AA Charitable Trust Warns Against Delaying Essential Vehicle Repairs Drivers are being encouraged to stay on top of vehicle upkeep, as new research reveals that many continue to put off essential repairs. A recent AA survey of 13,481 drivers shows that more than one in five (22%) admitted they had postponed repairs identified during an MOT or routine check because they were short of time. Cost remains the biggest barrier, with nearly three in five (59%) saying they had deferred important maintenance for financial reasons. Published: 18 December 2025
Neglected Tyres and Brakes Drive High MOT Failure Rate in UK Vans Figures show that 2021-registered vans recorded a 25.9% failure rate, compared with 12.6% for non-LCVs of the same age, and TyreSafe says the findings point to systemic neglect rather than random faults, with brakes and tyres responsible for a significant proportion of failures. Verifleet’s data also reveals that around a quarter of tyre failures at subsequent MOTs were previously recorded as advisories, suggesting that ignored warnings are directly fuelling the high failure rate. Published: 18 December 2025
UK Reviews Headlight Glare Amid Growing Driver Complaints As darker evenings set in, the UK government is intensifying its review of headlight brightness amid rising concerns from motorists about being dazzled by oncoming vehicles. Officials are considering updates to headlight regulations and tougher action against the illegal sale of excessively powerful bulbs. Published: 17 November 2025
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Opening doors for businesses since 1995. The versatile, reliable and innovative Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been opening doors for businesses of all sizes, across the United Kingdom, for 30 years. From mobile car detailers to national delivery services, Sprinter drives growth and opportunity – keeping British business moving in every community. Published: 12 November 2025
Mercedes-Benz Launches Fleet Pilot For Multi-Brand Fleet Management Mercedes-Benz has introduced a new Fleet Pilot portal, providing fleet operators with real-time vehicle insights across multiple brands, eliminating the need for additional hardware. The web-based platform, initially available in selected European markets including the UK, provides fleet managers with a comprehensive overview of their operations through clear dashboards, charts, and tables that display key performance data. Published: 10 November 2025
Mercedes-Benz Actros Awarded Five-Star Euro NCAP Safer Truck Rating The Mercedes-Benz Actros has achieved a top five-star score in Euro NCAP’s latest Safer Truck tests, joining a small group of heavy goods vehicles recognised for outstanding safety performance. Euro NCAP began rating trucks in 2024, and this year’s round of testing assessed 10 of the most widely used rigid HGVs, representing around 95% of Europe’s long-haul fleet market. Vehicles were scored across three phases of accident management: Safe Driving, Crash Avoidance, and Post-Crash Safety, as well as being eligible for an additional CitySafe label to indicate suitability for urban operations. Published: 10 November 2025
UK Public EV Charging Network Expands By 23% In A Year The UK’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network has grown by nearly a quarter over the past year, with 15,979 new charge points added since October 2024, according to data from Zapmap. The latest figures, published by the Department for Transport, show that the national charging network now comprises more than 86,000 charge points in total, with an average of one new public charger being installed every 33 minutes. Published: 07 November 2025
Electric eActros 600 powers the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team’s green push to Dutch Grand The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has become the first in Formula One history to complete a long-haul journey solely using an all-electric truck. In a demonstration of the viability of electric trucks and the decarbonisation of long-distance haulage, the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team used an eActros 600 to transport its W16 race cars from its UK base at Brackley, Northamptonshire, to Zandvoort in Holland for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix. Based on its consumption during the journey, the truck could have done the 673km journey on a single charge. Published: 07 November 2025
AI System To Tackle Bridge Strikes Set For Launch An advanced AI-powered safety system designed to help prevent bridge strikes involving heavy vehicles will be introduced next month at the FORS annual conference in Birmingham. The new low bridge detection technology aims to reduce the 1,800 incidents reported across the UK each year, helping operators cut the risk of costly repairs, traffic disruption and potential rail delays. Published: 09 October 2025