New Research Suggests Tools Theft Every 12 Minutes in the UK New research into the theft of tools suggests that someone steals tools every 12 minutes on average in the UK, and the total value of tools stolen in 2023 equated to £98m. Direct Line, an insurance provider, recently did some research into the true cost of tool theft, and the results were both shocking and surprising. Published: 14 May 2024
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
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
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
Speeding Fines and Mobile Phone Offenses Revealed in Home Office Figures New statistics released by the Home Office reveal a record-breaking number of speeding fines, with over 2.5 million drivers facing penalties, driver awareness courses, or court action in 2022. Additionally, a significant rise of 93% year-on-year has been reported in the number of drivers caught using a mobile phone while driving. Published: 20 February 2024
Launch of Council for Net Zero Transport Moves Closer to Sustainable Transportation A really important step was taken when the Council for Net Zero Transport was inaugurated on February 1st, 2024. This new group has been set up to play a pivotal role in the decarbonization of road transport in the UK. The Zemo Partnership, a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing low-carbon and sustainable transport, is behind the initiative and says the Council aims to provide a clear and strategic direction for getting the UK to meet the ambitious net-zero targets in the transport sector. Published: 12 February 2024