The Ford Focus Electric can reach top speeds of 85mph and travel up to 100 miles on a single The electric car movement is finally getting traction after years of travelling in the slow lane. Supporters of electric transport will see the car giant’s release as a major coup for the industry. The car comes […]
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Mayor of London proposes Safer Lorry Charge to protect cyclists
Sep
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Mayor of London, Boris Johnson recently proposed a ‘Safer Lorry Charge’ aimed at protecting the many cyclists in the nation’s capital. Any LGV not fitted with the correct cyclist protective equipment could face heavy fines under the new proposal. The purpose of the charge is to reduce the number of cyclists involved in accidents in […]
Truck drivers putting themselves at risk by not using safety belts
Sep
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A new study carried out by Volvo has found that half of truck drivers do not use their safety belts. The survey interviewed 700 truck drivers in Sweden – a country with a reputation for being more safety-conscious than most. In the EU alone, over 7000 lives would be saved every year if more road […]
Fancy a pint whilst posting your parcel?
Aug
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A pub in a small town in East Sussex is offering punters the chance to grab a pint whilst posting their mail, as The Nutley Arms, Nutley, becomes an outreach site for post office services. The establishment near Uckfield will receive regular visits from the sub-postmistress of Ridgewood Post Office, Sue Gothard, during the week […]
How are truck drivers viewed by the public?
Aug
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A bit of Friday Fun. Truck drivers have had to put up with many stereotypes over the years, how many of those in the classic comedy video above are actually true? Even roadside cafes have to pass health and safety tests these days!
Britain’s most expensive parking space goes on sale
Aug
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Britain’s most expensive parking space has gone on sale for the eye-watering price of £300,000 – almost twice the price of the average home in England and Wales, which stands at £162,000. For your money you could get a rather uninspiring 11ft by 21ft open air spot, with each square foot costing £1,299. The parking […]
Post Office Strikes Causing Problems?
Aug
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With major disruption within the Post Office seemingly a never-ending news story, it is understandable that disruption to postal services is a significant concern for businesses and individuals alike. Delivery Quote Compare aim to provide a stress free and reliable solution to your parcel delivery dilemmas. In order to help you choose the service that […]
Top Tips For Staying Awake Whilst Driving Long Distance
Aug
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When anybody is considering, or having to drive long distance it is very common to become tired, especially night time driving after a long day. Other then pulling over in a safe area and having a nap, what other alternatives are there to stay awake whilst driving? Take a look at the following top tips […]
Breakfast Alternatives For Truck Drivers
Aug
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How many times have you been told that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”? If the answer to this is plenty then the reason for this is that it’s true. By eating a healthy balanced breakfast it actually helps you to make healthier choices throughout the rest of the day. An ideal […]
Driver Medicals – The Facts
Aug
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If you’re considering becoming a lorry driver then you will need to go through either a HGV medical or an LGV medical, which is the standard medical that’s required for most people that are looking to drive a lorry. Medicals aren’t just required for lorry drivers, they relate to anybody who has a group 2 […]