Ever worried you’ve made mistakes that could damage your HGV driving career? HGV Drivers, whether experienced or new, can fall prey to bad habits just like the rest of us. The problem for drivers is that becoming overwhelmed by their workload, doesn’t just see them begin to underperform, it can lead to errors with… Read more »
So, what are the 3 laws of great HGV driving? We explore the 3 facets, the underlying laws, that make the great HGV drivers the best at what they do.
Guest written by Sam Hay, Training Manager Recently, I was fortunate enough for Backline to put me through my HGV Class 2 licence. Having been with the company since 2011, I’ve picked up plenty of industry knowledge in that time – but nothing quite compares to getting the first-hand experience of actually going through… Read more »
Whether you’re part of a logistics company, a supplier or a driver, there are events, trade shows and conferences in 2020 that you won’t want to miss. We have gathered 14 of the top shows and conferences from around Europe where you can seek new business and work opportunities, catch up with old clients as… Read more »
What’s the best bit of advice you’ve ever had about your HGV driving career? As we enter into the New Year and a new decade, we’ve been wondering what great advice we could share with you to help you continue your HGV driving career. After much deliberation and note comparing we quickly realised… Read more »
More income for HGV drivers; let’s be honest, who would say no to that?! There are many ways that better productivity can help drivers achieve more income. So, to help, we’ve created this article outlining four separate aspects of productivity. These are areas that can help a driver optimise their workflow. This leads… Read more »
What will the future of HGV driving look like? HGV driving is an essential part of every product-based business. Products need to get from factories to warehouses, to stores, and finally to customer doors and HGV drivers are a vital part of this logistical process. When it comes to considering the future of… Read more »
There are more than 183,000 HGV driving jobs in the UK, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).That’s plenty to go around. However, each region has different job opportunities with different industries playing key roles in local economies. This means that while demand for drivers in the UK is certainly up, not… Read more »
If there’s one thing that we can all agree on, it’s that there is some pretty appalling behaviour out there on the roads at times! From tailgating to ignoring rights of way – when your office is 5ft above the tarmac with an engine you’ll have encountered it all! We’ve compiled the Top… Read more »
Ignore what the song says. If you’re behind the wheel, jolly is the exact opposite of what you should be (unless it’s just in the happy sense, of course). Back in the 16th Century when it first originated, cars, trucks and busses didn’t exist. At least nothing that resembles what is on the roads… Read more »
Winter weather can cause havoc on the roads. Ice, snow, wind, fog and the cold can all feel like a challenge designed to test a driver’s professionalism. It demands that even the best take extra care so check out our handy HGV winter driving guide With weather experts predicting another Beast from the East… Read more »
Whether your circumstances have forced it, or you just fancied a change of scenery – there are a number of reasons why you might choose to get back behind the wheel for a living after taking a break…
The best jobs go to the top drivers. And being the best takes more than just being able to drive or deliver on time. Find out what you need here
When it comes to finding and securing the best paid HGV driving jobs there are a few things you need to consider. You need to know what role you are aiming for, and what experience, training and track record employers want. After all, if you know what the best employers are looking for it… Read more »
Sometimes we hear drivers say that HGV driving is a harder job than it used to be. So, in this article, we’ve identified three major elements of HGV driving jobs that have changed over the years and explore their impact on the lives and roles of drivers.
