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Driving On The Most Dangerous UK Roads

Posted on 30 Apr 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

For the majority of us, driving is an everyday necessity or even a fundamental part of a career. However, you may be shocked to learn a quiet rural road in Wales is considered the most dangerous road in the UK, surprising many locals who regularly use it. Research suggests Carmarthen East

HGV Drivers Push For Government Funding

Posted on 30 Mar 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

With the election just months away, the recent budget was largely anticipated by many in the driving sector. Driver shortages have been well documented and with a growing demand amongst the freight industry, we are keen to see the Governmentâ€™s support to help alleviate the issue. The figures speak for themselves

Understanding your Digital Tachograph

Posted on 24 Feb 2015
By phil
In Drivers, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

Almost 20% of all road traffic accidents are sleep related, many of them occurring on high speed roads. When tired, driving ability decreases dramatically; reaction time slows and judgement becomes blurred. Despite this, figures have shown shocking statistics; 37% of people who use cars, vans or lorries have admitted to driving

Driving In Bad Weather Is Not Snow Joke

Posted on 2 Feb 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

As temperatures drop across the country and snow warnings flood the daily news, now couldnâ€™t be a better time to ensure your vehicle is set for winter driving. Although there tends to be a fall in road accidents during bad weather conditions, due to fewer motorists using the roads, the Department

You Booze, You Lose

Posted on 4 Dec 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

During the Christmas months, alcohol consumption in Britain increases by 40 per cent with 54 per cent of men and 41 per cent of women expected to drink over the recommended guidelines during the festive period. Every year drink driving campaigns hit our TV screens, radios and catch our attention on

SPEEDING AHEAD OF NEW CHANGES

Posted on 12 Nov 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

Driving in the UK has been somewhat under the â€˜spotlightâ€™ recently. There are many reasons for this, mainly due to the changes to CPC training, driverless cars and the abolishment of the tax disk. However, one up and coming change is set to have a big effect on not only

ARE MOTORISTS HEADING FOR A WINTER OF DISCONTENT?

Posted on 13 Oct 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment

As we head into winter, it seems that the budget for improving road quality has been cut dramatically but how much will the realignment of budgets affect the quality and quantity of the essential road maintenance needed to keep our roads in good shape? Research by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)

Hands Free or Not Hands Free?

Posted on 3 Oct 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment

Since December 2003, it has been illegal to drive in the UK while using a hand held phone.Â However, hands-free devices werenâ€™t included in the ban. But legal experts are now warning fleets and their drivers that they could fall foul of the law if they are involved in a collision,

Keeping Britainâ€™s Roads Moving

Posted on 3 Oct 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment

Although amongst the safest in Europe, Britainâ€™s roads are also the busiest and most congested.Â So the news that a whopping Â£24 billion has been ring fenced to create a high performing road network in England thatâ€™s fit for the 21st century and beyond is most welcomed. In the biggest investment

Driving In New Regulations

Posted on 31 Jul 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment

As the industry continues to acquire more and more regulations, qualifying to drive trucks has a new hurdle to overcome with the requirement for drivers to achieve a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) certification. Enforced by a European Union directive, the new Driver CPC qualification aims to increase safety on the

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