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New van market hits three year high
The number of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) joining UK roads grew 2.4% in October with 26,974 new vans, pickups and 4x4s registered, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers
Volvo Trucks launches next-generation safet...
Volvo Trucks is introducing two updated safety systems focused on protecting vulnerable road users, marking the manufacturer’s next step towards its long-term vision of zero accidents involving its trucks. The latest innovations include Volvo’s Active Side
A fifth of drivers admit to skipping the MO...
One-in-five drivers (20%) under the age of 44 have driven illegally by not putting their car through the MOT or replacing tyres when needed to save money in the cost-of-living crisis, new data from the RAC
The RHA call for an increase in Scottish HG...
Stifling HGV speed limits puts Scotland at an economic disadvantage, the RHA has told media. We are calling on the Scottish Government to increase the speed limit for lorries over 7.5 tonnes from 40mph to 50mph,
Transport watchdog highlights need to impro...
Nearly half of lorry drivers are dissatisfied with the quality and number of suitable places for HGVs to stop in new survey from the independent watchdog, Transport Focus. Transport Focus is bringing together the public and
Fuel and EV cards for We Care Logistics
Fleetmaxx Solutions in Berwick has announced a strategic partnership with We Care Logistics, a leading provider of mobile airtime, rugged mobile devices, and Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions tailored for the courier and logistics industry. This
Royal Mail boosts electric vehicle fleet wi...
PEUGEOT’s ongoing long-term partnership with Royal Mail continues to go from strength to strength with a deal to supply 2,100 electric vans, including over 1,000 British-built E-PARTNERs. The vans, which will hit the streets this week,
TIP Group acquires Trailer Auto Group (TAG)
TIP Group, one of Europe’s leading truck and trailer equipment services providers, is excited to announce the acquisition of Trailer Auto Group (TAG), a state-of-the-art trailer refurbishment facility located in Stoke-on-Trent, UK. This strategic move enhances
1.3 million potholes spark £500M Governmen...
The UK is facing a significant and growing pothole problem, with thousands of damaged roads impacting drivers, cyclists, and local communities nationwide. In fact, recent media reports stated that potholes have caused half a million breakdowns
Prohire invests £5 million in rental fleet
Prohire, a leading provider of sustainable commercial vehicle hire and fleet management solutions, is investing £5 million in 70 new vehicles to refresh its 400-strong Proflex national rental fleet. The investment in the latest specification equipment
