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Van drivers risk £5,000 fine for unsecured dogs while driving

Almost a third (29%) of van drivers are risking a fine of up to £5,000 and potentially invalidating their insurance for not safely securing their

Volta Trucks selects Meritor to supply the electric drivetrain

Volta Trucks, the leading full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, has confirmed the appointment of Meritor as the strategic drivetrain component supplier for the Volta Zero. This

Potholes a growing concern for drivers

Potholes are perceived by motorists to be a much more significant concern on the road than they were three years ago, overtaking texting and drink

JATO and Sofico join forces over WLTP

The deadline for the implementation of WLTP solutions has now passed. Yet OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) and leasing companies across Europe continue to face significant

C&C Vehicle Services ramps up capacity to meet van fleet demand

Northampton is home to a brand-new commercial vehicle accident repair centre, opened this week by C&C Vehicle Services to support a surge in demand for

BVRLA sees satisfaction soar as businesses seek support

The BVRLA has published its 2020 Annual Review showing an increase in member satisfaction across all key areas during one of the most challenging years

FORS launches abnormal indivisible loads training

FORS is launching a new training course for transport managers, to help them better understand how to manage the transportation of abnormal indivisible loads. Abnormal

New weather stations helping to keep traffic moving

New roadside weather stations on five-metre-high poles are helping keep England’s motorways and major A roads moving this winter. The weather stations provide vital information

Government with £20 million chargepoints boost

Local authorities are being urged to take advantage of a £20 million cash injection to boost the number of on-street electric vehicle chargepoints in towns

Fleet Alliance sees huge surge in electric vehicle orders

Fleet Alliance has seen a huge surge in orders for of electric vehicles (EVs) as companies and drivers alike look to take advantage of attractive