P&O FERRIES position as market leader on Europe’s busiest ferry route between Dover and Calais saw rises across its network. From June to August 2023, P&O Ferries saw a 71% increase in freight volumes on […]
Mercedes-Benz has called for the cost of running diesel-powered trucks to be increased, to boost the appeal of zero-tailpipe-emission vehicles. The suggestion came after a Mercedes-Benz GenH2 prototype truck completed a 1,000km journey on one […]
Vehicle transport specialist Glasgow Car Movers has entered administration with all 25 of its staff made redundant, reports Chris Tindall. Established in 1999 in Uddingston, Glasgow, the company regularly transported more than 1,000 vehicles each […]
A Sheffield Haulage firm has vowed never to park at Warwick Services again after 13 pallets of high value sportswear was stolen out of one of its lorries in the middle of the night, writes […]
The phase-out dates for diesel-powered HGVs could still change following the government’s announcement that it is to postpone its ban on the sale of new diesel and petrol cars, writes Chris Tindall. A spokesperson for […]
New and ‘onerous’ regulations on the use of longer semi-trailers (LSTs) are driving up running costs and creating inefficiencies, with some operators being forced to lay up their LSTs, RHA warned this week. The new […]
For the October 2023 issue, the Fleet in Focus feature put A McPhee Haulage of Oban under the spotlight with its two new tippers. They cover the west coast of Scotland, including the islands. To […]
Renfrewshire-based A&D Logistics returned to market with a six-figure deal for 10 Volvo used trucks. Alan Bolsworth spoke with Transport News about the fleet investment after a three-year hiatus, and the success of being a […]
LORRY drivers will benefit from better roadside facilities, more secure parking and improved rest areas thanks to £8 million in government funding. A total of 39 roadside facility operators across England will each receive a […]
THE RHA has welcomed Cambridge City Council’s decision to scrap plans for a congestion charge in the city. The announcement comes after the RHA had campaigned for the proposal to be dropped. Chris Ashley, RHA […]
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