With the Automated Vehicles Act creating a pathway from trials to commercial deployment, and autonomous taxi services expected on UK roads later this year, Voltempo’s Michael Boxwell explains why autonomous HGVs could be closer than many think
How do you decarbonise long-haul freight without disrupting the flow of goods? Dr Alex Foote explains a project that uses digital twins, AI-powered simulations and industry partnerships to help map out a future with electric HGVs
Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals, highlights a fleet concern about over the air (OTA) software updates, which can reduce the capabilities of company cars and vans
Tackling the higher costs faced by drivers who rely on public charging will be crucial to making EV ownership accessible, affordable and attractive for everyone, writes Jonathan Murray, Acting Managing Director, Zemo Partnership
Ben Fletcher, Chief Executive of Logistics UK, examines its recent report which examines the opinions and experiences of over 500 professionals from across the logistics sector
Once viewed primarily as a convenient way to pay for fuel, fuel cards are increasingly becoming a strategic management tool for fleets, particularly as they integrate electric vehicles alongside conventional petrol and diesel models
With decarbonisation targets approaching for HGVs, battery technology is fast becoming the defining factor, with advances in energy density, charging speeds and pack design improving range. Stephen Gifford and John-Joseph Marie from the Faraday Institution explore the progress to date and what still needs to happen
Using electric HGVs is a big operational shift that requires confidence both in the vehicles and in the charging infrastructure. Sam Clarke, head of eHGV at GRIDSERVE, explores how the Electric Freightway project is tackling these challenges to make zero-emission haulage a reality
