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RRG Group’s Katie Newton is appointed as F&I director at Marubeni Auto Investment
Marubeni Auto Investment UK has recently appointed Katie Newton, RRG Group’s head of digital strategy and transformation as their new Finance &Investment Director. Newton is…
The Pallet LOOP scoops Sustainability Award
The Pallet LOOP is celebrating after picking up a Sustainability Award from Willmott Dixon at the construction company’s 2023 North West Supply Chain Awards. The…
Driven by Excellence, a podcast series by PDT Fleet Training Solutions
PDT Fleet Training Solutions, one of the country’s top quality driver training organisations, has developed a series of monthly podcasts, called Driven by Excellence, to…
High-power EV supercharger installed at Welch’s HQ
A new state-of-the-art supercharger has been installed at Welch’s Transport HQ ahead of the arrival of the company’s first fully electric HGV. The most powerful…
Škoda trials train warning tech
There were a total of 48 near misses between trains and vehicles at level crossings between 2020 and 2021, according to research by Škoda UK,…
Expert shares advice for appealing an MOT fail
You may feel like the decision that has been made to fail your car’s MOT is incorrect. If you think this then you may want…
Andrew Smart
Andrew Smart, Head of L&D, PDT Fleet Training Solutions Andy’s career objective is to promote road safety and improve the overall standard of driving and associated knowledge…
RAC report increase in Direct Debit payments cancelled by DVLA
Following a Freedom of Information Request, the RAC analysed the number of drivers having their vehicle tax Direct Debit cancelled by the DVLA after payments…
apetito move toward net zero with Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 Units
Wiltshire-based catering supplier apetito has taken delivery of 10 double-deck temperature-controlled trailers equipped with Carrier Transicold Vector® HE 19 units. This follows a successful trial…
Overcome driver resistance to in-cab recording
Research shows that the presence of in-cab monitoring systems reduces the likelihood of serious incidents by 27%. Emerging technologies in this space are essential tools for…
The used vans most likely to pass – and fail – an MOT
The most and least reliable large vans have been named by Go.Compare Van Insurance. The insurance comparison site analysed official government MOT data on class…
DAF Trucks powers-up for EV Rally 2023
DAF Trucks has signed-up to the EV Rally 2023; a five-day 1000+ mile driving event encompassing the UK and Ireland which will start in Cardiff…
DX opens two new parcel depots in Bracknell and Swindon
DX, a leading provider of delivery solutions, including parcel freight, secure courier and logistics services, is pleased to announce the opening of two new depots…
Leveraging AI to reduce risk and increase fleet management efficiency
The motor fleet insurance industry faces many challenges in today’s dynamic environment. From drawn-out claims processes to supply chain issues, there are many opportunities to…
Government low carbon fuel strategy required to bridge technology gap
Logistics UK is calling on the Government to develop a long-term plan for using low carbon fuels (LCFs). The trade body highlighted the need for…
Teletrac Navman to address the future of EV technology
Global market leader in telematics technology, Teletrac Navman, will attend this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show to discuss the upcoming migration from ICE to EVs and…