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Tevva truck set to drive skills at MIRA Tec...
Students and apprentices at the MIRA Technology Institute (MTI) have welcomed the delivery of a brand-new electric truck to help them get to grips with the latest electric vehicle technology. The 7.5 tonne Tevva battery electric truck is based at
The Autumn Statement needs to take Grey Fle...
On the 22nd November 2023, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, will present the Autumn Statement 2023. Paul Holland, Managing Director for UK/ANZ Fleet at FLEETCOR, discusses the need for the government to keep in
Fishers puts 25 new rigid trucks on the roa...
Scotland’s largest commercial laundry and textile rental company, Fishers Laundry Services, has extended its relationship with Fraikin by receiving the delivery of 25 new trucks. These additions consist of one 7.5-tonne and 24 15-tonne rigid trucks,
Alphabet helps English Heritage bring histo...
It’s a historic time for leasing and mobility expert Alphabet after forming a new partnership with renowned national charity, English Heritage. Recently appointed as sole supplier for its 33-strong fleet of cars and vans, Alphabet’s public
Alltruck Group’s three-pointed star rises...
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has welcomed the latest member of its Authorised Repairer Network, providing all-important support to heavy vehicle operators in the Central Belt of Scotland and beyond. Alltruck Group was appointed to its new status in
Half of UK van drivers admit to overloading...
Almost half (48%) of UK van drivers admitted that they overloaded their vans last year*, according to a survey by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This figure is despite 89% of drivers claiming to know the legal weight restriction
XPO Logistics launches new Driver Excellenc...
XPO Logistics, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, has developed a new XPO Logistics Driver Excellence Academy to offer opportunities to those both from within and outside the business who
TfL steps up preparations for strengthening...
With one year to go until London’s HGV Safety Permit Scheme strengthens, TfL is encouraging operators to prepare their fleets. Under the Direct Vision Standard, HGVs are given a rating between ‘zero-star’ (lowest) and ‘five-star’ (highest)
Longer semi-trailer trials extended until F...
Following months of campaigning by the RHA, the Longer Semi-Trailer trial has now been extended until the 29th February 2024. Declan Pang, RHA Director of Policy and Public Affairs for England, said: “We’ve been campaigning for
Stagecoach supports Remembrance Weekend wit...
As part of Stagecoach’s ongoing commitment to support the Armed Forces, it has confirmed that free travel will be available on all its bus and tram services across the UK for military, cadets, and ex-military personnel
