721. You Can Now Find Electric Vehicle Charging Points on Google Maps
April 05, 2019
While it is quite environmentally friendly to use an electric vehicle (EV) for courier work, there are some practical challenges. One of them is trying not to run out of power during the day, which could become a hassle and leave the consignment stranded somewhere. However, in good news for those wh...
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722. The Possible Reality of Self-Parking Vehicles in 2021
April 05, 2019
If you work in the delivery industry you no doubt spend a lot of your day getting in and out of your vehicle. Imagine a world, though, in which you don’t have to panic about parallel parking in a really tight spot because your vehicle smoothly parks itself in a bay. Imagine how much faster and less ...
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723. On Guard on the Road: Security Extras for your Courier Van
April 05, 2019
While it’s important for all drivers, security is crucial for anyone doing courier work. Your vehicle is your livelihood, so replacing or repairing it can affect your earnings severely. Worse than this, thieves can steal or damage the goods you’re transporting, leaving you to make financial amends w...
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724. Why Now is the Time to Invest in a New Courier Van
April 05, 2019
Every courier driver knows how important it is to make the right choice when buying a new vehicle. It’s usually the biggest expense of your business, and it’s also where you’ll be spending a lot of your time until your next upgrade.
On top of this, factors outside your control can make it m...
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725. Wise Buys: 5 of the UK's Top Vans for 2019
April 05, 2019
When you’re making a living doing delivery work, it’s important to have the right equipment – and no piece of equipment is more important than your vehicle. On top of this, for most couriers their van is by far their biggest single expense.
It’s crucial that you make an informed decision, t...
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726. Customer Survey Reveals Interesting Figures about Technology Solutions
April 05, 2019
There have been two significant findings from Paragon Software Systems’ annual UK customer survey. The first: integrated technology systems are being used ever more frequently in the courier industry to overcome various business pressures. The second: the transport sector is still struggling to recr...
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727. Debunking Driving Myths: Laws Every Courier Should Know
April 05, 2019
If you’re someone who works in the courier industry, you’re probably out driving a lot – which means it’s likely you know the lay of the land and the laws of the road like the back of your hand. However, no matter how familiar you are with something, a little revision never hurt anyone. That’s why w...
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728. 2022: The Year Vehicles Become That Much Safer
April 04, 2019
After a provisional agreement reached in March 2019 by the EU Parliament’s ICMO (Internal Market and Consumer Protection), mandatory safety systems will become standard in all new cars rolling off the production lines. While so far the legislation to be enacted in 2022 only applies to cars, it’s lik...
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729. The Head-Turning European Bee-Eater
April 01, 2019
Renting a villa in Fornells on Menorca is the perfect solution for the avid bird watcher who wants to combine his favourite hobby with a luxurious holiday. Dozens of different species of birds flock to the island, including many different types of the colourful bee-eater. In between observation trip...
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730. Torre d'en Galmés: 3000 Years of History Waiting for You
April 01, 2019
Menorca has been inhabited for many thousands of years, long before it and its friendly people, rolling hills, beautiful countryside, long beaches and the warm, blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea were discovered by the modern holidaymaker. While on your holiday in Menorca, evidence of the...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
