If any of your commercial vehicles are fitted with a tail lift, then, by law, they must undergo a LOLER (The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) Thorough Examination at least twice every year. This is to ensure that your tail lifts are safe to operate and are in compliance with the necessary regulations…
In today’s competitive business landscape, maintaining a positive brand image and ensuring operational efficiency is crucial for sustained success. For companies like Transcare, a leading provider of transportation services, the implementation of a well-managed vehicle fleet can significantly enhance both aspects. In this article, we explore the benefits of a vehicle fleet and how fleet…
In the transportation industry, the comfort and safety of drivers and passengers are paramount. One crucial component that significantly contributes to both aspects is the vehicle’s air conditioning system. For companies like Transcare, ensuring reliable air conditioning in fleets of trucks and lorries is vital. In this article, we explore why air conditioning is important…
In the fast-paced transportation industry, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and safety is paramount. Tachographs play a crucial role in monitoring and recording essential data related to driving time, speed, and rest periods. For companies like Transcare, understanding tachographs and ensuring their proper calibration and repairs are what we specialise in. In this article, we delve into…
If you have a fleet of HGV lorries, then it is likely that these will be fitted with tachographs, at least they should be. These are required by law to be in place when driving an HGV, which is why it is important that you do so. Read on below as we tell you all…
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…