Lorry drivers spend their days (or nights) travelling up and down the country, experiencing both the frustrations of standstill traffic and the joys of empty roads with awe-inspiring surrounding views. However, as dictated by regulations, they must stop for regular breaks for the sake of their wellbeing, with this being measured through the use of…
Do you love lorries as much as we do? If you do, then you may be interested to learn some of these historical facts about lorries – a bonus for the history lovers out there, too! We’ve listed our top five facts down below for you. 1. The first lorry was invented in Germany In…
Any vehicle is susceptible to maintenance issues, especially with regular use, but there are certain ones that are particularly common when it comes to lorries. For businesses who use lorries for commercial purposes, fleet maintenance is particularly important, which is why these issues should regularly be checked for and rectified as soon as possible if…
If you are a business that relies on transport, having a fleet management system is vital. Ensuring proper care of your vehicles is necessary to manage your businesses productivity and keep your vehicles safe. Proper fleet maintenance will help maintain some of your businesses most important resources. Preventative vs Corrective There are two main types…
If your business handles fleet management and often requires lorry maintenance, you’ll want the best vehicle for the job. Choosing a fuel-efficient vehicle for your fleet is essential in ensuring your business is efficient, cost-effective, and reliable. Read on to find out more about the most fuel-effective lorries for fleet management available on the market…
Outsourcing fleet management to a professional commercial vehicle maintenance company can provide numerous benefits for any business. Dealing with issues from tachographs to truck repairs, operating large fleets of vehicles can be a time-consuming and challenging feat whilst running your business. Read on to find out how a commercial vehicle maintenance company can assist your…
Fleet maintenance is vital to keeping your vehicles and equipment safe to drive. There are several things you can look out for to ensure that everything is running smoothly! This checklist will help you to maintain safe working conditions. Keep reading to find our top things to look out for! A Daily Walk Around A…
Have you ever considered becoming an HGV driver? Or perhaps you can already drive category D vehicles and are looking to take this one step further so you can drive even larger lorries that are articulated as opposed to rigid. If either of these are the case for you, then you’ll need to qualify for…
Driving is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable pastimes available to us in the modern era. Naturally many of us petrolheads turn to the warm idyllic landscapes of southern Europe when we think of the ultimate driving road. Though we don’t blame you for this, (continental Europe hosts some fantastic ribbons of tarmac) we…
As a lorry driver, you will have to complete a myriad of routes. Some of these may only be a few miles, while others could be journeys that take several days to complete. As you might expect these long journeys can be extremely difficult and it is essential that you know how to manage these…