The increase in activity was led by the sharp increase in new van sales, which saw an all-time record of 371,830 registrations, surpassing the previous record set in 2007. The year on year increase of 15.6% reveals that NAMA sales activity rose at over twice the level of the new van market, something that […]
cap explained that while proposals to reduce emissions by banning heavy vehicles in town centres are laudable in principle, there has been no consideration for the environmental costs associated with warehouse construction, vehicle production, alternative fuel production and other factors. cap highlighted that in the UK the vast majority of production of all fuel types […]
SMMT found that demand surged by a third in both domestic and overseas markets, with Europe taking the lion’s share of exports (88%), followed by Asia (6.3%). Meanwhile, manufacturers closed 2015 on a high note, with output for December up 7.7% compared with 2014, driven equally by British and overseas markets. Commenting on the […]
2016’s centenary activities come in the wake of a period of strong growth for Isuzu. Last year saw the sixth year of sales growth and the third consecutive annual sales record for the brand. In spring, a UK-only special edition will join the Isuzu D-Max line-up complete with premium accessories and upgrades to further […]
The GSAG consists of industry representatives, local authorities and enforcement agencies and was established by FORS to ensure that its standards remain current and relevant to industry needs, and to protect the integrity and reputation of the scheme. Transport professionals from companies including DHL, John Lewis, Tarmac, Travis Perkins and Veolia as well as […]
Alan Campbell, who worked for Anglian Windows Limited, fell when loading an easi-dec system onto the roof of the van on 19 June 2012. Campbell suffered two bleeds to the brain and was kept in an induced coma for over three weeks. Compression to his forehead required a metal plate to be inserted to partly reshape […]
Wells was giving evidence to the Transport Committee, which is investigating factors affecting recruitment and retention and the effectiveness of measures implemented by industry and the Government to solve the driver crisis. During the hearing, FTA took the opportunity to press the Committee to consider the inclusion of driver training in the industry-led apprenticeship […]
The first hardtops off the production line are the luxury model, the Truckman Grand and the commercial model, the Truckman RS. The Truckman Grand comes with high quality standard specification including remote central locking, heated rear door, roof bars, sliding bulk-head window, automatic interior light, tinted windows and vinyl lining. Already the best-selling hardtop in […]
The free-to-attend event will focus on the government’s strategy to create a 'Northern Powerhouse' of connected cities. It will also examine how local government and city region authorities can benefit from including freight strategies in their growth plans. The major cities incorporated in the 'Northern Powerhouse' vision are Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle and Liverpool. […]
The new company will operate from a dedicated site near the M18 at Dunscroft, near Doncaster. Cartwright Conversions Ltd aims to become a major player in the industry, particularly serving the utilities, construction, civil engineering, rail and telecommunications markets. The Cartwright Group subsidiary is headed by the company’s group managing director Mark Cartwright, who will […]
