• New government moves ahead with Driver CPC reforms

    Published On: Thursday 3 October 2024

    The new government has announced today that it intends to proceed with the previous administration’s planned reforms to the Driver CPC scheme, with the aim of introducing them in late [...]

  • Venta Global unveils Mylo

    Published On: Wednesday 2 October 2024

    Lighting specialist Venta Global has introduced the Mylo light to its range, which it describes as ‘the next big thing in vehicle scene lighting’. “Designed to keep things safe, smart, [...]

  • Bulk DVS grace period process announced for larger fleets

    Published On: Tuesday 1 October 2024

    The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has published details of a new process that will allow larger truck operators to make a bulk application to take advantage of the grace period [...]

  • Manufacturers issue IAA warnings on electric truck infrastructure

    Published On: Tuesday 1 October 2024

    Leading truck manufacturers exhibiting at last month’s IAA Transportation event in Hannover ad­mitted that European targets around the shift to electric trucks could be out of reach unless marked progress [...]

  • Trade groups: make transport a planning priority

    Published On: Tuesday 1 October 2024

    Organisations representing the road transport sector have responded to a government consultation on proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) which closed last month. The NPPF sets out [...]

  • Truck makers unveil latest innovations at IAA

    Published On: Monday 30 September 2024

    Taxes on trucks powered by fossil fuels should go up to en­courage hauliers to switch to zero-emission models; however, they must be increased slowly to avoid a damaging impact on [...]

  • Sentinel Systems welcomes PSS grace period

    Published On: Thursday 26 September 2024

    With the upcoming Direct Vision Standard (DVS) Progressive Safe System (PSS) deadline fast approaching, it’s vital for fleet operators to stay ahead of the curve, says equipment provider Sentinel Systems. [...]

  • New CheckedSafe features bring fleets added benefits

    Published On: Thursday 26 September 2024

    Multi-award-winning fleet management and compliance platform CheckedSafe is expanding its portfolio of services with a new GB Domestic Hours App, which is designed to inform drivers and operators of infringements [...]

  • Dr Air Brake: enhancing safety with Reverse Smart

    Published On: Thursday 26 September 2024

    Dr Air Brake’s safety product portfolio includes Reverse Smart, an advanced automatic controlled reverse braking system said to be especially suitable for use in high-risk environments. “From road sweepers, refuse [...]