With the British winter approaching, we can expect to see more cold weather and plenty of rain. This makes driving conditions more dangerous, particularly in extreme conditions such as ice and snow. You may experience more breakdowns and road accidents due to lack of preparation for the weather. As an HGV driver, you can take…
No one wants to deal with brake failure, but it does happen and you should know what to do if your vehicle’s brakes go out when you are driving. Knowledge can prevent some very serious accidents, so you need to know these things. When Brakes Fail in a Regular Vehicle It can be terrifying to…
Hot weather can cause costly damage to your truck if you’re not prepared, so it’s important to know what to do when the temperatures rise. Truck maintenance is important all year round and the right plan will protect your vehicles and keep drivers comfortable and cool. Hot and dry summer weather can put extra…
Accidents happen and when they do, your lorry or other type of vehicle may end up with some damage to the body. What many people wonder is whether or not they really need body repair on their vehicle. Is it just another expense that isn’t necessary? Or should you immediately fix the problem, even if…
No matter what industry you’re in if you rely on a fleet of vehicles big or small then it’s essential that they remain in good condition. However, with the number of miles they do each year and general wear and tear, there comes a time when you will need to replace your trucks with something…
Regular checkups and ongoing maintenance are essential for keeping your commercial vehicles running smoothly. Sometimes, trucks will show obvious signs of repair and in that case, you can quickly arrange a trip to the garage. However, often warning lights will appear or unusual problems will make it difficult to understand the root cause of the…
The heating and cooling system within a vehicle does more than just keeping you at a comfortable temperature, although that’s important too! Without a good working system, keeping your windows clear will be almost impossible and blocked vents could prevent fresh, clean air from circulating the vehicle. That’s why you must keep on top of…
Wear and tear is a natural part of driving any vehicle but this kind of damage can affect the safety of your truck, especially if an accident happens. When you rely on a fleet of vehicles in your business, you must be prepared for these incidents and having a reliable truck body repair company on…
If you rely on a fleet of lorries within your business, keeping up with maintenance should be a top priority to avoid problems like blowouts. However, most of the time burst tyres will happen when you least expect them so your drivers must know what to do in this situation. Here’s what you need…
Sometimes unexpected breakdowns happen while your team is on the road, even if you’ve been taking good care of your fleet. In these situations, action must be taken quickly so your vehicle can be repaired and you don’t slip behind schedule – this is where mobile truck repair services are beneficial. But, what is mobile…