courier driver

It is no secret that the environment and our impact on it is a hot topic among courier driver circles, and I think we all agree that going green is the only option if our businesses are to survive into the next generation. We cannot deny that, unfort

Whether you manage a fleet or you’re an independent courier driver, you’ll know the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the logistics industry. This is essential to maintaining excellent levels in driving performance, saf

Every courier driver knows how important it is to make the right choice when buying a new vehicle. It’s usually the biggest expense of your business, and it’s also where you’ll be spending a lot of your time until your next upgrade.

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If you’re a fleet manager, part of your role is ensuring the company’s biggest assets (the vehicles) are in perfect working order. That means regular maintenance checks, daily walk-arounds and investment in upgrades. But reverse back one step, becaus

London driving can be confusing whether you’re an experienced native of the capital or just a visiting courier driver from out of town. While you’ll always need to keep up to date with the latest rules and regulations, we’ll give you enough inf

The winter season is upon us and there’s no going back and, with its arrival, we can expect a number of changes out on the road. Routes may be changed or become trickier to navigate and roads might generally become difficult to drive along for the

In any business, problems are inevitable – and being a courier driver is no exception. However, being self-employed means that you can also be in charge of the solutions. There are a number of issues that you’re sure to come across, but most of the

In honour of Mental Health Awareness Week (held this year from 1 October 2018 to 7 October 2018), it’s a good time to bring attention to the connection between mental health, stress and courier driver safety. Read on to find out about the new white

If you’re a courier driver looking to buy a new delivery vehicle online, there are several things you should keep in mind before doing so. Making sure you can trust the seller is genuine when purchasing high-value goods is vital, as many buyers fal

Fraud is frustratingly common when selling goods online, and can cause major problems if you’re retailing high-value products such as vehicles. If you’re a courier driver looking to offload your van, play it safe and learn what suspicious behavio

Working as a courier driver can be hugely rewarding. For anyone considering a career in the transportation business, here is an introduction into the kind of work involved and an insight into what you can expect your typical day to consist of.

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It’s no secret that not getting enough sleep makes you feel truly awful. You’re slow, sluggish and completely off the ball. Considering how important alertness is to a courier driver, and indeed to all road users, it’s a little worrying that it

Government policy and practices haven’t always kept up with our changing economy and lifestyles and, sometimes, bad policy can have tragic consequences. But from these tragedies some good can still come by bringing awareness to the need for changes

The experienced courier driver is calm, not easily flustered or frustrated. After all, you soon get used to having to deal patiently with other people’s mistakes if you spend a lot of time on the road. However, these long-suffering drivers can occa

With what seems like most of the world on Twitter and Facebook, simple mistakes can often lead to a lot of bad press. Whether it’s about a badly cooked burger or a dodgy haircut, disgruntled customers can easily make their complaints heard in a ver