New showers, new restaurants, improved security and 430 more parking spaces are all on the agenda for truck stops across the UK. It’s all thanks to a joint £16.5m investment by the industry and the Government. The industry is doing...
Read moreDriver Hire Training is set to host a free 'Casual Speeders' webinar. As part of Road Safety Week, organised by road safety charity, Brake, Driver Hire is pleased to invite delegates to this free, informative and engaging webinar discussing the...
Read moreWith World Mental Health Awareness Day on the 10th October 2023, there has never been a better time to discuss why mental health awareness for drivers is crucial, as driving can be a stressful and demanding task that can take...
Read moreIn civil cases, the company is automatically guilty at the start of proceedings Currently there is no limit to the level of compensation that can be claimed Fleet Managers must have a good understanding of the company's legal obligations When it...
Read more87% of car drivers exceed a 20mph limit* 48% of car drivers exceed the speed limit in a 30mph zone - rising to 55% at weekends* 48% of car drivers exceed the limit on a motorway* It’s true that young,...
Read more“Simple control measures would have prevented this accident . . . “ “Easy steps can be taken to reduce the risk of visiting drivers becoming injured on site.” Both of the above are comments from Health & Safety Inspectors in...
Read moreDriver Hire has appointed Samantha Ennis (Sam) as the new Business Development Manager, further strengthening the knowledge and experience around validating licences and driver training. Sam brings a wealth of experience to her role, gained from 11 years working for...
Read moreWorking in the transport and logistics industry as an HGV driver offers a range of fantastic opportunities in a rewarding career. If you’re considering getting an HGV licence but you have diabetes, you may be asking yourself ‘can diabetics drive...
Read moreOne of the most important matters globally is sustainability. In particular, the road freight industry has been in the spotlight in the race to be greener. More than a quarter of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions result from transport, and...
Read moreIt’s true that electric HGVs can be expensive, but after the initial upfront cost, operating electric logistics vehicles can come with various advantages, including significant discounts and cost reductions. Not only can electric vehicles save your business money now, they...
Read moreWe're fully immersed into the colder, Winter months and are starting to see flurries of snow across the UK. To help you stay safe behind the wheel, we have pulled together these top tips on keeping road-safe when driving in...
Read moreCargo theft is the criminal theft of any type of freight products that are in the process of being shipped along a supply chain. It’s one of the toughest problems for the transport and logistics industry to tackle, as criminal...
Read moreTo put it simply, HGV insurance is the policy you need to drive an HGV on the road. It ensures that in the event of an accident, the HGV driver is protected against claims from other road users for damage...
Read moreThe UK HGV market has historically been slightly slower to embrace the trend of electric vehicles than the car market, mainly due to the long distances required in the haulage industry, and the lack of adequate charging infrastructure. However, everything...
Read moreDrivers can expect more snow and ice after weather warnings are issued this week Drivers must be prepared to break down in harsh conditions as temperatures reach lowest in 13 years After snow and ice hitting the UK this week,...
Read moreHow many HGV drivers do you know who, alongside navigating a truck and its load, can do you a decent haircut? Not many. But Yorkshireman Dale Sheard – winner of Driver Hire Training's Driver CPC competition, can. He’s been driving...
Read moreA tidy cab equals a tidy mind. However, when you’re out on the road a lot, regularly making long journeys, experiencing unfavourable weather conditions and sometimes difficult road conditions, it’s not always easy to keep on top of cleaning your...
Read moreAs with any career, it can be daunting applying for positions without having any prior experience. The same goes for newly qualified HGV drivers, who may also face challenges when applying for jobs in logistics. Fortunately, the demand for HGV...
Read moreRegardless of where you drive an HGV, you need to be armed with as much knowledge as possible. Having said that, it’s worth remembering that operating a heavy goods vehicle in London is quite different to driving anywhere else in...
Read moreRising fuel prices and greener policies have pushed electric vehicles to the forefront in recent years. And closer attention is now turning to HGVs, as manufacturers face a predicament over which fuel option is the best long-term solution for net-zero...
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