FORS
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Truck News 21 Aug 2019FORS conference to help fleets raise standards
The FORS Members’ Conference will return this autumn, with an agenda designed to help commercial fleets become safer, smarter and greener.
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People News 24 Jun 2019
Video: Truck driver’s kindness goes viral
A clip of a truck driver helping an elderly lady cross the road has become an internet sensation.
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Latest News 30 Apr 2019Travis Perkins trains 1,000 drivers with virtual reality
Travis Perkins has used Virtual Reality (VR) technology to train over 1,000 drivers who work across the Group’s CCF, BSS and Keyline businesses, to deliver significant environmental benefits.
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Van News 30 Apr 2019
LeasePlan trials new FORS vehicle hire accreditation
LeasePlan UK has become the first van leasing company in the UK to gain FORS Vehicle Hire Company accreditation.
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Truck News 23 Apr 2019
New webinar to explore CLOCS and FORS
FORS is launching a new live interactive webinar to help its members and champions understand the relationship between FORS and CLOCS.
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Latest News 11 Apr 2019
FORS issues new tyre maintenance guide to improve fleet safety and reduce emissions
FORS has released a new tyre management guide outlining best practice that can help reduce tyre wear, increase vehicle safety and reduce a vehicle’s environmental impact.
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Truck News 26 Feb 2019
ND Brown trial new FORS vehicle hire accreditation
FORS has announced that ND Brown has become the first vehicle hire fleet in the UK to gain FORS Vehicle Hire Company accreditation.
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Latest News 21 Feb 2019
Swift Scaffolding adopts FORS fleet management system
Swift Scaffolding has become the first Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Gold-rated organisation to sign up for the new FORS Fleet Management System (FMS).
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Truck News 14 Jan 2019McGee invests a further £2m in truck fleet
McGee has invested a further £2m in its truck fleet with 20 tipper, skip and plant lorries added to its FORS Gold accredited fleet.
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Latest News 20 Dec 2018
FORS issues new fuel management and winter driving guides
FORS has unveiled two new guides offering advice on both fuel management and winter driving.
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Truck News 12 Dec 2018Mobile Mini receives FORS Gold for sixth consecutive year
Mobile Mini has successfully achieved the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) gold level transport award for the sixth consecutive year.
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Truck News 6 Dec 2018Enfield 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.
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Truck News 20 Nov 2018
FORS addresses ‘trucks as weapons’ threat
Revamped rules for Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) aim to help operators mitigate the threat of terrorism and address the need for air quality improvements.
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Latest News 1 Oct 2018
Fifty fleets sign-up to trial FORS fleet management software in first month
Fifty fleets have signed up to trial new fleet management software developed by FleetCheck for FORS in the first month it has been available.
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Truck News 18 Sep 2018
FORS Members’ Conference agenda for 2018 announced
The FORS Members’ Conference, which is free to attend for FORS members, will take place on Tuesday, October 16.
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Case Studies 13 Sep 2018'Nothing matches our accreditation programme,' says FORS' John Hix
"We take complaints seriously; we act”, says John Hix as multiple schemes compete for national supremacy in van and truck accreditation. By Stephen Briers
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Latest News 10 Sep 2018
FORS reveals top five reasons why fleet operators fail bronze audit
Professional development and vehicle manoeuvring are among the five principle reasons why fleet operators fail their initial FORS bronze audits.
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Truck News 28 Aug 2018GF Gordon takes delivery of a Mercedes-Benz Econic tipper
GF Gordon has announced the addition of a new Mercedes-Benz Econic tipper to its fleet, which it has praised for its contribution to improved road safety.
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Latest News 24 Aug 2018
FORS to hold six further regional briefings this year
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, is to hold a series of six regional briefings as it looks to update its growing national membership.
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Fleet Management 20 Aug 2018Van operators may need O-licences if EU changes its rules
Despite Brexit, vans of 2.5 tonnes-plus may still have to comply with EU rules, especially when deliveries take them across the border. By Steve Banner
