Welsh Government will begin repairing some 30,000 potholes on 62 miles of motorways and main roads in April, but it's already been criticised as inadequate. The £25 million announced to repair roads across Wales does not represent the longer-term strategy and funding model needed to reinforce the UK's transport infrastructure, according to business group … [Read more...]
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Wales’ fuel prices rising again says RAC
The price of petrol and diesel has risen for the fourth straight month, making unleaded 5p a litre more expensive than it was at the start of October and diesel 6p more, says RAC Fuel Watch. Petrol went up 2p a litre in January to an average of 139p (136.9p at start of 2025) and diesel by nearly 3p to 145.7p (from 142.9p). This means filling up a 55-litre … [Read more...]
More circuits open to young drivers and riders
Circuit training by the UK’s leading road safety charity will be coming to two new venues this year - Knockhill Racing Circuit in Fife and Bicester Heritage Centre in Oxfordshire. The events will be run by IAM RoadSmart, giving drivers and riders the opportunity to learn precision driving and riding techniques on a racing circuit, and to develop … [Read more...]
South Wales Metro electrification extends
Transport for Wales is another step closer to delivering the next phase of the South Wales Metro as it prepares to electrify the Coryton and lower Rhymney lines in the coming weeks. As part of the Metro project, which will deliver 170km of electrified track, 116km is already completed and ‘live’. With the upcoming electrification of the Coryton and lower … [Read more...]
Newslines 27 January
Swansea ranks second for cheapest diesel in Britain, averaging £1.41 per litre, according to WhatPrice.co.uk, Belfast is cheaper at £1.35p but Cambridge is most expensive costing £1.47p and when it comes to petrol the dearest also Cambridge, Crawley, Poole and Bournemouth at £1.40p while the least expensive is Belfast again at £1.32p. Hyundai Motor Group … [Read more...]
Rising costs worry motorists
Almost seven out of 10 motorists (69%) are worried about petrol and diesel costs rising this year, reveals new research. January’s Startline Used Car Tracker also shows that 60% are concerned about rising insurance premiums, 47% the cost of buying a car and 42% the cost of servicing. Other costs expected to increase include repairs (41%), electric vehicle … [Read more...]
Newslines 24 January
Responding to the announcement from the Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens that rail is her “number one priority for Wales” for the Spending Review, Logistics UK Senior Policy Advisor – Rail, Ellis Shelton welcomed her commitment to the sector but is adamant that the needs of rail freight must be considered alongside those of passenger services. “While … [Read more...]
Crisis looms for automotive sector in Europe, says ACEA head
In a letter to EU leaders, the newly appointed European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association President, Ola Källenius, outlined automotive sector priorities to ensure future competitiveness and drive decarbonisation. A thriving European automotive industry is essential for driving economic growth and competitiveness. The industry faces … [Read more...]
Bodies join to offer employees better tax deal
A new salary sacrifice course for fleets is being offered to members of the Association of Fleet Professionals in partnership with the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association. The move is part of a general strategy by the two professional bodies to work more closely together to the benefit of their members, with further joint training initiatives … [Read more...]
Welsh technology is helping us breath more easily and save money
An award-winning Welsh logistics company has developed an innovative emissions management tool, thanks to Welsh Government support. The state-of-the-art software pioneered by Freight Logistics Solutions has cut 600,000kg of carbon emissions from delivery vehicles which would have accrued over 3.3 million miles in part loaded journeys. Pontypool-based firm … [Read more...]
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