Truck-Lite Europe opens advanced testing facility to drive LED lighting performance and reliability
Truck-Lite Europe has opened a state-of-the-art testing facility to enhance LED lighting reliability, safety, and compliance, featuring advanced endurance, environmental, and optical testing to ensure long-term durability in real-world conditions.
Operators turn to AssetGo for tachograph compliance
Fleet operators across the UK are increasingly turning to AssetGo, the all-in-one fleet compliance platform, to manage tachograph analysis, monitor drivers’ hours, and reduce the risks of non-compliance.
New Fleete TCO calculator explores the tipping point for electric HGV cost parity
Fleete, the fleet charging solutions provider, has launched a free, open-source Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator to help the industry explore how electric HGVs can achieve cost parity with diesel, and the policy levers most likely to deliver it.
Yutong TE7 Electric Truck Now Eligible for Plug-in Truck Grant
Pelican Electric Trucks is delighted to announce that the Yutong TE7 7.5-tonne electric truck has been officially approved for the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) Plug-in Truck Grant scheme
GRIDSERVE announces first eHGV public charging hub locations as Electric Freightway construction begins
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DRUG TESTING IS NOW AN ESSENTIAL AT-WORK TOOL
Alcohol testing alone is no longer sufficient to ensure a safe workplace
Standards
Managing Director of Dawes Highway Safety awarded MBE in King’s Birthday honours
The founder and Managing Director of Dawes Highway Safety, James Bowen- Dawes, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s birthday honours list 2025.
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Welch Group partners with Fleete to manage UK fleet charging using their advanced Fleete EVO charger management platform
Welch Group, a leading UK logistics operator, has partnered with Fleete, to efficiently manage its charging across its UK fleet using their advanced Fleete EVO charger management platform.
Safety standards upgraded as cargo bikes become more popular
Transport for London (TfL) has issued new safety standards for cargo bikes and their operators as their use continues to grow.
Vehicles & Trailers
Bandag is ready for the exciting road ahead
Bridgestone’s retread business, Bandag, is ready for the road ahead with a reenergised proposition designed to help fleets and dealers achieve greater sustainability and cost efficiency
Labcraft launches new website to help operators choose the right lighting for their fleet
Labcraft, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance LED lighting for commercial vehicles, has launched a fully redesigned website that makes it easier for customers to find and specify the right lighting solutions for their vehicles.
Yutong TE7 Electric Truck Now Eligible for Plug-in Truck Grant
Pelican Electric Trucks is delighted to announce that the Yutong TE7 7.5-tonne electric truck has been officially approved for the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) Plug-in Truck Grant scheme
Bradshaw EV Announces Exclusive Partnership with Glutton
Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, one of the country’s leading providers of waste management vehicles, has announced that it has been named as the sole distributor in the UK for street cleaning equipment specialist, Glutton.
Studies
DRUG TESTING IS NOW AN ESSENTIAL AT-WORK TOOL
Alcohol testing alone is no longer sufficient to ensure a safe workplace
Cocaine now accounts for 44% of positive workplace drug tests in the transport sector
Transport Sector Needs to Seek Practical Solutions as Cocaine Now Accounts for 44% of Workplace Drug Tests
Drink and Drug Driving Deaths: Mixed Trends Revealed
Government data shows a 14% drop in drink driving deaths in 2023, but a worrying 38% rise in drug driving fatalities, prompting calls for more education and enforcement.
We can’t achieve Vision Zero on our own, say road safety professionals
A growing number of UK road safety professionals highlight the urgent need for national leadership to achieve Vision Zero, aiming to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries.
Manufacturers
Scania demonstrates the art of world-class engineering as self-driving trucks enable exceptional challenge
Scania’s autonomous trucks, equipped with cutting-edge AI, are set to revolutionise global transportation. The company has successfully completed a groundbreaking challenge that pushes the boundaries of self-driving vehicle technology, human achievement.
Thermo King Launches TX-Series: New High Performance and Fuel Efficient Truck Units
Thermo King has launched its new TX-Series truck refrigeration units, delivering up to 17% higher cooling capacity, 7% better fuel efficiency, and reduced environmental impact for fleets across EMEA.
DAF Dealer Chassis Cab relocates in major investment
Chassis Cab Newmarket officially opens, boasting a 152% increase in workshop space and 128% more parts capacity. The move consolidates all departments under one roof, enhancing efficiency and customer service in East Anglia.
Exclusive Offer: Smart Charging Cube for MAN Customers
MAN Truck & Bus, in partnership with AW Automotive, introduces the Smart Charging Cube—a portable battery storage and charging solution designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency.
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Truck-Lite Europe opens advanced testing facility to drive LED lighting performance and reliability
Truck-Lite Europe has opened a state-of-the-art testing facility to enhance LED lighting reliability, safety, and compliance, featuring advanced endurance, environmental, and optical testing to ensure long-term durability in real-world conditions.
Scania demonstrates the art of world-class engineering as self-driving trucks enable exceptional challenge
Scania’s autonomous trucks, equipped with cutting-edge AI, are set to revolutionise global transportation. The company has successfully completed a groundbreaking challenge that pushes the boundaries of self-driving vehicle technology, human achievement.
Bandag is ready for the exciting road ahead
Bridgestone’s retread business, Bandag, is ready for the road ahead with a reenergised proposition designed to help fleets and dealers achieve greater sustainability and cost efficiency
Labcraft launches new website to help operators choose the right lighting for their fleet
Labcraft, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance LED lighting for commercial vehicles, has launched a fully redesigned website that makes it easier for customers to find and specify the right lighting solutions for their vehicles.
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Operators turn to AssetGo for tachograph compliance
Fleet operators across the UK are increasingly turning to AssetGo, the all-in-one fleet compliance platform, to manage tachograph analysis, monitor drivers’ hours, and reduce the risks of non-compliance.
New Fleete TCO calculator explores the tipping point for electric HGV cost parity
Fleete, the fleet charging solutions provider, has launched a free, open-source Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator to help the industry explore how electric HGVs can achieve cost parity with diesel, and the policy levers most likely to deliver it.
Yutong TE7 Electric Truck Now Eligible for Plug-in Truck Grant
Pelican Electric Trucks is delighted to announce that the Yutong TE7 7.5-tonne electric truck has been officially approved for the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) Plug-in Truck Grant scheme