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Self-driving taxis signal changing role for professional drivers
London has taken another step towards an autonomous future, with the capital’s first self-driving taxis now available to hire through the Uber app. The Wayve…

Volkswagen starts production of updated Caravelle and California
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has started production of its revised Caravelle and California models, bringing a major technology, styling and equipment upgrade to two of its…

Cespira launches HPDI 3.0 to boost low-carbon HGV performance
Cespira is launching HPDI 3.0, the latest generation of its High Pressure Direct Injection fuel system, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, as the company…

Stagecoach and Gregory Group show new approach to fleet electrification
Gregory Group is using a partnership with Stagecoach to overcome a major barrier to HGV electrification in Scotland, with access to depot-based charging enabling electric…

FCS to build UK’s largest hydrogen refuelling system for HGVs
Fuel Cell Systems Limited (FCS), a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen refuelling systems, has signed a new agreement with HyHAUL Mobility Limited, part of the…

Toyota and IVECO to develop new fuel cell for hydrogen truck
Toyota and IVECO are joining forces to accelerate the development of next-generation hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) for heavy-duty transport through the EU-funded EMPOWER…

BMW iX5 Hydrogen moves closer to series production
The new BMW iX5 Hydrogen has entered another important development phase as BMW Group steps up testing of its first hydrogen-powered production vehicle. Current BMW…

DPD orders 341 Mercedes-Benz eSprinters ahead of Christmas
DPD is adding 341 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric vans to its nationwide delivery fleet as it continues its transition towards lower-emission operations ahead of the crucial…

Driver wellbeing to take centre stage at UK Bus Summit 2026
Driver safety and wellbeing are set to dominate discussions as senior figures from government, transport authorities and the bus industry gather for the UK Bus…

Craig Hallam
Craig Hallam is a Commercial Director at Watson Fuels, previously Head of Commercial, and has a robust skill set that includes Sales, Management, Negotiation, Petroleum,…

Fuel supply resilience becomes a priority for fleet operators
As geopolitical disruption continues to affect global trade routes, much discussion across the transportation industry has focused on what this means for fuel prices. However,…

The tide has turned; now infrastructure must keep pace
The question is no longer whether Britain is going electric. It’s happening, and faster than many predicted. In August 2026, battery electric vehicles became the…

The suicide risk the haulage industry cannot ignore
Every day, professional drivers carry out checks designed to keep themselves, their vehicles and other road users safe. Tyres. Lights. Loads. Routes. Driving hours. But…

Q Crane & Plant Hire fits Wheely-Safe Connect
Q Crane & Plant Hire has fitted its six-axle Faymonville step-frame pendle axle trailer with Wheely-Safe Connect technology, using 72 cloud-connected sensors – believed to…

MAXUS eDELIVER 3 price cut makes it one of UK’s cheapest
Harris MAXUS UK has cut the price of its compact MAXUS eDELIVER 3 electric van to £18,495 plus VAT, making it one of the most…

Outdoor fleet vehicle protection for every season
Fleet maintenance in the varied UK climate is relentless. Each season brings along a distinct set of environmental threats, from corrosive winter road salt and…

