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Month: March 2023

Can you create a smarter van advertisement strategy

Vans can be used for more than the transportation of goods. The vehicles can also promote them, along with anything else that’s worthy of being marketed.

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RHA calls for improved security at roadside facilities

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is pushing for improved security at roadside facilities as the cost of food cargo theft has nearly tripled to around ÂŁ700 million in just over a decade.

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Tyre saving tips for HGVs

As an HGV owner / operator, tyres are one of the most important components of your vehicle. Proper tyre maintenance not only helps to ensure your safety on the road, but it can also save you money on replacement costs and improve fuel efficiency.

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Solving the HGV truck driver shortage in Europe

The shortage of Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) truck drivers in the UK is a complex issue, and there is no simple solution to this problem, which is crippling the haulage and distribution sectors. Here HGVUk.com offers some potential strategies that could help alleviate the driver shortage : Improved working conditions:...

IRU welcomes EU alternative fuel infrastructure deal

The International Road Transport Union has welcomed the provisional agreement reached between the European Council, Commission and Parliament on the alternative fuels infrastructure regulation (AFIR).

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VisionTrack continues partnership with British Truck Racing Championship  

VisionTrack is extending its longstanding partnership with the British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) for a further year. As official video telematics provider, the company will deliver an advanced vehicle camera solution for all competing trucks in Division 1 and Division 2 of the BTRC. Teaming up with Truck Sport UK,...

8 top tips for safe HGV driving

HGVUK.com has compiled its 8 top tips for safe HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) driving.

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Safety features to consider for your transport company

When you run a transport company, the safety of your passengers and cargo is paramount. That’s why it’s essential to understand all available vehicle safety features before investing in new vehicles for your business. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at some of these vital components. No...

VisionTrack joins Together for Safer Roads Board

VisionTrack, a leading provider of AI video telematics and connected vehicle data, is taking a major new role in the fight against worldwide road deaths and injuries. CEO, Simon Marsh, and President of Global Sales, Richard Kent, have been appointed to the Governing Board of global NGO, Together for Safer...

Volta Trucks secures European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for the all-electric Volta Zero

Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has received European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero vehicle.

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New alliance to decarbonise European road freight transport

A new alliance has been launched in a bid to fight climate change and decarbonise European road freight transport.

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Industry groups want carbon neutral fuels recognition

Road transport, shippers and energy groups in Europe have called for carbon neutral fuels to be recognised as a long-term decarbonisation solution, alongside electrification and hydrogen, for a well-functioning and stable EU logistics sector.

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