Tachograph spotlight focuses on LCVs
August 22, 2025
Dublin Port has played host to a freight delivery that’s more Rock ‘N’ Roll Star than your standard roll-on/roll-off. The iconic Oasis stage setup, fresh from Wembley, has arrived ahead of two massive shows at Croke Park this weekend. Stadium concerts are a major logistical operation. For major tours like...
The logistics and freight sector is at a critical juncture facing rising costs, urgent decarbonisation targets, and a growing skills shortage. In its latest pre-budget submission, FTA Ireland has outlined key policy recommendations to help future-proof the sector while supporting climate goals and economic resilience. Top Priorities: ✅...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, will be addressing the importance of an effective fleet data strategy at the Telematics & Connected Mobility Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania. The company’s UK Sales Director, Vernon Bonser, will join a panel of industry experts for the discussion –...
MotorTron Limited, the fleet management solution specialists, offers a few tips on keepting your fleet safe and compliant on the road. Creating a vehicle safety checklist isn’t just best practice, it’s essential for compliance, security, and driver safety. According to the Road Safety Authority (RSA): “Drivers should carry out a...
HGV operators involved in international transport must replace their analog, first-generation digital, or first-generation intelligent (G2V1) tachographs with second-generation intelligent (G2V2) devices by Monday 19th August. Carriers who delay modernization risk not only penalties but also serious operational difficulties. According to EU Regulation 2020/1054, from August 19th, 2025, all heavy...
CERTA Ireland has reported that HVO fuel is now available at its facility in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Dublin. Greenogue customers are now able to fill up with this renewable diesel alternative designed to cut carbon by up to 90 per cent without reducing performance. Whether you’re operating a large...
For commercial fleets across the globe, transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) is no longer in the realm of experimentation; it’s now a mission-critical priority, writes Gary Taylor, Vice President of Fleet Solutions in EMEA, Descartes And with regulatory deadlines approaching and pressure from customers and stakeholders alike increasing, fleet operators...
McCarthy Commercials is Cork is preparing a very special fully electric Volvo FM Low Entry truck, which will be entering service in the coming weeks. The first of its kind in Ireland, the truck features a combination of increased visibility, ergonomic design & and zero tailpipe emissions, which has resulted...
CERTA is helping some of Ireland’s leading businesses to realise the benefits of switching their fossil fuel based operations to running on HVO. Businesses of all kinds have made the switch with the help of CERTA’s team of HVO specialists and achieving real milestones including: ✅ Up to 90% Lower...
Brittany Ferries is set to increase sailings between Rosslare and Cherbourg from five to seven per week starting in October, filling the gap left by Stena Line’s withdrawal. A new Tuesday 21:00 departure is included, with more additions coming soon. The expansion supports Irish hauliers and offers more travel options...
Interior Creations based in Oldcastle in Co. Meath has taken delivery of a new 18tonne DAF XD 310 truck. Supplied by DAF Trucks Ireland the truck comes an XD Sleeper Cab specification, amongst a host of features including extractable front drawer in the dash, mechanical cab suspension and corner view...
O’Reilly Transport Ireland has taken delivery 15 new Volvo “Aero” FH 6×2 tractor units, supplied by Irish Commercials O’Reilly Transport Ireland is a trusted and long-established leader in logistics and transport services across the Irish Sea, as well as within the UK and Irish domestic markets. These Volvo FH13 460...
The European Commission’s proposal to extend toll exemptions for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is a welcome step but broader Eurovignette reforms are still urgently needed, according to the International Road Transport Union (IRU) The IRU has welcomed the European Commission’s proposal to extend toll exemptions for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, including trucks...
At CameraMatics, the number one priority is – and always will be – keeping all road users safe. The company is all about proactive prevention, helping fleets avoid accidents before they happen. That’s why MaeraMatics has added new layers to its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), giving drivers even greater...
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