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2017 – A Year In Review

Posted on 13 Dec 2017
By glyn
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Logistics, Recruitment

It’s December already and we can’t quite believe where the time has gone as we edge into the New Year. We’ve been reflecting on this past year at Drivers Direct, thinking about our success and the achievements of our team. In February, we became members of the Association of Recruitment Consultancies

Back to School: A History of Drivers Direct

Posted on 8 Sep 2017
By glyn
In Drivers

As we move into a new academic season, we’re feeling rather reflective over the history of Drivers Direct and how far we’ve come in the last sixteen years. Having been established in 2002 with just three branches – Feltham, Northampton and Runcorn – we have now expanded considerably with over

2040 Petrol-diesel car ban: ‘Smokescreen’ or a welcomed reality?

Posted on 21 Aug 2017
By glyn
In HGV, in the press, UK Roads

Following France’s announcement at the beginning of July to ban all fossil fuel powered vehicles, our own government has made an announcement of their own. The breaking news from parliament is that the UK is banning petrol-diesel cars from 2040, with a new tax implemented on diesel drivers by 2020.

Young Driver Shortage – Enticing the Younger Generation

Posted on 10 May 2017
By phil
In Drivers, Logistics, Recruitment

Many people dream of a job that allows them to travel the length of the country, head overseas, work flexible hours, meet new people every day and consistently receive professional support. Sound like it’s ticking all the right boxes? Some may be surprised to learn that the profession that perfectly

Keeping Healthy Behind the Wheel

Posted on 13 Apr 2017
By phil
In Drivers, HGV, Logistics

After World Health Day was celebrated around the globe on 7th April, we began to think about ways which we could keep healthy whilst on the road. Many studies over the years have shown that those in the road haulage industry are at a higher risk of developing obesity and

Women In Logistics

Posted on 6 Mar 2017
By phil
In Drivers, Logistics, Recruitment

March 8th is International Women’s Day, and we’ve been investigating women in logistics. Despite the fact that there has been an incredible rise of women in the business world, the logistics sector is one which remains male dominated. Only one to two percent of the workforce in the world’s logistics

ARE WE HEADING FOR A CHRISTMAS OF CHAOS?

Posted on 12 Oct 2016
By phil
In Drivers, HGV, Logistics, UK Roads, Uncategorized

Nearly all of the food we eat, most of our clothes, and almost everything we use to build and furnish our homes is, at some point, moved by road transport. With over two million UK employees, road haulage is the UK's fifth largest industry and contributes over £70 billion to the UK

An Evening of Glitz and Glamour for Drivers Direct

Posted on 20 Jul 2016
By phil
In Awards Evening, Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Logistics, Recruitment

It’s that time of year again; the red carpets are rolled out, the tables are adorned with the finest bottles of bubbly and we get out our best outfits. The night of glamour we’re talking about is, of course, the famous Drivers Direct Annual Dinner, held in celebration of the

A SUCCESSFUL YEAR FOR DRIVERS DIRECT LOGISTICS

Posted on 30 Jun 2016
By phil
In Drivers, HGV, Recruitment

June 29th 2016 marks exactly one year to the day that Drivers Direct Logistics first officially opened its doors for business. As you might expect with any new venture; it has not been without its challenges, however the Drivers Direct Logistics team is proud to celebrate and share a number

The Complete Package

Posted on 2 Mar 2016
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

There’s no denying that business is booming as more and more clients turn to Drivers Direct when looking to bolster their business with qualified and professional drivers. However, with more than 1000 drivers now on the road every week, clients were increasingly asking us whether we could offer the complete

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