2021-07-10 13:09
A plan by the government to temporarily extend the working hours of HGV drivers in a bid to end the lorry driver shortage has led to criticism from some quarters.
The government says that fr… Read More
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Tesla announced its new all-electric semi truck in November, the big-name players in shipping and logistics were quick to take notice. Last month, the company extended reservations from North America to markets including the UK, Norway and the Netherlands – prompting even more excitement
2021-07-09 12:18
The war of words over the UK’s HGV driver shortage has stepped up a gear with a transport minister accusing hauliers of being ‘complacent’.
Baroness Vere said that the gove… Read More
2021-07-08 11:52
Three of the largest lorry manufacturing groups in Europe have teamed up to create a network of electric truck charging points for HGVs.
The call has been made by Volvo Group, Traton Group … Read More
2021-07-07 12:11
A call by hauliers to relax immigration rules for EU lorry drivers will not help resolve the shortage of truck drivers in the UK, a union has warned.
Unite says that granting temporary… Read More
2021-07-06 12:06
This is the new Volta Zero prototype chassis that has been unveiled by Volta Trucks with a unique design and which is being built at an industry-leading pace.
The running prototype chassis i… Read More
2021-07-05 13:30
In a bid to help customers plan ahead, Scania has revealed plans to introduce a ‘substantially’ updated Euro 6 compliant truck range – which will include a new 13-litre pow… Read More
2021-07-03 12:04
The new DrivePoint tyre pressure monitoring system for trailers and HGVs from Goodyear is, the firm says, user-friendly.
This is the third alternative for firms wanting to monitor tyre press… Read More
2021-07-02 12:06
The wages for lorry drivers in the UK have seen a big jump with the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit, the BBC reports.
According to a news report, a shortage of lorry drivers is now leading frei… Read More
2021-07-01 11:40
The construction and building materials firm Tarmac UK has revealed that it has reached a major HGV fleet milestone.
This is part of its commitment to move its entire fleet of heavy goods ve… Read More
2021-06-28 11:44
The Mercedes Actros L truck has been unveiled and it’s the most luxurious and largest production model yet.
The new vehicle joins the Actros family which was launched in 2018.
Trucking… Read More
2021-06-26 12:16
Two weeks after its high-profile European launch, a surge of customers in the UK are already placing orders for the DAF XF, XG and XG+ trucks.
DAF say they are delighted with the response fr… Read More
2021-06-25 12:35
The rugged reliability of 8×4 Mercedes-Benz Arocs tippers so impressed Barrachander Quarry boss Calum McCrae that he has invested in two more.
The customer-focused backup from Western… Read More
2021-06-24 11:58
A new digital service unveiled by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will enable HGV drivers in England, Scotland and Wales to apply and pay for their tachograph cards online.
Th… Read More
2021-06-23 11:45
Police officers in North Yorkshire have been using an unmarked HGV to capture driving offenders on the roads.
The cab has been loaned to the police and is part of a road safety operation wit… Read More
2021-06-22 11:49
The Government needs to act immediately with funded training and seasonal visas to tackle a shortage of truck drivers, Logistics UK says.
The organisation points to more than 45,000 HGV driv… Read More
2021-06-21 11:37
A lack of truck drivers in the UK will lead to a food crisis as the food supply chain struggles to make deliveries, experts fear.
The UK’s biggest supermarket chain, Tesco, has confess… Read More
2021-06-19 11:21
The road transport industry is being urged to invest more in tyre technician training to boost road safety.
Continental Tyres says there are more commercial vans and vehicles on the UK&rsquo&hell…Read More
2021-06-18 12:15
This is the new DAF XF, XG and XG+ line-up of trucks.
