Changes to be made to haulier Levy – British Hauliers 2019 levy increase On 28 March 2018 the Roads Minister announced changes to the HGV levy so that from February 2019 haulage firms will benefit from a cheaper road user…
The highest paid truck drivers in the UK are those who work for large logistics companies. These firms typically offer their drivers a salary that is based on the distance they will be driving, as well as an hourly rate…
If you have been driving in a certain area on British Roads you don’t always see some of the road signs across Britain so it is a good idea to refresh yourself with the many British Road Signs you may…
Every time a HGV Driver starts a shift even if driving the same vehicle every day it is necessary to complete your HGV driver walk round vehicle checks. The Importance of HGV Safety Checks The vehicle checks are important for…
Tips for safer truck journeys In adverse weather the hazards associated with Driving Trucks in Winter weather increase greatly. In winter especially, darker, shorter days and bad weather such as rain, hail, fog or snow reduce visibility. High winds, ice,…
Some vehicles are exempt from EU Rules which means they would more than likely fall under the GB Domestic rules see below vehicles exempt from EU rules. Vehicles exempt from EU Rules
Truck Driving hours It can be a huge challenge getting your head around HGV Truck driving hours and regulations. The intricacies of these regulations can be very difficult to understand, Of course, they’re in place for a very good reason,…
Celebrities who used to be truck drivers These top 5 celebrities who used to be truck drivers found fame and fortune after being behind the wheel, truck driving is an occupation where you spend a large amount of time on…
Haulage Companies criticised by Nicola Sturgeon The recent Snow storms that swept across Britain left many motorists stranded in there vehicles for long periods of time. Nicola Sturgeon, The First minister of Scotland, has been accused of placing unfair blame…
The DVSA has changed its roadside checks strategy as of Monday 5 March 2018, DVSA traffic examiners will start issuing on-the-spot fines for any truck driver’s hours offenses committed in the last 28 days.