Logistics is a 24 hour business, with HGV and LGV drivers often working night shifts to tight deadlines. It’s really important that drivers are extra diligent when it comes to driving at night, even if it becomes the norm – here’s our top tips. Take refreshments. We recommend water and healthy snacks, and advise caution […]
Are you aware of ECMT Permits and the application process? With the Brexit transition period coming to an end, it’s important your organisation is prepared to ensure a full continuation of your services. ECMT permits give permission to carry most types of good and products or drive an empty vehicle through ECMT member countries. You […]
Fuel is an important commodity – and it’s costly! There are a number of ways you can adjust your driving, even if you’re driving a HVG or LVG, to save on fuel. Here’s our suggestions. Plan ahead. LGV and HGV drivers are used to reading the road ahead of them well in advance to stay […]
CPC driver courses are mandatory training for anyone wanting to drive a lorry, bus or coach. Anyone driving these vehicles must complete 35 hours of training every 5 years, spread out to suit their schedules. As well as being a legal requirement, there are a number of benefits to CPC training – Here’s just a […]
The coronavirus pandemic is something none of us expected this year, and it has had a huge impact on logistics. LGV and HGV Drivers are in demand more than ever, but it’s vital that drivers stay safe during these unprecedented times. Here’s how. Make sure there are clear guidelines in place. Organisations are required to […]
HGV and LGV drivers are used to driving through lots of different terrain and weather conditions, it’s an essential part of the job – but driving through towns and cities can prove extra challenging. Here’s what to look out for. Which way?! Some towns and cities have complex road systems to try and manage the […]
Are you looking for a career change into something long term, rewarding and secure? It’s time to consider a career in HGV/LGV driving – and here’s why. You’re in demand! There’s a real shortage of licenced and qualified drivers, given the growing demand on ecommerce and next day delivery – With such a shortage, those […]
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Here at WeTrainCPC, we’re all about helping out drivers. If it’s driving-related, we’re on it. And recently, we’ve been hearing a lot of talk about smart motorways. There’s been some confusion in recent times as to what a smart motorway is. Who they effect, what they do, that kind of stuff. So, we’ve decided to […]
Many people believe that driving whilst they’re a bit tired is ok, because they’ll ‘take it easy’. Sadly, these people are wrong. As driving when you’ve been awake for 18 hours straight makes you drive as though you have a blood alcohol level of around 0.5. No joke. As many as 1/5th of accidents on the […]
