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Nissan accelerates the switch to full electric
Nissan is charging ahead with its vision for a zero emissions future, with confirmation that all three models made at its UK plant will go…
Luxor Capital Group looks to acquire Volta Trucks
In a surprising turn of events, shareholder and lender Luxor Capital Group a New York hedge fund is reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring Volta…
The UK prepares for cost-effective eHGVs
According to new research from Element Energy, Electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) are poised to become more economical than their diesel counterparts in the coming…
LeasePlan MD disappointed in government’s lack of policies for fleets
The Chancellor announced in today’s Autumn Statement a permanent ‘Super Deduction’ with 100% capital allowance available but sorely missed out that cars are exempt from…
The Autumn Statement: Industry leaders assess
Yesterday’s (22/11/2023) Autumn Statement delivered by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt had some measures that effect the transport, logistics and fleet management industries.…
Fuel duty freeze and financial forecasts
It wasn’t long ago that reports were emerging about Jeremy Hunt’s alleged plans to raise fuel duty for the first time in more than a…
Welsh logistic Owens Group impacted by LockBit ransomware
In a recent and alarming development, Owens Group, a prominent logistics company based in Wales, has fallen victim to a cyber-attack involving the LockBit ransomware.…
Lightfoot eyes up £1m of rewards for drivers and customers
Lightfoot, the pioneering developer of rewards for better driving, has passed £1.3m of prizes handed out to date. Now, the green fleet tech leader is…
Celebrating excellence: Women in Transport & Logistics Awards
The 2024 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, launched to inspire more women to progress careers in the industry, are open for nominations until 29…
Car ReviewFisker collaborates with Octopus for UK lease opportunity on the Fisker Ocean Extreme
Fisker Inc., driven by a mission to create the world’s most emotional and sustainable electric vehicles, has announced today the collaboration with Octopus Electric Vehicles,…
Previous Budgets have built momentum around EVs
Previous Budgets have introduced significant incentives for the UK’s public and the private sector to buy and use electric vehicles (EVs). The results have been staggering:…
Applied Driving offers fleets free access to driver education resources
Applied Driving, the global provider of driver safety and performance management solutions, is offering free access to its e-learning module library and complimentary downloadable resources…
Logistics investment needed to avoid economic storm clouds
The Chancellor should prioritise support for the logistics sector in this week’s Autumn Statement, to avert the damage that an economic downturn could cause to…
Noone Transport returns to Krone as demand stays strong
Noone Transport, based in Co. Meath, Ireland, is undergoing a period of significant investment as it opens up new routes throughout Ireland, the UK and…
Fresh calls for a scrappage scheme
There are fresh calls for a scrappage scheme to accelerate EV adoption ahead of the government’s Autumn Statement on Wednesday. Karl Howkins from SOGO mobility…
Falling road freight prices amid anticipation for Autumn Statement
September saw the greatest monthly rise in road freight prices of 2023. However, October data shows a turn of events just before the industry enters…