Raising speed limit for HGVs in Scotland will boost efficiency
Transport Scotland’s National Speed Management Review Consultation could see the speed limit for HGVs on single track roads raised to 50 mph: Logistics UK’s Senior Policy Manager
Schmitz Cargobull supplies Lockwood with 50 UK-built trailers
Lockwood Group has added 50 new Schmitz Cargobull S.CS FIXED ROOF semi-trailers to its busy operation, helping support the business’ ambitious growth strategy. The curtainsiders
Encouraging more women to join the road transport industry
The UK’s road transport sector faces a pressing workforce challenge, with a significant shortage of commercial drivers. Addressing this gap requires a fresh approach to
Car subscriptions could be the catalyst for greener mobility
Electric vehicle sales in the UK are rising. In October, a total of 29,802 new EVs were registered, representing an increase of around 25% compared
Top five ways to retain talent in transport and logistics
Retaining talent is crucial for businesses to maintain a competitive edge and achieve long-term growth. The average cost of employee turnover, based on the average
Police step up breath tests as deaths rise
New figures out today show a slight increase in the number of roadside breath tests carried out by Police. In 2023 there were 276,914 tests
Government plans to expand the MYVT Service
The UK Government’s Manage Your Vehicle Testing (MYVT) service, launched last year, is set to undergo significant enhancements aimed at improving efficiency and accessibility for
Van market posts second best-ever November
The new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market recorded its fourth consecutive month of growth as registrations rose by 10.5% in November, according to the latest
Volvo’s turbo compound tech yields savings for Solstor
Solstor UK is reaping the rewards of Volvo Trucks’ turbo compound technology, with several drivers recording fuel economy improvements of up to 20 per cent
Allied Bakeries upgrades fleet with 68 New Generation DAF vehicles
In a major fleet renewal programme, national bakery business, Allied Bakeries, has upgraded with 68 New Generation DAF vehicles to help deliver over eight million
