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EV Alert: Thatcham's Breakthrough in Repair Safety and Efficiency

EV Alert: Thatcham’s breakthrough in ...

Apr 07, 2025Comments off

Today, automotive risk intelligence company Thatcham Research launches its new EV Alert service to support the safe and efficient repair of Electric Vehicles (EVs). It

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UK commercial vehicle electric charging hub...

Apr 07, 2025Comments off

Fleete, a pioneering provider of fleet charging solutions, has begun construction on a dedicated commercial vehicle electric charging hub believed to be the largest in

Prime Minister unveils plan to support carmakers

Prime Minister unveils plan to support carm...

Apr 07, 2025Comments off

British car brands like Rolls-Royce, Vauxhall, and Land Rover are being given certainty, stability, and support as the Prime Minister sets out plans to back

Vehicle production - Ellesmere Port

UK demand for new LCVs shrinks for fourth m...

Apr 07, 2025Comments off

UK deliveries of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) dipped by -3.2% in March with 51,221 vans, 4x4s and pick-ups joining UK roads, according to the

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US tariffs threaten UK motor manufacturing ...

Apr 04, 2025Comments off

The recent imposition of US tariffs on imported goods has sent shockwaves through the global economy, with the UK’s motor manufacturing and logistics sectors poised

ADAS Aware

Report shows UK’s self-driving future...

Apr 02, 2025Comments off

New research from future mobility experts, DG Cities, has uncovered a significant trust gap in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that could undermine the UK’s

DAF Trucks and TotalEnergies join forces taking advantage of the extended Plug-in grants

UK Government extends the Plug-in Truck and...

Apr 01, 2025Comments off

On 31st March 2025, the UK Government announced the extension of the Plug-in Van and Truck Grants for an additional year, reinforcing its commitment to

Updated requirements for Laden Brake Testing

Updated requirements for the Laden Brake Te...

Apr 01, 2025Comments off

Ensuring commercial vehicles are roadworthy is a vital duty for operators and transport managers. A key aspect of this responsibility is brake testing, which has

HGV driver awarded £166,000 in damages for injuries

HGV driver awarded £166,000 in damages for...

Apr 01, 2025Comments off

In a recent legal decision, an HGV driver previously compensated with £110,000 for injuries sustained during unloading has been awarded an additional £56,000 in damages

Cross River Partnership launches the Waterloo Freight Hub

Cross River Partnership launches the Waterl...

Mar 31, 2025Comments off

Cross River Partnership (CRP), an impartial partnership organisation, is excited to launch an innovative, sustainable and transformative 6-month Trial of zero-emission deliveries from the Waterloo