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The deadline for appeals under the Road Transport Support Scheme (RTSS) has now passed, leaving Irish haulage operators awaiting decisions on disputed applications and outstanding vehicle payments. The Department of Transport’s extended appeals window closed at 12 noon on Friday, 6 November 2026, bringing an end to the opportunity for...
Irish haulage operators face another increase in operating costs from 1 January 2027, with new motorway toll charges potentially adding thousands of euro to annual fleet expenses, depending on vehicle numbers, routes and frequency of travel. An analysis by HGVIreland.com shows that a fleet of 25 trucks, each making four...
European hauliers operating zero-emission trucks could save between €11,000 and €53,000 per vehicle annually in road tolls, according to a new study examining the impact of the EU’s Eurovignette Directive. The findings suggest that toll discounts and exemptions could play a major role in improving the financial viability of battery-electric...
Irish hauliers travelling to Britain are reminded to check vehicle and axle weights before departure, as an overload can leave a truck prohibited from continuing its journey. For operators working to tight delivery windows and ferry schedules, a roadside weight check can have consequences beyond an enforcement penalty. Correcting an...
Plans to remove routine border checks and certification requirements on food shipments between Great Britain and the European Union from mid-2027 could significantly reduce paperwork for Irish hauliers. However, transport operators are being reminded that fewer border formalities will not remove the day-to-day challenges of managing international freight movements. Fleet...
Ireland’s transition to electric trucks is being held back by inadequate charging infrastructure and high purchase costs, according to the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA). Speaking to RTÉ, IRHA President Ger Hyland said the association supports moving away from diesel but believes current targets cannot be achieved without substantial improvements...
A pioneering road safety initiative in Italy is demonstrating how practical, hands-on training can help HGV drivers, transport operators and other industry professionals reduce risks and improve safety across the heavy-duty transport sector. The Safer Truck initiative, developed by Efficient Driving Enterprise in Italy, has been recognised by the European...
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