Gritters and snow ploughs are out!

Gritters and snow ploughs are out!

Winter is here! An arctic blast has surprised us all this week. Waking up to find it’s snowing might look magical, but it doesn’t take much snow and ice to bring our main roads to a standstill. I’m glad to see the gritters have been out when I get in...
How to Become an HGV Driver in 2025

How to Become an HGV Driver in 2025

Step-by-Step Guide to Driving a HGV Thinking about starting a new career as a professional HGV driver in 2025? There has never been a better time. Skilled drivers are in high demand across logistics, supermarkets, construction, recycling, removals and many more...
New HGV safety rules in London

New HGV safety rules in London

HGV Safety Today is the start of new safety rules that were agreed by Transport for London back in the summer. The new rules state that all HGVs must have at least a three star DVS rating, or fit a system of safety features that will give the driver better all-round...
Rules for Lorry Drivers

Rules for Lorry Drivers

Drivers Hours Rules If you’re driving a bus or lorry you must follow the rules about how many hours you’re allowed to drive, and how many breaks you must take. These rules are to keep everyone, including the driver, safe. If you break the rules you could...
How much can I earn as a lorry driver?

How much can I earn as a lorry driver?

Great Career Opportunities  At Kim Driver Training we want to offer the best opportunities to everyone. If you’ve been thinking about a change of career, or have found it difficult to find a good, well paid job then driving a HGV may be a good choice for you....
What’s the Difference Between Class 1 and Class 2 HGV Licence?

What’s the Difference Between Class 1 and Class 2 HGV Licence?

What Do I Need? Considering a change in career and think driving a HGV might be a good choice for you?  You might be asking what’s the difference between class 1 and class 2? Classifications can be daunting when you’re not sure what you will need, so...