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Convey celebrates 10 years supporting UK fleet compliance
Convey Technology is marking its 10-year anniversary this year, celebrating a decade of supporting transport operators with driver and vehicle compliance management and reaching an important milestone in the company’s development.
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Just 9% of operators see business case for zero emission HGVs, warns BVRLA Outlook 2026
The BVRLA has published its HGV Outlook 2026 report, highlighting a sector under sustained pressure as it balances rising costs, cautious confidence and the realities of decarbonisation.
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EV Industry Calls for VAT Reform on Public Charging to Address Cost Disparity
Electric vehicle industry leaders are calling on the UK Government to reduce VAT on public charging, warning that the current tax structure is creating cost inequalities for drivers without access to home charging.
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DAF Trucks celebrates Q1 EV market leadership with new plug-in finance deals
DAF Trucks has proudly assumed the position of EV truck market leader for Q1 2026, following a positive start to the year for electric vehicle sales.
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National Highways launches first-response training for commercial drivers
National Highways has launched new post-collision response modules that it wants commercial fleet operators to integrate into their training to support drivers if they are first on the scene at a crash.
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Utranazz Ultradrive electric retrofit: fuel and noise gains for concrete mixer fleets
Utranazz has launched Ultradrive, an electric retrofit that powers concrete mixer drums with the truck engine switched off, cutting on-site energy use by up to 70% and reducing noise and emissions.
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JAGA Brothers boosts uptime with Michelin tyre strategy
Switching to a Michelin tyre policy has delivered a sharp reduction in costs and downtime for Welsh operator JAGA Brothers, with monthly tyre spend down by a third.
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ZF Enables Continuous Software Update Compliance for the Era of Software‑Defined Trailers
With July 7, 2026, UNECE R156 deadline fast approaching, trailer OEMs are increasingly turning to ZF — the first ISO 24089 certified Tier-1 supplier to the trailer industry — and its modular SUMS Service Suite to establish tools and processes for safe, secure, and audit-ready software updates to achieve sustainable, compliance at an accelerated pace.
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SM UK partners with Reed Boardall on major fleet safety contract
SM UK Announces Fleet Safety Partnership with Reed Boardall
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M&S to Expand Low-Emission Heavy Goods Vehicle Fleet - Taking Delivery of New Bio-CNG Trucks Throughout 2026
Marks & Spencer (M&S) today announced plans to further reduce transport emissions by further deploying biomethane-powered trucks.
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Truck industry urges technology-open transition as ZEV uptake stalls
The government is being urged to ensure Britain’s heavy goods vehicle (HGV) operators have access to every available technology to cut carbon emissions.
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FUSO Canter 3.5‑tonne fleet: access, loading and branding gains for arborists
Jack Cotterill Tree Services has renewed its fleet with three FUSO Canter 3c13 3.5‑tonne trucks supplied by Mertrux Truck & Van’s Derby branch and fitted by Brooks Engineering with high‑sided tipper bodies and large lockable toolboxes for arboricultural work.
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Defining the new fuel cell standard in heavy-duty applications: cellcentric unveils BZA375
cellcentric, the home of advanced heavy-duty fuel cell systems, officially launches its innovative, next-generation product under its official product name: BZA375.
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HZ Logistics invests in Durite Driver Monitoring System to enhance driver safety and wellbeing
HZ Logistics has invested in a Driver Monitoring System (DMS) from Durite as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing driver safety and wellbeing, equipping its fleet with advanced AI-powered in-cab technology designed to detect and help prevent driver fatigue and distraction.
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Esher Scaffolding opts for Axtec OnBoard for truck fleet
Esher Scaffolding has invested in Axtec’s OnBoard Load Indicators across its fleet, adding an extra element of safety and compliance to its operation.
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'Reassuring' Pit Stop health checks for truckers
A motorway service station has gone the extra mile by providing a walk-in clinic for motorists, in partnership with the NHS.
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HGV market dips in Q1 as zero emission uptake falls
New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations declined by -2.7% in the first quarter of 2026 with 9,471 new trucks joining UK roads, according to the latest data published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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STELLANTIS UK ANNOUNCES CHARLES MARTIN AS LCV PRO ONE DIRECTOR
Stellantis UK announces Charles Martin as LCV Pro One Director, effective immediately.
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We’re expanding our Truckstop network with Scottish acquisition
We’re excited to announce the acquisition of the Ecclefechan truck stop in Lockerbie, marking the next step in our network expansion plans.
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Voltempo and Corpay announce landmark partnership
Voltempo and Corpay have announced an exclusive strategic partnership to introduce a new commercial model for electric truck and van charging designed to support the management of cost and complexity of operating zero emission freight fleets with greater energy security.
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Raising the Standard: Ciceley Commercials Achieves MAR20X Across All Sites
At Ciceley Commercials Ltd, we’re proud to be leading the way in sustainability and customer experience as the first Mercedes-Benz Vans retailer in the UK to achieve full compliance with the new MAR20X franchise standard across all four of our sites.
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Our latest Deliverymaster DM5 tyre is now available
Bandvulc are proud to unveil our Deliverymaster 5 retread, the latest generation of our drive‑axle tyre developed for regional LGV fleets.
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Specialist Unimog Sales Dealer Network expands with appointment of Multevo
Mercedes-Benz Trucks, as part of Daimler Truck UK, has announced the expansion of its Unimog sales network with the appointment of Multevo as the latest Specialist Unimog Sales Dealer.
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Same commitment, new name: BWOC Ltd and Mabanaft Ltd to operate under the brand MB Energy
After more than a combined 120 years of success under their current names, a new chapter is now beginning for BWOC Ltd and Mabanaft Ltd. The two UK wholesale companies will from now on operate under the brand MB Energy, marking an important milestone in the ongoing rebranding of the MB Energy Group.
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