveals. Figures from the Road Emulsion Association (REA) show around
EV levy updated proposals: EV vans exempt, ...
Reports indicate that while pure electric vans may be exempt from a forthcoming EV levy, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are likely to be included — albeit at a discounted rate. Last week’s headlines brought the proposed levy
Farizon adds two Rygor Auto sites to its de...
Farizon UK has partnered with Rygor Auto to add new franchise sites in Reading and Oxford. The specialist automotive retail group will not only sell and maintain the Farizon SV, but will also offer access to
London Fire Brigade leads the way with new ...
London Fire Brigade has taken another step in its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint with the rollout of its first fully electric large goods vehicles (LGVs) at its Operational Support Centre (OSC), used to deliver
World premiere of the all-new Toyota Hilux
Toyota is set to redefine its legendary pickup with the ninth-generation Hilux, arriving in the UK in June 2026. Offered exclusively as a double cab, the new Hilux introduces a bold new chapter for the brand,
Two wins for the Kia PV5
The Kia PV5 has been named ‘Best Electric Van’ and the outright winner as ‘Van of the Year’ at the 2026 Parkers Van and Pickup Awards. This marks the PV5’s first wins at these prestigious awards,
Renault Master carries away the ‘Best...
The Renault Master is still top of the class in the large van segment after retaining its title as ‘Best Large Van’ for a second year running at the 2026 Parkers Van and Pickup Awards. With
Used car market enjoys record uptake
The UK’s used car market grew by 2.8% in the third quarter to reach more than two million (2,021,265) transactions, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
The ‘Dieselgate 2’ High Court c...
‘Dieselgate 2’ is the UK’s largest-ever class action. It was launched by 1.6 million members of the British public against numerous carmakers who fitted diesel vehicles with software (‘defeat devices’) that resulted in much higher real-world
U.S. trucking is changing, will UK and Euro...
The U.S. trucking industry is rapidly transforming and could impact logistics policies in Europe. While positive trends are shaping American trucking companies, other decisions have caused disruptions. Regardless, U.K. fleet managers should be aware of the
