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5 Things You Should Know Before Becoming An HGV Driver

Posted on 17 Apr 2023
By glyn
In HGV, Logistics, Recruitment

Becoming an HGV driver can be an exciting and rewarding career choice, but it's important to know what you're getting into before you dive in. HGV driving requires a certain set of skills and qualifications, as well as a willingness to work long hours and be away from home for

Why Our Team Love Drivers Direct!

Posted on 1 Dec 2022
By glyn
In Drivers

If you’re looking at a career in logistics, it can be difficult to decipher which companies are not only going to give you the most out for your role, but which businesses go that extra mile (every pun intended) to ensure employees have job satisfaction. At Drivers Direct we pride ourselves

How To Stay Connected Whilst On The Road

Posted on 21 Jun 2022
By glyn
In Drivers, Uncategorised

This blog talks about how HGV drivers can stay connected with friends and family, whilst on the road

The Pros and Cons of Clean Air Zones

Posted on 26 Oct 2020
By glyn
In driving conditions, Logistics

Clean Air Zones, also known as CAZs, are areas of controlled traffic imposed by local authorities in an attempt to improve air quality. Most commonly found in city centres, CAZs were first proposed in 2015 but only came into force this year. The UK government’s target of a near “net

International Women’s Day with Drivers Direct

Posted on 5 Mar 2020
By glyn
In Logistics, Recruitment

For International Women’s Day this year, we wanted to take the opportunity to show our appreciation for some of the women that work at a selection of our branches. We talked to them about their careers, the women who inspire them the most and everything in between. What is your

Patience: The Greatest Value on the Road

Posted on 23 Jul 2019
By glyn
In Drivers, driving conditions, UK Roads

There’s no doubt that the pressure of modern society leaves many of us feeling stressed and irritated on the road every now and then. Our internal training schemeprovides extensive health and safety knowledge for our professional drivers, including ensuring that they are patient, diligent, and respectful on the road. Research from

Professional Driving Careers: Changing Young People’s Perceptions

Posted on 18 Jun 2019
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV, Logistics

It’s no secret that the logistics industry has become increasingly concerned over the issue of a drivers shortage in the UK. With an ageing workforce, a dependence on EU workers and a lack of new entrants, it’s created a cause for concern – with logistics the beating heart of the

Professional Drivers & Cyclists: Keeping a Harmonious Relationship

Posted on 14 May 2019
By glyn
In Drivers, HGV, UK Roads

It’s no secret that there’s an ongoing issue with the relationship between two-wheeled and four-wheeled road users. The likelihood of this partnership showing any developments remains to be seen. However, the main topic that cyclists and vehicle owners (especially professional drivers) can agree on, is the issue of road safety.

Drivers Direct MD Meets With Chris Grayling

Posted on 2 Apr 2019
By glyn
In in the press, Logistics, UK Roads

Our MD Gethin Roberts recently met with Chris Grayling, the Secretary of State Transport. As a respected spokesperson within the industry, Gethin raised a number of subjects with Mr. Grayling to gain further knowledge on what is being done to support drivers, UK roads and the logistics sector as a

Media and Reality: Why is there such a discrepancy for HGVs?

Posted on 5 Mar 2019
By glyn
In Drivers, driving conditions, HGV, in the press, UK Roads

HGVs are covered a lot in the media but it’s no secret that the headlines are usually associated with bad news. In these cases, it’s extremely unfortunate that a sweeping opinion is made of people that are simply doing their job. Without the HGV drivers who work their hardest to deliver

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