When the Traffic Commissioner calls the daily walkaround check “a legal duty and a safety priority”, drivers should take note. Skipping or rushing this simple task puts your licence, your job, and other people’s lives at risk. The DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness makes it clear: drivers, operators, and transport managers all share responsibility for […]
“Too Tired to Drive?” Last updated: 21 August 2025 Drivers rarely want to say “I’m too tired to drive.” Some employers are happy not to ask. That silence is dangerous. RoSPA estimate that fatigue may contribute to up to 20% of road crashes in Britain — a risk on par with drink-driving and […]
Updated: 15 August 2025 • Audience: Professional HGV & PCV drivers • Sources: National Highways, GOV.UK, Police & Traffic Commissioner reports Operation Tramline: What Every Professional HGV & PCV Driver Must Know Key takeaways Unmarked HGV “supercabs” have recorded 51,500+ offences across 35 police forces since launch. The cabs are owned and maintained by National […]
HGV Speed Limits in the UK and Scotland: 2026 Compliance Guide Legislative Update: 13 April 2026 Operating HGVs across the UK border remains a high-risk area for professional drivers. While England and Wales adopted higher limits in 2015, Scotland maintains distinct regulations that catch out thousands of cross-border operators every year. Compliance Support: You can […]
Driver Hours • Article 12 • Compliance Driving Hours Gone Wrong? What Article 12 Actually Lets You Do When a journey unravels because of a genuine unexpected event, Article 12 can be a legal safety valve. But it is not there to rescue weak planning, a late loading slot, or a delivery promise that should […]
Sustainability Starts Here: Road Freight Case Studies That Matter As the UK freight and logistics industry pushes toward a more sustainable future, many operators are asking: what does real sustainability look like in practice? It’s not just about switching to electric vehicles — it’s about transforming how we operate, plan, train, and lead. At Transcom […]
HGV Daily Vehicle Checks: 2026 Driver & Operator Compliance Guide By Gareth Wildman Director & Senior Lead Instructor, Transcom National Training Your Legal Duty. Road Safety. Your Livelihood. HGV daily vehicle checks aren’t just another chore on your to-do list — they are a strict legal obligation and your first line of defence against danger, […]
We’re Proud to Announce Our Partnership with Fleet Fixation — A Smarter Compliance Solution for Fleet Operators We’re proud to announce a new partnership delivering smarter compliance between Transcom National Training and Fleet Fixation. This collaboration combines our compliance training expertise with cutting-edge fleet management technology, providing a complete solution for HGV and PCV operators […]
HGV, PCV and Group 2 licence medical guidance DVLA Medical Rules for Professional Drivers: Eyesight, Diabetes and the New CGM Allowances If you drive a lorry, bus or coach for work, your Group 2 licence depends on more than your driving ability. Eyesight, diabetes control, sleep disorders, heart conditions, mental health and medication can all […]
Driving on Empty: The Mental Health Struggles of UK Truck, Bus, and Coach Drivers This Men’s Mental Health Week, it’s time we shine a spotlight on a workforce that rarely gets the attention it deserves — truck, bus, and coach drivers. These are the men (and women, but let’s be honest — it’s still mostly […]
