As the UK is currently facing a national shortage of HGV drivers, retired drivers are being encouraged to return to work. We recently published a guide to returning to work for retired HGV drivers. Our guide covered the various practical...
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The Pros and Cons of Being an HGV Driver
As with any role, there are numerous pros and cons to working as an HGV driver. If you’re considering training as an HGV driver, or returning to work after retirement, this guide will help you decide if trucking is the role for you. At...
HGV Insurance For New Drivers – A Guide
If you’re a newly qualified HGV driver, or if you’re considering training to become one, this post will provide an essential introduction to HGV insurance. We’ll talk about the different sorts of cover that are available, and the...
Is Campervan Insurance Cheaper Than Van Insurance?
If you want to drive your campervan or motorhome on UK roads, then you’ll need adequate insurance cover. A standard van insurance policy won’t cover your needs. So you’ll need a dedicated campervan insurance policy instead. For an...
Return of the Raiders… The last of Us.
We have just come through one of the toughest renewal months our commercial motor team can recall. The raiders are back in the market both in broker and insurer camps and it is getting worse. Each and every one of our clients renewed...
What is an Umbrella Company for HGV Drivers?
HGV drivers have a few avenues for finding work. You can join a haulage or logistics firm, or work as a fleet driver for a company. Or you can work as an independent owner operator. If you take the independent route, there are many...
Returning to HGV Driving After Retirement
If you’re a retired HGV driver, you may have recently received a letter from the Minister for roads, buses and places. In this letter, the minister refers to a national shortage of HGV drivers, and the pressure this is putting on UK...
Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Action Plan, and Its Effect
In January 2023, the government announced an electric vehicle smart charging action plan. In this post we’ll briefly examine what this plan involves, and the possible implications this might have on different road users – including...
The Cost of Being an Owner Operator
If you want to be an HGV driver, you can enjoy a much more flexible working schedule – and potentially a much more lucrative career – if you work as an independent owner operator. How to Become an HGV Driver We’ve got a detailed guide to...
Best Truck Sat Navs for HGV Drivers
The best truck sat navs for HGV drivers offer so much more than a fast and safe route from A to B. They can make the entire truck driving experience as smooth and streamlined as possible. Can I Used a Normal Sat Nav or Navigation Apps in...
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