HGVs

New legislation steps up safety around HGVs

Legislation has been tightened around the minimum direct vision requirements for heavy good vehicles (HGVs) to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists and other road users. The new legislation will be […]

HGV sales growth still strong

The UK heavy goods vehicles market grew for the second year in a row in 2023, up 13% to 46,227. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), […]

HGV registrations enjoy strong growth

The UK market for new heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) grew by 17.2% to 11,174 units in the second quarter of 2023, the fifth consecutive quarter of growth. This is according […]

TNS 365 enhances 24/7 support

Specialist provider of pay-as-you-go commercial vehicle and trailer breakdown repair solutions TNS 365 has opened a new call centre operation in Greater Manchester. The strategic move was triggered by increased […]

Volta Trucks unveils London hub

All-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Volta Trucks has opened its Truck as Service Hub in Tottenham, London. The Hub will provide everything a fleet operator needs to transition to electric trucks, […]

Rivus renews Defra contract

Rivus has renewed its servicing, inspection, maintenance and repair contract with Defra Group Fleet Services (DGFS). The agreement covers approximately 1,500 commercial vehicles and will be effective for a further […]

HGV market grows despite EV gridlock

UK demand for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) grew by 17.1% to 11,517 registrations in the first three months of 2023, according the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The […]

SMMT calls for HGV transition strategy

The heavy goods vehicle (HGV) sector is calling for an urgent, government-led strategy to drive uptake of zero emission trucks to meet decarbonisation targets. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]