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Barker and Stonehouse turns to Paragon

Barker and Stonehouse, the UK’s largest independent family-run furniture retailer, has invested in a logistics solution from Paragon to provide customers with a superior delivery service with more choice. Combining Paragon’s routing and scheduling software and fleXipod ePOD system, the solution will enable the retailer to efficiently fulfil increasing...

Cartwright Rentals expands nationwide network

Cartwright Rentals has launched a new depot in the North-East to further increase its nationwide network of locations. It is one of the fastest expanding divisions within the Cartwright Group, a major trailer and commercial vehicle body manufacturer.

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DVSA publishes updated PSV and HGV inspection manuals

The Driver & Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has published updated PSV and HGV inspection manuals.

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DVSA issues guidance on use of older tyres

The Driver & Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has issued a new guide on the use of tyres over 10 years old.

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BTRAC installs SmartWitness video camera systems

The British Truck Racing Association Championship (BTRAC) has decided to install SmartWitness video camera systems in all competing race trucks for the 2019 season.

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Anglia UK reduces claims costs with SureCam video technology

Anglia UK, specialists in vehicle credit management, has experienced significant reductions in insurance claims cost while using SureCam, a connected vehicle camera solution. Anglia UK originally installed the cameras to their commercial fleet to improve driver safety, but the SureCam vehicle cameras have also enabled them to address false allegations...

Road rage cyclist caught on SmartWitness

This is the shocking moment a brazen cyclist uses his bike to attack a £56,000 Mercedeslimousine after a road rage bust-up in Central London.

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FTA calls for early introduction of longer semi-trailers

The Freight Transport Association is calling for the early introduction of longer semi-trailers (LST) following a successful trial.

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Stena Line vessels recognised for safe operations

An unprecedented eight Stena Line ferries operating on the Irish Sea have received the prestigious Jones F. Devlin Award from the Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA), acknowledging the skills and dedication of the men and women responsible for safe vessel operations.

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Planning applications should consider lorry parking – Government

Lorry parking should be considered in many industrial site planning applications according to guidelines published by the government.

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DVSA must do more to find and keep HGV testers for MOTs

Last week the DVSA committed to recruiting additional MOT testers to offset the much-publicised shortfall after pressure from industry groups and operators forced the regulator to act.

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EU Commissioner says Ireland must prepare for hard Brexit

EU Commissioner Phil Hogan said that Ireland must prepare for a scenario where the UK leaves the EU without agreement next March, meaning a hard Brexit.

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