London’s HGV drivers face £550 fine from Monday 5 May if permit not updated

HGV drivers have one week left to install key safety features and update their permits – failure to do so could result in fines of £550 for driving around London. HGV operators will have to install a Progressive Safe System and obtain a safety permit before enforcement begins on Monday 5 May. In October, TfL […]

TfL strengthens Direct Vision Standard for HGVs

Transport for London has strengthened the requirements for its Direct Vision Standard (DVS), which imeasures how much an HGV driver can see directly through their cab windows and sets minimum standards, to promote visibility and safe driving practices. TfL says it is now strengthening the minimum safety requirements for vehicles in the capital to reduce […]

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