With the Amber heatwave warnings come the inevitable heat exhaustion and sweaty, clammy cabs. Most people try to do as little as possible during this kind of weather, including driving. But since driving is your job, that’s pretty hard for you to do. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer in silence. This summer, […]
Its June, and you know what that means? We’re officially halfway through the year! The time has flown by, and it’s left many people reviewing their new year’s resolutions. Did you ever get that new job? Look into that new licence so you can earn more money this year? If you didn’t manage it, this […]
You may have noticed, but not all HGV’s are created equal. There are hundreds of different kinds of HGV on the road, all with different jobs to do. All helping support businesses, individuals and even the public sector. One of the least acknowledged of these is the dumper truck, which is particularly important in the […]
The theory test is one of the more daunting aspects of becoming an HGV driver, and many trainees often worry about taking it. But behind all the worry, the hazard perception part of the test is one that brings out the most concern. The whole section – videos on how to identify hazards and developing […]
If you wanted to know what was in-between a van and an HGV, we would tell you ‘a minibus’. They are great vehicles – versatile and really easy to use. They’re perfect for transporting people and things when a full lorry might just be too much. From helping a loved one to move house to […]
If you’ve ever driven for a long period of time on the road, then you know just how draining it can be. Even though you are physically ‘sitting still’, there are many more demands on your body and mind that make driving professionally a very demanding job. Of course, that doesn’t take away from the […]
Think back – when was the last time you caught yourself complaining about the state of the roads in the UK? Whether it’s the flaking of tarmac on the motorway or that giant pothole on your road that’s racked your windscreen – most of us can think of a dozen places where the roads are […]
HGV safety concerns have once again been making headlines after a collision between 2 lorries and a mini-bus resulted in 8 casualties. But the regulations around HGV driving have always been strict – more so than most people realise. So we thought we out to go over what regulations are in place to keep both […]
HGV drivers are the lifeblood of the UK industry – there are no two ways about it. And with drivers being in such shortage, maintaining a strong and healthy workforce to drive the haulage industry is essential to success. So as an employer, you should be doing all you can to ensure their health stays […]
Making the decision to start a career in HGV driving can be fulfilling, challenging and rewarding for the right type of person. It’s a big step outside of the usual 9-5 routine and will see you travelling across the country and even overseas to visit new places and help businesses thrive. But why would you […]