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Preferred route for upgrade to A46 Newark Bypass
National Highways has unveiled its preferred route for a multi-million-pound scheme that will fill in the dual carriageway gap on the crucial A46 trade corridor…
The Conservation Volunteers starts its electric journey with Fleet Alliance
Conservation charity, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV), is driving to a greener future with an all-electric fleet under the guidance of leasing and fleet management specialist,…
Blakemans continues its transition to a full Volvo fleet
Sausage manufacturer James T Blakeman and Co. Ltd has taken delivery of three Volvo FH Globetrotter XL trucks having taken the decision to switch its…
Caledonian Logistics turns to BLS Truck & Van
Caledonian Logistics opted for the best of both worlds with its latest fleet order, choosing Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks in rigid and tractor unit form. The…
Bridgestone keeping commercial fleets on the road with e-book excellence
Bridgestone is developing commercial fleet operators’ tyre knowledge with a series of free, downloadable e-books with for the entire industry to benefit from. The leaders…
HGV driving appeals to underrepresented groups
The Driver Academy Group, a consortium led by HGV training specialist HGVC, has secured a record number of applications from women, ethnic minorities and younger…
Driving when tired: how dangerous is it?
Hazard anticipation, speed control and awareness of other road users are severely reduced for drivers who take the wheel whilst tired, even when they think…
Palletways member invests £10k in HGV training
Speed Welshpool, a member of the Palletways UK network, has invested thousands of pounds in the launch of an academy in a quest to help…
Showstopping Krone trailer measures up for high profile operator
BH Cecil & Sons Ltd, the family-owned international transporter, has taken delivery of a Krone Profi Liner curtainsider specially adapted to accommodate a DAF 3.1m…
BVRLA launches EV Fleet Charging Guide for local authorities
The BVRLA has launched a new initiative to help local authorities as they try to meet the diverse charging needs of electric fleets. With the…
Truckfile lays the foundation for CRS to achieve Earned Recognition
CRS Building Supplies has joined the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s Earned Recognition scheme, with the help of Truckfile digital fleet management systems. The Somerset-based…
Ambulance crews urge drivers to respect the Red X
National Highways and ambulance crews are asking drivers to respect the Red X and give them the space they need to access an incident and…
The John Lewis Partnership replaces its Home Services fleet with electric vehicles
The John Lewis Partnership is replacing its Home Services fleet with electric vehicles as part of its commitment to transition 4,000 cars, vans and light trucks…
Falken announces its first specific EV tyre
In anticipation of the rapidly changing vehicle parc, Falken has announced it will release the e. ZIEX in 2023 as its first replacement EV tyre…
Car ReviewBMW i7 undergoes acoustic testing at the new FIZ North site
The BMW i7 is being developed with the aim of combining hallmark driving pleasure with a level of comfort that is in a class of…
Volvo Trucks improves fuel performance on long-haul routes
New refinements are being added to Volvo Trucks’ I-Save concept which are designed to lower fuel consumption and give substantial savings in CO2 emissions, while…