The truck maker says the offerings will deliver a full suite of active and passive safety features and help to deliver the ‘next l… Read More
2021-06-18 12:10
If you drive for a living and work in the UK’s southeast, you’ll probably be familiar with the Dartford Crossing. In which case you may also be well aware of the Dart Charge pay… Read More
2021-06-17 12:39
You are what you eat, and a new study reveals that a poor diet may be increasing the risk of truck drivers becoming dangerous drivers.
The claim comes from researchers in Suzhou, China, who… Read More
2021-06-16 13:41
Europe’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers, Schmitz Cargobull, has unveiled plans for a new factory in the UK.
The factory will be in Manchester where the firm will build customise… Read More
2021-06-15 11:41
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has unveiled an action plan that it claims will help combat the crisis in driver recruitment.
They say that the haulage sector is short of 65,000 trained d… Read More
2021-06-14 11:59
Tyre maker Goodyear and global tech firm ZF have teamed up to offer a connected fleet and tyre management platform for trailer and commercial truck operators.
The strategic tie-up brings tog… Read More
2021-06-11 12:47
Just when you thought technology couldn’t get any more distracting for drivers, along comes the video conference.
The coronavirus pandemic may have led to fewer vehicles on the road ov… Read More
2021-06-09 14:30
The 2021 FIA European Truck Racing Championship commences its season with the opening
rounds being held at the Hungaroring circuit this weekend, 12th & 13th June.
16 drivers have committ… Read More
2021-06-09 12:26
Got questions about how to pay the Dart Charge? You’ve come to the right place. We have answers to all your queries about paying the Dart Charge, showing you how you can save money, an… Read More
2021-06-09 11:49
When most people think about driving licences, their main focus is on passing their driving test. After all, that’s the one thing separating you from getting behind the wheel.
But just… Read More
2021-06-07 12:51
New coronavirus rules applying to hauliers from outside the UK has come into effect on 6 April.
Transport secretary Grant Shapps has announced that lorry drivers arriving in England from out… Read More
2021-06-07 11:11
There are more than 40 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, of those around 600,000 are trucks. That’s a lot of vehicles, a lot of torque, and a lot of competition among trucking… Read More
2021-06-04 11:39
A new campaign designed to encourage drivers to ‘go left’ if they break down on the motorway has been launched by Highways England.
The campaign is part of an effort to improve s… Read More
2021-06-02 13:30
Nearly 78,000 drivers who pay the Dart Charge might be in line for a refund after accounts were automatically closed due to inactivity.
An investigation by consumer website MoneySavingExpert… Read More
2021-06-02 11:26
Most drivers in the UK will know about London’s congestion charge. It’s been in place since 2003 and requires drivers to pay a daily fee to travel within central London. Yet stil… Read More
2021-05-31 14:09
More than £1 million is sitting in unused Dart Charge payment accounts after the coronavirus pandemic left accounts inactive.
According to research carried out by consumer website Mone… Read More
2021-05-28 11:47
The UK’s haulage industry has warned that the disruption to Britain’s trade is not going away.
Recent data shows that the chaos at the start of the year – which the governm… Read More
2021-05-26 13:06
How many of us bother reading the terms and conditions that affect our working days? Probably not that many.
However, depending on the industry, T&Cs relating to our working lives can ha… Read More
2021-05-24 12:38
If you’re used to driving around the M25 to the east of London, you’ll know the Dartford Crossing all too well. Spanning the River Thames, the Dartford crossing had toll booths i… Read More
2021-05-21 12:44
Depending on where you’re heading, the journey across the Dartford Crossing may be a regular part of your day. If so, paying the Dart Charge will also be all too familiar to you.
But… Read More
2021-05-19 13:03
What age group of drivers has the most penalty points on their driving licence – teenagers or OAPs?
According to findings by the road safety charity IAM RoadSmart, more than 304,000 ov… Read More
2021-05-17 13:10
Most cargo theft happens in the trucking sector. This is one of the key findings in the latest cargo theft report published by supply chain insurer TT Club and supply chain intelligence firm… Read More
2021-05-14 12:33
With UK unemployment rates rising and the HGV driver shortage an ongoing issue, the logical answer would be to get more people working as lorry drivers.
