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…
If you’re a commercial truck driver, the New Year is the perfect time to refresh your driving skills and learn some tips that will help keep you and everyone else safe. Your driving directly impacts other motorists, so it’s important to take care when you hit the roads. Read on to discover some essential truck…
Getting wheel alignment servicing for your truck may not be something you’ve previously considered. However, this is an integral part of maintenance for commercial vehicles and your truck should regularly undergo wheel alignment diagnosis and adjustment when required for optimal performance. Read on to learn the many benefits of wheel alignment. Improved fuel economy Incorrect…
Truck driving is a profession that attracts people from all walks of life, and what better way to prove it than delving into the glamorous world of celebrity? Here’s some famous faces you probably didn’t know were truck drivers. Sean Connery Sean Connery has had a colourful past when it comes to careers. He’s worked…
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…