Fleet costs4 min read
The temporary £1 HGV tax rate: what fleet operators need to know
Most eligible HGVs taxed between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027 now receive a temporary £1 Vehicle Excise Duty rate.
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Fleet costs
Compliance5 min read
Smart tachograph rules now reach more international vans
From 1 July 2026, many goods vehicles over 2.5 tonnes used internationally for hire or reward need a full Smart Tachograph 2.
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Vehicle safety5 min read
HGV tyre defects: a practical inspection guide
DVSA guidance shows how common tyre wear and damage are assessed at roadside inspections and annual tests.
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Fleet costs4 min read
HGV levy rates changed in April 2026
The annual levy for Euro VI vehicles now runs from £161 to £619, depending on weight band, with higher rates for older vehicles.
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Maintenance6 min read
Roadworthiness: building a maintenance system that works
The 2025 DVSA guide brings legal duties, inspections, defect reporting and maintenance records into one operating system.
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Drivers5 min read
Driver CPC reform: national flexibility and returning to work
National Driver CPC introduced shorter course blocks, while new return-to-driving routes began on 1 February 2025.
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Load safety6 min read
Securing loads: practical checks before the wheels turn
Safe load restraint starts with a stable load, suitable equipment and clear agreement between the consignor, operator and driver.
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London operations5 min read
London's Progressive Safe System: the permit check every HGV needs
Since 28 October 2024, low-rated HGVs need Progressive Safe System equipment to secure a Greater London safety permit.
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Driver practice5 min read
Daily HGV walkaround checks: making the routine count
A consistent pre-journey check helps drivers find defects early, record them clearly and keep unsafe vehicles off the road.
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Fleet operations6 min read
Longer semi-trailers: route planning before extra capacity
Longer semi-trailers entered general use in Great Britain with specific notification, route-planning and record-keeping duties.
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