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About Institute of Road Transport Engineers. IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers) was founded in 1944 and is one of the most respected names in UK transport.

1 day ago · The free-to-attend Microlise Transport Conference returns to the Coventry Building Society Arena on 18 March 2025 – and this year, Europe’s largest road transport conference promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

1 day ago · The race to lower emissions is increasing efficiency and driving innovation across the fuels and lubricants industry. Tom Austin-Morgan looks at some of the latest products and technologies that are at the forefront of this movement (Image credit: VLS) The transportation industry is experiencing a ...

Jan 9, 2025 · What does 2025 hold for repair and maintenance (R&M) in the transport sector? Tom Austin-Morgan talks to truck manufacturers and service providers about what improvements they are offering in R&M, servicing and workshop improvements as we head into the new year.

1 day ago · Maintaining a compliant and safety-first approach when it comes to brake testing can only be achieved by those who are able to both read and interpret brake testing results. The Road Haulage Association's roller brake testing accreditation scheme ensures engineers are up to scratch and ready for all ...

Dec 9, 2024 · The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain’s annual report for the year ending 31 March 2024 was published on 7 October 2024. In the report, among other things, there are updates on strategic objectives to 2025 and an evaluation of the current state of the industry.

1 day ago · Robust health and safety standards in commercial vehicle workshops are being maintained thanks to technologies. John Challen finds out how When it comes to health and safety, a lot of guidance and rules are common sense. However, that doesn’t stop people falling foul of those rules and, in the ...

Feb 4, 2025 · Reforms to Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) came into effect on 3 December 2024. The changes include introducing a National Driver CPC that will cover driving a lorry, bus or coach in the UK, allowing more flexibility for end-of-module assessments, introducing a faster route for drivers returning to the industry and separating e-learning from trainer-led courses.

Feb 4, 2025 · For technicians and maintenance providers alike, irtec is a key benchmark of quality. Steve Banner reports TIP Group has no doubts about the value of irtec technician licensing and IRTE workshop accreditation, says UK fleet and engineering director, Mark Carlin. They provide customers with ...