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.
🚛 Germany trials massive 32m mega-trailer
The Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) is testing a 31.7m, 10-axle EcoDuo truck, designed to double freight capacity while cutting emissions and road congestion. Already a success in Scandinavia and Spain, the trial will determine if it can be approved for regular use.
🔹 Fuel & CO₂ savings of up to 25%
🔹 Combines road & rail for efficiency
🔹 Reduces pressure on driver shortages
Running between Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant and Hanover’s rail hub, the pilot will assess fuel efficiency, load capacity, and overall feasibility. If approved, it could revolutionize long-haul freight in Germany.
Would UK roads benefit from mega-trailers like this? Read more here.
⚠️ Danger ahead? More like opportunity
Dangerous goods transport isn’t as complicated as it sounds, and it’s packed with potential.
Adding ADR to your services could bring in premium clients, higher rates, and long-term growth.
Start with our guide to learn the basics and make your business ADR-ready.
🛡️ RHA urges hauliers to prepare for cyber threats
Ransomware attacks are crippling UK logistics, with KNP Logistics collapsing and Microlise hit hard. RHA Insurance Services is warning operators to take cyber security seriously—a single breach can shut down fleets, leak sensitive data, and cost millions.
With threats evolving, cyber insurance is becoming a must-have, covering downtime, legal fees, and recovery costs.
Don’t wait until it’s too late—see how to protect your business.
🌮 Are your tacho records up to scratch?
Think you’ve got tachograph rules covered? Mixed fleets, forgotten rest breaks, and uncalibrated devices are common issues.
Our guide to tachograph regulations and drivers’ hours includes practical tips for HGV operators and transport managers to stay compliant, save money, and keep your fleet running smoothly.
🔌 EV fleet charging done right
Dundee has built one of Europe’s most advanced EV charging networks—so what can other cities and fleets learn from it?
From second-life battery storage to fully retractable chargers, Fraser Crichton from Dundee City Council shares seven key lessons on future-proofing infrastructure, engaging communities, and making charging accessible for all.
There have been mistakes, but the lessons learned lessons have shaped a model that supports both current EV demand and long-term growth.
🚗 What works, what doesn’t, and what’s next for charging infrastructure? Read the full insights.
🏅 Should you get FORS-accredited?
Customers value safety, efficiency, and sustainability from their logistics partners. FORS accreditation helps prove your fleet meets these demands.
If you’re wondering whether it’s worth it for your business, we’ve broken it all down in our guide.
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