Senior TC Bell to step down in 2017 while Wales gets own TC
Published On: Friday 19 August 2016
Senior traffic commissioner Beverley Bell has announced she will step down from her post next year, while Nick Jones is relinquishing the West Midlands traffic commissioner (TC) role to become [...]
The Road Haulage Association has welcomed proposals for an improved funding package for transport sector apprentices – which it says will “open up even more opportunities for smaller firms”. From [...]
Trucks will automatically swerve to avoid collision
Published On: Wednesday 10 August 2016
The ‘uncrashable truck’ has come a step closer as ZF has revealed an Evasive Maneuver Assist (EMA) system, which it has developed in conjunction with braking system specialist Wabco. The [...]
Federal-Mogul developments ‘to ramp up engine performance’
Published On: Friday 5 August 2016
New piston, ring and cylinder liner technologies that promise increased performance, reduced emissions and greater durability from heavy-duty diesel engines will be revealed by Federal-Mogul at Germany’s IAA Show in [...]
‘Widespread anger’ as ‘cartel’ truck makers fined €2.9 billion
Published On: Friday 22 July 2016
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has reported “widespread anger” among hauliers and says it is considering representing the industry in pursuit of compensation, following the European Commission’s (EC) imposition of [...]
Following a tumultuous few weeks in British politics, trade associations representing the road transport sector have called for dialogue with the new prime minister, Theresa May, to ensure the industry’s [...]
Driverless vehicles consultation ‘a positive step’
Published On: Wednesday 20 July 2016
The Freight Transport Association has welcomed a consultation by the Department for Transport (DfT) into issues surrounding driverless vehicles and their uptake on UK roads. While passenger cars are the [...]
The European Commission has released its strategy for low-emission mobility, which it says represents an essential aspect of Europe’s ability to stay competitive in the years ahead, and cater to [...]
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has announced the winners in its three ‘Driver of the Year’ contests for 2016, which celebrate driving excellence in the 44-tonne, 18-tonne and light commercial [...]
