Zaptec urges fleet operators to act quickly on Depot Charging Scheme
With the UK Government’s Depot Charging Scheme applications closing on 28 November, fleet operators are being urged to move quickly to secure funding, and avoid missing an opportunity for the electric vehicle (EV) transition. Zaptec, a leader in EV charging solutions for fleets and workplaces and who recently launched its Vehicle-to-Grid-ready and OZEV approved Zaptec […]
Drivers arrested as part of Fatal Five operation in South Devon
Devon & Cornwall Police have carried out road traffic operations in Teignbridge, Torbay and South Hams to check driver behaviour and reduce the number of incidents which cause serious injury or even fatalities. The operation, which visited places including Ivybridge, Bovey Tracey and Torquay, was staffed by several Special Constables, as well as Roads […]
Plans for A52 closure during roadworks ‘shelved’
National Highways has announced that the planned overnight closure of the A52 in Nottingham while roadworks take place has been shelved. Only last week the agency said Derby Road would be closed between the Priory and Queen’s Medical Centre roundabouts from 20:00 to 00:00 BST from Monday until 10 October while work was carried out, […]
EV transporter fire closes M5 in Devon
The M5 in Devon has fully reopened after a major incident was declared by emergency services when a lorry carrying electric vehicles caught fire. The motorway was shut in both directions on Wednesday for several hours, says the BBC, between junctions 28 and 29. The northbound carriageway reopened the following morning, with the southbound carriageway following suit […]
Bicycle thefts from railway stations “decriminalised” says British Transport Police
The British Transport Police (BTP) has said that it will not investigate bicycle thefts from railway stations where the bicycle has been left for more than two hours. It means most bike thefts will not be investigated and CCTV footage will not be looked at outside a two-hour timeframe, according to the BBC. Commuters leave […]
TomTom expands partnership with Hyundai AutoEver
TomTom have announced the expansion of its partnership with Hyundai AutoEver (HAE), the mobility software provider of the Hyundai Motor Group (HMG), further enhancing the driving experience for millions of HMG vehicles across Europe. This renewed agreement solidifies TomTom’s position as a maps supplier for HAE, integrating TomTom’s live services, including real-time traffic data and the newly awarded speed camera […]
Hampshire issues tender for £100m transport and infrastructure consultancy framework
Hampshire County Council (HCC) has issued a tender notice to establish a new four-year multi-supplier consultancy framework for transport, highways and infrastructure services. According to New Civil Engineer, the framework is designed to replace its existing Place, Connectivity & Infrastructure Professional Services Framework, which started in 2022 and runs to 2026 with suppliers including the […]
Emma Partlow appointed ncat CEO
The National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) has announced that Emma Partlow has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer. Emma joins ncat from her role as Director of Engagement and Policy at Transreport, where she played a central role in developing inclusive transport solutions globally. Emma possesses extensive expertise in both accessibility and transport, having devoted her career to enhancing travel experiences for disabled people. She was […]
Women in Bus and Coach celebrates third Annual Summit in Birmingham
Women in Bus and Coach held its third annual summit at lead sponsor BT’s state of the art event facility in Snowhill Birmingham on Monday, bringing together industry leaders, stakeholders, frontline operators and advocates to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in all roles across the bus, coach and community transport sector. Expertly compered by […]
A46 Newark Bypass project gets go-ahead
A major plan by National Highways to relieve congestion and improve safety along the A46 in Newark has today been given the go-ahead.ransport Minister Lord Hendy, on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander, has approved a Development Consent Order (DCO) for the multi-million-pound project, which means the formal green light has been […]