HGV Driver Rules on the Road
How long can an HGV driver drive for? How often should an HGV driver take a break? If you’re an HGV lorry driver, it’s important to know the answers to these questions as you’re subject to certain rules on the road for your own safety as well as others. At Elite, we like to support… Read more »
A guide to HGV Medical Test Requirements
A career as an HGV driver offers plenty of benefits including strong rates of pay, job variety and independent working. Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen a decrease in drivers due to Brexit, the pandemic and changes to self-employment taxes. This has created a high demand for HGV drivers, making it a future-proof… Read more »
HGV Driver Rules on the Road
How long can an HGV driver drive for? How often should an HGV driver take a break? If you’re an HGV lorry driver, it’s important to know the answers to these questions as you’re subject to certain rules on the road for your own safety as well as others. At Elite, we like to support… Read more »
How can I become an HGV Class 1 Driver?
If you’re interested in starting a driving career in the Logistics & Transport industry, it’s essential that you get the right HGV licence. At Elite, we work with drivers everyday so we know exactly what it takes to become an HGV Class 1 Driver. In a nutshell: 1. Be aged over 18 with a full… Read more »
Changes to HGV Driver Test
The Current HGV Driver Situation in the UK The UK has an estimated shortfall of 90,000 HGV drivers, this shortage has caused widespread supply chain issues which has hit a range of sectors including food, drink, and medicines. HGV driver shortages worsened after Brexit and Covid. EU workers leaving the UK following Brexit as well… Read more »