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.
📋 New MOT test for EVs and ADAS?
The European Commission is proposing updated inspection rules for electric vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), calling current MOT-style checks “no longer sufficient.”
The goal? Bring safety testing in line with rapid tech advances. While the UK sets its own rules, the Department for Transport says it will review the EU proposals as part of its ongoing MOT strategy.
For now, the UK’s three-year first MOT and annual checks remain unchanged — but change may be coming.
❄️ Cold chain logistics: The next big opportunity in haulage
With consistent demand, higher-value loads, and a growing need for compliance-led transport, cold chain logistics is becoming a must-have capability.
Find out what it takes to get started, and why it could be the smartest move your fleet makes this year.
💻 Brokers urge fleets to make better use of data
Many fleets are failing to employ telematics and behavioural data more effectively to reduce accidents and manage risk, according to a new broker-led poll.
The findings, drawn from a cross-section of commercial motor brokers, shine a light on the evolving pressures fleet operators face across the UK.
Topping the list of concerns of brokers about fleet operators were increased repair costs and parts availability, identified by 75% of brokers.
♻️ Top tips for a sustainable warehouse
Small changes in your warehouse can have a big impact. Energy-efficient lighting, better layouts, and recycling programmes can cut emissions and save money.
Want more sustainable warehouse ideas? Check out our full guide.
