Here at DeliveryQuoteCompare.com we work with businesses based around delivering your stuff. The top companies in the UK ship items around the world on a daily basis. With such scale some items may be lost in transit, if rarely. Here are ways to help lower the chance of this happening to you, and what can […]
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Why cardboard is the gold standard of packaging
Sep
14
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When seeing packing tutorials there is one constant no matter what you are transporting. This is of course the cardboard box. But why is the humble box made out of slightly stronger paper the best choice for transporting? There are other options: wood, plastic, even metal. Yet, cardboard beats them all in nearly every category, […]
The importance of walk around checks
Sep
7
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As a van driver you have a highly practical machine that doesn’t get the same level of checks as an HGV. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take car to make sure your van is in top condition. Making sure your van is suitable for work and long journeys should be a priority. This helps […]
Can I buy that eBay item? – collection and delivery
Jul
24
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Want to buy on eBay but the item is miles away – get transport quotes to make sure you’re getting a bargain fast quotes from real transporters and couriers eBay is the world’s car boot sale with anything from mopeds to mops and sofas to shirts, bargains can be had turning other people’s excess into […]
Self Drive Deliveries – The van with no man?
Feb
27
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Are Self Drive Deliveries really coming and can we do without our friendly man and van? At CES in January a big focus was put on self drive technology revealing new steps in technology, safety and comfort. In the UK at last Novembers Wired conference automotive tech company, Charge, revealed plans for a new type […]
Transporter tips: How to write a winning profile
Oct
24
24
How to write your winning profile So you’re set up on Delivery Quote compare and ready to bid on the huge number of jobs listed daily, however you’re new to the site and don’t have feedback yet to give our consumers confidence. A winning profile goes a long way to give customers more information about […]
Drivers future!
Jan
2
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What does the future hold for former City Link owner drivers? Has been written in recent days about the demise of City Link and whilst redundancy is a bitter blow to all, of particular concern is the impact it will have on the 1000 strong army of self-employed owner drivers classed as “unsecured creditors” by […]
Wellington Newsagent Takes On Royal Mail
Dec
23
23
Local shop owners Lorraine Lettley, and daughter Trish, have set up their own postal service after customers complained about the rising cost of sending mail. The service is half the price of a first class stamp, guarantees next day delivery by hand and the team is now posting 250 items a day since launching the […]
Top 5 Sat Nav Voices
Dec
18
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A survey of 1,000 motorists by the motoring website Motors.co.uk has revealed the most popular satnav voices to direct you to your destination. While some are performed by the people themselves, some of the voices have been provided by impersonators. Either way, these top 5 are sure to provide you with a laugh. 1. Brian Blessed […]
Top Christmas Packing Tips
Dec
16
16
The festive shopping season is now well and truly underway, but while consumers are busy shopping and spending time with their families, delivery companies and retailers are working hard to meet customer demand. As well as delivery companies and retailers making sure shipments are dispatched in time for the big day, it’s also up to them […]