Welcome to This Week in Freight, your go-to source for the latest haulage and road freight news and advice in the UK.
Every Friday, we gather the week’s top stories affecting fleet managers, operators, and drivers, keeping you informed on industry trends, updates, and key developments.
📚 Old qualification, modern problems
Traffic Commissioners are urging a review of the Transport Manager CPC, saying too many qualified TMs are falling short in real-life responsibilities.
With growing pressures on compliance, tech and law, the CPC may no longer be fit for purpose.
→ Read why reform could be on the horizon.
🚛 Fewer trucks, higher rates: market shifts in July
July saw an unexpected rise in transport costs, fuelled by a drop in available capacity, according to TEG Logistics Technology. With both courier and haulage prices climbing, it’s a sign that summer slowdown isn’t a given.
Get the latest numbers, what’s driving the shift, and what to watch heading into autumn.
→ See the full July Transport Index update.
⚠️ Your drivers are racking up fines – here’s what to do
Fleets are seeing a “significant” jump in fines for everything from PCNs to clean air zone breaches. But the real problem? Most operators are struggling to keep track.
Find out what’s behind the rise, and how better systems can help you avoid spiralling penalties.
→ See why fine management is now a fleet priority.
🚧 Make your mark: how conspicuity rules work
Conspicuity markings aren’t just tape – they’re legal safety kit. Get them wrong and you risk fines or worse.
This guide breaks down what the rules say, how to apply markings properly, and the key do’s and don’ts for UK fleets.
→ Find out how to stay safe and compliant at night.
🔧 Sweaty cabs = lost revenue
Air con issues aren’t just uncomfortable — they cost you. Poor cooling leads to driver fatigue, downtime, and expensive repairs if left unchecked.
This guide covers how to keep your HGV’s A/C system in top shape, from re-gassing cycles to spotting problems early.
→ Get the full guide to staying cool and compliant.
Also worth a read
- Some media reports paint a bleak picture of electric vehicles, making them seem unreliable, expensive, and a fad that’s quickly fading. But that’s just not true.
- The Humber Bridge is getting a new ANPR-based tolling system, and it’ll go live by the end of the year. Here’s what haulage companies need to know to avoid fines.
- Running out of warehouse space? Before you start looking for new units, try these four ways to increase your existing warehouse storage capacity.
- A modern Warehouse Management System can transform your warehouse performance with insights, KPIs, analytics and AI, helping you achieve faster, smarter and more resilient operations. Here’s how.
