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Update to DVSA’s brake testing guidelines
DVSA is offering new methods for loading HGVs and trailers for brake testing, aiming to save time and money for operators. What’s changing? From Thursday…
Electric Car Grant lacks clarity, risks slowing EV adoption
Mike Thompson from Leasing Options on the government’s new Electric Car Grant (ECG) and concerns around the rollout so far: “The announcement of the new…
Kia launches EV4 production in Europe
The five-door Kia EV4 is the brand’s first fully electric vehicle to be manufactured in Europe, as Kia begins series production of the new model…
How workforce travel is evolving in logistics
Field-based teams are the engine behind the UK’s infrastructure. From HGV drivers and utility crews to mobile construction teams, their work keeps everything moving –…
Whistl announce significant contract wins and renewals
Whistl the UK’s leading logistics specialists in e-fulfilment, mail and parcels, has seen significant wins and contract renewals across the Group in the first half…
10,000 more Citroen car owners to receive Stop Drive letters
Motoring experts at Blackcircles have warned Citroen drivers to stop driving immediately if they receive a stop drive letter. Another 10,000 UK motorists are due…
Matt Hawkins
Matt Hawkins has spent over 20 years in the motor industry, complemented by a period in renewable energy. The transition to electric vehicles has enabled…
Our delivery drivers deserve safer, smarter vehicles
With the constant rise in urban delivery, the welfare of drivers must become an important factor in fleet management. In this article, Matt Hawkins, Flexis…
Logistics UK call for permanent solution for Operation Brock
Ahead of this weekend’s bank holiday in England and Wales, when experts predict up to 18 million car journeys will be completed, business group Logistics…
Community-minded logistics company supports New Mills locals
A family-run logistics company is giving back to the community which it has been a part of for more than 60 years. H Crabtree Ltd…
Arnold Clark opens UK-wide ultra-rapid EV charging network
Arnold Clark Charge, the UK-wide ultra‑rapid EV charging network, now open to the public Arnold Clark is delighted to announce its UK-wide ultra-rapid EV charging network…
Humber Bridge rolls out fleet toll accounts
The Humber Bridge Board has launched a new fleet toll account system, allowing transport operators to manage up to 2,000 vehicles under one central account.…
Northgate’s EV Offers help fleets on their Drive to Zero
Northgate Vehicle Hire is strengthening its support for fleet decarbonisation with a range of EV Offers, which are designed to make the transition to electric…
Farizon announces 1,000-unit order for new SV model
Farizon has unveiled two new variants of its new born-electric SV large van: a large-capacity taxi; and a multi-passenger Combi. Launched at the recent Hong…
HGV market declines in Q2 but its not all bad
Heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations fell by -11.2% in the second quarter of 2025, with 10,185 new trucks joining UK roads, according to the latest…
UK’s new road safety strategy
The UK Government is poised to unveil a comprehensive road safety strategy this autumn, marking the first such initiative in over a decade. This long-awaited…