Gen Z Interested in Tech-Driven Driving Careers
Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026 15:43
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Young people from Generation Z could help address the ongoing shortage of commercial drivers, according to new research highlighting their growing interest in technology-enabled transport roles. The study found that many people aged between 16…
Warning Over Fire Risk During Electric Vehicle Paint Repairs
Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026 15:43
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Traditional paint repair techniques used in vehicle bodyshops could pose a serious fire risk when applied to electric vehicles, according to insurance specialists. AXA UK Commercial has warned that standard repair processes, particularly those involving…
Fuel Prices Climb as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Oil Supply
Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 11:58
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Fuel prices in the UK have risen sharply following escalating conflict in the Middle East, pushing the average cost of diesel to its highest level in 16 months. The increase comes after renewed military tensions…
Transport and Logistics Firms Move Away from Homeworking
Date: Friday, 06 March 2026 16:23
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Businesses within the UK transport and logistics sector are becoming increasingly reluctant to support homeworking, according to new data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The figures show that only 4.4% of companies…
Transport Bodies Urge €100bn Boost for EU Infrastructure Fund
Date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026 14:58
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More than 40 European transport associations, led by the International Road Transport Union (IRU), have appealed to EU governments and the European Commission to commit at least €100 billion to the next round of Connecting…
Volvo Sees Record Growth in Gas-Powered Truck Sales
Date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026 14:58
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Volvo Trucks has reported its strongest year yet for gas-powered lorries, with 2025 marking a record for global sales. Since introducing the technology in 2018, the manufacturer has now supplied more than 10,000 gas-fuelled trucks…
MPs Warn of Mounting Costs as HGV Tax Set to Rise
Date: Friday, 20 February 2026 11:30
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Ministers are facing criticism over plans to increase Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) for heavy goods vehicles from April, with some MPs warning operators could see annual bills climb by more than £2,000. The rise, confirmed…
DVSA Issues New Inspection Rules for HGVs and PSVs
Date: Friday, 20 February 2026 11:29
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The DVSA has published refreshed Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Inspection Manuals, due to take effect from 1 April 2026. The revised guidance will be used across Great Britain for annual…
EV Skills Gap Threatens Progress
Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 12:12
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A shortage of qualified electric vehicle (EV) technicians could slow the transition to cleaner transport, industry bodies have warned. Logistics UK says fleet operators may hesitate to invest in electric vehicles if they are uncertain…
