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Why the last mile could be the ideal route to electric vans
Last-mile delivery is the final and often most expensive stage of the supply chain, with rising costs putting increasing pressure on fleet margins. A DS…

Lidl and Einride put Germany’s first cab-less electric truck on public roads
Lidl and autonomous freight technology company Einride have deployed Germany’s first cab-less electric truck with SAE Level 4 autonomous driving capability on public roads, marking…

Renault Trafic E-Tech electric named International Van of the Year
The all-new next-generation Renault Trafic E-Tech electric has been named International Van of the Year 2027 (IVOTY) following a unanimous vote by the 26-strong judging…

TMC and SureCam bring video telematics to car fleets
The Miles Consultancy (TMC) and SureCam have partnered to launch what they describe as an industry first for company car and grey fleet operations, combining…

Amazon’s logistics ambitions just got bigger
In a bid to challenge other major players such as UPS and FedEx, Amazon has opened up its shipping, freight, and distribution capabilities to external…

Rob Carlisle
Rob Carlisle Associate Partner and Head of Logistics at operations strategy and transformation consultancy Argon & Co, with more than 15 years’ experience in operations…

Chery launches DELIVAN electric van range at IAA 2026
Chery Commercial Vehicle has formally launched its new DELIVAN electric van range at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, setting out plans to establish a…
Car ReviewAion UT Review: A compact EV with a serious fleet proposition
John Barnes reviews Aion’s compact electric hatchback, with generous space, a £1,200 Premium Pack and an ownership package that gives established rivals something to think…

Scania trucks secure four more Euro NCAP five-star safety ratings
Four Scania trucks have achieved a five-star safety rating in the latest round of Euro NCAP’s Safer Trucks Programme, extending the manufacturer’s strong performance in…

Ford Pro unveils Transit City chassis cab for urban fleets
Ford Pro has showcased the new conversion-ready Transit City chassis cab at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, highlighting its potential for businesses and municipal fleets…

Dennis Eagle brings CrewSense AI technology to waste fleets
Dennis Eagle has unveiled CrewSense AI for integration across its refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), providing waste fleet operators with technology designed to improve situational awareness,…

AION UT brings 268-mile range to the UK electric supermini market
AION has launched the new AION UT electric supermini in the UK, combining a 268-mile WLTP range with a spacious interior, advanced technology and a…

Nissan invests £170m in Sunderland to build new Kicks e-POWER
Nissan is investing £170 million in its Sunderland plant to build the new Kicks compact crossover for European customers, strengthening the UK site’s role in…

Kögel trailers target payload gains and efficiency
Kögel Trailer GmbH is showcasing how trailer design can improve the efficiency of the entire transport operation at IAA Transportation 2026, with two vehicles demonstrating…

IVECO MY26 Roadshow heads to Cardiff for exclusive Welsh event
Welsh fleet operators and businesses are set to get an early look at IVECO’s latest commercial vehicle line-up when the inaugural IVECO MY26 Roadshow arrives…

Kia unveils PV7 electric van with 460km range and 1,200kg payload
Kia has unveiled the new PV7 at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, expanding its dedicated all-electric Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) range into the larger light…

