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Land’s End to John O’Groats drive powered entirely by solar energy

Land’s End to John O’Groats drive power...

Jun 29, 2026No Comments

Easee and Renault have successfully completed the Easee Sun Run, becoming the first team to drive a production electric vehicle from Land’s End to John O’Groats powered entirely by solar energy. Timed to coincide with the

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Octopus and CATL bring battery-swapping hubs to UK

Octopus and CATL bring battery-swapping hub...

Jun 29, 2026No Comments

Octopus Energy and CATL have formed a joint venture to develop a major battery-swapping network for electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) across the UK and Europe, aiming to accelerate the decarbonisation of road freight. The new

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Flexible Power Systems and Barron McCann announce partnership

Flexible Power Systems and Barron McCann an...

Jun 29, 2026No Comments

Flexible Power Systems (FPS) and Barron McCann have announced a strategic partnership to help commercial fleets deploy electric vehicles (EVs) reliably, efficiently and at scale. As fleet electrification moves beyond pilot schemes and into full operational

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When maintenance breaks down, so does the business

When maintenance breaks down, so does the b...

Jun 29, 2026No Comments

Fleet performance relies heavily on the systems that keep assets on the road safely and reliably. At the center of that is maintenance. When maintenance is tightly managed, fleets operate more predictably and can better control costs while

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GXO Finds, UK Businesses Struggle to Act on...

Jun 26, 2026No Comments

Sustainability and transport efficiency are rising priorities for UK organisations, but a new report from GXO Logistics, Inc. reveals that many businesses are still unsure how to turn ambition into practical action. The findings highlight a

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UK Drivers Risk Windscreen Cracks in Summer...

Jun 26, 2026No Comments

As temperatures rise across the UK, motorists are being warned that a widespread summer habit could be putting windscreens at risk of cracking. New research from Autoglass® highlights a significant “summer blind spot” among UK drivers,

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AA Warns Drivers as Heatwave Sparks 54% Rise in Overheating Breakdowns

AA Warns Drivers as Heatwave Sparks 54% Ris...

Jun 26, 2026No Comments

The AA is urging motorists to prepare their vehicles before travelling as the UK’s prolonged heatwave continues to put additional strain on drivers and their cars. According to the breakdown provider, patrols across the UK remain

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Climate Advisers Warn Against Weaker EV Quotas

Holman UK Charity Golf Day Raises Record £...

Jun 26, 2026No Comments

Holman UK has raised a record £47,880 through its annual Charity Golf Day, with the funds set to support community projects and educational initiatives across the UK. Held at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort in

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X2 Joins northstarr to Accelerate Logistics Growth

X2 Joins northstarr to Accelerate Logistics...

Jun 25, 2026No Comments

Leicestershire-based transport operator X2 (UK) Ltd is targeting further growth in the UK and overseas after being acquired by technology-led logistics group northstarr. The Hinckley-headquartered fourth-party logistics (4PL) specialist has experienced rapid expansion since the Covid-19

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Etihad Cargo Launches Airline-Led Training Academy

Etihad Cargo Launches Airline-Led Training ...

Jun 25, 2026No Comments

Etihad Cargo has launched the Excellence Hub, a new digital training platform designed to support professional development across the global air cargo sector. Developed by the cargo and logistics division of Etihad Airways, the Excellence Hub