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Just working world and stable economy

The spirit of cooperation between the coalitioners is noticeable. Now it is about getting from negotiations to act. Our country needs confidence. The special fund for the infrastructure and the relaxation of the debt brake were the right way. People in the country, the employees in the companies, families in the regions, the young people… Continue reading Just working world and stable economy

Plans for the destruction of the Continental Group-employee side calls for employment security

The complete destruction of the traditional Continental group is imminent: The company is now planning to sell the industrial business of the Contitech area by the end of 2026. The Contitech (OESL) automotive business is already for sale. The automotive sector will go to the stock exchange as a spin-off on April 25, 2025 in… Continue reading Plans for the destruction of the Continental Group-employee side calls for employment security

UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running

New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations down -3.2% in March, marking fourth consecutive monthly decline. Surging demand for pick-ups ahead of double-cab tax impact, while other key segments bar small vans shrink in volume. Record monthly volume of electric uptake after 40.3% growth – but still represents just half the 16% market share that is… Continue reading UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running

Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target

New car market rises 12.4% during plate change month as private retail buyers slowly return. Battery electric car uptake rises to highest ever volume at 69,313 units but 19.4% market share still below target set by Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. Industry maintains call for accelerated regulatory review and government incentives to raise demand to required… Continue reading Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target

Avoiding a trade war must be the priority 

A seismic week for the global economy with President Trump outlining his long-promised tariff policy. Starting tomorrow, the UK, like many other countries, will face a 10% tariff – the minimum levied – on most exports across the Atlantic. Whilst charged less than other major economies, it is another deeply disappointing and potentially damaging measure,… Continue reading Avoiding a trade war must be the priority 

Five minutes with… Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK

What will Kia UK have on its stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April? We are excited to launch our new PBV electric van business at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show. The highlight on our impressive show stand will be the unveiling of our PV5 – Kia’s first fully electric van – making its… Continue reading Five minutes with… Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK

CV Show 2025 Preview: Part One

With hundreds of exhibitors as well as key decision-makers from leading fleet operators in attendance, the Commercial Vehicle Show at Birmingham’s NEC between April 29 and May 1, is again set to be the most important industry event of the year. More than 15,000 people attended the show last year, which, as always, brought together… Continue reading CV Show 2025 Preview: Part One

UK Hose chooses MAN TGE

Ipswich-based hydraulic hose breakdown service, UK Hose, has taken delivery of 12 new MAN TGE LION XC vans which its engineers will use to travel the country, servicing, supporting, and repairing customers’ vehicles, plant and equipment. The new vehicles – based on the TGE 3.180, standard wheelbase,front-wheel drive model – are all powered by the latest… Continue reading UK Hose chooses MAN TGE

McGill’s introduces 12 Yutong electric double-deckers

McGill’s Group has taken delivery of 12 Yutong U11DD zero-emission double-decker buses to its fleet to run on its routes in Dundee. The vehicles, operated by Xplore Dundee, can each carry up to 84 passengers and are powered by high-capacity 422kWh batteries. Pelican Bus and Coach supplied the U11DD buses which come with customer-centric features… Continue reading McGill’s introduces 12 Yutong electric double-deckers