Registrations of new trucks up 13.5% in 2023
UK registrations of new HGVs rose by 13.5 per cent in 2023, according to recently released figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), representing a growth in […]
Training to transition truck technicians to EV
Industry body Logistics UK is to launch IMI-accredited courses to equip heavy vehicle technicians to work on high-voltage electric vehicles. Logistics UK has formed a partnership with SMB College (Stephenson, […]
DVSA bulletin on tacho error message
The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has issued advice to heavy vehicle operators regarding an error message that is reportedly being wrongly displayed and recorded by some Stoneridge SE5000 […]
Plea for more time on DVS changes
Transport for London (TfL) is facing calls from industry to extend the timeframe for the introduction of more stringent safety equipment requirements for HGVs which fall below the necessary Direct […]
DfT outlines next steps on ER vehicle testing
The Department for Transport (DfT) has issued an update on its call for evidence on heavy vehicle testing, which sought feedback on a range of options that would relax current […]
Europe forges deal on heavy vehicle CO2 emissions
Negotiators for the European Parliament and Council of the European Union, which comprises ministers from EU member states, have reached a provisional political agreement on the way forward for the […]
Skiploaders are electric addition for Powerday
Recycling and waste management specialist Powerday has taken delivery of two new Volvo FE Electrics, said to be among the first zero-tailpipe emission skiploaders to be put into operation in […]
Econ electric gritter deal for Ringway
Econ Engineering’s fully electric-powered gritter has secured a landmark contract, the firm reports, with UK highways specialist Ringway signing up to take delivery of the E-QCB (Electric Quick Change Body). […]
Agreement reached on Euro 7 pollutant limits
A deal reached late last year between the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on the new Euro 7 emissions regime for road transport has set the likely […]