DfT
Truck News23 Oct 2020Government to establish internal border in Kent as part of Brexit plans
The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that all heavy goods vehicles (HGV) using the Short Straits channel crossings will need a permit to enter Kent.
Fleet Management9 Sep 2019Load sharing: how to avoid running on empty
How freight collaboration can reduce congestion and emissions
Truck News25 Jul 2019Fusion Processing joins HelmUK HGV platooning trial
Bespoke system will enable platooning of three DAF HGVs as part of £8.1 million trial, funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) and Highways England.
Latest News20 Aug 2018TruTac helps HGV operators manage DfT’s vehicle testing revisions
TruTac has announced that it will help operators manage Working Time Directive rules following the Department for Transport’s (DfT) rule revision.
Truck News10 Apr 2018TRL’s Rob Wallis to give truck platooning trial update at Microlise Transport Conference
TRL’s “world first” truck platooning team will take to the stage at the Microlise Transport Conference, on May 16, with updates on the trial.
Environment22 Mar 2018Replace road haulage with rail freight, what is the solution?
Matt de Prez explores if there are cheaper, quicker and clearner alternatives to trunking with the help of industry experts.
Safety30 Jan 2018Legislation: Doubt surrounds DfT expansion of heavy truck test regime
DfT prepares to expand its heavy truck test regieme but observers cast doubts over tester availability and facility suitability. John Lewis reports.
Truck News22 Sep 2017DfT report shows longer semi-trailers continue ‘to significantly reduce HGV miles’
The Department for Transport (DfT) report shows longer semi-trailers (LSTs) continue to reduce HGV miles, with environmental benefits, and better safety than standard HGVs.