But while that might be the obvious s… Read More
2021-05-12 12:58
It takes a special type of person (and training) to drive an LGV or HGV.
There’s more to getting behind the wheel of an articulated lorry than just driving from A to B. It can be a dem… Read More
2021-05-10 13:14
When training to become an LGV or HGV driver, it soon becomes clear that there are a number of forms that need to be filled in.
The D2 is perhaps the most important of these – it is th… Read More
2021-05-07 12:20
The use of longer semi-trailers (LSTs) on Britain’s roads has been given the green light by transport secretary Grant Schapps.
Speaking in front of a transport select committee, Schapp… Read More
2021-05-05 12:50
Fleet managers are being urged to set out cost-effective fleet road safety strategies and prioritise work-related safety for drivers.
Following the publication of the Road Safety Pays Divide… Read More
2021-05-03 12:15
The difference between HGV and LGV has been a long-running discussion. Of course, the answer is quite simple: the two are interchangeable (heavy or large goods vehicle), once you forget abou… Read More
2021-04-30 13:37
New research has revealed that drivers consider potholes in roads to be a more serious concern than drink-driving or texting while behind the wheel.
IAM RoadSmart’s annual Safety Cultu… Read More
2021-04-28 11:50
Despite the concerns about post-Brexit delays at Dover, most truck drivers are border ready. Queues at the end of the transition period have largely been avoided, although the chaos at Dover… Read More
2021-04-26 12:13
To help hauliers stay up to date with new tax rules, HMRC has published advice on how to stay compliant.
The new rules, which come into effect on 6 April this year, state that hauliers emplo… Read More
2021-04-23 12:28
What do you call yours? Do you drive a lorry, truck, rigid lorry, HGV or LGV? What’s the difference anyway?
When you start looking at the words themselves, you start finding some diffe… Read More
2021-04-21 13:36
This year, motorists can expect a series of new driving laws to come into effect. Failing to comply with these laws could result in a fine, penalty points, or even their car insurance being… Read More
2021-04-19 13:21
HGV drivers are being urged to remain vigilant as the number of cargo thefts continues to rise.
According to data from the freight division of the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service… Read More
2021-04-16 12:35
A new government-funded report has recommended that the drink-drive limit in England and Wales is lowered. Increased alcohol consumption coupled with reduced traffic-police numbers during th… Read More
2021-04-14 13:20
Driving an HGV or LGV requires care and attention. It’s important to stay safe on the road and keep security front of mind.
HGV drivers have a lot to think about on every journey, so h… Read More
2021-04-12 13:13
Wondering how to become an HGV driver? As well as finding HGV driving jobs and getting your licence, you’ll also need to navigate a job interview. It can be a nerve-racking experience… Read More
2021-04-09 12:14
New proposals being drafted by the Department for Transport (DfT) could give local councils more powers to issue penalty fines to motorists.
Drivers being caught making illegal turns, veerin… Read More
2021-04-07 14:29
If you’re looking for a career change, you might think about becoming an HGV driver. As far as jobs go, it can be a challenge and it’s not going to suit everyone, but it might al… Read More
2021-04-05 12:13
The number of drivers being targeted by scammers is rising. Between July and September 2020, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) saw a 603% increase in reported scams compared to… Read More
2021-04-02 11:46
If you’re thinking about starting your career as an LGV or HGV driver, you’ve got an exciting journey ahead of you. But you’ve also got to work out exactly what kind of veh… Read More
2021-03-31 12:57
What is it about car manufacturers and their fascination with trucks? You’ve got Mercedes-Benz which is the sister company of Freightliner. Volkswagen is about to buy Navistar. And the… Read More
2021-03-29 11:54
Continental is working with brake manufacturer Knorr-Bremse to develop level 4 autonomy technology in trucks.
