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Buying a used HGV is a significant investment, particularly if you are a first-time buyer. There are many factors to consider that extend beyond just price, and it can be a daunting challenge knowing that the wrong choice can lead to issues such as high running costs, downtime, and compliance issues.
Here, FleetEx, global suppliers of premium ex-fleet trucks, have put this g
There is a chance that the summer months are likely to offer us some high temperatures, which is fantastic for those who will be out enjoying it in the garden, but less thrilling for anyone stuck in the cab of an HGV.
We’ve all been inside a car when the temperatures rise, popping on the air con or dropping the window helps, but when you’re driving all day, it gets extremely hot, sweaty and irritable which can be both uncomfortable and unpleasant for drivers.
So, to help our f
Andrea Easton
When you run any kind of vehicle, you are required to put it through an annual MOT. This MOT is just as important for any HGV on the road as it helps to ensure the safety of the vehicles, drivers and any other road users. An MOT failure or the lack of one altogether can lead to some serious penalties, not to mention downtime for your vehicle.
In this guide, FleetEx look at what an HGV MOT is, what it covers, how you should
Electric vehicles once seemed like a thing of the future, but now they are a common sight on most of our roads. This is because they are often cheaper to run and more environmentally friendly, and so government targets have been put in place to try and shift more private vehicle use towards the electric market. However, the HGV market has not moved quite as quickly, and so there are far fewer electric trucks on our roads.
In this article,
Anyone who drives a truck will know that their needs will change with the seasons. Driving a truck during the winter can be extremely dangerous and you can be left with some difficult situations if you are not fully prepared.
To get you ready for those winter roads, Fleet Ex, global suppliers of ex-fleet trucks have put together their list of essential things that you should have in the cab of your truck this winter to make
Andrea Easton
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been in the news a lot lately, due to the many tasks it is now capable of performing. Whilst it might seem as though the robots are ready to take over the world, we are not quite there yet, and there are many practical uses for AI technology.
One of the industries that is currently benefiting from AI is the world of truck driving. It is not driving the vehicles for us, but it is now a big part of the planning process that can make a lot
The global supply chain is an expansive and complex network of organisations, resources, activities, and processes that all play a role in moving goods from manufacturers to consumers. When it is in full working order, the transport of goods is seamless and efficient. By contrast, when there are any issues with it, even local ones, the impact can quickly become both wide-ranging and severe. Truck drivers are fundamental to the operation of the global supply chain.
Andrea Easton
The deepening climate crisis, not mention rising prices, has made us all more aware than ever about the importance of sustainability. These days, more and more vehicle fleets are making an increased move towards sustainability to make them more affordable and to do their bit for the planet.
This can involve looking at the type of vehicles that you run, the routes that you take and the fuels that you use. If you run your own vehicle fleet, you might be wondering how to
Andrea Easton
The HGV industry clearly has to move away from using fossil fuels (as does everybody else). Currently, the main potential replacements for it are electricity and hydrogen. If hydrogen is used, however, it is likely to be in combination with electricity. This is because electric trucks have a range of specific and meaningful benefits. Here are just some of them.
Electricity is relatively easy to source locally
Globally, only a few cou
Andrea Easton
The logistics sector has long played a key role in the global economy. It now has to play a key role in the global fight against climate change. In the UK specifically, changes to the logistics sector will be vital to reaching the target of net zero by 2050. With that in mind, Fleet Ex look at some of the ways truck drivers can reduce their carbon emissions.
Utilising alternative fuel sources
Andrea Easton
