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How To Stay Connected Whilst On The Road

Posted on 21 Jun 2022
By glyn
In Drivers, Uncategorised

This blog talks about how HGV drivers can stay connected with friends and family, whilst on the road

The Effect Of The Fuel Duty Rise On The Economic Recovery Of The Logistics Industry

Posted on 5 Oct 2020
By glyn
In in the press, Logistics

This autumn, during the budget review, it is rumoured that Chancellor Rishi Sunak is considering ending the current freeze on fuel tax, FleetNews reports. This could see fuel duty increase as much as 5p, resulting in a spike in overall costs per litre. It’s thought that this move is being

Moving From Military To Logistics

Posted on 26 Aug 2020
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV, Recruitment

Coming out of the military and transitioning into civilian life once more can be scary, and it can also be daunting to choose a career path that’s right for you after spending your working life up until now serving the country. At Drivers Direct, we’re big on encouraging ex-military into the

What Impact Will The Border Operating Model Have On The UK Supply Chain?

Posted on 27 Jul 2020
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV, Logistics, UK Roads

Last month, we talked about how the lack of Brexit attention might impact the logistics industry, today we are taking a deeper look into the Government’s latest update for the UK-EU borders which will significantly impact the logistics industry: The Border Operating Model. It has certainly been a strange time, over

Brexit & Logistics – What Impact Will A Lack of Attention Have On The Industry?

Posted on 24 Jun 2020
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV, Logistics

Since our exit from the EU just under 6 months ago, the focus has shifted away from Brexit over the past few months, with the outbreak of Coronavirus dramatically changing life as we know it. Covid-19 has impacted the logistics industry in more ways than one, with one being a considerable

International Women’s Day with Drivers Direct

Posted on 5 Mar 2020
By glyn
In Logistics, Recruitment

For International Women’s Day this year, we wanted to take the opportunity to show our appreciation for some of the women that work at a selection of our branches. We talked to them about their careers, the women who inspire them the most and everything in between. What is your

5 Things to Love About Being an HGV Driver

Posted on 13 Feb 2020
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV

Ever wondered what it’s like to be an HGV driver?

There are many pre-conceived notions, so we’re here to shine a light on what it’s really like and why you should definitely consider a career in logistics. There are many positives to being an HGV driver, but we’ve narrowed it down to our top five.

Christmas Logistics: Explained

Posted on 19 Dec 2019
By glyn
In Logistics

Logistics is one of the fundamental factors in providing an enjoyable Christmas. In fact, without logistics, the festive period would probably look rather different. Behind everything that occurs around the Christmas period - including food, presents and decorations – is logistics. Our drivers work tirelessly every year to ensure your Christmas

The Impact of Black Friday on the Logistics Industry

Posted on 7 Nov 2019
By glyn
In Logistics

Black Friday is, without doubt, the busiest day of the year for couriers, delivery drivers and retailers across the world, who are responsible for ensuring orders and deliveries run smoothly. This phenomenon has been a fixture in the UK retail calendar for the last six years with last year seeing

Road Emissions: Practicalities vs Ideologies

Posted on 24 Oct 2019
By glyn
In HGV, UK Roads

Following the well-documented UN climate action summit in New York last month, climate change and tackling environmental issues have never been heralded such high a profile. One of the issues Governments throughout the globe are looking to work on is reducing road emissions.

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