When you are selling items on eBay, you need to find an experienced eBay courier. Whether you are running an eBay store or just selling a few things you no longer want, you will need to get quotes from cheap couriers or parcel delivery services. If you are sending anything larger than an envelope or […]
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Why are petrol prices changing so much?
Apr
24
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It’s one of the biggest frustrations for any driver…you pull up to the pumps and the price has changed again! Recent increases have been blamed on tax and the panic buying of last month, but in fact the fluctuations are much more than just that… Oil prices The cost of oil has been volatile lately, […]
Keeping fit while you’re on the road
Apr
23
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It can be difficult for couriers to stay healthy and active. Your job can make it tough to get enough exercise, which can lead to issues such as obesity, sleep apnoea and chronic back problems. Lack of exercise is also directly linked to mental health problems such as depression. It isn’t hard to see why […]
Fuel strikes – the saga continues
Apr
20
20
It already seems as though the threat of fuel strikes has been hanging over us for some time now, but the news this week that an offer has been rejected means it is yet to last. As the AA revealed today the price of petrol is back on the rise, ACAS announced that talks aimed […]
Choosing Between the Different Types of Deliveries Available
Apr
19
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When you need to have an item or a number of items transported, it can be difficult to know which service you require. Here is Delivery Quote Compare’s quick and easy guide to the options available. Parcel Delivery Service A parcel delivery service is the cheapest delivery option. It is often cheaper than Royal Mail, […]
Alternative fuel vehicles?
Apr
18
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A shocking report out yesterday suggests that pollution is ‘twice as deadly as traffic accidents’. Whilst the comparison is somewhat alarmist – pollution contributes to long-term illnesses which cause deaths, whereas road traffic accidents kill instantly – there is no doubt that the figures are worrying. There are many arguments both for and against commuters […]
Sending a parcel for the first time
Apr
17
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Using a parcel delivery service for the first time doesn’t have to be complicated. If possible, don’t leave it to the last minute. Allow yourself time to package the item and find a suitable delivery service. Read our top parcel delivery tips and you’ll be an expert in no time! Cushion your items properly. Protect […]
Top tips for setting up as a courier
Apr
16
16
When starting out as an owner-driver courier, there are many things you must consider to ensure you get work and make a profit. Here are some of the basics: The best way to start out as an owner-driver courier is by finding work with courier companies in your area. Find the contact details of local […]
Green Issues: A greener future for air freight?
Apr
13
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Like all human activities involving combustion, most forms of aviation release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the Earth’s atmosphere. This contributes to the acceleration of global warming and ocean acidification. In the European Union, greenhouse gas emissions from aviation increased by 87% between 1990 and 2006, which is of great concern to those […]
Top tips for fuel-efficient couriering
Apr
12
12
Fuel is a huge overhead cost for all transport companies, but by learning some easy fuel-efficiency techniques, you can reduce the amount of money you spend on petrol and help the environment at the same time. As well as reducing our CO2 emissions, the way we drive can cut annual fuel consumption by 10%, which translates […]