Vehicle Reviews·3 min·8 June 2026DAF XF 480 Review: The Long Hauler's ChoiceWe put the DAF XF 480 through its paces on the M6 corridor. Superb fuel economy and driver comfort make this a top pick for long-distance haulage.
LCLegislation & Compliance·3 min·16 April 2026Euro 7 Emissions Standards: What UK Truck Operators Need to Know
Vehicle Reviews·3 min·6d agoVolvo FH Aero Review: The Most Aerodynamic Truck in the UK?Volvo's FH Aero variant promises class-leading drag reduction. We put the numbers to the test on a real-world motorway route.
BABusiness Advice·3 min·29 July 2026How to Value a Used Truck: A Dealer's GuideAccurate vehicle appraisal is the cornerstone of a profitable used truck operation. We walk through the key factors that drive residual values.
DNDriver News·3 min·29 July 2026Working as an HGV Owner-Operator: Is It Still Worth It?The owner-operator model under pressure from rising costs and shifting freight rates. We talk to five drivers who have gone it alone.
BABusiness Advice·3 min·29 July 2026How to Write a Job Ad That Attracts HGV TechniciansWith technician vacancies at record highs, your job advert needs to stand out. Here is what works — and what does not.
TETechnology·3 min·28 July 2026Electric HGVs: The State of Play in 2026Battery-electric trucks are moving from pilot schemes to mainstream fleets. We assess charging infrastructure, range, and total cost of ownership.
DNDriver News·3 min·26 July 2026Preparing Your HGV for Winter OperationCold weather brings specific risks for HGV operators. A structured winter preparation programme reduces the chance of costly breakdowns.
European News·1 min·24 July 2026Martin Tomlinson on Volvo Trucks’ new diesel engine, 700km electric truck and gas drivelineThe latest episode of the Torquing Trucks podcast is now available, with Will Shiers joined by Martin Tomlinson of Volvo Trucks following the manufacturer's biggest product launches in years.
TETechnology·3 min·22 July 2026Electric Refrigeration Units: The Future of Cold ChainElectric transport refrigeration units are entering the UK market. We assess their potential to replace diesel-powered TRUs.
VRVehicle Reviews·3 min·22 July 2026Iveco S-Way 490 Test DriveIveco's S-Way continues the brand's push back into the premium segment. Is it a genuine rival to DAF, Volvo, and Mercedes?
European News·13 min·22 July 2026MAHLE accelerates electrification of road transport sectorWith its new range extender system for heavy electric (BEV) trucks, the Stuttgart automotive component supplier is now paving the way for a faster changeover from diesel trucks, which currently dominate the road transport sector, to battery-electric trucks.
BABusiness Advice·3 min·17 July 2026Night Trunk Routes: Maximising EfficiencyNight trunk operations offer productivity advantages but come with specific management challenges. We look at how leading operators structure their overnight networks.
Truck Manufacturers·5 min·14 July 2026Volante and John Palmer Carpets strengthen fleet operations through diesel and electric contract hire partnership with VertellusVertellus, the OEM-backed full-service commercial vehicle contract hire and fleet management specialist, has strengthened its partnership with independent flooring distributor Volante and sister company John Palmer Carpets through a comprehensive five-vehicle contract hire agreement spanning both diesel and electric commercial vehicles.
European News·2 min·14 July 2026Mac’s Truck Sales named exclusive UK on‑road Cranab dealerMac’s Truck Sales has been appointed as the exclusive UK dealer and installer for Cranab’s on‑road commercial vehicle cranes, giving the Yorkshire‑based bodybuilder nationwide rights to supply and mount the Swedish manufacturer’s heavy‑duty lifting equipment on road‑going trucks.
European News·3 min·13 July 2026HGV market down while zero emission uptake holds onto slim shareNew heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations fell by -14.7% in the second quarter of 2026, with 8,687 new trucks joining UK roads, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
INIndustry News·3 min·12 July 2026Container Haulage in 2026: Operators Share Their ExperienceContainer haulage remains one of the most challenging sectors of the HGV industry. Four operators share their experience of the current market.
TETechnology·3 min·10 July 2026Decarbonising Your Fleet: A Practical RoadmapFleet operators face mounting pressure to cut Scope 1 emissions. We set out a practical five-year decarbonisation pathway for UK HGV fleets.
European News·1 min·10 July 2026Grilled in the Cafe: Your questions answered by DAF Trucks UK MD Nigel BeckettDAF Trucks UK Managing Director Nigel Beckett is in the hot seat for Commercial Motor's latest Grilled in the Café episode, answering questions from readers and sharing his views on the topics shaping the road transport industry.
European News·4 min·10 July 2026Logistics software ensures delivery boost for Shawfield TimberShawfield Timber is rolling out Podfather logistics software to “transform its customer experience.”
Trailers·4 min·10 July 2026Dual Blade Lifters Deliver 80m Blades to Sanquhar II Wind FarmCollett have successfully completed the UK’s first dual blade lifter convoy operation for Sanquhar II Wind Farm, delivering abnormal load wind turbine components through challenging access routes using our new Goldhofer blade lifter alongside our existing Scheuerle blade lifter.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·10 July 2026SJ Tabner reaps rewards of Volvo FH Aero upgrade with improved fuel economyWidnes-based SJ Tabner has continued its long association with Volvo Trucks, taking delivery of seven FH Aero 6x2 tractor units. Dedicated to the company’s UK-wide tanking operations, the trucks have been acquired due to its first-hand experience of the manufacturer’s driver comfort and excellent fuel economy.
