Commercial Motor

Commercial Motor is a UK-based weekly publication that focuses on the road transport sector. Established in 1905, it holds the distinction of being the first magazine entirely dedicated to commercial vehicles used for transporting goods and passengers.

National, Trade/B2B

English

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Global

#489266

United Kingdom

#55646

Vehicles/Vehicles

#828

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New Bridgestone analytics solution due to be unveiled at RTX

5 days ago | commercialmotor.com | George Barrow

Bridgestone will reveal a new analytics and advisory solution for commercial fleets at the Road Transport Expo (RTX) this week. The system is designed to reduce total cost of ownership by identifying ways to improve fuel efficiency. Bridgestone’s fleet data analytics and advisory services will be made available through the tyre maker’s fleet care platform.
Four new Renault T Highs join Reynolds Logistics

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | Trinity Francis

Reynolds Logistics Nottingham has taken delivery of four new Renault Trucks T480 High 6x2s. Supplied by RH Commercial Vehicles, the new trucks are part of a fleet modernisation programme to take care of its drivers and foster a positive brand image. Rod Harris, managing director of Reynolds Logistics Nottingham said: “Our relationship with RHCV is built on mutual understanding and support.
Krone and Platform Science partner on new telematics solution

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | Trinity Francis

Trailer manufacturer, Krone, and telematics and fleet management company, Platform Science, have partnered on a new integrated trailer telematics solution. With no additional hardware needed, the system brings together tractor unit and semi-trailer data in one platform. The system is designed to eliminate needing multiple telematics portals, avoids duplicate invoices and minimises workloads.
New Mercedes-Benz Actros L tankers join AD Fuels

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | Trinity Francis

Supplied by Bell Truck and Van, AD Fuels has added two new Mercedes-Benz Actros L 2446 tankers to its fleet. These are the first Actros units to join the company’s fleet of 26 trucks. The trucks are equipped with 10.7-litre engines with 460hp and feature mid-lift axles. AD Fuels opted for the BigSpace cab with a fridge, microwave, alloy wheels and checkerplate catwalks.
UK market votes for Volvo in Q1 tractor unit registrations

2 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | George Barrow

Volvo Trucks has claimed the top spot in the UK tractor market in Q1 this year with a 24.1% share. Scania followed behind in second place while DAF Trucks was the third most popular manufacturer in the tractor unit segment. Last year, Volvo ended with a 20.6% share of the articulated market, completing five years in third place for this category. Volvo credits its market growth to the FH Aero range thanks to operators looking for more fuel efficient solutions.
Gasrec breaks ground on Hams Hall biomethane refuelling site

2 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | Trinity Francis

Work has started on a new Gasrec biomethane refuelling facility close to the M6 and M42 at Hams Hall. The site is expected to be opened with seven bio-LNG dispensers in September. Gasrec estimates the facility will be able to refuel up to 300 gas trucks on a daily basis. As demand increases, the company plans to increase capacity up to 1000 trucks daily.
ACEA warns truck fines could kill jobs and competitiveness

2 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | Will Shiers

Hundreds of thousands of European jobs are at risk unless urgent action is taken to address the commercial vehicle industry’s inability to meet 2030 CO₂ reduction targets, according to Christian Levin, CEO of Traton Group and current chairman of ACEA’s Commercial Vehicle Board.
Abba's Autos seeing a steady demand for used trucks

2 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | George Barrow

Peterborough-based Abba’s Autos specialises in exporting high-quality right-hand-drive tractor units around the world, with a focus on the market in East Africa. With more than a decade in the industry, it has built a solid reputation for reliability, competitive pricing and good customer service. As it looks to expand into the Middle East and south-east Asia, we catch up with MD Sam Trivedi to see how business is at the moment. CM: How’s business? ST: Business is going well.
Ribble Valley Truck Run raises more than £10,000 for charity

2 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | Trinity Francis

Now in its sixth year, Ribble Valley Truck Run 2025 has raised £10,585 for charity. Originally established to celebrate NHS workers during the pandemic, the event has grown into an annual fundraising event, bringing together the trucking community for good causes. This year the organisation’s two chosen charities were the Foundation for Ribble Valley Families (FRVF) and Community 4x4 Response.
Hauliers offered protection policy to prevent O-licence oversights

3 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | Chris Tindall

An insurance broker has partnered with transport law firm JMW to provide hauliers with proactive legal advice and help them avoid the seven top dangers of losing an O-licence. McCarron Coates said the current economic and employment climate were creating new stresses, which could result in revocation. It highlighted failing to keep details up to date; pressures on working capital that affect financial standing and scaling back maintenance to cut costs as main risks to a company’s licence.