Driver Training
Latest News8 Sep 2020IAM RoadSmart urges businesses to fund driver training via Apprenticeship Levy
IAM RoadSmart is encouraging businesses to make sure driver training is a part of apprenticeship development.
Latest News29 Jul 2020TP Fire & Security improves driver safety, while cutting emissions and idling time
TP Fire & Security has announced the successful implementation of Lightfoot’s in-cab technology across its fleet, leading to increases in fuel economy of almost 10%.
Latest News23 Jul 2020Government introduces changes to Driver CPC
The changes, which include minimum qualifications, training standards and the delivery of periodic training, were introduced yesterday (July 22).
Latest News14 Jul 2020Hovis wins Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020
Hovis has won the Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020 after telematics data showed it had the best performing drivers.
Latest News3 Jul 2020Driving Monitor helps E.On improve driver compliance
E.On has reached the highest levels of driver compliance, thanks to its use of the Driving Monitor platform.
Van News4 Jun 2020Mercedes provides Tesco with additional Sprinters for driver assessments
Mercedes-Benz Vans has loaned 15 Sprinters to Tesco so the supermarket can to continue carrying out driver assessments.
Latest News3 Apr 2020Coronavirus: Red urges delivery companies not to ignore driver training
Red Driver Training is urging delivery companies not to overlook the importance of driver training as they recruit thousands of new employees to cope with demand.
- Latest News21 Feb 2020
FORS fees frozen for a fifth year running
There will be no increase to FORS membership subscription or audit fees during 2020, for the fifth year in succession.
Latest News11 Feb 2020Groundwork London improves MPG and cuts idling
Groundwork London has reported the improvements after installing Lightfoot in its fleet of 73 vans and utility vehicles.
Latest News17 Jan 2020RoSPA launches couriers, taxi drivers’ safety guidance
Taxis and couriers urged given new RoSPA safety guidance.
Latest News7 Jan 2020Clipper Logistics benefits from Licence Check’s DAVIS solution
Clipper Logistics says it has seen several benefits from switching its licence checking procedures and processes to Licence Check’s DAVIS platform.
Latest News16 Dec 2019Cemex holds ‘Driver of the Year’ awards
Cemex has recognised the commitment of its LGV operators to safe, efficient and skilful driving at its annual Driver of the Year awards.
Latest News5 Dec 2019Safety systems mandatory in all new CVs from 2020
Subject, of course, to the new UK Government confirming that it will continue to mirror European road safety rules
Latest News3 Dec 2019Fleet Source make appointments for ‘innovations group’
Nick Caesari appoints Steve Steele and Gareth Fussell for 'innovations group'.
Truck News27 Sep 2019M62 drivers targeted in Operation Pennine
Highways England is joining up with six police forces, the HSE and the DVSA to reduce incidents on the M62 between Liverpool and Hull.
People News26 Sep 2019DAF Driver Challenge: Scott Lewis represents UK
Scott Lewis has been chosen to represent the UK at the international final of the DAF Driver Challenge in Luxembourg this weekend.
Latest News12 Jul 2019Bibby Distribution praises its top drivers
Bibby Distribution has recognised its safest and most skilled drivers, at its second annual Driver of the Year celebration.
People News24 Jun 2019Video: Truck driver’s kindness goes viral
A clip of a truck driver helping an elderly lady cross the road has become an internet sensation.
Van News10 Jun 2019Van Excellence drivers of the year 2019 announced
Chris Shenton of Asda has been named the Van Excellence Driver of the Year and Alex Tilley of Moy Park the Young Driver of the Year 2019.
Truck News28 May 2019One in seven HGV driver vacancies cannot be filled
Logistics businesses anticipate that 15% of their current HGV driver vacancies will not be filled due to the nationwide skills shortage.
