Transport and Logistics Network
HGV drivers should be permitted to continue using the M48 Severn Bridge to prevent “unacceptable” levels of congestion, Monmouthshire County Council has warned, despite the bridge’s deteriorating condition.
From May 27, vehicles over 7.5 tonnes will …
Scania’s new 11-litre Super engine will make its first public appearance in the UK at the Road Transport Expo (RTX), Stoneleigh Park, from 24 to 26 June 2025.
Set to be available from June 2025, the compact engine is designed with weight-sensitive oper…
EnerSys, maker of ODYSSEY batteries, is set to power Team Oliver Racing for the 2025 British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) — marking the ninth consecutive year of partnership between the energy solutions leader and one of the sport’s most respected …
Ireland-based operator Manfreight has added a new MAN TGX 26.640 Individual flagship tractor unit to its fleet, specified to a high level and aimed at delivering both efficiency and driver comfort.
The truck is powered by MAN’s 15.2-litre D38 Euro 6e s…
Elddis Transport has become the first operator in the North East to put the new Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin on the road. The Consett-based haulier has taken delivery of the first of eight ProCabins due to arrive over the next month from Bell…
Container haulier James Kemball Ltd has added 16 new Renault Trucks T480 6×2 tractor units to its national fleet, bringing their total count to over 500 vehicles. These new trucks, fitted with Renault’s Turbo Compound DE13 engines, are now operating ou…
Nicoll’s Landscaping & Merchants, based in Nairn, has added a new Isuzu N75.190 to its fleet. Supplied by local dealer Elgin Truck & Van Centre, the 7.5-tonne truck comes with a Britt-Tip tipping body and a stainless steel lockable toolbox.
It’…
In this issue
This is the final issue of Professional Recovery before Automechanika, so we have a report from Derek Firminger on what you can expect from the PROF team on their stand this year. The preparations are also being made for the two presentat…
Truck drivers and shunters working for Wincanton on the JD Sports contract in Rochdale are getting a 10.75% pay rise, according to Unite the union.
The deal applies to more than 50 workers and runs until 31 March 2026.
Unite said it plans to use this…
Scania GB has confirmed the acquisition of Haydock Commercial Vehicles, a long-standing franchise partner operating six sites across the North West of England.
The strategic move strengthens Scania GB’s position across the region, adding sites in Warri…