Now more than ever, safety has become a top priority for many fleets. In addition to protecting drivers and the public, companies are realising that a focus on safety also maximizes company assets and cuts unnecessary
Drivers will have better access to electric vehicle chargepoints across the country, through a new pilot backed by £20 million of government and industry funding announced today (24 August 2022). Through the innovative Local EV Infrastructure (LEVI) pilot
Over the past few months, the UK government and the haulage industry have stepped up efforts to improve the ongoing driver shortage. From investments in online resources and learning materials, to funds for training veterans, it’s
First Hydrogen, the developer of zero emission vehicles and green hydrogen production facilities, confirms that its two demonstrator vehicles have successfully completed initial commissioning trials. The Company’s demonstrator vehicles have passed the important vehicle control system tests as
Tesco is introducing its first 100% electric 18-tonne truck, a Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide, that is eligible to operate in London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone and Congestion Charge Zone without incurring charges. The new refrigerated
Operators of Mercedes-Benz and FUSO trucks located in north-west Hampshire and beyond are now reaping the benefits of a £1-million facilities upgrade by their local Dealer. Marshall Truck & Van has extended the workshop at its
Leading electrification specialist, Equipmake, has welcomed newly announced changes to the Scottish Zero Emissions Bus Challenge Fund (ScotZEB), which are set to include financial awards for companies who repower buses with electric drivetrains. A Scottish Government
The AA has taken a radical step in the evolution of vehicle technology within the breakdown sector by launching a hydrogen fuel cell breakdown vehicle at the British Motor show in Farnborough last week. Fuel cell
The Government has unveiled plans for the widespread roll-out of self-driving vehicles on UK roads by 2025. The proposals, announced on 19 August, aim to spark a ‘transport revolution’ by improving road safety and better connecting communities. They
HGV training specialist HGVC has been appointed by Pets at Home, the UK’s leading pet care business, to manage Pets at Home’s HGV license acquisition programme and help to train up to 30 new HGV drivers