2861. All About Van MOT | An Owner's Driver's Guide
August 17, 2017
Becoming an owner driver of a van in this industry comes with significant responsibilities. You are legally obliged to ensure your vehicle is safe to be on the roads and this is also important for the smooth running of the courier industry. The best way to do this is with a Ministry of Transport tes...
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2862. Want to Get More Courier Jobs? Join a Courier Exchange!
August 17, 2017
As a courier driver, you’ll know that expanding your customer base whilst providing the best service you can is a costly, stressful and often very tiring job. However, joining a courier exchange could be your chance to make your job a lot easier and your business more successful. Here are four reaso...
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2863. Your New Courier Van: Buying vs. Leasing
August 17, 2017
Whether you are thinking of undertaking courier work for the first time or it’s time to renew your current van, weighing up whether to lease or buy a delivery vehicle outright can be a tricky decision.
Of course there are pros and cons on both sides. Buying a van will mean that you own the ...
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2864. Technology and the Courier Driver
August 16, 2017
From smart phones to GPS tracking systems, technology is revolutionising the way courier work is carried out. But just because the big delivery companies can afford the very latest software, it doesn’t mean the average independent courier needs to be left behind.
By utilising the technology ...
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2865. Clean, Green Reforms Open Up Opportunities for Drivers
August 16, 2017
There has been some good news for self employed van drivers making a living from courier jobs, with the Government’s recent announcement on reforms to the licensing rules.
In an attempt to reduce emissions to zero by 2050, but in recognition of the important role vans and couriers play in t...
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2866. Safety Tips for Novice HGV Drivers
August 15, 2017
Manoeuvring a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) is very different to commuting in your family car. I don’t doubt that you’re a competent driver, but if you’ve recently joined the haulage industry or are considering becoming a forwarder, you might benefit from these HGV driving tips. Safety is key when you g...
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2867. Newbie Knowledge: Understanding Lorry Types and Weights
August 15, 2017
Considering a career in the transport industry? As a driver, you’ll be expected to get behind the wheel of different vehicles, so it’s essential to understand the various lorry weights and types. Get your head around it all with this short and sweet guide.
Different Lorry Types
Lorri...
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2868. The Latest Gadget in Telematics: Street Angel
August 15, 2017
As I’m sure you know, road safety is fundamental to the haulage industry. It’s the responsibility of haulage companies and freight forwarders to maintain the competency of their drivers and ensure their well-being, while also providing their clients with an efficient service that guarantees the safe...
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2869. Volcanic Adventures the Kids will Lava in Sicily
August 15, 2017
Mount Etna in Sicily is so much more than just a volcano – it is an outdoor adventure playground for families with an adventurous spirit. If hiking through inactive volcanic craters, jeep safaris through barren landscapes or swinging from trees high above the forest floor appeals, then you s...
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2870. Get a Slice of the Sicilian Good Life in Catania
August 15, 2017
Farm stays – known locally as agriturismo – have become an important part of Italian tourism as visitors get the chance to stay in a room or annex on a working farm in the Italian countryside. Nowhere is this form of tourism more vital to the traditional way of life than in the many farms of...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
