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UK new car registrations fall -44.4% in Mar...

Apr 07, 2020Comments off

The UK new car market declined -44.4% in March, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). In the important plate change month 203,370 fewer cars were registered than in March

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Ford provides “peace of mind” solution ...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Ford has blended vehicle purchase and finance plans to offer new customers a payment holiday of up to six months. The Ford “Peace of Mind” programme for April and May orders has been designed to help

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FreshLinc takes 20 Renault Trucks Range Ts

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

FreshLinc Group LTD the Spalding, Lincs based temperature-controlled, fresh, chilled and horticultural products total supply chain management specialists have taken 20 new Renault Trucks tractor units from BRS. The order consists of 18 Range T460 6x2s

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EVs are going mainstream – it’s time to...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

In the immediate aftermath of the government’s announcement that its ban on new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars would be brought forward from 2040 to 2035, the UK saw an immediate spike in online searches for

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Boom in home deliveries sees vans take a bi...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Booming home deliveries and urgent vehicle replacements by tradespeople and essential workers are dramatically changing the shape of motor retail sales during the coronavirus crisis. Figures released by the online car marketplace BuyaCar.co.uk reveal that van

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THINK! backs Take Extra Care campaign

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Road Safety GB is encouraging all road users to help reduce the strain on the emergency services during the coronavirus pandemic by taking extra care when making essential journeys, with support from the Department for Transport’s

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Take five and participate in the 2020 Road ...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

All road users are being encouraged to take five and complete a new survey on emerging road safety issues. The 2020 Road Safety Survey by the Road Safety News editorial team, covers subjects including electric scooters, seeking

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UK truck drivers rise to the COVID-19 suppl...

Apr 03, 2020Comments off

With measures to counter the spread of Covid-19 across the UK coming into effect, national supply chains are being put to the test as demand for essential goods soars across the country. While some industries have

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Licence Check offers latest licence checkin...

Apr 03, 2020Comments off

Derby-based Licence Check is offering advice to fleet and other managers regarding vital licence checking services whilst the current Coronavirus crisis forces many businesses into lockdown and home-working, including covering the latest changes in regulations. New

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MV Commercial: truck maintenance checks eve...

Apr 03, 2020Comments off

MV Commercial has advised that regular truck maintenance checks have become even more essential following the DVSA’s decision to suspend MOTs for commercial vehicles for three months. The commercial vehicle sales and leasing company says its