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EU backtracks on 2035 zero-emission car target and develops first EU Visa Strategy

Commission adopts a first-ever EU Visa Stra...

Feb 10, 2026Comments off

Richard Smith, RHA Managing Director reaffirms call for professional drivers’ exemption as European Commission acknowledges 90/180 challenges: We’re encouraged that the European Commission (EC) has acknowledged challenges that stricter enforcement of the 90/180 rule will pose

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Maelor Forest Nurseries, part of Tilhill Forestry and a member of BSW Group, has introduced an industry-first national delivery model designed to protect young trees from nursery to planting site

Industry first cold chain vehicle tree deli...

Feb 10, 2026Comments off

Maelor Forest Nurseries, part of Tilhill Forestry and a member of BSW Group, has introduced an industry-first national delivery model designed to protect young trees from nursery to planting site. The new service combines cold chain

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25 Years of Engine Production at BMW Hams Hall

25 Years of Engine Production at BMW Hams H...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

BMW Group’s UK engine production facility located in North Warwickshire is marking a major milestone; it’s 25 years since the plant first opened and production began. Since 2001, BMW Group Plant Hams Hall has manufactured more

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What will shape commercial vehicle electrification in 2026?

Electrifying commercial fleets is now payin...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

The transition to electric vehicles has gone far beyond environmental benefits to positively impacting the bottom line of commercial fleets, according to new research released today. An in-depth survey of 300+ senior decision-makers responsible for the

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GXO selected to manage operations at BMW Group’s Swindon site

GXO selected to manage operations at BMW Gr...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

GXO Logistics, the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, has been selected by BMW Group, the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles, to manage operations at its Swindon manufacturing plant. Under the new partnership, GXO will

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Van Driver

Van drivers among UK’s loneliest workers

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

Mercedes-Benz Vans is shining a spotlight on workplace loneliness among van drivers to mark Time To Talk Day on 5 February, following new research that highlights the scale of isolation across the UK workforce. A study

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Fleet Operations, SUFA, delivery

Fast delivery promises are increasing press...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

New research from Locus, a leading logistics technology company, reveals that UK consumers are placing far greater value on delivery accuracy and communication than on speed, challenging long-held assumptions about same-day delivery as a competitive differentiator.

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Smart Motorway

Smart motorways losing the economy money wi...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

Analysis of 16 Post Opening Project Evaluation (POPE*) of major schemes by The AA can reveal that many so called ‘smart’ motorway schemes are losing the economy money, or barely providing any economic benefit. Released without

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Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to electric vehicles

Skills gap threatens UK’s switch to elect...

Feb 09, 2026Comments off

The latest IMI TechSafe data on electric vehicle (EV) qualifications paints a concerning picture for the UK’s transition to zero-emission motoring. Investment in EV training is slowing at a time when demand for qualified technicians continues

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Kane Group places first-ever Renault Trucks tipper order with 10 new eight-wheelers

Kane Group places first-ever Renault Trucks...

Feb 06, 2026Comments off

Kane Group, one of the South East’s best-known demolition and earthworks contractors, has ordered 10 new Renault Trucks eight-wheel tippers as part of a major fleet renewal programme. The order marks the first time the business