News

  • Government consults on zero-emission van sales targets

    Published On: Tuesday 18 August 2026

    The Department for Transport (DfT) has opened a consultation on the operation of the ZEV Mandate, which sets annual targets for the percentage of vans and cars sold that must [...]

  • RHA calls for drivers’ views on VRU detection systems

    Published On: Monday 17 August 2026

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has called for HGV drivers to share their real-world experience of onboard systems that detect nearby vulnerable road users (VRUs) with researchers from Loughborough University, [...]

  • Menzies Distribution Solutions adds electric Scanias to fleet

    Published On: Monday 17 August 2026

    Three new 42-tonne Scania tractor units are the first battery-electric trucks to join the fleet of Menzies Distribution Solutions (MDS) through the eFreight 2030 programme. The trucks are the first [...]

  • Goggins Transport opts for Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin tractors

    Published On: Friday 14 August 2026
  • RTX Scotland 2026 to be ‘bigger and better’

    Published On: Thursday 13 August 2026
  • Fernwood Transport strengthens fleet with 12 Renault Trucks

    Published On: Wednesday 12 August 2026
  • MAN begins series production of MCS-ready electric trucks

    Published On: Tuesday 4 August 2026

Commercial News

  • Intangles: mechanical health is ‘forgotten variable’ in fuel efficiency

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026

    Commercial fleet fuel reduction strategies almost invariably centre on the driver, says fleet management specialist Intangles – with speed limiters, route planning, and eco-driving modules dominating agendas. “Yet, these behavioural [...]

  • Before blaming the driver: five fuel-system checks that protect mpg

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026

    When fuel consumption rises, driving style is often the first place operators look. Diesel Technic’s Parts Specialists explain why the vehicle’s fuel system should be checked before the driver takes [...]

  • Package Control: why quality webbing is the unsung hero of load restraint

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026

    Package Control U.K. Ltd has emphasised the importance of quality webbing when specifying load restraint systems. “In the world of load restraint, the hardware gets all the glory,” said Package [...]

  • Pullman puts VMU load handling in the spotlight

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026
  • ZF: how software-defined CVs can transform yard operations

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026
  • Stertil loading bay systems for VGP Park East Midlands

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026
  • BPW offers smart approach to load restraint

    Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026