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Double delight for VisionTrack with insurance and fleet industry awards success

VisionTrack, the leading global provider of AI video telematics and connected fleet data solutions, has celebrated double awards success, with industry recognition in both the insurance and fleet sectors. The company struck Gold in the Excellence in Technology – Motor Claims category at the Insurance Times Awards, while scooping the...

EU to require climate-friendly trailers from 2024

The European Union is set to introduce new CO2 emissions regulations for trailers from 2024 onwards.

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Amazon joins IRU to boost collaboration on global road transport challenges

Global e-commerce company Amazon has joined the International Road Transport Union (IRU) as its newest corporate member.

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VisionTrack’s Simon Marsh wins Great British Entrepreneur award

VisionTrack CEO, Simon Marsh, has been recognised for his role in transforming the video telematics marketplace at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2022. He was named ‘Disruptor of the Year’ for his determination to make the roads a safer place for all by continually pushing the boundaries of what is...

Planned fuel duty increase will stifle econom says Logistics UK

A proposed 23% increase in fuel duty, which equates an additional 12p per litre of petrol or diesel at the pumps, hidden in the content of today’s Office of Budgetary Responsibility (OBR) Report on Fiscal Responsibility, would be a body blow to the logistics industry if introduced, according to the...

RHA calls for a cut in fuel duty

The RHA has called on the Chancellor to introduce a fuel duty rebate for HGVs and coaches of at least 15 pence per litre to help bring down prices.

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What to consider when taking out car insurance in Northern Ireland

If you drive in Northern Ireland or are planning to drive at some point, you will have to look into car insurance. There are plenty of different things you need to think about when looking into car insurance, such as the actual car you plan to insure. This article will...

VisionTrack calls for action to eliminate work-related road deaths and injuries

The UK’s leading video telematics provider has launched a fleet risk reduction campaign, calling on fleet operators to prioritise safety.

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Ways to improve road safety for HGVs

When you’re running a company that employs HGV drivers, it’s important to make safety one of your top priorities. Nothing matters more than safety on the road, and the actions you take when running your business will dictate how seriously safety is taken inside your business. We’re going to talk...

Winter is coming – safe driving for work

Winter brings all kinds of hazards for the commercial driver. Driving for Better Business looks at you how you can prepare your drivers so that they always reach their destination safely.

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Reynolds gets greener with Hultsteins  

The UK’s only remaining family-run national greengrocer is primed to cut emissions and boost fuel economy courtesy of Hultsteins.

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Is a salary spike saving the UK haulage industry?

Since Brexit, it’s no secret that the UK haulage industry has faced some less-than-ideal circumstances. From the loss of European workers to long delays exacerbated by Covid-19, haulage companies have faced many challenges in recent years.

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