HGV News
Transport Managers fear CPC-compliant drive...
UK Transport Managers fear a major shortage of CPC-compliant drivers after 9 September, research has revealed. In an independent survey* of nearly 200 fleet professionals
Hermes cuts 1.5 million miles each year wit...
Hermes, the UK’s leading consumer delivery specialist, has further strengthened its fleet of vehicles by acquiring 32 bespoke double decker trailers. The extra capacity being
FTA chooses FAST LEAN SMART scheduling soft...
The Freight Transport Association (FTA)’s vehicle inspections teams will do more work with the same resources thanks to a new work scheduling program from FLS
CPC deadline looms for heavy and light good...
Companies that operate heavy and light goods vehicles that are ‘in-scope’, including hauliers, logistics and transportation providers, are being reminded that the deadline for their
Carrier Transicold Southern the First to Sw...
Carrier Transicold Southern has become the first Network Service Partner to win all three Carrier Transicold UK Performance and Competitive Excellence (PACE) awards: Network Service
Alexanders keep easy-loading with low-maint...
Alexanders Removals and Storage took delivery of an Ekeri side-opening 18 tonne rigid vehicle in 2017 which, says the company, has greatly improved loading flexibility
Evaluation of the HGV speed limit change
In 2015, the maximum speed limit was raised for HGVs over 7.5 tonnes by 10mph. This means that trucks and lorries can travel at 50mph
Licence Bureau warns businesses to ‘tow t...
Licence Bureau has issued a warning to businesses to ensure they have a thorough understanding of the legalities related to towing loads following recent reported
Schmitz Cargobull’s smart trailer telemat...
Kent-based haulier Kelly International has bought six new Schmitz Cargobull curtainsiders, fitted with the manufacturer’s trailer telematics system to help increase trailer uptime and traceability.
SPAR distributor turns once again to Gray a...
The latest addition to family-owned James Hall & Co’s refrigerated transport fleet is by preferred supplier Gray & Adams and features the electric rear shutter
