Even though the Manchester Clean Air Zone is under review and a lot of people think it will be scrapped, Transport for Greater Manchester are still offering grants of up to £12,000 for replacement-compliant HGV’s, when purchased from an Approved Vehicle Dealer, such as James Hart (Chorley) Limited. The criteria for qualification is now open
Any HGV driver should be aware that daily walkaround checks of their vehicle are a key part of the job. This is crucial because it ensures your vehicle is safe and roadworthy to drive. For HGVs in particular, there are specific walkaround checks to carry out each day. But which checks are they? Key HGV
HGV Inspection Updates An updated version of the HGV inspection manual was published on 11th April 2022 and the changes have come into effect as of 1st May. These changes include new guidance on how the DVSA categorises and evaluates vehicle defects found during roadside checks, meaning that not adhering to these guidelines could result
What changes to the Highway Code mean for HGV drivers New HGV driving rules in the Highway Code came into force on 19th January 2022. These rules impact how HGV drivers should behave on the roads and may mean significant changes to the way in which they are penalised in the event of an accident.
As the UK responds to the climate crisis, and the alarming levels of greenhouse gases in our environment, Clean Air Zones are seen as a strong solution to improving UK air quality. In Greater Manchester for example, air pollution contributes to an alarming 1,200 deaths annually, yet the proposed zone aimed at improving air quality
Empty supermarket shelves have been noticeable for some weeks. However, when some of the biggest fast-food chains started taking leading products off their menus, or even restricting their opening hours, truck driver shortages in the UK really started to ‘hit home’. According to a Road Haulage Association survey, the industry currently has a shortfall of
With many European countries such as Germany, the UK and France set to ban all fossil-fuel powered vehicles between 2030 and 2040, the drive towards electrically powered vehicles is rapidly accelerating. At the forefront of this push is the battle between the more traditional and well-established lithium-ion batteries and the exciting new technology of graphene
In a world where reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring that we promote sustainability are dominant concepts in the public consciousness, the shift towards electric vehicles is ongoing. Now, it seems that electric trucks could be set to transform the future of the haulage industry. For many years, there have been barriers to a complete
There are already about 500 miles of so-called “smart” motorways in use throughout the UK, and there are plans in place to almost double that coverage over the next five years or so. However, it seems that even if you are a truck driver using them on a daily basis or just a regular motorist
As a lorry driver, knowing which tax legislations apply to you is crucial to ensuring you can do your job properly. The IR35 Legislation, introduced by the UK Government in 2000, is central to this, designed to halt instances of tax evasion. But what do you need to know specifically, and why is it important
