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Company Pledges to Reduce HGV Traffic in Fife

Posted on Feb 04, 2014 by Prath520

In the town of Leslie, Fife, residents have long been concerned about the amount of HGV traffic travelling through on its way in and out of the Lomond Quarry north of town. Like many smaller towns in the UK, the roads in Leslie were never designed to handle an excessive amount of HGV traffic. Now..READ MORE

FTA: New TfL Proposals Have Unintended Consequences

Posted on Feb 03, 2014 by Prath520

In the ongoing debate over how to make London streets safer for cyclists riding among commercial traffic, there seems to be no consensus on how to accomplish safety goals. As evidence, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) recently weighed in on Transport for London’s (TfL) latest proposal, saying its unintended consequences could negatively impact both businesses..READ MORE

Haulage Operators Find Advertising Opportunities in 2011 Regs

Posted on Jan 31, 2014 by Prath520

New regulations went into effect in 2011 requiring haulage operators to affix conspicuous, reflective tape in strategic locations on HGVs and trailers. The tape must be affixed to any HGV in excess of 7.5 tonnes and trailers heavier than 3.5 tonnes. Some of those operators are taking advantage of the requirement as a new avenue..READ MORE

Boroughs Receive Funding for Cycling Improvements

Posted on Jan 28, 2014 by Prath520

London mayor Boris Johnson has announced £17.3 million in funding to be used by several London boroughs to improve cycling conditions. The funding comes from a joint venture between the city and Transport for London (TfL) and are part of Johnson’s commitment to helping improve cycling safety in the UK’s capital. TRL News is reporting..READ MORE

Beaconsfield Motorway Pub Draws Criticism

Posted on Jan 23, 2014 by Prath520

Drivers passing by the Beaconsfield service area on the M40 now have an added incentive to make a short stop: the first ever motorway pub opened in Britain. The Beaconsfield service area can be found near Junction 2 in Buckinghamshire.READ MORE

Spate of Fatal Accident Prompts FTA Advisory

Posted on Jan 17, 2014 by Prath520

A recent spate of fatal accidents in Northern Ireland has led the Freight Transportation Association (FTA) to issue a special advisory among its members operating in the region. HGV Ireland reports the FTA is urging HGV drivers to use extra caution during the winter months due to poor driving conditions.READ MORE

New Load Securing Guidelines Published by IRU

Posted on Jan 15, 2014 by Prath520

As a leading provider of HGV training in Dyfed and dozens of other locations throughout the UK, the HGV Training Centre includes safe loading and securing principles in the training provided to HGV drivers. Now, thanks to the International Road Transport Union (IRU), there are new and updated guidelines drivers can follow regardless of where..READ MORE

Van Driver Encounters Unlikely Nemesis on City Street

Posted on Jan 14, 2014 by Prath520

If you were to train for your van licence with the HGV Training Centre, it is highly unlikely your classes would involve dealing with a wild turkey exhibiting a bad attitude. Unfortunately, such a class might have been helpful to an American UPS driver who was videotaped being chased around a delivery van by a..READ MORE

Vehicle Inspectors to Undergo New Training

Posted on Jan 13, 2014 by Prath520

Whether it is a driver receiving his or her HGV training in South Yorkshire, or a mechanic learning to repair coaches and buses outside of London, everyone involved in the transport and haulage industries receives comprehensive training designed to ensure all involved remain safe. Vehicle inspectors employed by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)..READ MORE

New Testing Centre Opens in Hertfordshire

Posted on Jan 10, 2014 by Prath520

HGV training in Hertfordshire just got a little bit easier thanks to brand-new Authorised Testing Facility (ATF) for commercial vehicles opened at HTC Hemel Hempstead. The facility marks the 400th ATF opened since the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) embarked on an ambitious plan to close government testing centres and transfer their services to..READ MORE

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