The new long-distance electric truck from Volvo has a range of up to 600 kilometers and its batteries can be charged in 40 minutes. For the very first time, Volvo now shows its new heavy-duty electric flagship with potential to revolutionize long-distance truck transport. Volvo Trucks will formally launch...
P.N. Daly Ltd, the leakage detection, water efficiency and new utilities network specialist, has used an AI dashcam solution from Ctrack to improve driver performance, enhance road safety and cut insurance costs. The cameras have helped reduce collision rates across the company’s 400-strong van fleet, while contributing to a 5%...
Volvo Trucks has launched its first special edition model in the UK and Ireland market for five years, with the Volvo FH Aero ‘Euro NCAP’ Special Edition, limited to only 30 examples. Finished in a striking black, yellow and gold livery, the vehicle celebrates the prestigious fivestar rating secured by...
Derry Bros, the leading customs clearance specialist, will be showcasing its latest service and technology innovations at leading supply chain events in the UK and Mainland Europe. The company will be exhibiting at transport logistics in Munich and Multimodal in Birmingham to provide insight and guidance on rapidly evolving customs...
Whatever your application – from robust construction to municipal applications – the award winning new Generation DAF series features a full suite of innovations to help your rigid vehicle operations achieve maximum results. Driveline and aerodynamic improvements optimise fuel efficiency and increase durability. And a much richer specification takes safety...
Reform of the EU driving license has been endorsed by EU legislators, paving the way for actiion to address driver shortages and promote the digitalisation of driving licences while upholding high road safety standards. Endorsement of the EU Driving Licence Directive marks a key milestone for several sector priorities, including...
As Bike Week 2025 draws to a close, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is highlighting the safety challenges faced by cyclists on Irish roads with the publication of the Cyclist Spotlight Report: Fatalities and Serious Injuries 2020-2024. Based on Irish collision data, the report provides an in-depth analysis of the...
One of Ireland’s best known and long-established hauliers reports major time savings, faster reporting, improved transparency and reduced admin since switching from a paper-based transport management system. J Ryan Group is a family-run business, established in the 1970’s in Ballywilliam, Wexford by founders Jerry and John Ryan. From its main...
IVECO has successfully completed the testing of its pioneering technology with Plus, an AI-first autonomous trucking software company, DSV and dm. A multi-month project to test semi-autonomous trucks jointly developed by IVECO and Plus was concluded with a real-world test. The project results demonstrated the key benefits of autonomous trucking...
Lift Technology Ltd has taken delivery of a brand new SDC Forklift Carrier, which comes equipped with a sliding roof, hydraulically operated rear ramps and a low loading angle to facilitate the transport of fork trucks with low ground clearance. Key features include: ➡ 13.71m length ➡ Hydraulic Power pack...
Sligo Haulage & Distribution Ltd recently took delivery of three curtainsider trailers from Dennison Trailers. Our photo shows the third trailer leaving Dennison’s premises in Naas, Co. Kildare. The new trailers are fully ENXL rated as part of Sligo Haulage’s commitment to safety and security for the goods it carries....
Almost all Irish truck and van vehicle drivers (99%) believe the risk of driving accidents has increased in the last five years. Geotab surveyed 3,501 commercial vehicle drivers across France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK in April. Nearly all of them (95%) consider the risk of...
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