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Telematics and route optimisation can cut fuel use in heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in a few very practical ways—most of it comes down to reducing wasted motion, avoiding inefficient driving conditions, and improving driver behaviour. Route optimisation systems use GPS data, traffic feeds, and historical patterns to plan the most...
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The International Road transport Union (IRU) has welcomed the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism’s (TRAN) support for key positions on the Roadworthiness Package and the revision of Eurovignette rules on CO₂ emission classes for heavy-duty vehicles with trailers. The TRAN vote supports a more proportionate and operational approach...
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With fuel prices continuing to soar, haulage operators are looking at ways of reducing fuel consumption. Tyre pressure is one of the simplest, and most overlooked ways to reduce fuel consumption on heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), writes John Loughran. Tyre pressure directly affects rolling resistance, which is a major contributor...
The Department of Transport has outlined the eligibility criteria for the Road Transport Support Scheme (RTSS). The Road Transport Support Scheme (RTSS) will be available to both licensed road haulage operators and the own account sector, in respect of certain heavy goods vehicles (over 3,500kg) where the vehicle is used...
Breen Transport has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Actros units, supplied by Somers Commercials, which will support the company’s nationwide overnight distribution operations. The fleet addition comprises two Actros 2535 rear steer and lift rigids, fitted with Fitzgerald bodies and Zepro cantilever tail-lifts, alongside a 2553 Actros GigaSpace ProCab tractor...
Fuel is one of the biggest operating costs for heavy goods vehicles, so even small improvements add up quickly. The key is combining smarter driving with good maintenance and planning. Driving habits make the biggest difference Smooth, steady driving saves more fuel than almost anything else. Harsh acceleration and braking...
Barrier-free tolling (also called open-road tolling or free-flow tolling) removes the need for vehicles to slow down, stop, and restart at toll plazas. For heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), that change has a surprisingly large impact on fuel use because of how much energy is involved in moving heavy loads. Here’s...
With diesel prices remaining stubbornly high, despite recent excise reductions, truck drivers are being urged to examine their driving style, in a bid to save fuel. Driving a truck more sustainably isn’t just good for the environment—it can also cut fuel costs and reduce wear on the vehicle. Here are...
FTA Ireland has welcomed the announcement of a coordinated €220 million Government support package aimed at easing severe fuel cost pressures across road transport, agriculture and contracting services. The measures include the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) and a new Fuel Support Scheme for farmers, agricultural and forestry contractors,...
Minister of State in the Department of Transport with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Sean Canney has welcomed the launch of the Road Transporters Support Scheme to support hauliers, ‘own account’ operators and bus and coach services right across the country. “These are the people...