Environment
Technology could tackle the last-mile delivery conundrum
1 Jun 2018
Autonomous-driving small vans, low-speed robots and high-flying drones are just some of the methods being trialled as home delivery sector seeks answers to one of its biggest problems
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Replace road haulage with rail freight, what is the solution?
22 Mar 2018
Matt de Prez explores if there are cheaper, quicker and clearner alternatives to trunking with the help of industry experts.
Consistent approach crucial to CAZ proposals, say fleets
22 Mar 2018
Three city councils are adopting different strategies, causing concern for those with nationwide fleet operations who need consistency.
BD Auto: Electric vans are 'the way to go'
2 Aug 2017
UK industry newcomer, BD Auto, looks to convert diesel fleets to electric vehicles by offering to rent them vans with a promise to match wholelife costs
Emissions laws and the effect on urban transport
2 Mar 2017
Planned special zones to reduce CO2 and NO2 in the air have prompted a step up in the search for viable alternative fuels and different methods of delivery
Fuel savings will offset price of hitting EU emissions targets
6 Aug 2015
Van prices are expected to rise as manufacturers invest to meet EU emissions targets, but low CO2 vehicles will be more fuel-efficient, saving fleets money.
‘Self-help’ tactics will cut commercial vehicle costs and CO2 emissions
5 Aug 2015
Vehicle tracking and route planning, switching from diesel and choosing the right vehicles could save fleets tonnes of CO2 and millions of pounds.
