M1 lorry fire causes 12-mile queues and severe delays
A major lorry fire on the M1 near Northampton has caused 12-mile tailbacks and severe delays. Get the latest traffic updates and diversion advice here.
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Immigrant Truckers Flee Profession After US Rule Enforcement
Trucking firms face driver shortages as immigrant hauliers abandon the US industry following stringent new federal enforcement of training and licensing standards. Explore the impact.
M54 closed overnight for lorry recovery after crash
The M54 in Shropshire is closed eastbound for overnight recovery of a crashed HGV. National Highways warn of delays and have a diversion in place. Follow for live updates.
44% of US Trucking Schools May Close After Federal Review
A federal review finds nearly 44% of US truck driving schools non-compliant, risking closure. Read the latest on the safety crackdown and its implications.
Dubai taxi driver choked by passenger in violent attack
Watch the terrifying footage of a passenger putting a Dubai taxi driver in a chokehold and threatening to kill him. The driver suffered injuries in the vicious assault.
Terminal cancer dad escorted to wedding by bin trucks
A 23-year-old bin man with terminal cancer was moved to tears as his colleagues formed a bin lorry procession for his wedding day in Dover. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
Romanian lorry drivers jailed for smuggling 49 migrants
Two Romanian lorry drivers sentenced for attempting to smuggle 49 migrants from UK to France. National Crime Agency warns of sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting HGV drivers.
Google Maps error bombards village with lorries
The Somerset village of Lullington is under siege from HGVs after a Google Maps error designated its narrow lanes a 'shortcut'. Historic bridges and homes are damaged.
Boston school bus death of five-year-old avoidable
Footage reveals Boston school bus driver's distraction led to fatal accident killing five-year-old Lens Arthur Joseph. Read the full investigation details.
HGV driver causes five-car crash over misted windscreen
Shocking dashcam footage reveals how an HGV driver's failure to clear his windscreen led to a five-vehicle collision in Wales. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Lorry driver crashes with glued load in Flintshire
A lorry driver smashed into traffic after driving with a misted windscreen. Read the shocking details of the court case and sentencing.
Grandma decapitated by bin lorry near school
Maria Rubalcava de Ruesga, a 69-year-old grandmother and cancer survivor, was tragically killed by a bin lorry in Santa Ana. Witnesses included children from a nearby primary school.
A14 closed after lorry fire causes rush hour chaos
A lorry fire on the A14 in Suffolk has closed the eastbound carriageway, causing major rush hour delays. Emergency resurfacing is underway. Follow for live updates.
Homeless man crushed to death in Northampton bin lorry
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, who was crushed in refuse lorry while sleeping in bin. Emergency services rushed to Wellington Street scene. Inquest opened.
A1 closed after lorry overturns in major crash
The A1 in Lincolnshire is closed northbound after a lorry overturned. National Highways warns of 'complex' recovery and major delays. Plan your journey now.
California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licences
California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver's licences from immigrants, sparking a political dispute between Governor Newsom and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement and road safety.
M25 chaos: Lorry fire closes motorway, 60-min delays
A serious lorry fire has caused complete closure of the M25 anti-clockwise between junctions 11 and 10, creating 60-minute delays and severe traffic disruption during Friday rush hour.
Lorry drivers paid £2,000 per migrant to smuggle into UK
Exclusive investigation reveals how criminal gangs are paying lorry drivers up to £2,000 per migrant in sophisticated smuggling operations targeting UK borders. Police report dramatic spike in arrests as border security tightens.
Polish lorry driver blames coughing fit for fatal wrong-way crash
Shocking dashcam footage reveals the moment a Polish lorry driver, blaming a coughing fit, drove the wrong way down a British motorway, causing a fatal collision that killed another driver.
F1 Legend Andrea de Adamich Dies Aged 81
The motorsport world mourns as Andrea de Adamich, the pioneering Italian Formula 1 driver and respected commentator, passes away at 81 after battling a long illness.
Las Vegas school bus driver killed in bike lane tragedy
A Las Vegas school bus driver was tragically killed while cycling in a designated bike lane, sparking urgent calls for improved road safety measures and protected cycling infrastructure.
Coffee cuts crash risk: Study reveals driving benefits
New research shows moderate caffeine consumption could significantly reduce accident risk for drivers, offering surprising benefits beyond just staying awake.
Lorry driver crashes into stationary traffic at 50mph
Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment a distracted lorry driver fails to notice stopped traffic, causing a catastrophic multi-vehicle collision on a British motorway. Exclusive investigation reveals the driver's failure to react to warning signs.
Hero train driver confronts knifeman protecting passengers
Courageous train driver Jamie Sellers reveals how he faced down an armed attacker while protecting terrified passengers during a routine London service, earning nationwide praise for his bravery.
Charles Leclerc engaged to Alexandra Saint Mleux
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc reveals he's engaged to girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux after romantic Paris proposal, sharing stunning photos of the magical moment.
Lorry driver guilty of French student's Christmas murder
A French student's dream UK visit ended in tragedy when a lorry driver murdered him and hid his body in a storage unit just days before Christmas. The shocking case reveals disturbing details of calculated violence.
Lorry driver runs down police officer in shocking M25 attack
Dramatic body-worn camera footage captures the terrifying moment a HGV driver accelerates into a police officer on the M25 hard shoulder, leading to a dramatic Taser arrest in a case that has shocked the Thames Valley Police force.
M25 chaos: Multi-vehicle crash sparks 12-mile queues
Major disruption on Britain's busiest motorway as lorry collision closes three lanes near Chertsey, causing 90-minute delays and traffic gridlock during morning rush hour.
M25 closed after lorry fire causes 90-minute delays
A major lorry fire has forced the complete closure of the M25 in Surrey, causing severe 90-minute delays and miles of queues during Tuesday's rush hour. Emergency services remain on scene.
M25 migrant stowaways spark security fears
Exclusive investigation reveals migrants hiding in lorries near Britain's busiest motorway, raising urgent questions about border security and drawing disturbing comparisons to the Uxbridge attacker case.
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