When will tax breaks for electric vehicles end? As more drivers switch to electric, speculation is growing on how the Government will fill the hole in its finances caused by a drop in fuel duty income. Published: 15 October 2021
Chancellor urged to freeze fuel duty forever Business group Logistics UK is calling on government to freeze fuel duty forever to help the sector make the shift to alternatively fuelled vehicles. Published: 15 October 2021
Ulster Grocer Marketing Awards 2021 We were delighted to sponsor the 'Best Digital Campaign' at the Ulster Grocer Marketing Awards for the second year in a row. Published: 13 October 2021
Latest drink-drive statistics: safety campaigners call for widespread use of aloclocks The latest statistics for drink drive casualties and fatalities have been released by the Department for Transport (DfT). In 2019, drink drive fatalities made up 13% of all fatalities on the road. Published: 09 September 2021
Why the HGV driver shortage won’t be solved by winter Retailers are warning that Christmas goods and toys might not make it to the shelves unless more is done to solve the HGV driver shortage. Published: 09 September 2021
Drones to be used to find potholes If you see a drone flying overhead next year, it could be looking for potholes. Drones and 3D printing technology are being explored to help find and fix potholes faster and more effectively. Published: 09 September 2021
Greener, longer goods vehicles could be rolled out in 2022 Longer lorries could be rolled out to cut emissions on Britain’s roads as early as next year. The Government announcement follows a nine-year trial of longer-semi trailers (LSTs) which can be up to 15.65 metres in length. Published: 09 September 2021
New Highway Code changes ‘inherently unjust’ Road users on foot and bike are to gain greater priority over cars at junctions and crossings due to new Highway Code changes. However, the RHA (Road Haulage Association) has announced that it is deeply concerned that the changes are unfair and unsafe and could put vulnerable road users at additional risk. Published: 09 September 2021
Kirks Home Bakery: Rising to the challenge In these unprecedented times, find out how Mercedes-Benz Vans have helped family firm Kirks Home Bakery stay on a roll. Published: 09 September 2021