3791. Minister Promises ‘Radical' Approach to Growing the Haulage Industry
October 12, 2016
Newly appointed minister for state at the Department for Transport, John Hayes MP, used the launch of the Road Haulage Association’s National Lorry Week last month to deliver a rousing speech directly to the haulage industry.
Promising to ‘look at every kind of option’, he said he would sit ...
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3792. How Scania Won the 2017 International Truck of the Year Award
October 12, 2016
A jury of 25 commercial vehicle editors and senior journalists from across Europe awarded the Scania S-Series the prestigious International Truck of the Year Award at the 66th IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany, last month.
Already a favourite with transport managers thanks to i...
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3793. HGV Drivers, Know What to Do (and What Not to Do) in a Breakdown
October 12, 2016
We all hope it’s not going to happen... But if you’ve opted for life on the road as an HGV driver the chances are you are going to have to deal with a breakdown at some point - so it’s a good idea to be prepared.
Whether it’s in town, on a quiet sleepy lane or on a motorway, your main priori...
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3794. Dunlop's New On Road Truck Tyres Promise to Make Fleets Winter Ready
October 12, 2016
As the days get shorter and colder and the nights longer and darker, many managers within haulage companies will begin to think about the problems presented by winter weather.
For those who travel mostly in the relatively temperate zones of the UK and southern Europe, prone only to occasiona...
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3795. Doing Haulage Work Doesn't Have to Mean Eating an Unhealthy Diet
October 12, 2016
A recent survey by the RAC found that, out of 500 businesses surveyed, more than 40 per cent reported that their drivers doing haulage work wanted to eat healthier food. So the question is: what’s stopping them?
Well, as we all know, finding healthy eating options out on the road can be easi...
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3796. The Drivers' Fuel Challenge in 2016
October 12, 2016
In today’s ever environmentally-conscious and economically-aware world, fuel efficiency is one of the most important factors to consider for any haulage company. Fuel consumption accounts for almost a third of a company’s outgoings so maximising efficiency is paramount.
It is common knowled...
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3797. Preparing Road Transport for 2017
October 12, 2016
On 1st November this year, The Freight Transport Association Conference is due to take place in Dunblane. Headed by key speakers such as Joan Aitken, the Traffic Commissioner for Scotland and Hamza Yousaf, the Minister for Transport, this conference is a must for any transport managers and haulage p...
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3798. New Transport Plan for Kent to Benefit Freight Industry
October 12, 2016
According to the Freight Transport Association (FTA), a new transport plan that has been proposed by Kent County Council is set to have huge benefits for haulage company managers and truck drivers too.
10 Priorities
There are 10 priorities that have been highlighted in the transport...
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3799. Making the Best Use of Camera Technology
October 12, 2016
Some might say that the world has gone technology mad, but technology is having hugely positive effects on all kinds of industries. The logistics and haulage industries are no exception. The use of camera technology in particular has increased dramatically in recent years and has proved to be invalu...
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3800. A Typical Week's Itinerary for an Amazing Holiday in the Dolomites
October 12, 2016
Family vacations are a great chance to pass on your wanderlust and show your kids just how beautiful the planet is. The Dolomites in north-eastern Italy is an area of breathtaking natural beauty and a UNESCO World Heritage site, but it is also an excellent destination for family friendly activity ho...
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