561. Tougher Testing for HGVs on the Horizon
May 24, 2018
The Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency(DVSA) testing service has a big impact on anyone doing delivery work. But last month a spokesperson for the Freight Transport Association claimed that it is no longer fulfilling its purpose.
In light of the Freight Transport Association’s recent call ...
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562. Pros and Cons for Hiring Younger Lorry Drivers
May 24, 2018
Anyone responsible for hiring new drivers to carry out haulage work will have faced this problem many times: do you go for the fresh-faced, enthusiastic but inexperienced young driver or do you give a job to an experienced, older trucker? It’s an interesting exercise to look at the pros and ...
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563. DVS: A New Safety Feature for the Logistics Industry
May 24, 2018
After much discussion, Transport for London (TfL) has finalised a star system that will be applied to Euro 6 vehicles to evaluate how much a driver can see from within their vehicle’s cab. The system, called the Direct Vision Standard (DVS)is due to be introduced in 2019. As the DVS will hav...
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564. Find the Fun in Faro After Dark
May 24, 2018
Faro is the ideal Portuguese destination for anyone looking for good nightlife. The city has a youthful student vibe with something on offer for everyone. Whether you like to dance the night away in a trendy club or prefer a nice relaxed drink at sunset, there are plenty of things to do in Faro at n...
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565. Truckers Can Get Free Eye Tests in the Vision Van
May 24, 2018
An exciting collaboration between the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and well-known opticians, Vision Express, has resulted in a fully equipped Vision Van taking to the roads of the UK.
This high-tech van transports a mobile eye-testing facility in a specially customised trailer and aims to ...
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566. The FTA: Your Fleet's Friend On and Off the Road
May 24, 2018
The UK’s Fleet Transport Association (FTA) is a huge organisation with a significant number of members, all of who are involved in haulage work in some capacity. When you consider the support it affords its members in terms of compliance training, advice and certification, it’s perhaps not surprisin...
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567. Beyond the Beaches: 2 Beautiful Islands to Explore Off Faro
May 24, 2018
Faro is a beautiful city in Portugal with a lot to offer any visitor, which is why it is so popular amongst tourists. For those looking to get off the beaten track and explore a little bit beyond Faro, embark on an island hopping adventure. These are two islands we suggest you explore; you’ll quickl...
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568. Safety Technology Now More Accessible, Thanks to Mercedes Benz
May 24, 2018
Mercedes-Benz is leading the way in safety technology when it comes to its trucks by introducing a state-of-the-art safety pack.The manufacturerhas convinced several large haulage companies to invest - here’s why. The Safety Pack: What’s Included Active Break Assist 4 As any ...
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569. 3 Family Friendly Ways to Explore the Rio Formosa Natural Park
May 24, 2018
Faro is an ideal destination for a fun loving family. From the resort you can visit Ria Formosa Natural Park, which offers countless activities and exploration opportunities. Complete with beaches, canals and islands, you will find your family spoilt for choice in this park. There is also a variety ...
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570. Driver of the Year Awards Announced at Conference
May 24, 2018
It’s that time of year again when UK truck drivers,fleet managers and owners of haulage companies find out the results of the Microlise Driver of the Year Awards ceremony, held in May. Excitement has been building leading to the announcement of the shortlistof the nine best UK truck drivers, which h...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
