New planning framework welcomed as pro-transport and may help fleets electrify
Published On: Friday 28 August 2026
The government’s new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) for England published this month gives a welcome boost to transport in general and the electrification of road freight in particular, including [...]
RHA ‘welcomes debate’ as Tories pledge to scrap diesel HGV phase-out dates
Published On: Thursday 27 August 2026
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has said it welcomes the debate that will be generated in the wake of a pledge by the Conservative Party to abandon the current planned [...]
Cambridgeshire-based supply chain specialist Bretts Transport is re-investing in its fleet with the addition of nine new DAF trucks, part of an ongoing operational efficiency drive within the business. Bretts [...]
Warnings over stowaways at ‘secure’ French truckstops
Published On: Friday 21 August 2026
DAF partnership to explore autonomous electric freight
Published On: Thursday 20 August 2026
Government consults on zero-emission van sales targets
Published On: Tuesday 18 August 2026
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Transaid launches 2026 Christmas Appeal
Published On: Tuesday 1 September 2026
International development organisation Transaid has launched its 2026 Christmas Appeal, inviting businesses and individuals to help create a brighter road ahead for communities across sub-Saharan Africa by supporting improved road [...]
Nissens Group takes new product lines to Automechanika
Published On: Friday 28 August 2026
Components provider Nissens Group is preparing to exhibit Automechanika Frankfurt (8-12 September) to promote a range of its latest product innovations. The stand is set to feature four new product lines [...]
Veloris promotes battery range in new catalogue and at Automechanika
Published On: Friday 28 August 2026
Battery solutions specialist Veloris, formerly Ecobat Battery, has released the first product catalogue under its new name. The 184-page volume covers the company’s full commercial vehicle battery range as well [...]