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M25 voted UK’s worst motorway
Motorways are the arteries of Britain’s road transport network. Yet for many motorists, some routes offer more headaches than help. We have analysed user feedback,…

New data reveals huge cost of poor fuel economy
New business driver data lays bare how modestly sized fleets are losing tens of thousands of pounds each year through poor fuel economy, and how…

Davies Crane Hire adds huge 150-tonne FH16 780
Carmarthen-based Davies Crane Hire has continued its long-standing relationship with Volvo Trucks by welcoming a 150-tonne FH16 780 6×4 tractor unit into its operation. Supplied…

DPD begins e-HGV road testing with MAN
Leading parcel delivery company DPD has confirmed it is conducting electric HGV road trials with MAN, with the aim of introducing heavy-duty electric trucks later…

Operators should challenge stowaway penalty scheme
Commercial vehicle operators transporting goods into the UK are increasingly being penalised under a government penalty scheme that fails to reflect the scale of systemic…

EV Alert: Thatcham’s breakthrough in repair safety and efficiency
Today, automotive risk intelligence company Thatcham Research launches its new EV Alert service to support the safe and efficient repair of Electric Vehicles (EVs). It…

UK commercial vehicle electric charging hub at Port of Tilbury
Fleete, a pioneering provider of fleet charging solutions, has begun construction on a dedicated commercial vehicle electric charging hub believed to be the largest in…

Prime Minister unveils plan to support carmakers
British car brands like Rolls-Royce, Vauxhall, and Land Rover are being given certainty, stability, and support as the Prime Minister sets out plans to back…

UK demand for new LCVs shrinks for fourth month
UK deliveries of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) dipped by -3.2% in March with 51,221 vans, 4x4s and pick-ups joining UK roads, according to the…

TUAL targets 8,000 grid-constrained automotive retailers
TUAL, the pioneering developer of swappable powerbanks and ultra-deployable charging solutions for commercial electric vehicles, has announced a strategic focus on the 8,000 UK franchised…

US tariffs threaten UK motor manufacturing and supply chains
The recent imposition of US tariffs on imported goods has sent shockwaves through the global economy, with the UK’s motor manufacturing and logistics sectors poised…

Samsara launches EBPMS to help fleets meet DVSA guidelines
Samsara Inc., the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, today announced the launch of its Electronic Brake Performance Monitoring System (EBPMS) to help fleet operators…

Kia and LG Electronics partner to showcase new PBV
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics today announced a partnership to collaborate on the implementation of mobility space solutions based on PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) technology.…

Continental advances winter tyre technology
Continental continues to push the boundaries of tyre performance through extensive testing in extreme winter conditions. The company’s facility in Arvidsjaur, Sweden, plays a crucial…

Paua and Milence partner to expand EV charging for HGVs
Paua, the UK’s leading EV charging network for fleets, is proud to announce a partnership with Milence, Europe’s leading provider of electric truck charging solutions.…

Schmitz Cargobull targets strong growth in UK & Ireland
Schmitz Cargobull is set to enhance its presence in the UK & Ireland, focusing on meeting the evolving needs of local customers with its dedicated…

