Passenger Transport

EU Transport Committee approves major reform of road transport sector

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  • Improving drivers’ working conditions
  • Clear rules on posting of drivers
  • Better enforcement to fight illegal practices

Transport Committee MEPs endorsed on Monday (08 June 2020) the deal reached with EU ministers on a major reform of the road transport sector.

The revised rules for posting of drivers, drivers’ rest times and better enforcement of cabotage rules (i.e. transport of goods carried out by non-resident hauliers on a temporary basis in a host member state) aim to put an end to distortion of competition in the road transport sector and provide better rest conditions for drivers.

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The normal driving and rest times will apply from 1 June

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In all European countries, normal driving and rest times will apply again from Monday 1 June. The exception to the regulations allowed by the European Commission laid down in Reg. 561/2006 is valid until May 31 and is not extended.

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Coronavirus Ireland: Updated list of essential retail outlets after Government announces two week lockdown

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Essential retail outlets will remain open but must adhere to strict social distancing guidelines

The Government have released an updated list of essential retail outlets after the lockdown was put in place in the battle against coronavirus.

All non-essential trips and social gatherings have been banned under the harsh new measures.

The order remains in place until May 18th.

Essential retail outlets will remain open but must adhere to strict social distancing guidelines.

Other business that off call-out or delivery services will be allowed to remain open on that basis only.

Public health measures in place until 18 May to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Published: 5 May 2020 From Department of Health and Department of the Taoiseach

Here’s the list in full.

 

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Fuel types of new buses

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Fuel types of new buses: diesel 85%, hybrid 4.8%, electric 4%, alternative fuels 6.2% share in 2019

Last year, 85.0% of all new medium and heavy buses (over 3.5 tonnes) registered in the European Union were fuelled by diesel, while the market share of petrol in this segment was close to zero. All alternatively-powered vehicles (APV) combined accounted for 15.0% of the EU bus market in 2019, with electrically-chargeable vehicles (ECV) making up 4.0% of total new bus registrations.

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RSA Coronavirus (COVID – 19) Updates – Temporary relaxation of EU driving and resting time rules due to COVID-19

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RSA Updates

The temporary relaxation of EU driving and resting time rules due to COVID-19

Introduction: In light of the potential impact of the Coronavirus on HGV operations and the importance of the road haulage sector to the national economy and in response to requests from the haulage industry, the Road Safety Authority and the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport have agreed to allow a temporary and urgent derogation in respect of certain provisions of the EU driving and resting time rules. The proposed derogation will apply to all operators and drivers subject to the EU driver’s hours and tachograph rules engaged in the carriage of goods.

Coming into effect: The derogation comes into immediate effect from 18 March 2020 up to 16 April 2020 which will be reviewed every week as regards application and scope. Read more

Green Truck 2019 ECO-Ranking

Green Truck 2019 – The Results

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Scania R450

Scania R450

The Scania R450 won with consumption of 23.25 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres. The Scania G 410 was placed third with average fuel consumption of 24.02 litres.

 

Scania R 450 convinced with the smallest average fuel consumption of 23.25 litres per 100 kilometres, the lowest CO2 emissions at 738 grams per kilometre, the highest speed with 80.42 km/h and the best score for fuel-efficiency.

 

The Scania G 410 was also tested by both magazines, Verkehrsrundschau and Truck and took a third-place in the environmental ranking with average fuel consumption of 24.02 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of 762 grams per kilometre.

 

Protecting the climate, driving efficiently Every year, VerkehrsRundschau presents the Green Truck Award to the most environmentally friendly tractor truck from the previous test year. 13 vehicles are in the running, and it‘s a close race.

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The Netherlands

The posting of workers for the Netherlands comes into force on 1st March 2020

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As of March 1, 2020, there is a duty to notify for employers abroad and relevant self-employed persons from countries within the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland who have a temporary posting in the Netherlands

This applies in particular to posted professional drivers and own goods transport is also subject to the new regulation.

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5 Reasons to Invest in a Vehicle Camera Solution

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In today’s crash-for-cash climate, the presence of vehicle cameras is a rising trend that hasn’t gone unnoticed. From simple dash-cams to full multi-camera systems, installing a vehicle camera solution protects your drivers against false claims, improve driving behaviour and lower insurance premiums.

But the benefits don’t stop there. Have a read of our top 5 reasons why you should be investing today… Read more

EU agreed on a compromise agreement on mobility package

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EU Mobility Package

EU Mobility Package

The negotiators from the EU Parliament and member states have agreed on a compromise on the controversial reform of the rules for truck drivers. After years of inquiries and difficult negotiations, EU countries have agreed on new rules for the road haulage sector. The new rules will be introduced in 2021 and will also cover Switzerland, Norway and Iceland.

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