If you’re driving trucks regularly, it’s likely that you’ll experience a breakdown at least once. This can be a stressful time, especially when you have cargo or goods to deliver imminently. Read on to discover the common causes of truck breakdowns and find out what you can do to minimise the chances of this happening…
Regular tail lift servicing is crucial. Tail lifts often support heavy loads and if they malfunction or break they could cause serious accidents or damage. Furthermore, it can be extremely costly to repair or even replace a broken tail lift gate. Not only is it far cheaper to get regular tail lift servicing but it…
Lorry driving is almost unquestionably one of the most challenging professions in the country and requires a huge amount of skill and tuition. Drivers train for months to gain enough knowledge to safely drive without supervision and even then they must stay extremely vigilant. After all, it only takes one mistake and then it could…
In recent years the demand for HGV and lorry drivers has continued to increase with jobs within the sector becoming highly lucrative for some. There are of course many reasons for this surge in popularity, though one of the biggest is the internet sensation of online shopping. Whatever the reasons are, the fact is that…
Driving in the winter can be a dangerous task. After all, the days are shorter and temperatures can drop well below freezing. The risks of driving in freezing temperatures are well known and accidents up and down the country become more and more common. There’s no wonder why really, considering there’s much less grip and…
Whether you’re an employee or senior stakeholder, giving a positive impression of the company you represent is certainly in your best interests. Driving customers your way with a professional exterior, fantastic customer service or a real dedication to the cause is a great way to improve client relations. Work vehicles represent your company on the…
Comfort while you drive is an absolute essential, especially for lengthier journeys during which you’ll be constantly focused. A humid interior is especially frustrating, with waves of heat and stuffy conditions likely to distract you from the task at hand. This circumstance can even cause illness and distress to passengers – so repairing an existing…
How To Reduce Fleet Depreciation Fleet depreciation is one of the biggest costs for most trucking businesses. Over time, rolling capital loses value, accumulates damage and, eventually, requires replacement at high cost. Most managers assume that there’s little that they can do about this process. It’s just a fact of life in their industry, just…
Tachograph Calibration And Beyond: What To Know As A Commercial Driver Those employees who spend all or the majority of their working hours behind the wheel are the ones who are most likely to be injured in a workplace accident. These individuals include those who operate buses, lorries, and other delivery vehicles. If you’re a…
How Can Wheel Alignment Affect Fuel Economy For any fleet operator, maximising fuel efficiency is crucial to effective business operations. Booking in regular maintenance can help ensure that all your vehicles are working efficiently saving fuel costs and avoiding costly repairs. There is a number of issues that can have a significant impact on fuel…