News 14th May - 2014

Mercedes-Benz launches new excellence initiative 14/05/14

Mercedes-Benz UK has welcomed its first intake of delegates to its new Van Talent Development Programme. more info

New noise reduction laws welcomed 14/05/14

The European Automobile Manufacturer’s Association has welcomed the European Parliament’s adoption of new regulations for reducing noise emissions. more info

Transport firms turn to cameras for protection 14/05/14

Transport firms are fitting forward-facing cameras in their lorries in growing numbers, largely to protect themselves from accident insurance claims. more info

Truck registrations face autumn delays 14/05/14

Up to 20,000 CV registrations a year could suffer major delays for failing to meet new Type Approval legislation, the SMMT has warned. more info

New funding for plug-in electric vehicles 14/05/14

The Government has extended the grant scheme for plug-in electric vehicles for a further three years. more info

Van operators deliver the goods 14/05/14

Van traffic is set to almost double by 2040, rising twice as fast as traffic overall, a report by the RAC Foundation has predicted. more info