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 […]
Quick Takeaway The periodic CPC qualification for professional HGV drivers in the UK is now split into National and International CPC. Both require 35 hours of learning over each 5 year period, but under the National CPC there are now shorter, more flexible course options available. If there is any chance that you will need, […]
Quick Takeaway: The initial driver CPC qualification is made up of modules 2 (Case Studies) and 4 (Practical) of the HGV driving tests. When you have gained your HGV licence, you must continue to attend regular training updates throughout your career. This must be a total of 35 hours over each 5 year period, which […]
Having a C1 driving licence entitlement allows you to drive rigid vehicles weighing between 3,500kg and 7,500kg. This means that you can take on a diverse range of delivery driver roles. C1 vehicles are more nimble for local driving and are the choice for many direct-to-customer delivery roles. Here at HGV Training Centre, we know […]
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 […]
The UK’s haulage industry is facing a crisis. With predictions that the sector will need 200,000 new HGV drivers over the next five years, concerted efforts to attract younger workers are vital to plugging the gap. Currently less than 2% of HGV drivers are under the age of 25, and many young people overlook this […]
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