The boss of the DVSA has hit back at claims that the agency needed to take urgent action to address a shortfall in HGV driving tests, which is said to be blocking industry attempts to […]
Fraserburgh-based operator JA Killoh has taken delivery of two new Mercedes-Benz Actros Ls tractor units from Aberdeen Dealer BLS Truck & Van. The two 2546 tractor units are also the first new vehicles supplied by […]
Peterhead-based Harbour Haulage has taken delivery of a premium-specification Actros L. The new truck, which wears Harbour Haulage’s bright yellow livery, arrived in April, via Aberdeen dealer BLS Truck & Van. The vehicle is earning […]
There is a ‘compelling case’ for commercial vehicles to pay more under a national road pricing regime, according to a report (published 16 May) by the Social Market Foundation. The report comes as ministers prepare […]
CALLING all members of the road haulage industry in the North of England… Be sure to join the Manchester Trade Day on Friday 7th October 2022. It all starts with the Transport News Northern Rewards […]
THE PRIME Minister’s proposed civil service recruitment freeze could see the UK’s HGV driver shortage escalate, according to Logistics UK. Also, road safety could be compromised if planned resourcing for heavy vehicle checks is halted. […]
Aberdeen Sheriff Court has refused an appeal by an HGV driver jailed for drink driving after he claimed he should have been ordered to undertake unpaid work instead. Timothy Humphreys was jailed in January for […]
The combination of Hayton Coulthard Transport, ARR Craib and Pollock makes for one of Scotland’s biggest fleets. All three are part of the Gregory Group, whose distribution operation is based in North Tawton in Devon. […]
Crowds flocked to the Royal Highland Showground at Ingliston, Edinburgh for the return of ScotPlant 2022. Visitors, including Transport News, were treated to an array of incredible products from the world’s leading manufacturers. We bring […]
The drip-feed of new e-products continues as Volvo Truck takes its electric range to the next level with new long haul and construction vehicles. Transport News travelled to Sweden to try out two e-wagons; an […]
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