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Extending drivers’ hours is not the solution to the HGV driver shortage

In an open Letter to the Editor Andrew Tavener, Head of Marketing, Descartes Systems Group has expressed concern over the extension of drivers’ hours as a way to alleviate the HGV driver shortage problem.

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How to keep your car running its best

A working car is like an extension of our bodies to most of us. It is relied upon for so many things. You aim to do everything in your power to keep it running smoothly and prevent yourself from having to take the necessary steps if it broke down.

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TruTac demonstrates easier fleet control and improved driver management

TruTac, the tachograph and compliance experts, report great success with numerous enquiries from many sectors across of the transport industry at this year’s CV Show.

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Plans to tackle HGV driver crisis

The UK government has announced plans to help to tackle the shortage of lorry drivers by creating an extra 50,000 lorry tests.

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SDC marks 10000th trailer milestone

SDC Trailers, the UK and Ireland’s leading semi-trailer producer, recently marked a manufacturing milestone when its 10,000th trailer came off its new production line in Toomebridge, three years after the facility became operational.

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Fleet management made better

The size of your fleet doesn’t matter; from two small vans to multiple large HGV trucks, fleet management will help your business run more effectively. And, a more effective business has a better bottom line.

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Irish Exporters Association publish Budget 2022 recommendations

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has published its Budget 2022 submission which calls on the Minister for Finance, the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform and the Ministers’ departments to ensure that Budget 2022 supports businesses, particularly those that trade internationally and those without who’s services, this trade would not...

Bentons Haulage improves fleet efficiency with TruTac

Bentons Haulage, experts in UK general haulage, has significantly improved fleet efficiency and compliance across all areas of their operation using multiple TruTac software products.

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Consultation on proposals to address lorry driver shortages

The government is consulting on proposed changes to the requirements to obtain a vocational driving licence to help address the current shortage of lorry drivers.

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Managing your business fleet doesn’t have to be complicated

Managing a business fleet may not be an easy thing to do, but it doesn’t have to be as complicated as it is for some businesses. It’s all about staying in control, and ensuring that you know what is going on, and when. If you don’t, then everything gets muddled...

How to keep your car-related expenditure low

It’s easy to feel like all of your spare money gets spent on keeping your car on the road and in good shape. The last thing you want is for your car-related expenditure to start spiralling out of your control. That can happen if you’re not being careful, but there...

How to build and maintain your fleet’s reputation

Everyone relies on shipping fleets to deliver supplies, food and drink, and products to their homes and businesses. It takes a lot to become a successful shipping company, and most of this is down to how well you build and maintain your company’s reputation. With more options than ever, it...