• Truck market appears steady

    Published On: Wednesday 10 January 2018

    With the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders no longer issuing prompt and detailed new truck registration, it is increasingly difficult to report on the state of the new truck [...]

  • Brexit could advantage DAF, says MD

    Published On: Wednesday 10 January 2018

    Robin Easton, who took over from Ray Ashworth as managing director of DAF Trucks last March, has said that although he personally thinks Brexit will not be in the best [...]

  • Entries open for Talent in Logistics 2018

    Published On: Monday 8 January 2018

    Capitb, the organiser of the Talent in Logistics Awards, has announced that entries for the event are now open. The annual awards are designed to provide an opportunity to recognise, [...]

  • Scania expands gas options

    Published On: Friday 5 January 2018

    The introduction of a gas-powered version of its 13-litre straight-six engine gives Scania a line-up of gas-powered trucks ranging from 280 to 410 hp. Scania’s new 13-litre engine can be [...]

  • Mandata delivers efficiency boost for J Priestley

    Published On: Tuesday 19 December 2017

    A Midlands haulage firm is planning the next phase of expansion following investment in a new transport management system (TMS), which has reportedly delivered substantial efficiency savings in less than [...]

  • New lighting launches for Valeo

    Published On: Wednesday 13 December 2017

    Vehicle components provider Valeo Service UK has announced the addition of new commercial vehicle lighting products to its portfolio. These include the Cibié MyBeam 046154 LED Worklamp, designed for Volvo [...]

  • Certas Energy launches new brand for South Wales fuel depots

    Published On: Tuesday 12 December 2017

    Independent fuels and lubricants supplier Certas Energy has announced the official launch of its brand in South Wales, uniting five depots in Cardiff, Cinderford, Hereford, Langstone and Three Cocks under [...]

  • TMD Friction accelerates to victory as IFA CV Supplier of the Year

    Published On: Tuesday 12 December 2017

    Brake friction technology provider TMD Friction has been named CV supplier of the year by the Independent Motor Trade Factors Associated Ltd (IFA). Winning the title for the third time [...]

  • How a healthy cashflow can help keep the wheels turning

    Published On: Monday 11 December 2017

    Andrew Ribbins, managing director of asset finance at Ultimate Finance, says external funding can help provide day-to-day financial security for fleet operators One of the challenges of operating in the [...]