Is your R & M Contract still right for you or is it putting your Operator Licence at risk?
Maintenance and repair contracts have become increasingly popular in the commercial vehicle sector as businesses seek to streamline their operations and ensure the smooth functioning of their vehicle fleets. These contracts offer several advantages, such as reduced downtime and predictable maintenance costs. However, they also come with certain disadvantages that businesses need to consider before […]
ALTERNATIVELY FUEL VEHICLES – THE DO’S AND DON’TS AROUND DRIVERS HOURS AND ROUTING
The background Back in 2018, in a move to encourage the greater use of Alternatively Fuelled Vehicles (AFV), in place of the then workhorse of the delivery world, the 3.5 tonne diesel powered van. There were some changes to the entitlement of Cat B driving licences to assist the expansion of the use of AFV’s. […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – MAY 2022
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: Don’t Get Tripped Up by a DVSA Desk-Based Assessment Consultant’s Top Tip Why We Shout About PMI Sheet and RBT Printout Spot Checks MIVR Assessment Guidance Is Being Updated If you would like to receive a […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – MARCH 2022
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: It’s About More Than Just Subscribing Operating Centres – are ALL of yours as stated on your licence? Consultant’s Top Tip DVSA Enforcement Sanctions If you would like to receive a copy or to subscribe, please […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – DECEMBER 2021
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: Starting The Year As You Mean To Continue New Year Resolutions Changes Due in 2022 Last But Not Least… Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you for all your support. We […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – NOVEMBER 2021
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: Christmas Party Season Consultant’s Top Tip When Did You Last Have Training for Your Tachographs Analysis System? If you would like to receive a copy or to subscribe, please email leanna.miles@asmilesconsulting.com Posted on 05 December 2021 by Paul Evanson […]
WHEN DID YOU LAST SPEND A DAY ON THE ROAD WITH A LORRY DRIVER?
In a point in time where everyone from Industry representatives, through to Ministers and the general media have all become almost hysterical with the issue of the apparent shortage of LGV drivers how many have a clue what they are talking about, the people they are talking about and the issues of being a lorry […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – OCTOBER 2021
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: When Did You Last Spend a Day on the Road With Your Lorry Drivers? Promoting Driver Motivation Consultant’s Top Tip Safety Inspection and Repair Facilities If you would like to receive a copy or to subscribe, […]
THE TRANSPORT BULLETIN – SUMMER 2021
The latest version of our monthly newsletter ‘The Transport Bulletin’ is out now. This month we cover the following: Why You Should Not Prepare For A Public Inquiry CPD and the Relaxation of Covid Restrictions Consultant’s Top Tip Are You Ready For Darker Evenings? If you would like to receive a copy or to subscribe, […]
WHY YOU SHOULD NOT PREPARE FOR A PUBLIC INQUIRY!!
(YOU SHOULD DO FAR MORE) This headline in bold may currently have Traffic Commissioners, DVSA Officers and those in the legal profession reaching for a cloth to mop up the tea splutters created from reading the headline. Mostly because it flies in the face of everything, they tell you to do. But, this has been […]