Technology has brought about massive change for the better in our industry – although the core function, of taking essential supplies where they are needed, remains the same. Sometimes, change comes incrementally and gradually, like faster computers or more efficient engines, and sometimes it can be revolutionary, like electric or hybrid vehicles. 

In July, I gave a talk at Fleet Day in Hamilton, about how technology can improve heavy road transport. We’ve heard a lot recently about the challenges facing our industry, and while I do not want to diminish them, I feel it is good to be optimistic and acknowledge some of the positive changes that are happening. Th...