Report: One fifth of trucks on Europe's roads travel empty

Jessica Shankleman
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European Commission study calls for cross-border restrictions to be dropped so hauliers can operate more efficiently

One fifth of trucks travelling around Europe are carrying nothing, according to a major new EU report that recommends making it easier for hauliers to work across European borders. Vice-President of...

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