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Five quick vehicle checks before any road trip

A road trip is an exciting adventure that promises new experiences and breathtaking sights. Whether you’re planning a cross-country trip or a weekend getaway, it’s important to make sure your car is in optimal condition before you hit the road. Performing a simple vehicle check before a road trip not...

MEPs have backed new rules to reduce road transport emissions

MEPs have agreed with the levels proposed by the European Commission for pollutant emissions (such as nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and ammonia) for passenger cars and have proposed an additional breakdown of emissions into three categories for light commercial vehicles based on their weight. The adopted text proposes...

EU ready to revise HGV driving licence rules

The European Commission’s proposal to revise the driving licence rules provides the possibility to remove some of the major barriers to attracting more talent to the EU pool of drivers, according to the International Road Transport Union.

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Johnsons Hotel Linen chooses Tiger Trailers

Johnsons Hotel Linen, one of the UK’s largest hotel laundry hire and service providers, has begun introducing to its fleet fifty-two rigids and three fixed double decks manufactured by Tiger Trailers, with an emphasis on durability to meet its demanding operations.

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Five marks of a luxury car

When it comes to the auto industry, there are a lot of things that absolutely scream luxury – but true luxury comes in a few features that might not always be loud. More often than not, luxury comes in the form of things that make your drive more comfortable –...

Preparing for Peak Season Precision

Preparing for the rise and fall in demand around peak season shopping is nothing new to retailers – certainly not for pure-play ecommerce brands who are reliant on what is often a single, make-or-break, touchpoint with their consumer audience: the point of order fulfilment.

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How to know when your tyre pressure is falling

Without checking your car or doing a reading, can you tell us what your current car tyre pressures are?

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IRU calls for standard salary calculation template

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) have asked the European Commission to develop a standard salary calculation template for HGV drivers across Europe.

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Transport companies and unions sign sustainability and just transition pact

The IRU and ITF have reinforced their commitment to drive a just transition and improve the accessibility and attractiveness of the commercial driver profession with a Just Transition for Transport pledge.

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Pocket Box scoops Northern Ireland Road Safety Award

Pocket Box, the vehicle and driver management software specialist, was a winner at the Northern Ireland Road Safety Awards. The company received the business category for the development of innovative fleet technology applications that are helping vehicle operators to improve road safety, protect drivers and enhance compliance.

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AYBL chooses Descartes Peoplevox Warehouse Management System

U.K.-based ecommerce brand AYBL, an innovative online retailer of activewear, has transformed its warehouse and fulfilment capabilities by replacing paper-based picking and manual fulfilment practices with Descartes Peoplevox warehouse management system (WMS).

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Applied Driving offers fleets free access to driver education resources  

Applied Driving, the global provider of driver safety and performance management solutions, is offering free access to its e-learning module library and complimentary downloadable resources to coincide with Brake’s annual Road Safety Week campaign. The company is encouraging fleets to take advantage of the free resources during November to help...