Automotive

Bus and coach hire company Belle Vue Manchester has launched accredited training courses for drivers employed by other operators as part of its mission to help improve standards throughout the industry.

Brewer and pub operator JW Lees has picked national charge point operator Be.EV to bring ultra-rapid EV charging to patrons in a £1.8m deal.

Jennifer Ashe & Son Funeral Directors has expanded its fleet with the introduction of two brand-new Mercedes funeral vehicles.

A new nine-bay ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) Charging Hub has been installed in Sheffield by national charging network Be.EV, that will help to tackle air pollution in the city.

Quartix Ltd has revealed the UK’s worst roads on which speeding regularly occurs. Data analysis undertaken by the company on its vast ‘SafeSpeed’ database shows that the M6 Toll near Birmingham tops the list, closely followed by the M61.  

LSH Auto will welcome three Australian apprentices for a cultural and career development tour this week.

As a female-led business, C & D South West Ltd is proud to celebrate the growing representation of women in the transport and logistics industry.

Swindon’s own BG Automotive (BGA), a leading name in the global automotive aftermarket, celebrated a monumental achievement last week as it was honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for International Trade.

Luxury motorhome specialist Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld will host a weekend autumn event at its sales centre on the back of its successful appearance at one of the UK’s biggest shows.

Kettering-based Grosvenor Leasing, the UK’s largest privately-owned contract hire and fleet management specialist, have restructured its team to support ambitious growth plans and enhance customer experience.

Cocoon Vehicles, a leader in flexible vehicle leasing and subscription services, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new "Find a Van" service.

Tyron Runflat, inventor of the world’s only multi-piece rubber Runflat tyre protector and headquartered in Leicestershire, is marking Tyre Safety Month this October by sharing key advice for road users as the winter months draw in.

Liverpool Landmark Business Takes Over Museum of Liverpool to Preview Specially Commissioned Film and Showcase Heritage Vehicles at Birthday Event

Motorola Solutions (NYSE:MSI) announced that Lancashire Police will deploy the M500 in-car video solution across its entire fleet of vehicles.

Innovative electric charging business EV-OG has launched its first off-grid superfast electric vehicle charger that sets new standards in environmental responsibility and convenience.

Multi-award-winning Rygor Auto (owned by official UK Best Workplace™ and Great Place to Work®, multi-franchised vehicle Group, Rygor Group Ltd.) has welcomed its new cohort of apprentices to its annual induction day, held at Rygor Auto Reading.

Driver training specialist Dulson Training has earned a Silver Award for going the extra mile in its commitment to supporting Armed Forces Veterans and current Reservists.

Global leader in sustainable materials, EMR, has opened its first UK-based electric vehicle battery recycling centre at its Birmingham facility, furthering its mission to deliver a circular supply chain for this increasingly critical technology.

West of England Mayor Dan Norris is celebrating one million journeys using his pioneering Birthday Bus scheme.

Argynnis Group AB acquires the British company The Vehicle Group Ltd, ‘TVG’ further strengthening its position as one of the market-leading companies in Europe, delivering equipment for emergency, special and commercial vehicles.

Hedley Studios, formerly The Little Car Company, has appointed Ben Street as the brand’s Managing Director and a member of the board.

A leading university has successfully concluded a series of tests on a new HGV safety system that will soon be required in London.

National Windscreens has appointed Craig Gibson as its new Sustainability and Compliance Manager, highlighting the company’s dedication to sustainable operations.

Warehouse systems and handling solutions specialist Toyota Material Handling has announced a record apprentice intake for its UK business. Over 30 young people have joined the company as trainee service engineers and sales executives.

Award-winning vehicle finance company First Response Finance celebrates inclusive workplace culture with an upcoming conference on 20th September 2024 at Alton Towers.

A sustainability-focused logistics company is primed for growth after completing a move to carbon neutral headquarters as it celebrates 50 years in business.

This month marks 20 years since Mitchell Mazda joined the Mazda UK dealership network.

Local residents across the region will be able to travel for free as new community-designed WESTlocal bus services hit the roads from Sunday 1 and Monday 2 September onwards.

Northern Commercials are proud to announce the latest expansion with a brand-new Vehicle Preparation centre in Leeds.

