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Footage shows driver on phone narrowly avoid hitting police HGV ‘supercab’
Veering on to the hard shoulder and back again, narrowly avoiding a collision with another HGV, the driver caught in the footage was using his…
Goodyear’s TruckForce network announces largest UK expansion in seven years
Goodyear is proud to announce plans to significantly expand the UK operations of its 24/7 commercial vehicle support network, TruckForce. Specialising in the complete lifecycle…
FIAG guide helps companies roll out a post Covid-19 fleet strategy
The Fleet Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) is so concerned at the impact Covid-19 is having on the safety and compliance of vehicle fleets it has…
Hultsteins connect to TRAILAR solar power for diesel-free cooling
Sweden/UK transport refrigeration manufacturers, Hultsteins have teamed up with TRAILAR, the UK’s leading transport solar power innovators, to facilitate a ‘free-at-the-point-of-use’ solution for users of…
Europe’s most powerful EV charging hub heading to Oxford
UK-based Pivot Power, part of EDF Renewables, and Oxford City Council have joined up with Fastned, the European electric vehicle (EV) fast charging company, Tesla…
The Drivers’ Lottery: Win while you work
Britain’s hardworking white van drivers are pocketing weekly cash prizes thanks to The Drivers’ Lottery, simply by driving better. The fast-growing prize draw is the…
Net Zero plans must consider rural communities
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) believes that a one-size-fits-all approach to net zero carbon emissions is likely to have disproportionate societal effects…
New Volvo FL makes it a clean sweep for Hako Machines
Hako Machines has added a new Volvo FL to its demonstration and delivery fleet to help the business transport its growing range of road sweepers…
Daimler Trucks begin rigorous testing of its fuel-cell truck
Daimler Trucks is focusing on hydrogen-powered fuel-cells for the electrification of its vehicles for flexible and demanding long-haul transport. It aims to achieve ranges of…
British HGV market up 9.5% after a year of pandemic-led decline
New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations increased by 9.5% in the first three months of 2021, according to figures released today by the Society of…
Connected Kerb project to deliver EV charging revolution
Electric vehicle (EV) charging specialist, Connected Kerb, is working with Kent County Council in a first-of-a-kind project that will provide a blueprint for local authorities…
HGV drivers must be included on the UK Shortage Occupation List, says RHA
The RHA has urged ministers to add HGV drivers to the Home Office UK Shortage Occupation List to help fix the growing driver shortage. RHA…
Vauxhall Vivaro-e HYDROGEN
Unveiled today (18th May 2021), Vauxhall’s new zero emissions Vivaro-e HYDROGEN light commercial vehicle has a range of up to 249 miles, refuels in just…
Enterprise boosts electric rental fleet
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has unveiled 30 new electric Renault ZOE as part of its rental fleet in Scotland. They will offer more zero-emission transport options for…
Alain Costa
Alain Costa, Head of Fleet Europe at ChargePoint Contributing Posts: The last mile to sustainable deliveries
The last mile to sustainable deliveries
Bringing delivery and logistics partners on board The businesses fortunate to still be operating after the global pandemic subsides will emerge into a very different…