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Decarbonisation isn’t just about future tech – it’s today’s smarter driving
Decarbonisation isn’t just about future tech – it’s today’s smarter driving Do not overlook efficiency measures. They can cut the road transport industry’s emissions by half. So where should fleet operators start?
Trade secret barriers persist despite stronger data rights for EU operators
IRU welcomes the Commission’s new guidance on vehicle data, published as the EU Data Act becomes applicable across the bloc. Operators now have a clear legal right to access and share vehicle-generated data. Together, these measures are a major step towards fairer and more transparent data use in road transport. Yet challenges remain, notably around the scope of trade secret exemptions.
How can we accelerate the adoption of e-CMR?
IRU explored the road to wider e-CMR adoption at the recent International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) event in Prague.
Parliament extends toll exemption: IRU urges wider green incentives
IRU welcomes the European Parliament’s vote to fast-track an extension of toll exemptions for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) under the Eurovignette Directive. The measure, if confirmed, will prolong the current exemption from 31 December 2025 to 30 June 2031, providing critical financial certainty for operators investing in clean vehicle technology.
Green, smart and inclusive: Tackling road transport’s ‘three Ds’
One of the most complex transformations facing modern businesses is the management of corporate fleets. From decarbonisation and digitalisation to chipping away at the informal economy, Edenred’s unique insights chart a practical path forward for Europe and Latin America.
EU Commission Vice-President stresses urgent need for secure truck parking
The European Commission Vice-President for Jobs and Skills, Roxana Mînzatu, visited several truck parking areas in Belgium this week to witness first-hand the extreme disparity in conditions, ranging from a state-of-the-art facility to a site lacking even basic services.