Coronavirus - COVID-19
Latest News7 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Apprenticeship Levy ‘should be’ halted
The Apprenticeship Levy has come under fire from the FTA, with the trade association calling for the charge to be paused during the COVID-19 crisis.
Van News7 Apr 2020Coronavirus: UK new van market hits 20-year low
The new van market fell by more than half in March, with just over 30,000 units registered as lockdown measures came into force.
Latest News6 Apr 2020Isuzu makes support commitment during Coronavirus lockdown
Isuzu has committed to support its customers, key workers and the country’s essential services during the Coronavirus crisis.
Van News6 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Volkswagen supporting Logistics 4 U
A dedicated on-call mobile service team will help keep fleet partner’s vans on the road to deliver vital products during the COVID-19 crisis.
Latest News3 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Red urges delivery companies not to ignore driver training
Red Driver Training is urging delivery companies not to overlook the importance of driver training as they recruit thousands of new employees to cope with demand.
Latest News3 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Daf extends production shutdown until April 20
Paccar, the parent company of Daf Trucks, is to extend the global shutdown of its truck and engine production facilities until April 20 due to the impact of the coronavirus.
Truck News2 Apr 2020Remote driver CPC training keeping drivers on the road
CPC training providers are offering drivers remote training to help fill the gap after coronavirus forced the closure of classroom-based courses.
Latest News2 Apr 2020Coronavirus: New processes keep Rivus delivering 'normal' service
Rivus Fleet Solutions has implemented a range of processes to ensure it continues to deliver its services to customers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Latest News1 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Service stations implementing robust hygiene practices
Welcome Break and Extra MSA Services are implementing robust hygiene practices in order to protect drivers from coronavirus (COVID-19).
Truck News1 Apr 2020DAF dealers maintain normal service levels during Coronavirus lockdown
The DAF Trucks dealer network continues to operate at, or very close to, normal service levels.
Latest News31 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Leeds asks for delay to clean air zone
Leeds City Council has joined Birmingham in asking the Government to delay implementing its clean air zone (CAZ), which was due to go live on September 28.
Latest News30 Mar 2020AGL prioritising key workers during Coronavirus lockdown
Activate Group Ltd’s (AGL) network of approved vehicle repairers is offering fast-tracked services to NHS and fleet delivery drivers.
Latest News30 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Safe Loading Pass Scheme extensions granted
The Safe Loading Pass Scheme (SLPS) Management Group has announced it is providing extensions on Safe Loading Passes soon to expire.
Latest News27 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Oxford delays zero emission zone
A zero emission zone (ZEZ) due to open in Oxford at the end of the year has been delayed to summer 2021.
Latest News27 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Businesses should 'stay open to help economy'
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging businesses to stay open to lessen the economic impact of COVID-19.
Latest News26 Mar 2020FTA and RHA call for Brexit transition extension
An extension to the Brexit transition period is essential as the country deals with the coronavirus crisis, claim two of the industry’s leading trade bodies.
Latest News26 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Microlise provides SmartFlow app for free
Microlise has announced it will provide its SmartFlow driver and subcontractor management app free of charge during the coronavirus outbreak.
Van News26 Mar 2020DVSA issues new van MOT test rules
Coronavirus has forced the DVSA to extend the MOT on vans and other light commercial vehicles (LCVs) for six months.
Latest News25 Mar 2020Coronavirus: Driving Monitor issues driver guide
Driving Monitor has produced an essential guide for drivers working for key industries during the coronavirus crisis.
Truck News25 Mar 2020Dennis Eagle confirms aftersales provision during Coronavirus lockdown
Dennis Eagle will continue to operate its spare parts business and workshops, as well as its team of field engineers, so it can support the waste collection sector during the Coronavirus pandemic.
