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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...

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

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...

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

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....

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

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 2050.

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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

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

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 –...

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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Protecting your drivers and your fleet

If you run a haulage company or any kind of transportation company, you are going to need to ensure that you are doing everything in your power to protect your people at all times, as well as protecting the vehicles they are driving. You can think of this as an...