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Volta Trucks appoints Sapphire Vehicle Services as its UK Certified Service Partner
Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced the appointment of Sapphire Vehicle Services as its first Certified…
Tradebe Healthcare partners with Fraikin for its first electric van
Environmental services company, Tradebe Healthcare, has worked with Fraikin for the supply of its first-ever electric vehicle (EV), in a move projected to cut 14,000kg…
r2c: Fleet health checks on offer at CV Show 23
While it might be hard to get an appointment at a GP surgery these days, if you’re concerned your fleet needs a check-up there will…
Ford brings hands-free driving technology to UK motorways
Ford today delivered a watershed moment for drivers as the company’s all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV became the first vehicle to launch a Level 2 hands-free…
Kia starts developing for electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV) production
Kia held a groundbreaking ceremony today for its dedicated plant for the production of battery-electric purpose-built vehicles (PBV). The ceremony was held at Kia’s Hwaseong…
Osprey ramps up its EV charging network roll-out
Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s leading networks of rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging points, has shown how quickly the deployment of public charging infrastructure…
Staying ahead of HMRC’s IR35 compliance checks
When HMRC introduced changes to the ‘off-payroll working rules’, commonly known as IR35, in April 2021, the transport sector was particularly hit by the changes.…
Road freight prices climb
Haulage prices have increased almost 3% in the last month, while the August return of the HGV levy threatens significant rises. After a significant drop…
The smarter, fully connected, all-electric E Transit Courier
Ford Pro today revealed the E-Transit Courier, a ground-up new all-electric commercial vehicle bringing enhanced connectivity and productivity for compact van customers. Extending Ford Pro’s…
Manheim celebrates strongest ever start to year for LCV sales
March concluded with a bang at the UK’s Number 1 CV auction house with demand remaining very positive as the quarter concluded in a strong…
Twelve years of FORS Gold at O’Donovan Waste
O’Donovan Waste has earned its Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Gold status for the twelfth consecutive year, demonstrating impressive ongoing commitment and dedication to achieving…
UK’s first full sized fleet of AVs to be launched in May
Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator has today (4 April) announced that it has successfully registered the bus service that its fleet of…
Schmitz Cargobull unveils its new UK plant
More than 200 customers, dignitaries and members of the press gathered at the Schmitz Cargobull factory in the UK to celebrate the official opening of…
Fleets risk falling foul of “EV charging deserts”
Fleets investing in EVs risk falling foul of ‘charging deserts’ in harder-to-reach areas of the UK, according to industry figures. While grid capabilities are increasing…
First Hydrogen uncovers next-gen zero emission vehicle
Automotive and clean energy developer, First Hydrogen, unveils the concept for its revolutionary next generation zero emission vehicle. The light commercial vehicle (LCV) has been…
UK Detailing Academy to bring industry insight at Automechanika Birmingham
The UK Detailing Academy has been announced as the education partner and curator of the Automechanika Birmingham 2023’s Detailing Live programme, hosting practical demonstrations and…