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Renault Master carries away the ‘Best Large Van’ title
The Renault Master is still top of the class in the large van segment after retaining its title as ‘Best Large Van’ for a second…
Used car market enjoys record uptake
The UK’s used car market grew by 2.8% in the third quarter to reach more than two million (2,021,265) transactions, according to the latest figures…
The ‘Dieselgate 2’ High Court case
‘Dieselgate 2’ is the UK’s largest-ever class action. It was launched by 1.6 million members of the British public against numerous carmakers who fitted diesel…
U.S. trucking is changing, will UK and Europe follow?
The U.S. trucking industry is rapidly transforming and could impact logistics policies in Europe. While positive trends are shaping American trucking companies, other decisions have…
MG Motor and XPO Logistics agree a long term partnership
MG Motor, the iconic motoring brand, has partnered with XPO Logistics, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, in a long term agreement to strengthen its warehousing…
Advanced supply chain analytics — for free
From network design and warehouse and inventory planning to CO₂ emissions analysis and demand forecasting, advanced supply chain analytics and optimization is now within everyone’s…
Pacifica fleet transformed by Lightfoot technology
Nationwide appliance repair company Pacifica has transformed its fleet performance since adopting Lightfoot’s in-cab real-time driver coaching and rewards platform, resulting in a 28% reduction…
Protect your fleet from salt and snow damage this winter
Winter presents unique challenges for fleet drivers. Salted roads prevent freezing and dangerous icy conditions but can corrode metal parts, making fleet maintenance especially important…
Criticism of proposed ‘EV levy’ grows
The Daily Telegraph and the BBC reported yesterday that Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, is considering introducing an EV levy of 3p per mile…
Fuuse launches home reimbursement scheme for EV fleets
Fuuse, the leading UK charge point management software and services provider, has launched an automated home reimbursement feature to simplify energy repayments for EV fleet…
New LCVs market falls in October by 15.1%
UK deliveries of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) fell by -15.1% in October with 22,896 vans, pickups and 4x4s registered, according to the latest figures…
Amazon places largest-ever order of electric vehicles
The first of the UK’s largest-ever order of electric heavy-goods vehicles (eHGVs) joined Amazon’s transportation network today, crossing the Humber Bridge to deliver packages to…
Plug-in hybrids added to salary sacrifice scheme
The Electric Car Scheme has launched plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) as part of its salary sacrifice scheme, responding to overwhelming demand from employers seeking…
One in four van drivers report poor mental health
One in four UK van drivers (25%) have experienced issues relating to their mental health over the last year. While almost two thirds of van…
Volvo Trucks launches stop/start engine technology
Volvo Trucks introduces a new generation of its I-Roll technology, adding an engine stop/start functionality – a world first in the heavy-duty truck industry. The…
Can Gen Z fix Britain’s driver shortage?
More than half (57%) of Gen Z’s want to work in roles that use AI technology, according to new research from Samsara, the pioneer of…