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MSP David Stewart on Board with 50 Mph A9 Speed Limit

Posted on Jun 09, 2014 by Prath520

Late last year the government made it clear that it intended to do something about the number of deadly accidents occurring on the A9 in Scotland. Their first proposal involved installing speed cameras in order to make sure HGV drivers abide by posted speed limits. Drivers, understandably upset by the proposal, claimed the solution was..READ MORE

Doctors Urged to Be More Careful on Medical Examination Forms

Posted on Jun 05, 2014 by Prath520

Before an individual can begin HGV lessons, a routine medical examination must be passed. That examination is given by an NHS GP or another doctor approved by the government to conduct such exams. Doctors conducting the exams are required to fill out assessment paperwork as part of the process. A recent spike in the number..READ MORE

The Telegraph Offers Tips for Matching Towing Vehicle and Trailer

Posted on Jun 04, 2014 by Prath520

Sometimes companies like ours can oversimplify the fact that receiving towing lessons is the single most important thing trailer owners can do to ensure road safety. Moreover, while driver training is important, choosing the right tow vehicle is equally important. A mismatch between tow vehicle and caravan could very easily lead to a serious accident..READ MORE

Turkish Driver Fined for Operating HGV While Watching Film

Posted on Jun 03, 2014 by Prath520

A recent incident in Kent underscores the need for driver CPC training within the haulage and transport industries. The incident in question involved a 40-year-old HGV driver from Turkey who was caught operating a vehicle while watching a film on a laptop computer.READ MORE

New Driver Training in Reducing Fatalities after Traffic Accident

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Prath520

Statistics show that the first aid received by victims in the minutes directly after traffic accidents significantly affects survival rates. That reality has led two organisations to teamed up to offer brand-new truck driver training to volunteers willing to act as emergency first aid providers until emergency services arrive on scene.READ MORE

Two West Midlands Hauliers Disqualified After Inquiry

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Prath520

A pair of West Midlands haulage companies were disqualified from operating in the UK after numerous charges involving unlicensed operation and improper driver records. HGV UK reports that West Midlands Traffic Commissioner Nick Jones disqualified Sukhi Transport Ltd and GB Haulage Ltd.READ MORE

Gasrec to Open New Bio-LNG Filling Station in Bridgewater

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Prath520

As one of the leading providers of HGV training in Somerset, we are excited to hear that Gasrec plans to open a brand-new bio-LNG filling station in Bridgewater. The facility is set to open on June 1 of this year (2014). The West Country was chosen, in part, because of the easy access from many..READ MORE

Haulage Companies Will Be Recruiting at Derbyshire Job Fair

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Prath520

Tomorrow’s Derby Telegraph Jobs Fair will be welcoming participation from companies all over the region. Here at HGV Training Centre, we are most interested in those companies involved in haulage and transport. And according to the Derby Telegraph, a number of them will be represented at the fair, which runs from 10 AM until 3..READ MORE

Road User levy Has More Money than Anticipated

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Prath520

From HGV driving schools to foreign haulage companies, everyone operating large commercial vehicles on UK highways is now paying the new road user levy that went into effect from April 1 (2014). The good news is that the levy has generated more money than originally anticipated. Official reports estimate the first five weeks of the..READ MORE

Some Companies Planning to Invest in EV Fleets

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Prath520

We recently reported that the government was planning to invest as much as £500 million in electric vehicle (EV) development over the next six years. Part of that money will be earmarked specifically for the development of LGVs and other commercial vehicles for fleets. Imagine taking the LGV test in an electric vehicle. It is..READ MORE

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