Department for Transport
MOT problems for 4.25-tonne electric vans i...
The transition to zero-emission vehicles is a cornerstone of the UK’s strategy to combat climate change. Electric vans, particularly those with a Maximum Authorised Mass
Rules for vehicle operators carrying out in...
The Department for Transport will be making legislative changes, at the earliest opportunity, to ensure the drivers’ hours rules meet international obligations. Ahead of these
Drink drive deaths highest since 2009
There’s been a sharp increase in the number of deaths on Britain’s roads caused by drunk drivers. Final figures for 2022 released by the Department
The NAO publishes its report on the state o...
The National Audit Office (NAO) issued its report on the current state of England’s local roads, and it is not good news. Their detailed conclusions
Consultation opened of how to address the d...
On the 11th April 2024, the Department for Transport (DfT) open consultation on measures to relieve the driver shortage in the HGV and Bus/Coach sectors.
More government delay on pavement parking
The government held a consultation on giving powers to local authorities to ban pavement parking and the consultation was closed in November 2020. At present,
Proposed changes to make MOTs fit for the f...
The Department for Transport has today (Wednesday 18 January) launched a public consultation on the future of MOTs in Great Britain. Views are being sought
Magtec leads project to accelerate adoption...
Magtec is heading a £3.25m government-backed project to help accelerate the adoption of zero emission trucks for NHS Wales and help support uptake across the
Major road and bridge upgrades to boost eco...
Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists will benefit from reduced congestion and improved connectivity through a £160.8 million investment for four major road projects across England. Today
Elongated truck cabs get Government green l...
New truck cab designs that help to reduce fuel consumption have been approved for use on UK roads. The new rules will allow fleet operators
