Quick takeaway Yes. There has never been a better time to start HGV driving as a career, because the UK always needs goods moving and an ageing driver workforce means new drivers are needed year after year. To start, you need to be 18 or over with a full UK car licence, then pass a […]
Quick takeaway Starting out in HGV driving means picking up a new vocabulary alongside the driving itself. This A–Z covers the terminology you’ll hear during training and on your first shifts: the licence categories (Cat C, C+E, C1, C1+E), what CPC actually means, the difference between an artic and a rigid, and everyday jargon like […]
Quick takeaway To be a professional HGV driver in Europe, you need an international Driver CPC, your Driver Qualification Card (DQC) on you at all times, a valid UK photocard licence, and a passport that is under 10 years old with at least six months left. You also need to follow country-specific rules on speed […]
Quick Takeaway The quickest route from beginner to employed HGV driver is to choose a fast track Category C+E training course, pick a full service supplier who handles your DVSA tests, and start studying for your theory test before your provisional licence arrives. With the right plan and professional support, it’s possible to complete Cat […]
Have you ever considered a career as a delivery driver? Perhaps it’s on the list of possible futures on the horizon for you. It’s a role that means more than just sitting behind the wheel; delivery driving offers flexibility, job security, and the chance to be out and about rather than stuck behind a desk. […]
For many logistics and haulage businesses, there’s a potential skills shortage on the horizon. It’s something we’ve seen before, and it’s going to take some joined up thinking by government and industry to successfully navigate. We’re talking about a skilled HGV driver shortage. We saw it during the pandemic, when government initiatives had to be […]
Before anyone embarks on a new career, or even moves into a new role, we naturally want to figure out what working conditions to expect. For HGV drivers, working conditions take in a number of different spaces. This means that anticipating the working conditions can feel a lot more unknown. This comes naturally with a […]
Whether you’re considering a career in HGV driving for the first time, or looking to develop your skills with a specialist licence, potential salary is a key consideration. It’s true that HGV driving has many benefits in terms of flexibility, job security, opportunities, and variety. However, potential salary is an important factor for many of […]
Want to learn something new in 2024? Whether your aim is to embark on a fresh and exciting career change, or simply to add another skill set to your CV, HGV driver training could be exactly what you’re looking for. With demand for professional drivers as high as ever, and flexibility within logistics roles on […]
For anyone looking to train as an HGV driver as a career change or return, it is worth understanding grandfather rights. Otherwise known as acquired rights, these allowances to requirements are based on when you passed your driving, or vocational HGV test. It’s important to remember that even acquired rights must be maintained when you […]
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