Level 4 autonomy means a vehicle is designed to drive itself under almost all ci… Read More
2021-03-26 12:51
Tax must be paid on virtually all vehicles that are registered in the UK – and that includes HGVs.
However, not all drivers are following the rules. According to data from the Departme… Read More
2021-03-24 12:41
Industry Group Logistics UK has called for an overhaul of how the UK’s roads are policed, suggesting that the system should be operated on a national basis to ensure consistency.
This… Read More
2021-03-22 13:10
2020 has presented us all with a lot of challenges. At least we didn’t have to think about changes to IR35 legislation as well. We’ve still got that to look forward to…
Po… Read More
2021-03-19 13:55
The government needs to urgently tackle the driver shortage by focusing on HGV driver training, apprenticeships and HGV driver tests, says Logistics UK.
More needs to be done, says the… Read More
2021-03-17 15:23
Could old tyres be the answer to the UK’s pothole problem? Infrastructure support company Amey thinks so.
Teaming up with manufacturer Roadmender Asphalt, the company has created a new… Read More
2021-03-15 12:24
When you drive for a living, it’s important that you understand road safety. Not just for your own safety as a truck driver, but also for the safety of those around you.
When talking a… Read More
2021-03-12 13:48
Working as an HGV driver has its share of highs and lows. It can be extremely rewarding, but it can also be utterly infuriating. But that can be said about the majority of jobs, right? So do… Read More
2021-03-08 14:35
The DVLA stopped using paper tax discs in 2014, but taxing your vehicle is still vitally important. Failing to renew your vehicle tax could leave you facing a hefty fine. If you need to chec… Read More
2021-03-05 13:14
The government’s proposal to increase the maximum weight of HGVs to 48 tonnes is being seen as a positive move towards greener road haulage. It will also help progress the conversation… Read More
2021-03-01 16:46
Worn or damaged tyres are dangerous, yet there are still reports of vehicles with tyres that pose a serious risk to road safety.
HGV operators and maintenance inspectors need to make the rig… Read More
2021-02-26 12:39
Let’s be honest, not everyone in the trucking industry is a huge fan of tech. After all, it’s hard to embrace something that’s threatening to take away your job.
But even t… Read More
2021-02-24 13:09
The newly-launched CALM Driver campaign aims to raise awareness of truck drivers’ mental health. A collaborative effort between Driving for Better Business (DfBB), Highways England and… Read More
2021-02-22 13:27
To anyone who spends time behind the wheel, it’s no surprise to learn that tailgating is a common occurrence.
New cameras are being trialled in the UK to catch drivers who tailgate. In… Read More
2021-02-19 11:53
It takes a bit of time and practice to learn how to drive a car. But it takes a lot of skill and effort to become a truck driver. And if you want to be the best truck driver, you need to hon… Read More
2021-02-17 13:51
Considering truck drivers are such a vital part of keeping the global economy running smoothly, it’s a shame they don’t get paid accordingly.
Unfortunately, the world hasn’… Read More
2021-02-15 11:59
For years, other people’s bad driving was something we’ve had to grin and bear. But then dashcams appeared on the scene.
According to research by consumer car mag WhatCar? v… Read More
2021-02-12 11:49
There’s something about truck drivers and their trucks that’s appealed to certain film makers.
The possibilities are endless. The struggling truck driver trying to turn his life… Read More
2021-02-10 12:43
It seems that not all signs need to appear in the Highway Code before they make it onto UK roads.
A road sign that has been spotted on some of the UK’s routes has left some drivers scr… Read More
2021-02-08 13:27
New data has revealed the transport sector has an injury rate far higher than the average in other sectors.
