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Record-breaking fine imposed on fleet for repeated overloading offences

A record-breaking fine has been imposed on a fleet for repeated overloading offences, following a hearing at Bristol Magistrates’ Court.

overloading 2 Jul

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Major disparity in number of yellow box junction fines issued by councils

Three councils outside London and Cardiff were responsible for issuing six-in-10 yellow box junction fines last year, according to new analysis from the RAC.

fines and penalties 26 Jun

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Fleet ignorance around fines for failing to report vehicle emissions

One-in-four fleets do not know the potential financial penalties for failing to report their vehicle emissions, new research from Alphabet (GB) suggests.

Legislation 19 Jun

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Building trust ‘crucial’ to success of driverless vehicles

Automotive risk experts at Thatcham Research are warning the Government that building trust in driverless vehicles must be a priority.

connected and autonomous vehicles 13 Jun

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Road safety fears from increasing car bonnet height

A growth in SUV sales is behind the bonnet height of new cars in Europe increasing by half a centimetre a year, new research suggests.

safety and risk management 12 Jun

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Lower speed limits on roads where children travel to and from school

A road safety charity is calling on the Government to lower default speed limits to 20mph on roads where children travel to and from school.

safety and risk management 11 Jun

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New electric van training module launched to reflect licence change

The new module aims to help companies that run heavier electric vans, which now no longer need additional driving licence requirements.

Driver Training 10 Jun

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Driving licence change for electric vehicles takes effect

New driving licence rules for heavier electric vans come into force, bringing them into line with their lighter petrol and diesel counterparts.

Department for Transport 10 Jun

Auctioneers gavel and scales of justice, traffic commissioner

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Transport operator has new conditions imposed after noise complaints

New conditions have been imposed on the restricted operator's licence of Peter Youings and Partners in response to persistent noise complaints from residents.

safety & compliance 9 Jun

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Operator’s licence revoked for “extensive and persistent” breaches

The revocation follows serious concerns uncovered during multiple investigations by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).

safety and risk management 22 May

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Opinion: Medically unfit drivers put all road users at risk

John Kushnick, legal operations director at National Accident Helpline, examines the case for overhauling the current rules for older drivers.

safety and risk management 14 May

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Fleet and driver views wanted on professional driver conduct review

Senior traffic commissioner launches a review of guidance on the conduct of professional drivers.

Traffic Commissioner 22 Apr

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Eyesight rules for drivers declared unsafe as DfT considers changes

The Government is understood to be reassessing eyesight rules for drivers after a coroner labelled the UK’s licensing system the “laxest in Europe”.

Department for Transport 22 Apr

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Non-compliant brake fluid warning after stock still available

A second safety warning has been issued for a non-compliant brake fluid that could impact stopping distances and degrade braking systems degradation.

SMR 17 Apr

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Apply hybrid MOT and remove tachos to ‘drive electric van adoption’

Holman welcomes proposed changes to allow heavier electric vans to undergo testing outside the HGV MOT network, but wants annual testing regime.

Legislation 16 Apr

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Car manufacturers and trade bodies fined for collusion

Major car manufacturers and two trade bodies fined a total of £460m for colluding over the advertising of what percentage of their vehicles could be recycled.

Legislation 2 Apr

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Cut your risk with the new Fleet News safety report

Improving safety is a top priority for many fleets, but it can be a complicated subject to tackle. Our new report provides comprehensive and straightforward advice.

Accident Management 28 Mar