It’s all change for drivers this week as the tax disc will be no more; drivers will still need to tax their vehicles but will no longer receive a paper tax disc. From 1 October 2014 the law has been amended and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will… Read more »
Argos first retailer to use greener gas-powered Scania trucks
Argos is set to pave the way in low-carbon deliveries, being the first retailer to bring in new ultra-low emission vehicles. The five new compressed natural gas-fuelled trucks, supplied by Scania, will be on the road by the end of this year helping to deliver stock to Argos stores nationwide…. Read more »
Truck convoy raises cash for charity
Nearly 30 lorries formed a massive convoy to take a trip from Telford to RAF Cosford to raise cash for charity. The Telford Truckers Annual Charity Convoy takes place every year. This year those taking part, who are all haulage drivers in the county, were raising cash for three charities… Read more »
M25 Dartford Crossing payment changes
Below are changes to how you pay to use the Dartford Crossing on the M25 which will take effect Wednesday 1st October 2014. You will no longer have to pay at the barriers, instead you’ll be able to pay in advance, or up to midnight the day after crossing. (The… Read more »
Hauliers warned to step up security over illegal immigrant risk
Haulage companies across the West Midlands are being advised to step up the security of their vehicles because of increasing numbers of illegal immigrants trying to get into the UK. There have been a number of cases where suspected stowaways have been found in the region and company bosses working… Read more »
Volvo release latest marketing video
Volvo released their latest promo video featuring a film using hidden cameras of an unsuspecting parking valet asked to park a Volvo FH artic. This video marks the introduction of Volvo’s new dual clutch I-Shift gearbox, with a clever strap line of ‘under the hood it’s a sports car’.
Dartford Crossing free-flow tolls delay to cost hauliers
The FTA has criticised a one-month delay in the launch of the free flow tolls at Dartford Crossing, saying the hold-up will cause “unacceptable” extra administration costs for operators. The Highways Agency (HA) made an announcement last Friday (19 September) revealing that the introduction of the new technology to allow motorists to… Read more »
Cooperative Network proves attractive to Forwarders
Just 1 week on from its launch, the team have already processed hundreds of applications and started building its block of founding members, as well as receiving hundreds of website hits (www.thecooperativelogisticsnetwork.com) and requests for information. “This is as good a start as any network founder could hope for,” said… Read more »
Business as usual in Scotland says BIFA
Following the decision by Scotland to remain in the United Kingdom, the trade association that represents freight forwarders throughout the UK, says that it is business as usual. British International Freight Association (BIFA) Director General, Robert Keen says: “The decision to vote against independence has removed a period of huge… Read more »
Get your Road Safety Week action pack
Brake’s Road Safety Week action packs are being emailed out this week to thousands of employers, educators, local authorities and groups who have registered so far to take part in the Week, 17-23 November. You can register nowto take part in the UK’s flagship road safety event and receive your… Read more »
