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New Agency Could Address Scotland’s HGV Crisis

Posted on Apr 20, 2017 by Prath520

If you follow our news, you’ll know that there’s a worrying HGV driver shortage at the moment, and that it could cause the UK many logistical problems in the near future. With the majority of current drivers nearing retirement age, and not enough younger drivers in training to replace them, questions are being asked about..READ MORE

Things To Know Before Driving An HGV In London

Posted on Jan 10, 2017 by Prath520

Driving an HGV in London is unlike driving in any other city in the UK. That’s why training in London can give you an edge when it comes to actually working in the capital as a professional driver. We’ve weighed up some of the pros, cons, and general differences when it comes to driving in..READ MORE

The Best And Worst Stories About Drivers In 2016

Posted on Dec 27, 2016 by Prath520

There have been a lot of ups and downs in the HGV industry this year, and nowhere has this been more apparent than in the press. One minute there’s a positive story about HGV drivers, and the next there’s something much less positive. Let’s take a look back at some of the best and the..READ MORE

Common Myths About Forklift Training

Posted on Dec 23, 2016 by Prath520

Many people are confused about what a forklift truck is, and what it’s like to learn to drive one. That might put some people off ever having formal training, thinking they can go in and do a forklift driving job right away, or it might make others feel too intimidated to give it a try..READ MORE

How To Prepare To Be A New HGV Driver

Posted on Dec 20, 2016 by Prath520

So you’re booked on one of our training courses, and you could be a fully qualified HGV driver within a week. It’s time to start thinking about the practicalities of your career as a professional new HGV driver, and that means thinking beyond simply getting your licence. We’ve put together a rundown of all the things..READ MORE

Winter HGV Driving: Are You Really Prepared?

Posted on Dec 16, 2016 by Prath520

Even if we don’t get a white Christmas this year, we’re still very likely to experience the ice, snow and freezing temperatures of British winter at some point over the next couple of months. All drivers know they need to be prepared for the onset of wintery weather, but for HGV drivers it’s even more..READ MORE

7 Reasons You Haven’t Got Your HGV Licence Yet

Posted on Dec 15, 2016 by Prath520

If you’ve ever considered getting your HGV licence, but you haven’t got round to giving us a call yet, we understand. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about HGV driving – both training and as a career – and just one of these misconceptions can stop you from even taking that first step..READ MORE

Exclusive interview with Coca Cola’s Christmas Truck driver

Posted on Nov 18, 2016 by Prath520

For lots of people around the world, the Coca Cola Christmas truck is one of the traditional signs that the holidays are coming – whether they spot it on TV or in real life driving through their home town. It’s probably the most famous HGV in the world, so of course we wanted to find..READ MORE

Over Half Of HGV Drivers Have Illegal Phone Habits

Posted on Nov 07, 2016 by Prath520

A recent survey by insurance firm Stavely Head has revealed further shocking information that almost 60% of drivers have admitted to using mobile phones while driving – some in stationary traffic but others while actually on the move. The survey included information from a sample of 3,700 drivers, which also included 254 HGV drivers, of..READ MORE

Brexit Sees Eastern European Drivers Quit, Creating HGV Job Opportunities In UK

Posted on Nov 02, 2016 by Prath520

The debate over whether Brexit will affect the haulage industry is ongoing, and it’s just been thrown another curveball. Eastern European workers from countries like Poland, Romania and Bulgaria make up a large portion of the workforce currently driving for UK firms, and are essential at the moment to the smooth running of haulage in..READ MORE

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