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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...

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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New CO2 emissions targets for new heavy-duty vehicles

The European Commission has proposed ambitious new CO2 emissions targets for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) from 2030 onwards.

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Revision of EU Driving Licence Directive

As the truck driver shortage deepens across Europe, the European Commission is set to revise the EU Driving Licence Directive in a move that will address the chronic shortage of drivers in the goods transport sector.

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Jason Laight joins Pocket Box as chief operating officer

Pocket Box, the vehicle and driver management software specialist, is expanding its senior management team with the appointment of Jason Laight as Chief Operating Officer. The company is targeting rapid growth over the next 12 months, so he is expected to play a key role in the development of its...