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High-security, high-service, high-compliance shipping shouldn’t be high-maintenance
You have a difficult task compared to your industry peers if you deal with high-security, high-service and/or high-compliance shipments. From high tech to chemicals, paint,…
How to navigate the course when working with umbrella firms
The Off-payroll legislation was rolled out into the private sector in 2021 and has turned contracting on its head. For the HGV industry, it has…
The UK needs hydrogen to achieve its net zero goals
The UK Hydrogen Strategy estimates that to meet Net Zero aims by 2050, hydrogen will make up 20-35% of the UK’s final energy demand (250-460…
Staying ahead of HMRC’s IR35 compliance checks
When HMRC introduced changes to the ‘off-payroll working rules’, commonly known as IR35, in April 2021, the transport sector was particularly hit by the changes.…
Why Sustainability Managers might become crucial for fleets
Fleets are increasing their efficiency, but over the last few years, there has been an increased need to limit their impact on the environment with…
More UK government support needed to accelerate electric truck adoption
The March 2023 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report said that the world can still avoid the worst of climate collapse with genuine change,…
Where are we now with the HGV driver shortage?
In January 2022, the HGV industry was around 100,000 drivers short of capacity. Now that number stands at closer to 60,000 according to Logistics UK.…
Leveraging AI to reduce risk and increase fleet management efficiency
The motor fleet insurance industry faces many challenges in today’s dynamic environment. From drawn-out claims processes to supply chain issues, there are many opportunities to…
Automotive security and software-defined vehicles
We have heard of the connected car – they’ve been around for some time. However, there is a new paradigm emerging in which the many…
How to adopt the right charging infrastructure for your business
Over recent years, making a conscious effort to reduce corporate carbon emissions and become more sustainable has switched from being a consideration, to something that…
How to optimise fleet operations with connected technologies
Fleet downtime can have a huge impact on transport operators, causing delays which can result in dissatisfied passengers. Optimisation of fleet operations can help businesses…
How the transition to electric vehicles works for employees
Electric vehicles (EVs) run differently to those powered by petrol and diesel – that’s clear. They have no need for gears, so put the pedal…
The EV revolution – what’s missing and what can be done today
In January this year, the number of electric vehicle (EV) charging points in the UK was up seven per cent compared to October 2022, with…
How fleet video telematics technology delivers enhanced fleet safety
Operating a fleet is only going to get more expensive in the next few years, but video telematics technology helps business fleet owners to run…
Why the UK needs to ‘go Dutch’ on electric car charging
When it comes to the mass adoption of electric vehicles in the UK, there are a range of barriers cited, from naysayers and believers alike.…
Why data is the driver in fleet electrification
The cost of using public rapid and ultra-rapid chargers has risen by 50% since May, according to new data from RAC Charge Watch. The motoring…