Archive for the ‘UK News’ Category

  • London’s congestion-cutting Lane Rental scheme to be expanded

    on Feb 23, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on London’s congestion-cutting Lane Rental scheme to be expanded

    A series of changes to London’s pioneering Lane Rental scheme are set to come into force from May after Transport for London’s (TfL’s) plans to improve the scheme were approved by the Department for Transport (DfT). These include an expansion of the area it covers and incentives for the highest safety standards

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  • Set up a fleet in your business the right way with these tips

    on Feb 23, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Set up a fleet in your business the right way with these tips

    Are you thinking about setting up a fleet in your business? For some models, such as logistics companies, this can be essential. For others, it’s an extra incentive for employees to join your business. Don’t forget, the best employees will have numerous options when choosing which company they want to work for. As such, it makes sense to think about ways that you can strengthen your position. But what factors do you need to think about when you are building up your fleet? Here are some of the key factors to keep in mind.  Green

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  • Stay safe on the road

    on Feb 17, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Stay safe on the road

    Staying safe is everyone’s responsibility. When rules are in place, and you follow them, it’s a win for all. However, everyone needs help from time-to-time. Sometimes life gets in the way of your day. When it does, make sure you secure expert help to get through it all

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  • Advice on short-term ECMT permits

    on Feb 16, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Advice on short-term ECMT permits

    The Department for Transport is advising that the Trade and Cooperation Agreement between the UK and EU allows for a UK haulier to undertake unlimited bilateral (point-to-point) journeys to and from the EU, and unlimited transit journeys through the EU to a non-EU country (though a permit may be required for your final destination)

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  • Dungarvan Transport boosts fleet with new Actros arrivals

    on Feb 11, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Dungarvan Transport boosts fleet with new Actros arrivals

    Leading Waterford haulage firm, Dungarvan Transport, has hit the ground running in 2021 by taking delivery of the first of a number of new Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty Actros trucks, with further units due to arrive over the coming months

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  • Why you should invest in an EV in 2021

    on Feb 8, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Why you should invest in an EV in 2021

    Are you thinking or buying or replacing your vehicle this year? If you are you probably have some thoughts about which one to go for. You might have the latest BMW or Audi in mind. These are still excellent cars and provide good fuel economy, but they aren’t the future. More and more governments and manufacturers are getting behind EVs. The reasons are outlined below

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  • COVID 19 and Brexit take their toll

    on Feb 8, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on COVID 19 and Brexit take their toll

    COVID 19 and Brexit are taking their toll on the movement of goods between Ireland and the UK, according to FTA Ireland

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  • Truck makers gear up to go fossil-free by 2040

    on Feb 3, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Truck makers gear up to go fossil-free by 2040

    Europe’s truck manufacturers have made history by agreeing that all new trucks sold by 2040 have to be fossil-free in order to reach carbon neutrality by

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  • Logistics UK urges government to support supply chain

    on Feb 3, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Logistics UK urges government to support supply chain

    The logistics industry needs government support in the 2021 Budget to ensure the continued health of the UK’s supply chain, according to business group Logistics UK. 

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  • Tantalising ways to personalise your vehicle

    on Feb 2, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on Tantalising ways to personalise your vehicle

    Mainstream manufacturers design their vehicles to appeal to the largest audience possible. And while this approach is great for getting costs, it’s not so good for regular consumers. Ideally, you want a car that actually reflects your personality and who you are

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  • How to get your car ready to sell

    on Feb 1, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on How to get your car ready to sell

    Many people are suffering financially at the moment and one thing that they are doing as they are now working from home is selling their cars. Selling your car doesn’t just mean you’ll get some money from the sale but you will also save money on the running costs – the petrol each week, the insurance, the tax, the repairs and maintenance. Alternatively, you might just be looking to sell your car to buy yourself a new one, in which case you’ll still want the best price possible for your car. So, how can you

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  • HGV drivers advised to get a COVID test before arriving in Kent

    on Jan 27, 21 • in UK News • with Comments Off on HGV drivers advised to get a COVID test before arriving in Kent

    If you’re travelling via the Port of Dover or Eurotunnel you should get a negative COVID test before arriving in Kent, the Department for Transport has advised

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