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Volkswagen factory closures and 100,000 job cuts

Volkswagen to halve model line-up in cost overhaul

Volkswagen has announced plans to reduce its global vehicle line-up by up to 50% as part of a wide-ranging strategy to cut costs, simplify operations

RAC warns as heatwave pushes vehicle breakdowns higher

RAC warns as heatwave pushes vehicle breakdowns higher

The RAC is urging motorists to prepare for more vehicle breakdowns as much of the UK experiences another spell of extreme heat, with some parts

Port of Felixstowe expands autonomous truck fleet to 100

Port of Felixstowe expands autonomous truck fleet to 100

The Port of Felixstowe has strengthened its position as Europe’s leading adopter of autonomous container handling technology after placing a third order for self-driving, autonomous

Michelin expands electric van fleet with 19 new EVs

Michelin expands electric van fleet with 19 new EVs

Michelin’s Connected Solutions Division (CXS) has strengthened its commitment to sustainable fleet operations by adding 19 new electric vans to its UK fleet, supporting its

MHH Contracting takes delivery of two Isuzu D-Max Electric pick-ups

MHH Contracting takes delivery of two Isuzu D-Max Electric pick-ups

Sheffield-based MHH Contracting has taken delivery of two of the UK’s first Isuzu D-Max Electric pick-ups, becoming one of the earliest businesses to adopt the

SNAP launches Arcoprotect automated parking

SNAP launches Arcoprotect automated parking

SNAP has launched Arcoprotect, its next-generation automated parking and site management platform, designed to help businesses across Europe improve operational efficiency, strengthen site security and

Van market shrinks in 2025 despite EV growth and fleet compliance

Van fleet compliance moving closer to HGV standards

Van fleet compliance is increasingly resembling that of HGV operations as new legislation places greater legal and operational responsibilities on light commercial vehicle (LCV) operators,

Update to DVSA’s brake testing guidelines and EU CO₂ regulations

EU trailer manufacturers call for review of EU CO₂ regulations

Thirty senior executives from Europe’s trailer manufacturing industry have signed a joint declaration urging the European Commission and European Parliament to review Regulation (EU) 2024/1610,

AFP raises concerns over Forecourt Eye fuel debt recovery notices

AFP raises concerns over Forecourt Eye fuel debt recovery notices

A new type of penalty charge notice (PCN) appears to have emerged and is being sent to members of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).

Calls for EU to suspend 90/180 rule and EES to protect supply chains

EES border checks could bring major disruption for hauliers

The Port of Dover has issued a stark warning to the haulage industry: this summer could bring serious freight disruption — not because HGV drivers