1+ week, 4+ day 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+ week, 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…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago  (132+ words) New LCV registrations fell by -7.8% in the first month of 2026 with 17,562 vans, pickups and 4x4s joining UK roads, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This is the weakest start to a…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (148+ words) Employers must ensure vehicles are roadworthy, properly maintained and safe to use, supported by evidence such as MOT and servicing records," continues James. As a minimum, employers need to check driver licences, vehicle insurance, MOTs and road tax'and managing this…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (421+ words) The Government's new Road Safety Strategy for the UK " the first in more than a decade " has now been published, and is set to bring wide ranging changes that are likely to have an impact on business fleets. One of…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (467+ words) Market growth in a stabilising but uncertain economy With supply issues easing, growth is no longer tied solely to vehicle acquisition. Success will now be determined by which businesses can operate the most efficient and reliable networks. Performance benchmarking and…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (343+ words) DX and Rhenus Logistics have agreed a strategic partnership that will see DX assume responsibility for Rhenus's two-person home delivery services in the UK and Ireland. Under the terms of the new agreement, DX will become the exclusive delivery partner…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (628+ words) Logistics businesses are feeling the squeeze as they contend with rising fuel costs, economic uncertainty and the need to align with the government's ambitious sustainability targets.Few areas feel this pressure more acutely than in the cold chain. Industry initiatives…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (699+ words) IVECO has announced a new autonomous driving programme with long-standing technology partner PlusAI, marking a major step towards commercial deployment of self-driving heavy-duty trucks in Europe. The initiative will see the first deployment in Southern Europe of heavy-duty trucks equipped…...

3+ mon, 3+ 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…...