Complying with drivers’ hours rules is an essential safeguard against fatigue, unfair competition and risk to life, the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain explain in their latest blog. They highlight common areas of non-compliance with drivers’ hours, including...
Bathgate-based haulier Jordan TM has strengthened its fleet with the addition of eight new Volvo FH Aero tractor units, all specified with the premium Euro NCAP Special Edition package, writes Peter Brown. The move follows Volvo Trucks’ launch last year of a limited...
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has unveiled a hard-hitting Scottish manifesto, urging the next government to take immediate action to support the country’s road transport sector. Launched at a parliamentary exhibition in Holyrood, the “Driving Scotland” plan...
More than half of transport companies established in the past five years are no longer operating, according to data from Companies House, writes Peter Brown. Freight forwarder Breakwells Transport analysed Companies House records for transport companies incorporated...
A flagship DAF XG+ nicknamed The Guv’nor in honour of John McLellan senior has joined the fleet at Keedwell Scotland, writes Peter Brown. The truck recognises the firm’s forefather and inspiration, John McLellan Senior, and features a picture of him with his first...
A fund to support road safety projects across Scotland is now open for applications, writes Peter Brown. A total of £750,000 is available through the Road Safety Framework Fund to support schemes aimed at saving lives on Scotland’s roads. The Scottish Government said...
In the current issue of Transport News, the sector report turns the spotlight on the lorry loader market, widely known across the industry as “lift & shift”. A clear theme is emerging across the marketplace: the gradual replacement of traditional donkey engines...
Logistics UK has launched its search for the Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026, inviting drivers to nominate the truck stops that consistently go the extra mile, writes Peter Brown. Lorry drivers are being encouraged to highlight the locations that truly meet and...