Articles by Transport News

WHEELY-SAFE technology is being rolled out across Kier Highways Solutions’ fleet of 25 commercial vehicles and trailers. A division of construction giants Kier, it currently has the product fitted to one Volvo FH 6×2 tractor […]

VOLVO has taken its FH I-Save concept one step further to increase optimisation of the engine’s combustion process. The overall weight and internal friction have been reduced, while the turbo charger and oil pump have […]

“IF WE could give customers a parts service that was easier to use, faster on delivery and offered greater value for money, why would we not do it?” said Simon Shields, joint managing director of […]

As new trailers continue to roll off the production line, Schmitz Cargobull UK’s Paul Avery is looking to increase numbers and bring more of the assembly process to the UK, writes Kevin Swallow. BEFORE Christmas […]

Transport News looks at the impact of IR35 tax regulations on the logistics sector. By Carol Millett. THIS MONTH marks the first anniversary of the launch of the HMRC’s new IR35 tax regulations. Introduced in […]

Cold-chain operators are facing a spike in costs now that diesel’s subsidy has ended. Jack Carfrae explains the details and the alternatives. YOU MAY have noticed that running a haulage company is not cheap, and […]

The move to electric vehicles has opened up opportunities for new competition in the heavy truck sector, with Swedish based Volta Trucks leading the pack. Kevin Swallow speaks to Duncan Forrester about turning ambition into […]

The boss of Highlands based Seafield Park Transport has bought haulage businesses John H Roberts and R&F Campbell. Steven Barclay spoke to Kevin Swallow about fleet expansion, increasing the customer base and ordering new trucks. […]

COMMERCIAL vehicle specialist Asset Alliance Group has appointed Craig Wells as contract hire truck & trailer business development manager, with a remit to support the company’s continued growth and unlock new opportunities in the market. […]