News 9th June - 2014

Drive without pain – new guide for commercial drivers 09/06/14

Professional and commercial drivers in particular can experience a range of musculoskeletal problems, including back, neck, shoulder and leg pain. more info

Longer sentences for disqualified drivers 09/06/14

Disqualified drivers who kill and injure will now face tougher sentences, with a maximum of ten years for those who kill and four for those who seriously injure. more info

Cabotage restrictions to be lifted? 09/06/14

Cabotage restrictions within the EU should be removed to boost the economy and improve the environment, a report from the European Commission has suggested. more info

Congestion charge hike is an ‘unfair tax’ 09/06/14

The price of the London Congestion Charge has increased, for the first time since 2011. more info

Extension mooted for plug-in grant scheme 09/06/14

The grant system for low-emission vans could be extended to larger vehicles, the Office for Low Emission Vehicles has said. more info

VanExperience LIVE ‘bigger and better’ this year 09/06/14

Mercedes-Benz Vans UK is gearing up for the start of VanExperience LIVE 2014. Now in its 11th year, the invite-only event promises to be bigger than ever before. more info