News 17th December - 2013

Electronic system to replace paper tax discs 17/12/13

The paper tax disc (first issued in 1921) will no longer be issued or required to be displayed on vehicle windscreens, it was announced in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement. more info

Seller’s market for used van sales 17/12/13

New long-term trend data from BCA suggests that values for the average used LCVs reaching the wholesale sector may continue to rise significantly. more info

DfT recognises FTA’s message on DCPC 17/12/13

The DfT has acknowledged the FTA’s submission on Driver CPC, recognising that industry – not politicians – is best placed to identify driver training needs. more info

Removal of addresses from tacho cards 17/12/13

The DVLA is to stop issuing tachograph cards with the driver’s address printed on them.  more info

Removal of addresses from tacho cards 17/12/13

The DVLA is to stop issuing tachograph cards with the driver’s address printed on them.  more info

Warning for road haulage tax cheats 17/12/13

Tax cheats in the South of England’s road transport industry are being targeted by an HMRC taskforce. more info

VOSA puts the spotlight on load security 17/12/13

“Unsafe loads are a risk to all road users, so I would strongly urge operators and drivers to make time for a walk around check, says VOSA’s Industry Liaison Manager. more info

Unserviced vans ‘have more road accidents’ 17/12/13

New research has uncovered a direct link between servicing and accidents.  Van operators that neglect vehicle servicing tend to have a lot more accidents. more info