Electric van rules remain unchanged six months after pledge
Rules relating to the operation of electric vans remain unchanged despite the Government promising to make it easier for fleets to operate them. The Government announced in October, 2023, that…
Renault Megane E-Tech: updated prices, specification and range
Renault has updated the pricing and specification of the Megane E-Tech Electric, which is now £500 cheaper across the line-up. The car is now available for £33,995 and is offered…
SMMT: Record Number Of CVs On UK Roads
Record numbers of commercial vehicles are now in use, according to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The 2023 numbers include 625,873 HGVs and…
Unite Warning Ahead Of New Brexit Border Checks Launch
Unite is warning of EU border delays as increased Brexit border checks kick in (30 April) on plant and animal products arriving to the UK from the EU. The checks…
3R Solutions Strikes Quick Deal For New Tipper Trailers With Fruehauf
West Lothian-based waste management and recycling company 3R Solutions has praised Fruehauf for delivering 14 Smoothsider tippers in a matter of weeks, helping the firm prepare for an important new…
Ford hands-free driving aid investigated after fatal crashes
Ford’s hands-off driver assistance system BlueCruise is being investigated by safety regulators after two fatal crashes in the US. In both incidents, the Ford Mustang Mach-E cars collided with vehicles…
Half of UK fleets deploying second-hand vehicles
A growing proportion of UK fleets are deploying second-hand vehicles to be used as pool or job need cars, new research suggests. The 2024 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet and Mobility…
Absence of driving for work policy for one in four
A high proportion of employers are failing in their duty of care obligations by not having a driving for work policy. That’s according to a poll conducted by Driving for…
Cupra unveils new Leon and Formentor models with major changes
Cupra has updated the Leon and Formentor, bringing new technology and powertrains along with a major styling overhaul. A key upgrade is the new eHybrid models, which offer lower company…
GXO completes acquisition of Wincanton
The sale of Wincanton to US giant GXO Logistics has been completed for £762 million. Wincanton chairman Sir Martin Read, senior director Gillian Barr, and non-executive directors Anthony Bickerstaff, Mihiri…