News 2nd December - 2013

Courts take dim view of neglected tyres 02/12/13

Alarming new figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal that on average last year, more than 170 motorists were convicted every week for driving on defective tyres. more info

Van drivers safer than ‘perk’ car drivers 02/12/13

Commercial vehicle drivers rack up lower accident costs on average than drivers of company cars, but tend to incur more traffic fines. more info

Top ten alternative uses for a van 02/12/13

A new study reveals that many of Britain’s tradespeople are living out of their vans – using them as mobile offices, bedrooms and entertainment centres. more info

Getting the signage right on your van 02/12/13

A web address on the back of your van is better for business than a phone number, but spelling mistakes can halve your potential customers. more info

Four out of ten say roadside checks are increasing 02/12/13

More than 40% of commercial vehicle operators believe the number of roadside inspections by VOSA are increasing, according to new research. more info

New best practice guide from VOSA 02/12/13

VOSA has launched a new best practice guide for van operators and drivers to combat high levels of MOT and roadside check failures. more info