Your fleet is only as good as the drivers behind it, so managing driver performance is key tooptimising productivity, improving safety and customer retention. Here we explore how you canmanage your drivers to gain optimum performance. Recruitment Statistics from Aviva show that almost 33% of all fatalities involve the use of a company vehicle and33% […]
Looking for More Loads?Join the UK’s Busiest Freight Exchange Today. Courier Exchange (CX) is a digital platform with an accredited network of courier drivers, transport companies and freight forwarders. Whether you’re a courier driver looking for more load opportunities or managing a fleet and wanting to keep your vans running full, CX is a step […]
Our top tips for staying safe and on the road this winter. It looks like it’s going to be a busy time for courier drivers and indeed HGV’s too this winter, boosted by locked down shoppers hitting the internet in a frenzy of online purchasing. But as winter sets in, you need to be prepared […]
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, because for the majority of people living in Great Britain the car is an inherent part of their daily lives. But as drivers who make their living by being on the road, (1 in 10 British workers use a van for their livelihood) you should be even more committed to […]
Tyre Safety Month- Are you ready for ACTion? The safety and maintenance aspect of tyres is so important that there is even a national UK charity-TyreSafe- set up to raise awareness of the importance of correct tyre maintenance and the dangers of defective and illegal tyres. October sees the launch of their Tyre Safety Month […]
How to pick up (and keep) business as a self-employed courier driver If you have or are about to take the step into becoming a self-employed courier, the good news is that there is still a shortage of qualified and experience drivers to meet the thousands of delivery jobs that are required every single day. […]
Those in the trade industry, transport sector or courier/haulier business often use a fleet of vans for work. If you’re in such such sectors, then buying or leasing vans would be necessary. Unsure about which option is best for you? Let’s take a look at the advantages of both van buying vs van leasing. What […]
Do you know your SP50s from your DR10s? Let’s be honest, driving conviction codes for motoring offences in the UK can be confusing. But it’s important information every motorist should know, as it can affect the cost and terms of your car insurance. Because getting convicted driver insurance isn’t a one size fits all approach […]
