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Mercedes-Benz eEconic (2026 - ) review
The electric version of the Mercedes-Benz Econic – the eEconic – is aimed at urban work environments where electrification won’t impact functionality

Scania G-Series (2026 - ) review
Scania’s G-Series cabs offer huge flexibility for a variety of body types and use cases cementing its reputation as a solid all-rounder

Iveco X-Way (2026 - ) review
The Iveco X-Way is the manufacturer’s answer to just about every application you can imagine on a rigid chassis

Iveco Eurocargo CNG (2026 - ) review
The Iveco Eurocargo CNG is a great option for fleets looking to decarbonise their services without making huge operational changes
Advice

Coronavirus advice for truck buyers
What does the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic mean for motorists? Here's our guide to the key questions facing truck drivers..

What's the Difference Between a Truck and a Lorry?
In the United Kingdom, we often use both the words truck and lorry when talking about heavy goods vehicles (HGV), but are there any differences that we should be...

Get free truck checks on Autotrader Trucks
Want free truck checks, to give you peace of mind before you buy? Find out more on how to get one here..

Can Unimogs go on motorways?
Unimogs are best suited to navigating difficult and supposedly impassable terrain. Whether it's a rough woodland, snow-covered tracks, or deep mud, Unimogs are revered...

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Iveco lays out plans to become ‘premium partner’
Iveco’s plan to become a ‘premium partner’ focuses on keeping businesses moving no matter which of the company’s vehicles they choose to use

Yutong To Launch Electric 7.5-tonne Truck In The UK
Chinese company Yutong is launching a new electric 7.5-tonne truck in the UK in Q2 2025 with a reported maximum range of over 180 miles.

Government announce grants for HGV training to tackle lorry driver shortages 2021
Learn more about the government funding available for HGV training and the measures being taken to tackle the national shortage of lorry and HGV drivers.

Britcom’s Expansion Plans Hit New Heights
Britcom’s latest expansion plans incorporating a new 6 bay workshop are starting to take shape with the steel framework now being erected, at their 14 acre site in...

London road user charging schemes suspended to help critical workers
On 23rd March Transport for London (TfL) announced that all road user charging schemes in the capital will be temporarily suspended, until further notice.

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5 Best Electric Trucks
Here at Autotrader, we have come up with a list of 5 of the best electric trucks in 2022. We will give you info on all the key features such as battery capacity,...

5 Best buses
Buses aren’t just for getting a group of people from A to B. If you’re looking for an exciting new project, or maybe some extra income, converting a bus could be for you.

5 Best recovery trucks (car transporters)
Here at Autotrader, we have come up with a list of 5 of the best car transporters and recovery trucks in the game. We will highlight some of their resounding features...

5 Best MAN Units
MAN is a popular manufacturer of trucks and tractor units. There are lots of MAN tractor units to choose from, so we have found 5 of the best to help you.

5 Best Iveco Trucks
Standing out for their robust structures and efficiency, we’ve put together five of the best Iveco trucks in the marketplace right now.

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What licence do I need to drive a 7.5-tonne lorry?
The hgv licence required for driving a 7.5-tonne truck depend on the date when your B category car licence was issued, as driving licence entitlements have changed over...

How to get a Category C 7.5-tonne lorry licence
To drive a large vehicle such as a truck, it’s necessary to have a full Category C driving licence to legally drive the hgv for personal or commercial use. Read our...

Autotrader Trucks updates, to help you find your perfect truck in 2022
We’ve been working hard to update and expand our products to ensure everyone from first-time truck buyers and sellers, to experienced vehicle enthusiasts, can make the...

A guide to the Dartford Crossing charge (Dart Charge)
The Dartford Crossing is one of the busiest roads in Britain, it goes along the River Thames between Kent and Essex. It's a major part of the UK road network, which...

Our guide to cleaning your lorry
Read on for a comprehensive guide on cleaning your truck or lorry. You don't necessarily need any special equipment as a decent job can be done with some basic cleaning...

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What it is really like to be a truck driver, featuring Becky Giles
With the driver shortage being such a hot topic in 2021, we explore the ups and downs of being a truck driver with internet sensation Becky Giles.

How is a truck made?
It is difficult to ignore the simple, pure majesty of the truck. Towering above the majority of popular vehicles, the construction of the truck is an engineering feat...

How Did Eddie Stobart Become So Famous?
Discover how haulage superstar Edward Stobart develop his brand into one of the biggest in Britain, revolutionising the freight industry and its relationship with the...

More than a Mercedes 814
In ‘more than a’, we look at ordinary vehicles that have been converted into something extraordinary. Here we catch up with Dean from House Box, a restoration and...

Scania offers free refreshments on tour for truck drivers
In a bid to give back to the industry during COVID-19, Scania (Great Britain) Limited are sending out their hospitality trailer to give out free refreshments to truck...










