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Action day exposes part-worn tyre non-compl...
A multi-agency investigation revealed the disturbing reality about the state of part-worn tyres being sold to the public, with none of the tyres inspected meeting the legal standards required for sale in the UK. Organised by
Driving offences in the UK haulage industry
In the UK haulage sector, driving offences are more than isolated mistakes—they pose significant legal and operational risks that can dismantle a business overnight. Compliance failures can lead to the suspension or revocation of an Operator’s
Prohire Limited initiates insolvency proces...
Prohire Limited, a long-established name in the UK commercial vehicle contract hire and fleet management sector, has formally entered the initial stages of insolvency proceedings. A Notice of Intent (NOI) to appoint an administrator was filed
UK vehicle production constraints continue
UK car and commercial vehicle production fell for the fifth consecutive month in May, down -32.8% to 49,810 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Excluding
BS Trailer Services cuts vehicle downtime w...
Truck and trailer hire specialist BS Trailer Services has reduced vehicle downtime for its customers since switching to TNS 365 to handle its out of hours call service. Based in Leighton Buzzard, BS Trailer Services offers
Key developments in autonomous vehicles in ...
Regulations and public perception have created barriers to the broad adoption and deployment of self-driving cars in the United States. However, autonomous vehicles still retain one of the largest market shares. Taking advantage of the most
Tesla’s Robotaxi Test: Promise Meets Earl...
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Tesla launched an invitation-only test run of its highly anticipated robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, marking a bold step toward a driverless future. Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, announced the “tentative” launch
New Trade Strategy to protect and boost Bri...
British Businesses will be given greater access to global markets more quickly as the UK publishes its first Trade Strategy since leaving the EU. The Strategy will make the UK the most connected nation in the
Daimler Truck introduces TruckCharge
Daimler Truck has introduced TruckCharge, a new consultancy service providing free advice and support to help customers transition to electric HGVs. The TruckCharge service looks at three key areas – initial consultation, infrastructure and operations. This
Kelston Sparkes upgrades to Volvo FH16 780
Bristol-based quarrying and earthworks contractor Kelston Sparkes Group has taken delivery of a huge, high-spec 150-tonne Volvo FH16 780 8×4 tractor unit. The new arrival is among the first of Volvo’s range-topping 780 hp trucks put
