• HGV Ireland - December 19, 2025

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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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IRU expresses concerns over Data Act proposals

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has expressed concerns over the proposed Data Act.

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Mercedes-Benz flags Citan arrival

Mercedes-Benz has flagged mid-May for the arrival here of its new, second-generation, entry-level van, Citan.

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Survey reveals UK drug-driving epidemic

A survey commissioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that 10 per cent of UK motorists have driven in the 24 hours after taking illegal drugs .

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First all-electric mixer demonstrates pathway to low carbon logistics

The UK’s first all-electric ready-mix concrete mixer has successfully completed a three-month trial of commercial deliveries across Birmingham for Tarmac, marking a significant step on the path to net zero construction.

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Setanta Vehicle Sales now distributing Kraker Trailers

Setanta Vehicle Sales is now the official distributor of Kraker Trailers, renowned for it’s K-Force walking floor trailer range, which has gained a lot of interest in the Irish market.

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IRU urges European Commission to incentivise, not force, zero-emission vehicles in Corporate Fleets Greening Initiative

The European Commission’s Greening Corporate Fleets initiative must incentivise transport operators to purchase zero-emission vehicles, not force them, the International Road Transport Union (IRU) has claimed.

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Road safety appeal ahead of Bank Holiday weekend

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána are issuing a road safety appeal to all road users ahead of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

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HGV and LCV vehicle sales soar in Q1

HGV and LCV vehicle sales soar in Q1 HGV and LCV new vehicle sales soared in the first quarter, according to figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

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Mercedes-Benz adds to CV sales team 

Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles distributor in Ireland, Motor Distributors Limited, has increased the strength of its CV sales team with the appointment of Sean Brennan to the role of Vehicle Orders and Shipping Specialist.

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HGV drivers get sneezing advice

As the Hayfever season approaches, HGV drivers have been warned that sneezing while driving can be fatal as it can cause a momentary loss of control and concentration on the road.

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Logistics businesses need to test new border operating model

Logistics UK, has given a tacit approval to the government’s new Border Target Operating Model, but warned that the “devil will be in the detail.”

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HGVIreland.com set to establish innovative affiliate marketing programme

HGVIreland.com is looking to partner with companies that are selling in to the haulage industy in a new innovative affiliate marketing programme.

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