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Bosch and Mitsubishi Launch First Battery Service Project for Electric Trucks in China
The joint venture "Bosch MC Battery Service Innovations GmbH," established by Bosch and Mitsubishi Corporation, has secured its first customer for its innovative "Battery-as-a-Service" (BaaS) solution.
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Colson Trailers returns to the Road Transport Expo with a lineup of its latest tipper trailers, showcasing the quality, durability and performance that define the range.
On the stand, the display is led by the signature 35yd³ ‘Heavy Duty’, an all‑rounder for muckaway, stone and aggregate where strength and reliability are essential.
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Brigade Electronics’ founder Chris Hanson-Abbott OBE dies aged 92
Chris Hanson-Abbott OBE, founder of Brigade Electronics and a pioneer in vehicle safety technology, has died aged 92
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Ferndown Commercials streamlines compliance and vehicle maintenance with AssetGo
Commercial vehicle garage Ferndown Commercials has improved the efficiency of its vehicle inspections and maintenance planning after replacing manual processes with a digital fleet management system from AssetGo.
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Morris Commercial confirms production roadmap and unveils latest pre-production JE
Morris Commercial today unveiled its latest pre-production Morris JE at the EE West Show in Cheltenham, marking a significant milestone as the company moves closer to production and the return of one of Britain’s most iconic commercial vehicle names.
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“A show full of firsts” - MAN Truck & Bus UK gets ready to thrill the crowds with five new models (and much more) at RTX 2026
MAN Truck & Bus UK is preparing to unveil five new vehicles at Road Transport Expo 2026, including the UK debut of its battery-electric eTGL rigid.
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Albert Jagger Showcases breakthrough Qwiklok System and new hardware innovations at RTX 2026
At this year’s Road Transport Expo (RTX), Albert Jagger will highlight its latest advancements in commercial vehicle hardware.
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Scottish Transport Industry raises £97,000 for Transaid
More than £97,000 was raised for Transaid last Thursday (4 June) as Scotland’s transport and logistics industry came together for the third biennial Scottish Transaid Dinner, reinforcing the sector’s commitment to improving road safety and access to healthcare projects across sub-Saharan Africa.
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FreshLinc and Gasrec announce plans for new open-access Bio-LNG station in Spalding
Planning permission has been submitted for a new high-capacity, public biomethane facility adjacent to FreshLinc’s headquarters, in Spalding.
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BPW to launch safety platform at RTX
BPW will use RTX 2026 to launch BRAKE TRAK PRO, a new vehicle safety platform designed to improve operational efficiency while helping fleets meet compliance requirements.
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MAC’S TRUCK GROUP TO SHOWCASE FIVE BESPOKE BUILDS AT RTX 2026
Mac’s Truck Rental and Mac’s Truck Sales will be jointly exhibiting at Road Transport Expo 2026 (Stand O13), with five specialist vehicles to highlight the group’s expertise.
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New Box Van Leads Schmitz Cargobull’s Innovation Line‑Up for Road Transport Expo 2026
Schmitz Cargobull will unveil a new box van trailer at this year's Road Transport Expo, where it will also showcase its latest refrigeration technology and a revised version of its Manchester-built curtainsider.
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Voltloader announces new senior appointments
Voltloader has announced the appointment of two new senior team members.
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Supervac launches following merger of VJ Engineering and Vallely Tankers
A major new name in the UK tanker manufacturing sector will officially launch at this year’s Road Transport Expo, as longstanding industry specialists VJ Engineering Limited and Vallely Tankers (UK) Ltd come together under a single new identity, Supervac.
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Funding applications open for lorry park improvements
Lorry parking operators are being urged to apply for funding to help improve facilities after a multi-million-pound fund announced an extension for applications today (28 May 2026).
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Industry and workers call for urgent action to safeguard Europe’s commercial vehicle sector
Corporate leaders and workforce representatives from Europe’s truck and bus manufacturers have jointly written to the European Commission to raise the alarm over deteriorating competitiveness in the commercial vehicle sector, warning that without urgent and coordinated action, Europe risks losing production capacity, innovation capability, and industrial jobs.
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eFREIGHT Autonomous sets out next steps for UK autonomous HGV rollout
eFREIGHT Autonomous, a consortium of experts in commercial vehicles and automotive technology led by Voltempo, has revealed the findings of a nine-month long study into autonomous heavy goods vehicles, identifying hub-to-hub trunking and intermodal shuttle operations as the most viable starting points for early UK deployment.
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Simon Villanueva named as Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland's Director of New Truck Sales
Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland has announced Simon Villanueva as Director of New Truck Sales.
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Hutchinson Transport breaks into AdBlue distribution with GreenChem contract win
Hutchinson Transport has secured a multi-year contract with GreenChem Solutions, marking its first move into dedicated AdBlue distribution and a significant early milestone under the company’s new ownership.
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Waste carrier fined after depositing tonnes at illegal site
The Devon waste carrier was fined £1,466 and told to pay back the economic benefit he realised by his illegal activity of £12,300.
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DKV Mobility introduces charge card tailored for electric trucks
DKV Mobility is launching a charge card designed specifically for transport operators running electric commercial vehicles.
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ISO 45001: A Monumental Milestone
At Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK, we consistently hold ourselves to an incredibly high standard, a fact that remains especially true for our Health and Safety team.
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Mercedes-Benz Vans highlights hidden cost of vehicle downtime
Mercedes-Benz Vans is highlighting the operational and human impact of vehicle downtime, as new research shows how quickly a van being taken off the road can affect service delivery, teams and revenue for UK businesses.
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MAC’S GROUP ENTERS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH WALKER CRANE SERVICES TO EXPAND IN THE SOUTH
Mac’s Truck Sales Group has announced the acquisition of respected London-based FASSI crane specialist, Walker Crane Services – a strategic partnership designed to significantly enhance after-sales support services, whilst also establishing a southern base for the business.
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