There have been several changes in the commercial vehicle dealer world in the past few months with takeovers of existing businesses revealed, new sites opened as well as management and ownership changes. What the developments reveal is a sector that is constantly evolving as businesses strive to offer ever higher levels of customer service in… Continue reading Dealer update: Ownership changes, takeovers and new sites
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Stagecoach unveils fully electric fleet and depot in Stockton
Stagecoach has announced plans for its first fully electric fleet and depot in Stockton-on-Tees, marking a major milestone in its journey toward sustainability and decarbonisation. According to Stagecoach, the fully electric operation will form the blueprint for future electrification across its UK operating companies. In the next few weeks, the Stockton depot will introduce a… Continue reading Stagecoach unveils fully electric fleet and depot in Stockton
Clive Cowern adds Schmitz Cargobull curtainsiders
Bridgnorth-based Clive Cowern Transport Services has added six Manchester-built Schmitz Cargobull S.CS Freepost semi-trailers to its operation. The curtainsiders are the first new Schmitz Cargobull products to join the Shropshire business in more than 40 years of operation. They replace older equipment in the fleet of 60 trucks – a mix of Scania and DAF… Continue reading Clive Cowern adds Schmitz Cargobull curtainsiders
Two trade deals in one week
As the UK commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day this week, it was apt that the country also forged closer ties with two long-standing partners, the US and India. In turbulent times, and given the export-led nature of the UK sector, stable trade relationships are a pre-requisite for the industry to succeed globally. The US… Continue reading Two trade deals in one week
Q1 used car sales surpass two million for first time since 2019
Used car market surpasses two million units in Q1 for first time since pre-pandemic 2019. Performance caps nine successive quarters of growth as new car market’s gradual recovery fuels availability. Battery electric car sales rise by more than half to reach record volume and market share. Data download The UK’s used car market started the… Continue reading Q1 used car sales surpass two million for first time since 2019
SMMT response to UK-US deal
The agreement announced today to reduce tariffs on UK car exports into the US is great news for the industry and consumers. The application of these tariffs was a severe and immediate threat to UK automotive exporters so this deal will provide much needed relief, allowing both the industry, and those that work in it,… Continue reading SMMT response to UK-US deal
SMMT International Update May 2025
A crucial time to strengthen global relationships Matt Smith, Head of International, shares about upcoming activities for the May edition of the SMMT International Update. The United States is the second-largest export market for UK vehicle exporters, so the imposition of tariffs is of huge concern. Tariffs threaten not only the flow of finished vehicles… Continue reading SMMT International Update May 2025
Five minutes with… Andrew French, B2B Sales Director, UK & Ireland, Michelin
Michelin is a pioneer in the field of tyre retreading with more than 100 years of experience. How has the UK played a critical role in this? Eight in ten Michelin retreaded tyres fitted to commercial and passenger vehicle fleets in the UK and Ireland are produced in our factory in Stoke-on-Trent. We have a… Continue reading Five minutes with… Andrew French, B2B Sales Director, UK & Ireland, Michelin
Bumper April for electric van uptake
SMMT’s latest figures shows a mixed picture for the UK’s new light commercial vehicle market, which continued to face strong headwinds in April. It was the fifth consecutive month of decline in registrations, down -14.2% compared with the same month last year. April is typically a low volume month, so year-on-year fluctuations in volumes are… Continue reading Bumper April for electric van uptake
An electrifying event: EV highlights at the Commercial Vehicle Show
The recent Commercial Vehicle Show featured key electric van and pick-up truck product debuts from established manufacturers as well as newcomers to the UK market. Transport News Brief takes a look at some of the electric vehicle highlights from this year’s event. ISUZU Isuzu unveiled its new D-Max fully electric pick-up truck at the event,… Continue reading An electrifying event: EV highlights at the Commercial Vehicle Show