More safe driving tips for young male drivers
In this blog, we’re going to take a look at a rather splendid new campaign from our friends at THINK! The campaign is called “Good Driver” and it’s mostly aimed at those young men who...
The Highway Code is now easier to use online
In this blog post we’re going to look at an important new addition to The Highway Code – the “hierarchy of road users”. So, just what is it and how will it affect you? Simply put,...
The best strategies from DVSA to overcome anxiety when you drive when you drive
The best strategies from DVSA to overcome anxiety when you drive. Includes relearning the skills you need to pass your driving test, how to stay calm, route planning and refresher lessons. Seasoned readers of this...
Winter driving: 5 tips for dealing with low sun
Low sun causes 3,900 injuries to drivers each year. Find out why and what you can do about it. Safety tips include adjusting stopping distances and keeping your screen clean. Sun interesting facts According to the...
Top 10 reasons for failing the driving test in Great Britain
Introduction This guide explains the top 10 reasons people fail the car driving test in Great Britain. You need to be a good driver to pass the driving test. This guide gives examples of the types...
6 tips to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency
This week (16 to 22 September 2019) is the Road Haulage Association's fifth annual Lorry Week, called #LoveTheLorry. It’s all about promoting the work of the haulage industry and professional drivers. To support the week, we...
Learner drivers on motorways: what lorry and coach drivers need to know
From Monday 4 June 2018, you’ll start to see learner drivers having motorway driving lessons in England, Scotland and Wales. As professional drivers and operators, you rely on the motorway network to help transport goods or passengers...
The importance of keeping windscreens clear
In October 2017, NHS Doctor Suzanna Bull was killed whilst cycling in Birmingham. Despite it being illegal to operate a heavy vehicle with an obscured windscreen, this fatal incident happened because a lorry driver failed...
Put your phone away while driving
Driver conduct As a professional driver, you are responsible for maintaining a high standard of driving. Using a handheld mobile phone while driving presents an unacceptable risk to road safety. As a vocational licence holder, you...
Professional drivers: meeting the conduct standards
Most operators are well aware of who the traffic commissioners are – and what they can do to licence holders who don’t maintain vehicle and driver safety standards. But what happens when professional drivers...
