Trainers turn to Virtual Reality to teach new HGV drivers

One of the UK’s largest HGV training companies has turned to Virtual Reality technology to help prospective drivers learn key safety procedures more effectively and get test-ready quicker amid a shortage of available training vehicles. Over the past few months, the UK has suffered a shortage of more than 100,000 qualified HGV drivers. and the […]

Government announces major review into HGV driver training

The Government is promising what it calls a sweeping review which it says will seek to improve compulsory ongoing training for HGV and bus drivers. It’s one of 30 measures the government says is supporting the road haulage sector and encouraging even more people to return to the profession. Drivers currently need to undergo five days of […]