• HGV Ireland - October 27, 2025

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HGV drivers get fatigue warning

HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) drivers have been warned to be aware of the factors that can cause driver fatigue and to take steps to manage their fatigue levels ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

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TruckSafe™ drivers culture of professionalism

FTA Ireland’s TruckSafe™ standard is driving a culture of professionalism and compliance that is supporting the integrity of the haulage and own account distribution services in Ireland, according to FTA Ireland CEO, Aidan Flynn. TruckSafe™ audits operational compliance in the areas of road safety, haulage operations, roadworthiness, working time and...

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Cubo launches City Smart Pro

Blind spot detection came into sharp focus on the Cubo stand at the recent CV Show in Birmingham, where the company launched its City Smart Pro system.

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VisionTrack introduces latest AI video telematics innovation

VisionTrack is continuing to deliver ground-breaking road safety benefits with the launch of an AI detection camera.

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Josam wheel alignment at Setanta Vehicles Sales

Setanta Vehicles Sales has added Josam wheel alignment to its services portfolio at its workshop in Ballycoolin, Dublin.

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IAM RoadSmart warns about hidden epidemic

A hidden epidemic of drug-driving is at large in Britain, with almost 1-in-3 motorists unwittingly driving with dangerous amounts of drugs in their system, according to the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart.

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O’Neill International Transport delivers fuel savings of 10 per cent

O’Neill International Transport is returning fuel savings of almost 10 per cent since signing up for The Greener HGV programme.

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TruTac unveils new tools for improved fleet management

TruTac, part of the Microlise Group, presented new modules and product features within its range of fleet management and compliance control software, at this year’s CV Show at the NEC, in Birmingham.

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Cameramatics makes three big announcements at CV Show

Irish company, Cameramatics, a leading global provider in driver safety made three big announcements at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham this week.

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Road users get UK Emergency Alert advice

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users who may be travelling in border counties to be aware of a new UK Emergency Alert system. The new system will send a test ‘alert’ message to all mobile phones and devices across Britain and Northern Ireland on the afternoon...

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Nikola Tre BEV makes UK debut at Commercial Vehicle Show

The all-electric Nikola Tre BEV was seen for the first time in the UK on the IVECO stand at this year’s CV Show.

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Brigade Electronics showcases Backeye®360

Brigade Electronics showcased its Backeye®360, intelligent four-camera system, which is designed to eliminate blind spots and assist low speed manoeuvrability by providing the driver with a complete 360 degree view of their vehicle in a single image at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham this week.

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IRU supports striking drivers

Third-country drivers working in the European Union deserve full respect and support, according to the International Road Transport Union (IRU).

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Continental bolsters training and advice for CV operators

Continental Tyres has launched a new tyre maintenance awareness campaign for commercial vehicle operators, with the aim of drawing attention to common faults, issues and failures. The launch comes as the company’s popular in-house training centre, ContiAcademy, announces the reintroduction of its full face-to-face training programme for the first time...

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Ford brings hands-free driving technology to motorways

Ford today delivered a watershed moment with the introduction of a Level 2 hands-free advanced driver assistance system 1, 2 with regulatory approval for use on the motorway network in Great Britain – the first system of its kind approved in Europe.

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