Reforms to Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) came into effect on 3 December 2024. The changes include introducing a National Driver CPC that will cover driving a lorry, bus or coach in the UK, allowing more flexibility for end-of-module assessments, introducing a faster route for drivers returning to the industry and separating e-learning from trainer-led courses.
Road Legal
Durite’s self-installation support has helped Bartrums Haulage & Storage with cost-effective DVS compliance.
Legislation & Compliance
Alexander Dennis has supplied a new Enviro200 midibus to Welsh independent bus operator Bysiau Cwm Taf Valley Coaches.
Vehicles
A time saving of 12 weeks annually is being claimed by the fleet team at Broad Oak Property following the adoption of FleetCheck software.
Fleet Management
ZF Aftermarket has reaffirmed its commitment to clutch protection and extended its warranty to three years on new clutches, which is effective from 1 January 2025.
Vehicle Parts
C J Hurford & Sons has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH Aero 8x4 Tridem tipper, the first truck of its kind to be put into operation in the UK.
Vehicles
Smart logistics solutions provider DP World has signed a three-year agreement with Transaid to become its latest corporate partner.
People
On 29 January, DB Schenker, one of the world's leading logistics service providers and market leader in European land transport, took delivery of the first 10 MAN long-distance electric trucks directly from the MAN Truck & Bus plant in Munich to join its fleet.
Vehicles
A new e-learning course from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) could help the millions of drivers who feel nervous about driving in wintry conditions.
Health & Safety
Manchester-built Schmitz Cargobull trailers now have Electronic Brake Performance Monitoring System (EBPMS) functionality, allowing hauliers to enhance road safety, reduce vehicle downtime, meet legislative compliance and save money.
Telematics and Tracking
Alexander Dennis has delivered 15 new Enviro200 low-emission buses and 11 new Enviro400 double deckers to Central Connect, the bus operating division of the newly rebranded Transport Made Simple Group.
Vehicles
More than 200 guests attended the RHA’s Parliamentary Reception at the Palace of Westminster on 21 January, where MPs were told that road investment was the key to driving growth.
Legislation & Compliance