Even more efficiency on the road! The new Actros L from Mercedes-Benz Trucks with its futuristic ProCabin, even better aerodynamics and further optimized assistance systems Published: 16 April 2024
Call For Drivers to Know HGV Heights Call For Drivers to Know HGV Heights Are you an HGV driver who is aware of the height of their vehicles? Most people have a basic understanding of what their vehicle looks like and how it interacts with the world but in some cases, many don’t and it is becoming a major problem to try and deal with. A big railway company has recently drawn attention to the issue after it reported that there were 54 separate collisions with bridges along their network in 2023. Published: 09 April 2024
Latest Study Shows 50% of Drivers Haven’t Read Highway Code in Years Do you know when the last time you looked at the Highway Code was? For most people, it’s definitely been a few years, as their driving skills have evolved to the point they don’t need to. However, more than half of all drivers in the UK have admitted that they haven’t looked at the Highway Code once since they passed their test - many of whom became legal drivers decades ago. Published: 03 April 2024
HGV Truck Helps Catch Criminals In an interesting and fairly unique turn of events, police officers in the Northamptonshire area have started using an unmarked truck cab as a way of recording driving offences committed along the M1. Using the cab, there have been 179 offences recorded and marked by the police for later judgement. Published: 26 March 2024
UK PRICING AND SPECIFICATION ANNOUNCED FOR THE NEW MERCEDES-BENZ ESPRINTER Industry-leading electric range of up to 271 miles (436km) WLTP combined. Doubling deliverables: available in two battery sizes, two motor outputs, two lengths and two body styles to arrive in the UK in 2024 Published: 18 March 2024
UK Government Mandates Accurate Travel Information for Satnavs UK Government Mandates Accurate Travel Information for Satnavs In a move to improve road navigation and create better road safety, the UK government has announced plans to mandate the inclusion of data on temporary speed limits, road closures, and parking spaces for satellite navigation (satnav) systems. Published: 11 March 2024
UK Government Abandons Controversial MOT Modernisation Plans In a significant policy reversal, the Government has abandoned controversial plans to overhaul the MOT (Ministry of Transport) process. The decision comes after the conclusion of an extensive consultation. The announcement on January 25th, 2024, suggests that the current system, with a vehicle's first MOT test remaining three years from registration and subsequently conducted annually, will stay in place. The decision comes after thoroughly reviewing public opinions and considerations related to road safety, technological advancements, and environmental concerns. Published: 04 March 2024
Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer of the Year Awards 2023 We are thrilled to announce our achievement at the Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer of the Year Awards 2023. Published: 29 February 2024
Driving Success: Carey Cleaning Machines' Journey with MBNI Truck & Van The 8th Mercedes-Benz Van being added to the ever growing Carey fleet from MBNI Truck & Van. Published: 26 February 2024