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New drivers aged under 25 could be banned from carrying young passengers

New drivers under the age of 25 could face a ban from carrying young passengers in their vehicle as part of a ‘graduated driving licence’ scheme.

safety and risk management 24 Apr

Government urged to scrap all smart motorways

Calls are being made for all smart motorways to be scrapped after the Government announced it was cancelling new schemes following safety concerns.

smart motorway 17 Apr

EV mandate ‘puts supply before demand’ posing a problem for fleets

Plans to introduce a sliding scale of electric vehicle production could prove problematic for fleets ahead of the 2030 ban on new ICE cars and vans.

11 Apr

drone carrying a parcel above a city landscape

Drones to be used to deliver packages on remote Scottish islands

The Government has awarded £1.2m to nine new freight projects, including a plan to use drones to deliver parcels in the Orkney Islands.

Department for Transport 11 Apr

England's ‘most dangerous’ roads receive funding to improve safety

The Government has announced £47.5 million of new funding to improve safety on 27 of the country’s most dangerous roads.

Department for Transport 6 Apr

E-scooters banned in Paris | Poll suggests UK motorists also want ban

Residents in Paris have voted in favour of banning rental e-scooters amid growing safety concerns, with 459 injuries and three deaths in the city last year.

5 Apr

New crack down on utility companies causing potholes

The Government has introduced new rules to clamp down on utility companies for leaving potholes behind after carrying out street works.

potholes 3 Apr

Industry reacts to Government’s ZEV mandate plans

Industry welcomes Government plans to mandate the proportion of electric vehicles (EVs) produced by manufacturers.

30 Mar

ZEV mandate consultation | DfT rules out ‘expensive’ e-fuels

Government commits to banning petrol and diesel, and pushes ahead with zero emission vehicle mandate while promising more cash for charge points.

30 Mar

New research suggests drivers do mirror fleet concerns over MOT change

Two new surveys suggest that drivers do not support extending when the first MOT test is due from three years to four.

MoT 22 Mar

Car drivers ‘back Government extension of first MOT’

The extension of the first MOT test from three years to four is supported by almost nine out 10 (89%) car drivers, new research shows.

MoT 21 Mar

Almost a fifth of roads less than five years from structural failure

Fleets face further downtime and costly repairs thanks to worsening carriageway conditions.

potholes 21 Mar

New transport devolution deal for Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester will get new responsibilities over transport as part of a new devolution deal with Government.

20 Mar

MPs want change at DVLA after drivers lose jobs over licence delays

Public Accounts Committee report calls for changes to the licensing regime after identifying three million licences subject to delays since April 2020.

driving licence 17 Mar

New framework to ensure transport projects protect the environment

Consultation launched on an updated framework for new major road, rail, and rail freight schemes, which incorporates latest environmental standards

Department for Transport 15 Mar

Lamps, reflectors and indicators top the league of MOT failures

Non-working headlights, indicators and reflectors accounted for just over a quarter of MOT failures, data from the DVSA suggests.

MoT 13 Mar

Inflation forces DfT to delay major road projects and HS2

The Government has announced delays to some major road building projects, including the Lower Thames Crossing, in an effort to control costs.

Department for Transport 10 Mar

Mechanic inspects a vehicle on a ramp with a torch

Fleets voice safety concerns over proposals to extend the MOT gap

Ministers claim the changes are necessary because today’s vehicles are built better and are more resilient to wear and tear.

MoT 7 Mar

E-scooters: Minimum age and compulsory helmets recommended

New safety and technical standards have been recommended for e-scooters after an increase in deaths and serious injuries.

1 Mar

More councils receive charge point funding as LEVI pilot expanded

The Government has expanded its Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) pilot, with 16 more councils receiving funding to deliver new charge points.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 21 Feb

Department for Transport - Page 13

New drivers aged under 25 could be banned from carrying young passengers

Government urged to scrap all smart motorways

EV mandate ‘puts supply before demand’ posing a problem for fleets

Drones to be used to deliver packages on remote Scottish islands

England's ‘most dangerous’ roads receive funding to improve safety

E-scooters banned in Paris | Poll suggests UK motorists also want ban

New crack down on utility companies causing potholes

Industry reacts to Government’s ZEV mandate plans

ZEV mandate consultation | DfT rules out ‘expensive’ e-fuels

New research suggests drivers do mirror fleet concerns over MOT change

Car drivers ‘back Government extension of first MOT’

Almost a fifth of roads less than five years from structural failure

New transport devolution deal for Greater Manchester

MPs want change at DVLA after drivers lose jobs over licence delays

New framework to ensure transport projects protect the environment

Lamps, reflectors and indicators top the league of MOT failures

Inflation forces DfT to delay major road projects and HS2

Fleets voice safety concerns over proposals to extend the MOT gap

E-scooters: Minimum age and compulsory helmets recommended

More councils receive charge point funding as LEVI pilot expanded

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Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

Department for Transport - Page 13

New drivers aged under 25 could be banned from carrying young passengers

Government urged to scrap all smart motorways

EV mandate ‘puts supply before demand’ posing a problem for fleets

Drones to be used to deliver packages on remote Scottish islands

England's ‘most dangerous’ roads receive funding to improve safety

E-scooters banned in Paris | Poll suggests UK motorists also want ban

New crack down on utility companies causing potholes

Industry reacts to Government’s ZEV mandate plans

ZEV mandate consultation | DfT rules out ‘expensive’ e-fuels

New research suggests drivers do mirror fleet concerns over MOT change

Car drivers ‘back Government extension of first MOT’

Almost a fifth of roads less than five years from structural failure

New transport devolution deal for Greater Manchester

MPs want change at DVLA after drivers lose jobs over licence delays

New framework to ensure transport projects protect the environment

Lamps, reflectors and indicators top the league of MOT failures

Inflation forces DfT to delay major road projects and HS2

Fleets voice safety concerns over proposals to extend the MOT gap

E-scooters: Minimum age and compulsory helmets recommended

More councils receive charge point funding as LEVI pilot expanded

Most read

Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

‘No grey area’ on private use for double cab pick-ups (video)

Renault 5 E-Tech first drive | The compact EV we've been waiting for

Driver charged after lorry crashes onto railway line

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Iain Forsyth named as managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans UK

UK car production falls by almost a third in November

New transport devolution deal for Greater Manchester