Due to the recent downturn, the heavy lorry and truck market has been greatly affected compared to other sectors. The future of the haulage industry and those involved with HGV driving completely depends on reform and modernisation. The production of light commercial vehicles seems to be more innovative and hopeful than the bigger vehicles of [...]
Ireland’s road chiefs have come with an innovative solution to deal with the accidents caused due to ‘side-swiping.’ This particular problem is a common occurrence in Europe. The placement of the steering wheel on the left hand side is the common reason behind this phenomenon. The HGV drivers thus fail to notice vehicles during overtaking. [...]
Good news is in store for all HGV / LGV drivers. The British Department for Transport has come up with a new report to deal with the current situation concerning HGV drivers who park overnight. Such drivers park overnight during their work in this country. The British Department for Transport also aims to meet all [...]
The government medical advisory of UK has declared that it completely encourages the initiation of individual assessments for HGV / LGV drivers suffering from diabetes. The advice has been taken after a European Directive reversed the current medical advice, which bans people who suffer from diabetes from driving a HGV / LGV. This initiation means [...]
The latest news related to the HGV / LGV industry is that the UK government has declared that it will be initiating a national parking plan for HGVs / LGVs. This introduction made by the government has been appreciated and encouraged by the Freight Transport Association (FTA). HGV / LGV drivers will be provided admission [...]
The LGV training short courses available can be completed easily in just five days. Before you sign up to one of these LGV / HGV driving courses, it is always useful to find out what they involve. The 5 day LGV / HGV training courses are generally conducted by highly qualified and experienced instructors. In [...]
According to analysis by Transport Research Laboratory, there were approximately 400 cases of wheel loss during HGV driving in the year 2006. Wheel Security: a best practice guide is available from the Freight Transport Association (FTA) and this will guide drivers as to the signs of a poorly fitted wheel. The guide also offers the [...]
Decent overnight HGV / LGV truck parking amenities on the Wales’ trunk road is well on its way following the acceptance of a recommendation made by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) by the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG). The leading trade body has argued that by enabling lorry drivers to access secure truck stops for taking [...]
Now that recession has been knocking on everyone’s door, it is becoming difficult to find a good job. The current economic turmoil has left everyone worried about job security. As people are falling prey to recession fever, there are still a few jobs that are immune. There are many reasons why HGV drivers are secure [...]
If you have ever thought of considering a truck driving career, you should take steps soon as the trucking industry is a fast growing one. Before you begin on the truck driver training programme you should know all the requirements needed to become a certified truck driver. Requirements: • Be 18 years of age to [...]