HGV1 Podcast

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories across the haulage industry, we look at issues with Touch Screens and the law, and a look forward to the Road Transport Expo 2026.

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories across the haulage industry, we reflect back on Truckfest Wolsingham and run through the award winners and we talk truck parking spaces plus insurance for young drivers.

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories across the haulage industry; from bridge strikes and rat runs to drivers ending up in court and the so-called “wee police”, there’s plenty to get stuck into in this episode. We also look ahead to Truckfest Northeast, and Kevin tells us about his trip to Japan visiting Isuzu.

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories across the haulage industry, we talk truck stops and take a look at the industry’s push towards going green.

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories across the haulage industry. Plus we look back at a brilliant weekend at Truckfest Lincoln with thousands of trucks on display, loads of listeners stopping by, and HGV1 broadcasting live across the weekend.

Mikey catches up with Colin Ward, Managing Director of Live Promotions and the man behind Truckfest. From its launch in 1983 to becoming the UK’s biggest trucking festival, Colin shares how it all started, how it grew into an industry icon, and some of the biggest moments that helped shape Truckfest into what it is today

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories shaping the haulage industry. We also discuss the upcoming TruckFest events, the closure of several family-run hauliers due to rising costs and regulatory pressures, the ongoing HGV driver shortage and challenges with securing proper parking for trucks.

Mikey catches up with Bob Limming, Director of Live Promotions and Truckfest, to discuss what’s in store for the 2026 Truckfest season.

On this week’s Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to break down the latest stories shaping the haulage industry. It’s a proper mixed bag this time. From talk of drivers being paid to leave the industry, to the end of the road for a major Yorkshire heavy haulier… and somehow, a completely random Top 10 thrown in for good measure. Real talk, honest opinions, and a few...

Mikey sits down with Mike Heaton from Certas Energy to talk about the launch of the new fuel bunker at Ecclefechan. We dig into what it means for drivers on one of the UK’s busiest freight routes, the thinking behind the investment, and how it could improve day-to-day life on the road.

On this week's Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us as we get into the latest stories affecting the haulage industry, we talk fuel costs rising, new trucks coming and what it means for drivers.

Mikey is joined by Dave The Angry Trucker to talk trucking, TikTok, Truck shows and plenty more!

On this week's Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us as we get into the latest stories affecting the haulage industry, from the impact of Storm Dave, to what’s happening with fuel, plus a look inside this month’s edition of Transport News.

On this week's Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us as we talk fuel prices, cargo theft, and the big story about the truck driver who had a conviction overturned.

What actually makes a great truck stop? Maddi Solloway-Price from Logistics UK joins Mikey to break down the Best Truck Stop of the Year 2026 and why drivers’ voices matter more than ever.

On this week's Transport News Weekly, Kevin Swallow from Transport News joins us to cover the RHA’s Scottish manifesto, Severn Bridge restrictions, Truck Stop of the Year 2026, and our Top 10 iconic cab interiors.

On this week's Transport News Weekly with Mikey Faulkner and Kevin Swallow, we cover the UK’s worst roads, rising fuel costs for hauliers, a new truck parking survey, major M6 roadworks, tyre theft in Warrington, and the story of a hero from the Zeebrugge ferry disaster.

Simon Williams sat down with Sue Alty (My Truck Stop ) and Ruth Tuffnell (Tuffers Trucking Tales) to talk women in logistics and celebrate International Women’s Day.

This week's Transport News Weekly with Mikey Faulkner and Kevin Swallow, two brand-new truck shows launch, two incredible lorry driver hero stories, a surprising truck driving opportunity from a holiday island and we celebrate Girl Torque raising £50,000 ahead of International Women’s Day.

Mikey Faulkner talks to Darren Matthias about 2B Compliant - a UK transport compliance consultancy that helps haulage and transport operators meet their legal and regulatory requirements.

Mikey Faulkner talks to Andre Smith about LoadDock - a UK freight exchange built to connect loads with trusted hauliers, fast bids, low commission, and no subscription costs.

Mikey Faulkner talks to Mike Heaton from Certas Energy to discuss the major transformation of the iconic Watling Street truck stop. With a £350,000 investment, this key M1/M25 freight hub is being reimagined as a modern driver sanctuary featuring enhanced security, EV HGV charging, lower-carbon fuel options, and the creation of 13 new local jobs. Find out what the upgrade means for drivers and the...

This week's Transport News Weekly with Mikey Faulkner and Kevin Swallow, covers Tuffnells, Bowring Transport, and new developments in fighting freight crime, alongside a critical look at driver sleep deprivation. We also celebrate a life-saving driver hero and explore fresh recruitment strategies to attract the next generation of hauliers.

Mikey Faulkner talks to PC Barry Freeman from the Sussex & Surrey Commercial Vehicle Unit.

This week on the HGV1 Podcast, we catch up with Transport News editor, Kevin Swallow to catch up on the latest news from the haulage industry, we look at some interesting talking points from drivers and we take a glimpse into what is going on with the testing of longer trailers in Europe.