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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…
Pricing and specification for new ë-Berlingo confirmed as order books open
Citroën UK has opened its order books for new ë-Berlingo, the all-electric version of the brand’s multi-award winning MPV. Prices and specifications are now confirmed…
Green car sales boom in difficult market
Ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) registrations shot-up by 125% during 2020 compared to the year before, according to new figures from the Department for Transport. There…
Report reveals real-world e-van range figures
A new report from sustainable mobility specialist Arval UK has revealed the real-world ranges that fleet operators can expect when they adopt electric vans. The…
Shell and Mercedes-Benz Trucks trial digital fuel payments
Shell and Mercedes-Benz Trucks have successfully trialled the first digital in-truck payment system in the manufacturer’s Actros model for fuelling at selected Shell stations in…
30 LGV driver apprentice roles available at Yodel
Independent parcel carrier Yodel is hiring 30 new LGV driver apprentices across the UK with the opportunity to “earn while you learn” and receive a…
Accent Services select the eVito for ULEZ operations
A London-based air conditioning specialist is making substantial savings on the cost of sending one of its engineers into the city centre each day, after…