Extending London’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) nationwide would give vulnerable road users outside the capital the same protection, according to Brigade Electronics, writes Peter Brown. The vehicle safety specialist said a national scheme would also provide greater...
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£1.94bn A9 dualling framework moves to tender
Transport Scotland has formally invited tenders for its £1.94 billion A9 Dualling Delivery Framework Agreement, writes Peter Brown. The framework will be used to procure the remaining sections of the A9 Dualling Programme between Perth and Inverness, marking the final...
BYDs new electric truck given Euro NCAP five-star safety
BYD has joined Mercedes-Benz and Scania in achieving a five-star Euro NCAP rating and CitySafe award for vision, writes Peter Brown. The ETT44 from Chinese manufacturer BYD was tested as a 4x2 tractor unit and judged to have ‘excellent direct vision’, thanks to its...
Lorry drivers booking a Moto Travelodge get free truck parking
Motorway service area operator Moto is offering free truck parking to lorry drivers who book a room at any of its Travelodge sites where truck parking is available. The offer follows a meeting between DriverWell founder Peter McKenna and Moto Hospitality trading...
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RTX Scotland 2026 goes large
Scottish road transport operators are being invited to connect with industry peers at RTX Scotland this November, as the dedicated business exhibition returns to Glasgow with a larger footprint, an expanded exhibitor line-up and an enhanced programme of events. Taking...
Volvo wins International Truck of the Year award for electric range
Volvo Trucks has won the International Truck of the Year award for its updated heavy-duty electric range, writes Peter Brown. It is the second time the Volvo FH Electric has received the accolade. With a driving range of up to 700km, Volvo Trucks’ heavy-duty electric...
Volvo unveils centenary edition FH range
Volvo Trucks is marking the Volvo Group’s 100th anniversary in 2027 with a special edition of its FH, FH16 and FH Aero ranges, writes Peter Brown. The Volvo 100-Year Edition will be available to order from September 2026, with diesel, gas and electric powertrains...
Mercedes-Benz Actros L wins Motor Transport’s Fleet Truck of the Year
The Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin has been named Fleet Truck of the Year 2026 at the Motor Transport Awards, beating competition on fuel economy, driver appeal, safety and aftersales support, writes Peter Brown. Judges singled out the Actros L for delivering...









