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Government Announces Self-Driving Vehicle Competition
The government has announced a £40 million competition to help kickstart the UK’s self-driving vehicle sector. It’s aimed at the commercial self-driving sector, which includes delivery vehicles and passenger shuttles, and it could speed up the adoption of the technology on public roads. The competition, which is called the ‘Commercialising Connected and Automated Mobility’ competition, ... Read More
Drivers Who Kill Could Receive Life Sentences Under New Laws
Drivers who kill could receive life sentences under new laws introduced by the government. The new laws mean that judges can give out life prison sentences for dangerous driving offences where someone has been killed, as well as for careless drivers who kill while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It means that the ... Read More
Significant Increase In Amount Of Dangerous Driving Dash Cam Footage Uploaded
There has been a 20% increase in the number of video reports uploaded to the National Dash Cam Safety Portal. The data was compiled from 42 police forces in the UK and shows that 48,000 video clips have been uploaded since the scheme launched in 2018. Drivers are able to share footage of dangerous ... Read More
Government Urges Drivers To Undertake New Trailer Safety Training
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is calling on drivers who are planning to tow a trailer or caravan to undertake a new training course. Rules surrounding towing a trailer or caravan changed at the end of 2021, with specific changes depending on when you passed your driving test... If you passed your car ... Read More
EV Switchover in 2030 Is The ‘Biggest Concern’ For Fleet Owners
The 2030 deadline for the switch to zero-emissions vehicle production is the biggest concern for fleets, according to the latest research. In fact, 43% of fleet owners polled as part of the survey said moving away from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles was the most significant issue they’re facing right now. Given that the price ... Read More
Fleet Owners told to ‘fix’ driver issues or risk higher taxes
A report by a Transport Select Committee has stated that fleet owners must take responsibility for issues with drivers or risk higher taxes in the future. The report specifically mentions driver recruitment, welfare, and retention, and places a significant emphasis on the fleet sector itself taking responsibility for solving what it perceives as significant problems. ... Read More
A cleaner (but smellier) alternative to petrol?
We're not usually fans of toilet humour but we suppose the current cost of fuel means this is no laughing matter… With no sign that the record-high prices might come down any time soon, it’s hardly surprising that people are looking for alternative ways to fuel their vehicles. And no, I’m not talking about electricity or anything ... Read More
Government Announces £20 Million Roadside Driving Facilities Fund
The government has announced a brand-new £20 million fund to improve roadside facilities on the UK’s road network. HGV and fleet drivers are at the heart of the proposals, with National Highways looking to improve facilities as part of the drive to improve the image of commercial driving as a career. Driver safety and welfare ... Read More
Fleet Drivers – Record Number Of Tests Being Carried Out
The latest research has shown that there are now a record number of tests being carried out for HGV drivers in the UK. The figures reached concerning levels last year, with the UK ending up in a position where it was around 70,000 drivers short of where it needed to be, resulting in supply ... Read More
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