News 16th July - 2015

Summer in the city need not be stressful 16/07/15

With forward planning and a careful approach, driving through busy city roads needn’t be something to fear, says the Institute of Advanced Motorists' head of driving standards, Peter Rodger. more info

Jail threat for ‘unaware’ van operators 16/07/15

Over four-fifths of van operators running individual vehicles or small fleets are in danger of landing themselves in jail, as they’re unaware of legislation that makes them responsible for the working condition of a vehicle driven by one of their colleagues. more info

First court conviction for ‘middle lane hogging’ 16/07/15

A van driver has become the first person to be convicted by a court for the specific offence of ‘motorway middle lane hogging’. more info

Driving licence changes will affect small firms 16/07/15

Mercedes-Benz Vans UK is reminding all drivers and business owners running vans that the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence has been abolished, amid fears it could affect small businesses. more info