XB replaces LF range in DAF line-up
DAF has brought its light/medium-weight distribution range into line with the rest of its truck offering by relaunching the LF as the XB. With a new chassis, the XB will […]
Diageo road-tests HVO with Malcolm Group
Alcoholic drinks giant Diageo is trialling HVO fuel in partnership with Malcolm Group, in an experiment that could save up to 171 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year. The […]
Scania wins record 2,500-truck order
Scania has won a record order from a consortium of UK-based truck operators: the 2500-strong order includes 100 battery-electric tractor units which will be among the first of their kind […]
Logistics UK demands levy reform
The UK’s apprenticeship system needs a radical overhaul if businesses which make regular levy payments into the scheme are to be able to train new recruits using these funds, according […]
DfT issues update on secure truck parking
The Department for Transport (DfT) has said it is looking into the provision of additional and more secure truck parking capacity in England, with grants expected to be announced shortly. […]
TfL confirms DVS safety equipment changes
Transport for London has finalised details of its Progressive Safe System, which will be a requirement for HGVs over 12 tonnes with a Direct Vision Standard (DVS) rating of less […]
Report urges action by truck makers on battery supplies
Just two of the major European truck brands have secured long-term supplies of battery raw materials, according to campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E), in a new report which gauges […]
HGV levy to resume from August
Trade bodies are reminding operators that the HGV levy is to make its return from 1 August, following its suspension during difficult trading times for hauliers amidst the Covid crisis, […]
DVSA unveils ‘road to ER’ for new operators
The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency is trialling a new ‘road to DVSA Earned Recognition’ programme, which is open to new HGV and PSV operators whose licence was issued in […]