19+ hour, 49+ min ago  (463+ words) It is no longer enough to simply track vehicle'production;'we must now understand how a conflict thousands of miles away might influence the monthly costs of a van in Manchester or a hatchback in London. Tim Alcock, Director at'Lease Car,…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (628+ words) The UK's "170 billion logistics sector employs more than eight percent of the nation's workforce, moving goods that keep businesses, retailers, and households functioning. With regulatory pressure mounting across environmental standards, border compliance, and supply chain transparency, operators face an extremely…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago  (224+ words) MAN Truck & Bus has unveiled a new TGX 41. 640 84/4 capable of moving extreme loads up to 250 tons, reinforcing its position in the premier class of heavy-duty transport. Designed to handle oversized cargo such as wind turbine components, high-voltage transformers, and even…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (856+ words) The renewed scrutiny reflects ongoing concerns from industry groups, unions and drivers themselves that the UK still lacks adequate, safe and hygienic places for drivers to rest, park and access basic amenities during long shifts. Background: The 2022 Inquiry and Its…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1092+ words) New analysis from fleet technology specialist Lightfoot has highlighted the intense operational pressures faced by retail delivery fleets, revealing they are among the hardest working vehicles on UK roads despite covering fewer miles per driver than other sectors. The findings…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (884+ words) Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered yesterday's (03/03/2026) Spring Statement against a backdrop of renewed oil market volatility and fragile economic growth. For the UK logistics and transport industry, the update offered little in the way of fresh relief, leaving operators exposed to…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (775+ words) The ZEV Mandate " From Policy to Operational Reality The most significant driver of change is the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV). In 2026, 33% of new cars and 24% of new vans must be zero-emission vehicles, up from 28% and 16% respectively in 2025. This escalating quota…...

2+ mon, 6+ day ago  (270+ words) New research from Locus, a leading logistics technology company, reveals that UK consumers are placing far greater value on delivery accuracy and communication than on speed, challenging long-held assumptions about same-day delivery as a competitive differentiator. Locus" data shows that…...

11+ mon, 1+ week ago  (66+ words) Kane Group, one of the South East's best-known demolition and earthworks contractors, has ordered 10 new Renault Trucks eight-wheel tippers as part of a major fleet renewal MAN Truck & Bus UK has appointed NRG Riverside New LCV registrations fell by -7. 8% in…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (199+ words) Planning reform must also go further, specifically to support depot-based operators who require grid connections before switching fleets to electric. Given such operators often face grid connection wait times of up to 15 years, a fast-tracked approval process such as that…...