The figures, published by the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE), show t… Read More
2021-02-02 14:24
The transportation of goods is an essential business, but it’s also a complicated one. The logistics of getting multiple items to multiple destinations means there’s increasing c… Read More
2021-01-29 16:27
Everyone knows the penalties for drinking and driving include hefty fines and imprisonment, and can lead to death. Yet a worrying number of drivers are still caught behind the wheel when the… Read More
2021-01-28 10:19
Every HGV driven in the UK is subject to the HGV road user levy. The levy was introduced in 2014 as part of the HGV Road User Levy Act 2013. From February 2019, greener, less-polluting HGVs… Read More
2021-01-25 08:52
Truck drivers travelling to Europe over the coming weeks are being urged to check the Covid-19 testing requirements of the specific countries they are travelling to.
Several countries have i… Read More
2021-01-22 14:53
A survey conducted for the RAC has revealed that 8% of drivers in the UK admit to taking part in video calls while behind the wheel. Among drivers aged 17-24 years that figure increases to 1… Read More
2021-01-20 17:03
Truck drivers in the UK have been pulled up by an angling club in Staffordshire for using a local beauty spot as a toilet.
HGV drivers were given a ticking off by Chesterton Community Anglin… Read More
2021-01-18 15:29
Keeping on top of the cost of fuel is virtually impossible. Whether it’s because of tax increases or events in the Middle East, prices are constantly fluctuating. And that means it&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-01-15 12:57
A new survey has revealed that less than half of companies running trucks on England’s motorways and A-roads feel they meet their business needs.
According to the Logistics and Coach S… Read More
2021-01-13 15:10
HGV drivers in Kent have been fined more than £32,000 since 1st January 2021.
Since the UK left the single market, new rules have come into play for HGV drivers crossing the border bet… Read More
2021-01-08 15:13
Apple products worth a total of £5 million were stolen from an HGV in the UK. The lorry was targeted on a slip road to the M1 motorway in Northamptonshire. The thieves made off with th… Read More
2021-01-04 16:00
Vehicle-mounted image recognition technology is being used on Britain’s roads to create ‘intelligent’ maps of roadside assets.
The Roadside Asset Data Service (RoADS) initi… Read More
2020-12-30 15:45
The situation we saw at Dover over the Christmas period was a “national embarrassment” and “must not be repeated.”
In a letter to transport minister Richard Agnew, fr… Read More
2020-12-23 15:13
France has reopened its borders with the UK to truck drivers who test negative to Covid-19. Borders had been closed for 48 hours since Sunday to reduce the spread of a new coronavirus varian… Read More
2020-12-21 15:09
France has blocked arrival of cargo from the UK for 48 hours, reports The Guardian. The ban, which came into effect at 11pm on Sunday 20th December, is expected to have a ‘devastating… Read More
2020-12-18 16:05
When it comes to driving, there are all sorts of gender stereotypes. Women are safer drivers, men are better drivers, and young male drivers are more prone to breaking drink driving rules&he&hell…Read More
2020-12-17 12:43
A total of 33 road haulage associations from around Europe have signed an open letter calling on all parties to agree on a Brexit deal. Among them are the Road Haulage Association and Logist… Read More
2020-12-11 16:07
UK police have warned they will be targeting drink and drug drivers over the Christmas period in their annual drink driving campaign. That means anyone getting behind the wheel too soon afte… Read More
2020-12-10 10:32
In August 2020, Freedom of Information requests from British Police Forces showed that almost 10,000 vans were stolen across the UK in the previous 12 months. And, with vans a… Read More
2020-12-07 15:28
Fuel is one of the biggest expenses the trucking industry has to deal with. So it stands to reason that if a trucking company is going to make a profit, it needs to know how to calculate fue… Read More
2020-12-07 15:07
The coronavirus pandemic caused a huge boom in internet shopping, meaning greater demand for goods to be moved between e-commerce fulfilment centres. The global logistics system found itself… Read More
2020-12-02 10:02
No need to speed. It’s a phrase most truck drivers would agree with, and also the theme of this year’s UK Road Safety Week.
The theme was chosen after a survey conducted by the r… Read More
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