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Webfleet Brake Performance Report meets DVSA standard
The Webfleet Brake Performance Report, engineered to monitor trailer brake performance remotely, has met the DVSA (Driver Vehicle Standards Agency) standard for Electronic Brake Performance…
Alan Davie Transport continue over 40 years connection with IVECO
Alan Davies Ltd has been buying IVECO vehicles from dealer A M Phillip in Scotland since 1983. This relationship has flourished over the decades with…
Greater Manchester considering introducing Direct Vision Standard (DVS)
In a bid to bolster road safety and reduce accidents involving vulnerable road users, Greater Manchester authorities are deliberating the introduction of the Direct Vision…
CBVC Vehicle Management maximises fleet uptime for Chasetown Civil Engineering
Chasetown Civil Engineering is running a significantly more efficient fleet thanks to a bespoke solution from CBVC Vehicle Management, the Staffordshire-based fleet management company. Chasetown…
Government launches review into DVSA
The Government has launched an independent review of the DVSA so that it ‘remains well placed to provide excellent services to keep Britain moving safely…
Paper specialist DS Smith choose Volvo Trucks
DS Smith Logistics has taken delivery of 61 new Volvo FM 460 Globetrotter 6×2 tractor units as part of a major fleet renewal programme. The…
National Windscreens further consolidate with J Huggins & Son acquisition
Cary Group, National Windscreens largest member, has finalised the purchase of J Huggins and Son Limited, 2nd largest member, consolidating 95% of National Windscreens fitting…
Demand for new trucks grows for second year running
Demand for new heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) grew for the second year running with UK registrations up 13.5% in 2023, according to the latest figures…
Thomas Jones
Leveraging extensive knowledge of the EV industry and fleet management, TJ designs tailored solutions that meet clients’ current needs and are future-proof for sustainable growth.…
A guide to grants to help transition to an EV infrastructure
Electric vehicles (EVs) are leading to a major shift in the transportation and automotive industries at a time when sustainability and social responsibility are becoming…
What will the net zero gear shift mean for fleets?
The UK government’s decision last year to delay the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel (ICE) vehicles to 2035 continues to rumble…
Philip van der Wilt
Philip van der Wilt, VP EMEA, at Samsara Philip has over 25 years of experience in building and scaling companies across multiple markets and product categories.…
New Renault Trafic E-Tech electric specification announced
An award-winning best-seller, the Renault Trafic has been trusted by more than 2.4 million hard-working professionals since its launch in 1980, making it the third…
Better range labelling on electric vans “critical to adoption”
A better labelling system for the range of electric vans is becoming “critical to adoption”, says the Association of Fleet Professionals. The organisation first highlighted…
Middlesbrough transport firms signs the Armed Forces Covenant
A transport firm in Middlesbrough has committed to support ex-service personnel with employment opportunities through the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Armed Forces…
Decarbonising your fleet starts with drivers
A decarbonisation strategy in 2024 isn’t just about replacing petrol and diesel vehicles with electric models, says Lightfoot. Instead, fleets should decarbonise drivers first, then…