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IRU sets future direction for road transpor...
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has today taken the lead in setting the global road transport agenda, by publishing a manifesto that calls on international organisations, governments and industry stakeholders to safeguard the role of
Scania: 50 years a legend
Scania is launching a limited edition of 25 flagship S-series Highline tractor units in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its V8 engine. Available in either two- or three-axle format, each truck in the series will
Whistl to recruit 50 HGV drivers in Bedford
Whistl, the leading delivery management company in the UK, has launched a recruitment campaign for 50 HGV drivers to join the company’s expanding transport team. The full-time vacancies are in their newly opened Bedford Super Depot.
Cherry Load take remote compliance control
Cherry Load, the Oxfordshire-based logistics solutions provider reports ‘instant control’ over driver and vehicle activities since switching to remote tacho downloading and data analysis from leading transport software specialists Mandata and TruTac. Established in 2011, the
Eyesight standards when driving abroad
It’s well known in the UK that employers have a legal responsibility under EU legislation to ensure that employees meet the minimum eyesight standards when driving on company business. Whether an integral part of an employee’s
Greater used market volatility warning
A study of the used car market by cap hpi shows values are becoming more volatile. Since the start of 2019, the number of value movements made by the team of editors at the data company
Six tips to banish driver distractions
Recognising the danger of distractions and knowing how to keep them to a minimum is a vital part of driving safely. That’s why GEM Motoring Assist has today published a line-up of simple tips to help
Changes to plug-in car grant continue to bi...
The number of ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs) registered for the first time fell by 7% in the second quarter of 2019, new statistics show. Figures published by the DfT on 12 September show that 14,811 new
Nearly 12,000 new drivers have licences rev...
Dozens of new drivers had their licence revoked on a daily basis in 2018, after reaching six penalty points. Figures obtained by Brake – via a freedom of information request to the DVLA – show 11,953 drivers
Northgate launches Vanhire+ offering damage...
Northgate Vehicle Hire introduces a new van hire product VanHire+, which strengthens the company’s commitment to meet the van fleet needs of businesses across the UK. Having listened to customer needs, the new product combines the
