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Overhaul of rules on driver medical fitness...

Mar 29, 2021Comments off

The current approach to assessing whether drivers are medically fit to hold a licence needs substantial revision, according to a new report by the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC). The report examines the current state of

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UK commercial vehicle production down -45.4...

Mar 29, 2021Comments off

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production declined -45.4% in February, with 4,308 units built, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). CV manufacturing entered its fifth consecutive month

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CarGurus research suggests EV grant cuts ar...

Mar 29, 2021Comments off

New research from CarGurus (www.cargurus.co.uk) suggests that recently-announced cuts to electric vehicle (EV) grants are at odds with the steps most likely to persuade drivers considering switching to alternatively-fuelled vehicles. The UK government has announced its intention

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New vehicle technology could save drivers ...

Mar 29, 2021Comments off

Technology which can read road signs could save drivers £327 million* in speeding fines according to new research by SEAT. The study of 2,000 UK motorists found that nearly 10% admitted to being caught speeding annually,

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RiverRidge invests in driver safety with in...

Mar 26, 2021Comments off

Irish waste recovery specialist RiverRidge has invested in an integrated vehicle camera and telematics solution to maximise driver safety and compliance, while mitigating insurance risk on non-fault accidents. The company, which boasts some of the highest

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Use alcohol interlocks to cut drink driving

Mar 26, 2021Comments off

The UK Government should introduce alcohol interlocks (“alcolocks” as soon as possible for drivers convicted of drink driving. This would reduce the high level of reoffending and cut the number o deaths and injuries that result,

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Insurance: Watch your mileage or risk an un...

Mar 25, 2021Comments off

A leading insurance comparison website is warning that some motorists may end up with a new bill for their current insurance policy if they exceed their estimated mileage. Quotezone.co.uk’s warning comes as new Department for Transport

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Lowering roof will result in big fuel savin...

Mar 25, 2021Comments off

Fuel savings of up to 5% could be enjoyed by fleets that opt for Schmitz Cargobull’s new line-up of aerodynamic curtainsider tri-axle semi-trailers, claims the manufacturer. The EcoGeneration trio includes models with roofs that can be

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Organised crime gangs target keyless Range ...

Mar 25, 2021Comments off

Stolen vehicle recovery expert, Tracker, is revealing a spike in the theft of Range Rovers in the last 3 weeks, with over 30% of all stolen vehicles it has recovered in March to date being a

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Can I see your driving licence please?

Mar 24, 2021Comments off

Is that a question you ask at interview? They might be a good fit for the team and have the right qualifications, but are there any hidden issues with their driving licence? According to Licence Link, employers