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200,000 new lorry drivers needed over the next 5 years
The logistics industry plays a crucial role in society with 81% all freight in this country transported by road. Firms and lorry drivers across the…
Lower Thames Crossing raises the bar with 70% carbon target
National Highways’ Lower Thames Crossing has today (4 February 2025) revealed a new target to reduce its construction carbon emissions by 70%; an ambition made…
Yutong unveils zero-emission 7.5-tonne truck for UK market
In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, Yutong, a leading Chinese vehicle manufacturer, has announced the upcoming launch of its zero-emission 7.5-tonne truck, the Yutong…
The AA fleet celebrates HVO truck trial progress
As part of its award-winning, innovative “test and scale” approach to fleet decarbonisation, The AA has increased the number of vehicles included in its trial…
RHA seeks £2bn compensation from truck manufacturers
UK hauliers that were affected by a cartel of truck manufacturers have until 14 February to register for a class action being brought by the…
Light commercial vehicle market declines in January
Britain’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market fell by -20.5% in the first month of 2025 with 19,050 vans, pick-ups and 4x4s registered, according to…
UK’s first Volvo FH Aero tipper makes its debut
C J Hurford & Sons has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH Aero 8×4 Tridem tipper, the first truck of its kind to be…
Targa Telematics to partner with Volkswagen Group
Targa Telematics, one of the leading global players in the field of IoT and the development of digital solutions and platforms for connected mobility, announces…
EV share rises despite contracting new car market
The UK new car market fell by -2.5% to 139,345 units in January, according to data released today by the Society of Motor manufacturers and…
Much improved fuel performance from two Mercedes-Benz Actros
A drastic improvement in fuel performance from its first two Mercedes-Benz Actros tractor units brought Casterton Haulage to the inevitable decision to invest in a…
Fuel prices experience a fourth month of increases
In recent months, UK motorists have faced a persistent rise in fuel prices. As of January 2025, petrol prices have increased by 2 pence per…
FleetEV launch new salary sacrifice platform
Leading electric vehicle (EV) specialist, FleetEV, has launched an in-house technology platform specifically designed to support salary sacrifice schemes for SMEs and the public sector.…
National Grid adopts in-vehicle Lithium Power Supply
An innovative in-vehicle power system is being adopted by National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) to reduce emissions from its operational fleet. The company is installing…
MOTs on electric vans should be deferred
The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) is calling for an official deferral for MOTs on 4.25 tonne electric vans as some fleets report finding tests…
HVS now featured on JP Jenkins
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), a leader in hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles and AI technology for the transport and logistics industry, now features on JP Jenkins, the UK’s…
Somerset haulier achieves two major industry accreditations
Massey Wilcox Transport Ltd, a family-run haulier based in Somerset, is celebrating after being awarded two significant industry accreditations. It has achieved one of the…