From electric vehicles and AI to wearable tech and onboard camera systems, find out how advances in driving technology could impact the HGV of the future. Driver numbers are stabilising in the UK amid ongoing efforts to recruit and upskill new HGV drivers. In March this year, 74% more lorry driving tests were done […]
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Optimism in spite of challenges, according to this year’s Industry Monitor report
We are delighted to share with you our latest state of the nation style report – the Industry Monitor 2022 – produced in collaboration with the teams at Motor Transport and Commercial Motor, which was officially launched at this year’s Road Transport Expo event. The report includes the results of a survey carried out with […]
These Vehicle Tech Trends are Revolutionising the Transport Industry
Mirrorless, self-driving vehicles fuelled by the sun might sound like something from a sci-fi film, but they’re fast becoming a reality. Innovative vehicle technology makes our roads safer, our fuel cheaper and our planet greener. Not only that but the UK’s Transportation and Storage sector is now the eighth-fastest growing sector in the country and the second-ranked […]
Which Countries Could be Petrol-Free By 2050?
The UK wants to phase out petrol-driven cars by 2035, but what does a world without fossil-fuelled vehicles look like, and how can businesses prepare for the inevitable transition? Private vs Commercial Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Road transport in the UK is responsible for 92% of the country’s domestic transport greenhouse gas emissions. The majority […]
Exclusive report into how the industry is tackling the challenging road to recovery launches this week
Our third annual report into the health of the road transport industry is our most important to-date, as we delve into some of the top concerns for commercial vehicle operators in the aftermath of COVID-19 and Brexit. The Asset Alliance Group Industry Monitor 2021 offers expert insights into the latest UK commercial vehicle trends, trading […]
Deal or No-deal – The Brexit need to knows
To leave or not to leave, is still the question. The deadline of 31st October has come and gone, and Brexit is still up in the air as the delay continues for at least a further three months. There remain four options that parliament can deliver, and which therefore face the UK public and the […]
The HGV Driver Shortage: New Industry Facts and Perspectives
According to our latest Industry Monitor report, 20% of UK Road Transport & Commercial Vehicle operators turn away business because they don’t have enough drivers. The new survey adds facts and figures to the HGV driver shortage to empower businesses to plan ahead.
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More cities introduce Clean Air and Low-Emission Zones
The latest Industry Monitor from Asset Alliance Group, based on a survey of 200 fleet decision makers, takes a deep dive into issues facing the road transport industry and considers the impact of urban environmental legislation on transport operators. We offer a summary of its findings here.
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Report into the health of the road transport sector to be published at the CV Show
Asset Alliance Group is to publish its second annual report into the health of the road transport industry at this year’s CV Show. The Asset Alliance Group Industry Monitor 2019 will explore business confidence amongst fleet operators, as well as attitudes towards key topics including low emission zones, alternative fuels, driver recruitment and autonomous vehicles. […]
Positive thoughts about 2019!
More than half of respondents to our 2018/19 survey – all key decision makers in the transport and logistics sector – predicted a prosperous 2019, with business performance slightly or significantly better than the previous 12 months. The same number said they thought leaving the EU will make no difference, or actually make things slightly […]