Gardai are reminding HGV drivers of their responsibilities, wth regardd to overloading their vehicles following the detection of an eight wheeler tipper truck, which was 16 tonne over its legal laden weight. The roads policing unit in Kilkenny found that the lorry was 16 tonnes overweight after they inspected the...
Gardai are taking roads policing to a new level with the addition of an unmarked HGV tractor unit.
...The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has given its given its seal of approval to the European Parliament’s Transport and Tourism Committee’s (TRAN) position on the EU Driving Licence Directive, which the IRU says constitutes “a considerable step forward in eliminating crucial barriers discouraging entry into the bus and truck...
The cost of road diesel is increasing by five cent a litre from Friday 1st September, much to the annoyance of haulage operators.
...With a five centre per litre increase in excise duty on diesel coming into force on Friday, 1st September truck drivers should bear these eco-friendly driving tips in mind to save fuel.
...HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) drivers have been warned to be aware of the factors that can cause driver fatigue and to take steps to manage their fatigue levels ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.
...Driving while tired can be extremely dangerous, especially if you are the wheel of a HGV.
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