Fleet management is entering a new era where artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming traditional practices. Spreadsheets and manual processes are giving way to smart systems that optimise routes, predict maintenance needs, and enhance fuel efficiency. To stay competitive, fleet managers must develop a new set of skills that blend technology expertise with strategic thinking. AI-powered platforms streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve safety. How

The Department for Transport (DfT) has officially opened a major consultation process, urging commercial fleet operators, including those managing HGVs, to submit their views on the future of autonomous vehicles (AVs). ​ The government is keen to understand how self-driving technology can be integrated safely and efficiently into the UK's strained logistics network. ​ The call for evidence comes just as major industry bodies, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and Logistics U

Volvo Trucks has launched the next evolution of its I-Roll system, now featuring an automatic engine stop/start capability — a first in the global heavy-duty truck market. This added function is designed to reduce fuel usage and lower CO₂ emissions, further supporting Volvo’s efforts to cut operational costs and lessen the environmental footprint of road transport. The introduction comes as Volvo Trucks continues to demonstrate measurable gains in fuel efficiency, highlighted