Vehicle Height Markers
Despite their mundane appearance, these markers are vital in preventing costly and dangerous accidents, such as bridge strikes, which can cause severe disruptions and damage to both infrastructure and vehicles.…
Vehicle Off Road (VOR) – A Detailed Guide
As a truck driver, encountering a "Vehicle Off Road" (VOR) situation is inevitable. Whether it's a mechanical failure, a safety issue, or something more minor, understanding how to manage a…
Trailer Stabilising Stand (Jack/Winch)
What happens when a forklift unloads a trailer and has to pick up heavy freight that is 5ft beyond the landing legs? The trailer would be front heavy and tip…
Daily Checks
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the various methods drivers use to log their daily walk-around checks, highlighting their significance, benefits, challenges, and leading manufacturers from a driver's perspective.
Weighbridges
Made of steel, concrete or plastic a weighbridge is essentially a big set of ‘bathroom scales’ for lorries that connects to a readout which shows the weight. The system provides…
Tachograph Installation Plaque
A ‘Tachograph Installation Plaque’ can be found on or near to the Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU). This provides proof that an inspection was passed as at the date indicated…
Blind Side
In this article, we delve into the concept of "blind side". We explore effective methods of overcoming blind side issues, highlight the importance of mirrors / cameras, examine the impact…
Landing Legs
Landing legs are an essential component of heavy goods vehicle (HGV) semi-trailers, enabling safe and efficient loading, unloading, and transportation. In this article, we will delve into the history, specifications,…
Digital Tachograph Driver Card
A Digital Tachograph Vehicle Unit (VU) records, speed and distance, together with the driver's activity selected from a choice of modes onto this card. Anyone employed as a drivers has…