On The Road

TrailerLock holds universal key to fridge trailer and sea container security According to a report from the Department for Transport on Feb 18th, 2021, recent trends in road freight have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK. In 2020, Road goods vehicles made 3.2 million trips travelling from Great Britain to Europe, a 6% decrease compared to the previous year. However, of this 3.2 million, the report highlights a significant increase in unaccompanied…

Data from 100,000 connected vehicles across Europe shows significant potential for using electric vehicles (EVs) for commercial fleet purposes. UK identified as European country with the greatest electrification potential, with more than two thirds of business cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) that could be electrified. Research is based on the new Fleet Electrification Planning Report in the WEBFLEET fleet management solution that recommends whether an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle could be replaced with…

Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, is one of the first companies to trial the IVECO Eurocargo, a new 12 tonne vehicle, which runs on CNG (compressed natural gas), as part of its ongoing commitment to operating a greener fleet. With 204hp and maximum torque at 750Nm, the Eurocargo boasts 35% less NOx emissions and 95% less particulate matter along with an 80% reduction in CO2 when compared to a traditional diesel vehicle. Hermes…

With 66% of UK hauliers concerned about the increased admin required in preparation to cross the border, they reveal the changes caused by the Brexit transition A study reveals that UK hauliers are seeing varying impacts after the Brexit transition period ended on 1st January, including jobs created, redundancies and 6% stating they’re no longer working with EU-based companies. Specialist UK haulage loads platform, Haulage Exchange, asked employees from 32 UK-based haulage companies for their…

TrailerLock, sole UK distributor of the lock range by the same name, have introduced a new universal key for their Fridge trailer door lock, which means that any driver can access any trailer using their own key. Manufactured from solid steel, simple to operate and resistant to bolt-croppers and crowbars, FridgeLock is extendable and fits most types of surface-mounted door furniture. A barrel lock, protected by a coated steel cap, needs just a half turn…

Greys of Ely, one of the leading coach hire operators in East Anglia, have installed an external Labcraft lighting system to their luxury coaches in order to improve safety during confined night time manoeuvres and for passengers to more easily locate their awaiting coach at busy locations during poor light or darkness. Designed and manufactured by Labcraft in the UK, the Si6 Scenelite is designed to provide a clean, white light for a brighter, safer…

One of Britain’s worst drivers is still on the road despite clocking up 68 points on their licence. They are one of 1,728 motorists who have 12 or more points to their name but are still allowed to get behind the wheel. Figures from the DVLA also show that there are 1,024,489 drivers with points on their licence. Although motorists are usually banned from driving after collecting 12 penalty points within three years, many plead…

B Mundell the bulk spirits and general haulage operator, installed a Mandata TMS in August 2019 and one year on, the company reports easy integration, improved data control and greater transparency for its diverse range of customers. Providing a specialist whisky transport and nationwide haulage service since 1971, the family-owned business operates a mixed fleet from Glasgow with additional depots in Tarbert and the Isle of Islay. With 25 vehicles including tankers, tippers, curtainsiders and…

Concerns have been raised about van driver safety after Department of Transport data revealed road traffic has risen to 83 per cent of pre-lockdown levels.  It is estimated demand for home delivery has increased by 100% due to Covid-19 as online sales have become a lifeline for small businesses.  According to driver risk management consultant, Adrian Hide, the sudden demand has led to an influx of car drivers becoming van drivers – with no basic…