1651. UK Trucker's Favourite Truck Stops for 2017
July 20, 2017
From drab and dull facilities to leaky showers, undercooked grub and non-existent WiFi – any experienced truck driver will have visited some disappointing truck stops. However, there are also some great stops out there doing their best to provide a top-notch service to hungry and tired drivers. Here...
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1652. 3 Must-Have Apps for UK Truck Drivers
July 20, 2017
Driving from A to B might sound simple but, as HGV operators know, there can be a whole host of complications. From unsuitable roads, to lack of overnight parking, to time-wasting dead mileage, there are many possible frustrations. Thanks to modern technology, there are lots of applications out ther...
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1653. Explore the Historic Centre of Bruges
July 19, 2017
So, you’ve decided on a holiday in Bruges? Great choice. Known as the Venice of the North, this Belgian metropolis is not only celebrated for its dreamy streets, intricate architecture and glistening waters, but also for its status as a noteworthy cultural hub. Let’s take a look at what historical h...
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1654. What to Do in Timbuktu!
July 19, 2017
It’s time to clear something up: Timbuktu is not an airy-fairy, make-believe place. No, it’s actually a real – and not to mention historically significant – city in the Republic of Mali. Known as the ‘Crown of West Africa’, Timbuktu was not only a long-time trading centre for gold, salt, slaves and ...
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1655. Family Adventure at Disneyland: Take Your Pick!
July 19, 2017
One of the hardest things to do as a parent these days is organise family travel. Insurance, packing, money, flights and transportation and the list of things to arrange goes on and on. However, what if you decided to throw all your energy and resources behind achieving that speechless look of joy o...
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1656. The Haulier's Guide to the Channel Islands
July 19, 2017
During the course of your working week as a UK haulier you may travel the length and breadth of the country delivering and picking up goods. But if you take on haulage jobs abroad, there are extra challenges to face in terms of foreign road rules, regulations and by-laws. It's vitally important you ...
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1657. Looking for a Powerful Distribution Vehicle? Think Volvo FE
July 19, 2017
For UK freight operators, the M6 motorway is vital to the logistics of navigating the congested Midlands, and over the past five years commercial use of the motorway has increased by an average of 19% each year. The FTA (Freight Transport Association) has welcomed news that goods vehicles are to be ...
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1658. How to Roll with the Toll Charge on the M6
July 19, 2017
For UK freight operators, the M6 motorway is vital to the logistics of navigating the congested Midlands, and over the past five years commercial use of the motorway has increased by an average of 19% each year. The FTA (Freight Transport Association) has welcomed news that goods vehicles are to be ...
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1659. Paid Too Much for Your Lorry? Join the RHA Group Action
July 19, 2017
Recently, European truck manufacturers have been fined almost 3 billion euros for price fixing after admitting they were guilty of violating EU rules. The Road Haulage Association, or RHA, is making a group claim for compensation for those who were overcharged for their trucks. I look into the activ...
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1660. 48 Hours in Munich: Explore the Highlights on a City Break
July 18, 2017
Germany’s third largest city easily seems as if it were made for 48-hour trips, and has plenty of exciting activities in store for weekend visitors. With its grand Gothic architecture, leafy parks and gardens, and streets that resemble illustrations of fairy-tale books, a city break in Munich is a f...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
