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EU proposes Eurovignette incentive

A European Commission proposal to add trailers and semi-trailers to the Eurovignette Directive can only be seen as an industry incentive if Member States are obliged to apply it from the same date as the motor vehicle CO₂ rate variation, according to the International Road Transport Union (IRU).

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UK economy boosted by £1.4 billion as longer lorries roll out on UK roads

Longer lorries will be introduced to GB roads to deliver on the Government’s priority to grow the economy, boost productivity, slash road emissions, and support supply chains.

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Stena Line boosts freight capacity on Irish Sea

Two all-new hybrid propulsion vessels designed to run on methanol and adding 80% capacity on the Belfast-Heysham route will respond to increasing customer demand for capacity and sustainability performance. Construction of the NewMax vessels will begin shortly with launch on the Irish Sea in 2025.

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Aztek Logistics celebrates 20 years on the road

A Hertfordshire logistics specialist is commending the hard work of its employees and loyalty of its customers for supporting it over two decades of trading.

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VisionTrack introduces latest AI video telematics innovation

VisionTrack is continuing to deliver ground-breaking road safety benefits with the launch of an AI detection camera.

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IAM RoadSmart warns about hidden epidemic

A hidden epidemic of drug-driving is at large in Britain, with almost 1-in-3 motorists unwittingly driving with dangerous amounts of drugs in their system, according to the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart.

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Survey reveals drug-driving epidemic

A survey commissioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that 10 per cent of UK motorists have driven in the 24 hours after taking illegal drugs.

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Logistics businesses need to test new border operating model

Logistics UK, has given a tacit approval to the government’s new Border Target Operating Model, but warned that the “devil will be in the detail.”

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HGV drivers get sneezing advice

As the Hayfever season approaches, HGV drivers have been warned that sneezing while driving can be fatal as it can cause a momentary loss of control and concentration on the road.

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HGV drivers get advice on how to avoid driving while tired

Driving while tired can be extremely dangerous, especially if you are the wheel of a HGV. It impairs your ability to focus, react quickly, and make sound decisions while on the road.This can increase the likelihood of a accident, which could result in injury or even death.

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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 £700 million in just over a decade.

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