HGV / LGV driving professionals should not completely rely on satellite navigation tools

According to the Freight Transportation Association (FTA), all HGV / LGV drivers need to know that the satellite navigation instructions are not always completely reliable. This means that drivers should not fully rely on satellite navigation instructions.

James Firth, the roads policy manager at the FTA said that all haulage companies need to use satellite navigation devices which are specifically designed for commercial vehicles. This is because these units are much better in directing heavy goods vehicles along motorways and roads.

There are units such as the TomTom GO 7000 which diverts large vehicles away from small lanes and low bridges and even where there are no statutory restrictions.

James Firth further added that two years ago, they challenged the satellite navigation industry to make products which are aimed at HGVs. And this is a result which helps the HGV / LGV drivers avoid obstacles at the time of delivering goods. This will ultimately help then to save time and money. Moreover, it also prevents chaos at rural and urban road networks.

He further insisted that the technology is impressive and there can be no other alternative for it. Thus, HGV / LGV driving professionals need to use this unit for better performance and productivity.