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Smarter route to EV transition needed
Britain’s transition to zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) must be urgently reviewed before targets increase sharply from 2027, the automotive industry has warned, cautioning that failing to reassess the current approach could undermine both the UK’s net
Logistics UK launches search for Best Truck...
Business group Logistics UK has launched its search for Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026, inviting professional drivers across the country to nominate roadside facilities that go above and beyond for the logistics sector. The
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Steve Birdsall, CEO of Gaist Contributing Posts A data-driven approach required to fix UK’s pothole crisis
A data-driven approach required to fix UK&#...
The UK is thought to have more than one million potholes, with these road defects being one of the leading causes of car breakdowns, according to the RAC. Recent storms and heavy rain are adding to
DPD opens two new distribution centres in S...
The UK’s leading premium parcel delivery company DPD has opened two new 60,000 sq ft regional distribution centres in Crawley and Sittingbourne. Part of a multimillion-pound announcement in March last year, the two purpose-built state-of-the-art distribution
Are truck drivers respected in the UK?
A simple question – are truck drivers respected? – sparked a lively discussion when SNAP, the digital solutions provider for international mobility, posed it to UK drivers on social media. With over 89,000 views and a
IVECO launches Stolen Vehicle Assistance fo...
Across Europe, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) now face a tenfold higher risk of theft compared to passenger cars, with rental vehicles nearly doubling that risk. Organised criminal groups increasingly target commercial vans, using sophisticated fraud schemes
Farizon expands dealer network with Pentago...
Farizon Auto UK has appointed Pentagon Motor Group to represent the brand from its Derby site. The retailer will sell and maintain Farizon’s growing all-electric commercial vehicle line-up, while also providing access to technical support, warranty
Why secure device integration is imperative...
As a fleet manager, your role has evolved to command the intersection of logistics and technology. The connectivity that drives efficiency across your vehicles has also created a digital frontier, thus exposing operations to sophisticated threats.
New UK-EU SPS Agreement set to boost trade
UK exporters and importers could see significant reductions in costs, delays and administrative burdens following the government’s announcement of progress on a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement with the European Union. The update, delivered by
