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Wet July sees pothole breakdowns up a fifth...

Aug 22, 2023Comments off

A month of exceptional rainfall saw pothole related breakdowns rise by a fifth this July compared to July 2022, according to the AA Pothole Index*.

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The surge in UK HGV fleet demand post-pande...

Aug 21, 2023Comments off

In recent times, the United Kingdom has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in fleet demand for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs). This surge has not only brought

FORS Accredited Operators to slash costs wi...

Aug 21, 2023Comments off

FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has announced that its Insurance Partner, SJL Insurance Services, will provide accredited operators with access to a new, bespoke

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Research aims to reduce road crashes caused...

Aug 21, 2023Comments off

A new research project is aiming to reduce road crashes caused by sleepiness through monitoring shift-workers who drive either as part of their work, or

New Driver Compliance eLearning to tackle d...

Aug 16, 2023Comments off

RTITB has launched a new Driver Compliance eLearning program. The new program will help transport operators, haulage companies and logistics providers take on the issues

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RHA partners with mental health bodies to h...

Aug 11, 2023Comments off

A text-based support initiative aimed at assisting HGV drivers dealing with job-related stress has been introduced, with the RHA collaborating as a campaign associate. Truckers

How Will Artificial Intelligence Affect Fle...

Aug 09, 2023Comments off

Artificial intelligence is exploding in significance within the logistics industry. It is driving sweeping changes that offer intriguing opportunities. According to the Centre for Data

Could HGV Levy help prevent bridge strikes

Aug 04, 2023Comments off

On the 1st August, the government reintroduced the HGV Levy that was suspended during the pandemic. Richard Smith, RHA Managing Director is calling for HGV

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Volta Trucks sets industry-leading standard...

Aug 03, 2023Comments off

Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has officially achieved a new industry-leading rating for the Direct Vision Standard.

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Ambulance Service electrifies its paramedic...

Aug 03, 2023Comments off

The East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has chosen the Škoda Enyaq to provide zero-emission rapid response support across the East Midlands region, as it looks