HGV Vehicle Classes Explained
In order to drive any heavy goods vehicle on the roads in the United Kingdom, it is essential that you make sure you have the correct licence. You also need to have an understanding of the different vehicle classes. The licence category is required to be on your driving licence if you want to drive…
When Should You Consider Fleet Truck Insurance?
Heavy Goods Vehicles cannot be driven on the roads without adequate insurance. For companies who have multiple vehicles as part of their business (whether HGV or other types of vehicles), fleet insurance offers many great benefits. Fleet insurance allows companies to have one overarching insurance policy that insures all their vehicles on one single fleet…
HGV driving tests increase by 74% in first quarter of 2022
It seems that the Government are making inroads into their initiatives to reduce the shortfall in HGV drivers in the UK, according to the latest official statistics. The HGV driver shortage was well over 100,000 in 2021. From January 1st, 2022, to March 31st, 2022, there was an impressive 74% increase in HGV driving tests…
When to get your HGV Insurance Renewal Quote – Timing is everything
Renewing your HGV insurance is not something you can ignore. Renewals typically come up once a year and can be overwhelming if you leave the renewal until the last possible date. If you do not renew your HGV insurance policy in time you will be in breach of the law relating to operating and driving…
Changes to the Highway Code that Impact HGV Drivers and Hauliers
On the 19th of January 2022 changes were made to the Highway Code which affect HGV drivers. The new rules affect how HGV drivers are required to behave when on the road, and also affect how drivers are penalised if an accident should occur. All haulage operators and drivers need to ensure they are familiar…
Changes To International Freight Licences – Everything You Need To Know
The UK government has announced some major changes to international freight licences which came into effect from the 21st of May 2022. The new rules relating to international freight will govern how you transport goods to, from, and through Europe using cars, vans, trailers, and heavy goods vehicles. The rules form part of the UK’s…
Understanding the Different Classes for ADR – Necessary Training and Impact on Goods Transported
Drivers of vehicles that have specific tanks and tank components, and also drivers of vehicles that carry dangerous goods are required to hold an ADR certificate. This certificate is a special vocational training certificate that is issued to drivers who require the additional accreditation once they have already completed their HGV training. The acronym ADR…
Driving your HGV in the Summer– How to keep cool
As temperatures rise in the UK, it is a sign for the onset of summer. For many, the summer heat is a welcome change from the rainy spring and cold winter usually experienced. However, for HGV drivers, the change in weather and rise in temperature can make for some very uncomfortable working conditions. Long-distance driving…
HGV Breakdown Cover – What do you need to get cover and what should you do if you breakdown during a journey?
HGVs travel many hundreds of miles and often cover long distances. If an HGV breaks down on a road or motorway, this not only impacts the business but also affects other road users. Breakdown cover for HGVs is essential as it means that if your vehicle breaks down during a journey then help is at…
HGV Insurance – What Information and Documents will you need to Obtain HGV Insurance?
Any haulage firm or fleet operator that operates commercial vehicles that transport heavy goods requires heavy goods vehicle insurance. Ensuring you have the best possible HGV insurance policy in place (individual vehicle or fleet insurance) not only provides protection for you and your business, but it also protects your employees and other people and vehicles…