LSH Auto has welcomed 20 new apprentices to join its teams in Stockport, Whitefield, Birmingham, Solihull and Tamworth.

Don-Bur, the leading manufacturer of commercial vehicle bodywork, is proud to announce the completion of a new batch of six full print livery box van trailers for Bond International, a repeat customer since 2004.

A Shirehampton pupil has won an art competition to design a birthday card to celebrate the first Birthday of Bristol’s newest railway station.

Logistics UK has announced the appointment of Jemma James as the business group’s new Digital Development Director.

According to reports, EVs are electrifying the second-hand car market. During the first quarter of 2024, sales of used electric cars were 71% higher in the first quarter of 2024 than in the same period last year.

Pan European Charge Point operator Qwello UK have announced today they are working with the team at the Doddington Hall estate to develop, build and install five EV charging stations for drivers to use when visiting the historic site.

Leading luxury motorhome dealership Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld has raced ahead by sponsoring the PBM Racing British superbike team.

Multi-award-winning online driver profiling and e-driver training provider E-Training World haslaunched a new online driver training module focused on reducing the risk of bridge strikes.

Trucks from Hills Waste Solutions will be unmissable on the streets of Bristol and Bath, thanks to eye-catching new graphics celebrating the move from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO)

A 24-hour transport pilot will get underway in parts of Greater Manchester from September 1 as the Bee Network looks to support the region’s night-time economy and those who work within it, from hospitality staff to health and logistics workers.

Steve Whitmarsh, chief executive officer of Henley-in-Arden based Multifleet Vehicle Management, which trades as runyourfleet, was privileged to meet King Charles at a ceremony for winners of The King’s Award for Enterprise at Windsor Castle.

JLR has joined forces with global tyre manufacturer Pirelli in a global automotive industry-first commitment to use FSC-certified natural rubber tyres across its range of modern luxury vehicles.

AO has invested more than £2 million in improving the capacity of its fleet, while reducing carbon emissions.

Just two years after taking the complete production of its campervan range in-house, leading VW and Ford campervan conversion company, Redline Campers, has gained prestigious approval from the National Caravan Council (NCC).

The British Motor Museum, along with The Aston Martin Heritage Trust, is to host the Aston Martin Heritage Festival for the second year running on 31 August.

A young apprentice that thrives on ‘proving the doubters wrong’ has been named as the Outstanding Apprentice of the Year for the West Midlands.

Electric vehicle charging network Be.EV has announced a debt raise of £55 million from NatWest and the German KfW IPEX-Bank.

Leading luxury motorhome dealership Erwin Hymer Centre Travelworld has installed solar panels at its flagship sales centre to cut its environmental footprint.

The Department for Business and Trade estimates that exports to Ireland from the West Midlands accounted for £1.6bn in 2023.

Norton Motorcycles has been in business for over 125 years but the company is still moving with the times by offering its employees the chance to switch to electric cars and benefit from cost savings of up to 40%.

A landmark new Aston Martin showroom will open in the West Midlands later this year – the closest in the world to the iconic marque’s manufacturing facility in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Metrolink has hit another milestone with the UK’s largest light-rail network enjoying its busiest month ever in its 32-year history.

The Transport & Logistics sector is celebrating success at this year’s Multimodal Awards, with two industry heavyweights being announced as the Personality of the Year.

Leading EV charger supplier, evec, has created a new rapid-charging DC model, aimed at businesses, universities, retail outlets and other public locations.

Scot Group Ltd is launching a new vehicle rental business called Switch as part of its strategic growth plans.

A Shropshire-based driver training specialist has launched an innovative business partnership program aimed at uniting talent with opportunity - a move designed to bring a major boost to the logistics and transport sectors. 

HORIBA MIRA, a leading automotive engineering consultancy, has been honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development.

Bus and coach operator Belle Vue Manchester has unveiled an investment of £6m in new vehicles amid further expansion of its partnership with the fast-growing FlixBus network.

Luxury car manufacturer JLR is today announcing significant progress in upskilling its workforce for electrification.

The Lyn Valley is set to captivate car enthusiasts and charity supporters alike as it returns to Lynton & Lynmouth on Sunday, June 9th, 2024.

Wrexham-based Firm Recognised for Commitment to Employee Growth and Forward-Thinking Practices