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Dawsongroup agrees acquisition of Dan Ryan Truck Rental

Dawsongroup to acquire Dan Ryan Truck Renta...

Jul 24, 2026No Comments

Dawsongroup has announced a binding agreement to acquire Dan Ryan Truck Rental, Ireland’s longest-established commercial truck and van rental, leasing and contract hire business, in

Scottish Government adds £1m to help HGV SMEs plan zero-emission future

Scottish Government adds £1m to help HGV S...

Jul 24, 2026No Comments

The Scottish Government has announced a further £1 million investment in its SME Fleet Analysis Support Fund, extending practical support for small and medium-sized haulage

RHA backs 50mph HGV speed limit on Scottish roads

91% of hauliers stuck beneath an “integra...

Jul 23, 2026No Comments

The UK’s road transport sector has reached an “integration ceiling”, with 91% of hauliers operating below seamless system integration despite increasing investment in digital technology,

How fleet telematics can optimise loading operations

How fleet telematics can optimise loading o...

Jul 23, 2026No Comments

Loading operations involve a variety of data, from trailer identification, scheduling and inventory. Modern loading infrastructure, such as modular platforms and mobile docks, can help

LCVs emerge as the weak link in the UK's ZEV transition

LCVs emerge as the weak link in the UK̵...

Jul 22, 2026No Comments

The UK’s transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) is being held back by a shortage of electric vans, according to new research from automotive intelligence specialist

Put automotive sector at the heart of UK growth strategy

Put automotive sector at the heart of UK gr...

Jul 21, 2026No Comments

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has called on new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to make the UK automotive sector a central pillar of

Can Andy Burnham deliver for UK logistics and transport?

Can Andy Burnham deliver for UK logistics a...

Jul 21, 2026No Comments

Andy Burnham officially became the UK’s Prime Minister on 20 July 2026 following his election as Labour leader, promising to deliver a “circuit breaker for

GEM warns UK drivers of £200 tolls and costly fines in Europe

GEM warns UK drivers of £200 tolls and cos...

Jul 20, 2026No Comments

Breakdown and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging UK motorists travelling abroad this summer to prepare thoroughly before setting off, warning that fatigue,

Connected car installed base to reach 583 million by 2030

Connected car installed base to reach 583 m...

Jul 20, 2026No Comments

The global connected car market is set for strong growth over the next five years, with the number of vehicles using embedded connectivity expected to

Driver on his mobile phone

Your new car is legally required to spy on ...

Jul 17, 2026No Comments

Every new car sold in the European Union is now required to feature an infrared camera aimed at the driver’s face under the Advanced Driver