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 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…

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…

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…

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…

Workers at a Wiltshire truck stop are spending February encouraging lorry drivers to make healthier food choices, with a new campaign aimed at improving heart health. The initiative is running at a truck stop near…

Major parcel delivery firms in the UK have been put on notice that they could face substantial financial penalties if they are found to be breaching rules on complaints handling and support for disabled customers.…

Parcel delivery firm UPS has announced plans to reduce its workforce by as many as 30,000 roles during 2026, as it continues to cut back the volume of parcels it handles for its largest customer,…

An electric heavy goods vehicle has completed the first-ever journey through the Channel Tunnel, marking a significant step for zero-emission freight transport. The crossing formed part of a government-backed trial exploring how electric lorries can…