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Direct Vision Standard concerns | Lunaz electric truck given five stars

Lunaz achieves highest Direct Vision Standard for driver visibility, while industry calls for a delay to new rules.

direct vision standard 7 Feb

New collision prediction system launched by Brigade Electronics

Brigade Electronics has launched Radar Predict – a collision prediction safety technology specifically designed to protect cyclists from incidents with HGVs.

direct vision standard 2 Jan

Concern fleets will struggle to adapt to new HGV safety standards

Due to the sophisticated nature of the new technology, installers need special training to properly fit vehicles and ensure HGVs meet new standards.

direct vision standard 6 Dec

Opinion: How can heavy goods vehicles comply with driving regulations?

Paul Lawrence, managing director of AddSecure for the UK, North America and Australia, examines changes to vehicle design and safety regulations for HGVs.

direct vision standard 30 Nov
Cyclist, van and truck at London junction - Vision Zero

Concerns raised over new truck safety standards (video)

Better education of cyclists is being called for ahead of new truck safety standards taking affect.

Road Safety Week 23 Nov

Fleets are being ‘handcuffed’ by TfL over Direct Vision Standard proposals

Transport for London’s proposed tightening of the Direct Vision Standard risk “scaring people away from the industry”.

Legislation 10 Jul
image shows the difference in vision between a five-star rated vehicle and a zero-star rated vehicle

HGVs face new safety rules in London from 2024

A decision made by London Councils committee has paved the way for changes to the capital’s Direct Vision Standard HGV safety permit scheme.

direct vision standard 13 Jun
Enfield Council Mercedes-Benz Econic refuse truck

Enfield Council orders 36 Mercedes-Benz Econics

Enfield Council has replaced 36 trucks with a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz Econics in one of the year’s biggest orders for refuse collection vehicles.

6 Dec
Lilli Matson

Challenges for London-based CV fleets, explained by TfL

Transport for London acknowledges the priority needs of fleet and freight operators in the capital, but there’s a quid pro quo for access to uncongested roads…

Business profiles - fleet 18 Oct

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