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E10 petrol set for September 2021 launch
Motorists across the UK are set to shift to a greener fuel with the introduction of E10 at petrol stations in September 2021. Following a consultation with drivers…
Plug−in Hybrid Cars: Are They All the Same?
Today, Green NCAP announces the environmental performance ratings of 25 new cars including, for the first time, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The results of three – the Kia…
Shell Rimula heavy duty diesel engine oils now carbon neutral
Shell today announces that its Shell Rimula R6 series premium engine oils are now carbon neutral across all stages of their lifecycle. This announcement establishes…
DHL Freight and Volvo Trucks join to introduce long-distance electric trucks
DHL Freight, one of the leading road freight providers in Europe, and Volvo Trucks have partnered to speed up the introduction of heavy duty electric…
Northern Ireland Protocol needs work
After issues have occurred moving goods between GB and Northern Ireland since the start of the year, business group Logistics UK has raised the concerns…
Fleet managers need to prioritise work-related road safety
Venson Automotive Solutions is urging fleet managers to create a cost-effective fleet road safety strategy that adds value in a post Covid world. The move…
New Safety Guidance from Zenzic for self-driving vehicle trials on public roads
Zenzic has today announced the launch of the 2021 Safety Case Framework: The Guidance Edition for self-driving vehicle testing in the UK. This third edition…
British government to scrap EU Vnuk motor insurance rule
Anyone remember Brexit? Here’s one effect of the UK-EU split that insurance stakeholders will be interested to hear about. Secretary of State for Transport Grant…
GEM’s solid white line explainer is a massive social media hit
A short video explaining how to let a police car past when there are solid white lines down the middle of the road is one…
Alphabet announces latest partnership with Southern Water
Southern Water serves 4.6 million customers across Sussex, Kent, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and together with its customers and communities, provides sustainable, high-quality…
All-New Isuzu D-Max is Smarter, Stronger and Safer
The All-New Isuzu D-Max combines smart new styling and improved off-road performance with impressive safety technology. Not only does it deliver the capability and durability…
Over half of logistics business leaders resistant to digital progress
Outdated attitudes towards technology amongst senior logistics business leaders are at risk of jeopardising future business survival, new research has found. The Connected Enterprise report,…
Industry calls on Chancellor not to raise fuel duty
The haulage industry is stepping up the pressure on Chancellor Rishi Sunak to freeze or cut fuel duty. He is rumoured to be considering a…
RHCV unveils new look
As the business continues to grow apace, leading independent Renault trucks distributor RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) has invested in a new brand image which better…
Drivers facing rising forecourt prices as oil hits 13-month high
With the price of a barrel of oil back up to January 2020 levels and some analysts predicting prices could hit $80 this year as…
Checking tyres during Lockdown will pay in the long run
Many vehicles will not have been used much since Christmas and those that have are likely to have only been used for short trips. Some…