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What options do I have, apart from transhipment ? I tried resetting, I did manual defrost. The alarm is still on.
11/09/2026

What options do I have, apart from transhipment ? I tried resetting, I did manual defrost. The alarm is still on.

Weekly rest periods, explained: A driver must take a weekly rest period after, at most, 6x24 hour periods from the end o...
08/09/2026

Weekly rest periods, explained: A driver must take a weekly rest period after, at most, 6x24 hour periods from the end of their last weekly rest; during which they may freely dispose of their time. It may be either a ‘regular weekly rest period’ or a ‘reduced weekly rest period’. There are rules on where the weekly rest must be taken.

In any 2 consecutive ‘fixed’ weeks a driver must take at least:

2 regular weekly rests or
one regular weekly rest and one reduced weekly rest
Other weekly rest periods of either type may be taken in any two consecutive ‘fixed weeks’ in addition to this minimum requirement.

A regular weekly rest period A regular weekly rest is a period of rest of at least 45 continuous hours.

A reduced weekly rest period A reduced weekly rest is a rest period of at least 24 but less than 45 continuous hours. It must be compensated for by an equivalent period of rest taken in one block before the end of the third week following the week in question. The compensating rest must be attached to a period of rest of at least 9 hours – in effect either a weekly or a daily rest period.

A fixed week A fixed week starts at 00.00 on Monday and ends at 24.00 on the following Sunday.

A weekly rest period must start no later than at the end of six consecutive 24-hour periods from the end of the last weekly rest period. A driver’s working week starts at the end of a weekly rest period, and finishes when another weekly rest period is commenced, which may mean that weekly rest is taken in the middle of a fixed week. This is perfectly acceptable – the working week does not have to be aligned with the fixed week, provided all the relevant limits are complied with. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/drivers-hours-goods-vehicles/1-assimilated-and-aetr-rules-on-drivers-hours

The truck picture was send by a friend from Portugal: It is a specialized rigid flatbed truck with a half-cab, and it is...
03/07/2026

The truck picture was send by a friend from Portugal: It is a specialized rigid flatbed truck with a half-cab, and it is designed specifically for transporting extra-long construction materials like steel beams, rebar, or large pipes.

Here is a breakdown of why it is built this way:

Maximized Load Length: By using half-c and pushing it entirely forward of the front axle, the truck creates a continuous loading space.

Site Maneuverability: Transporting extremely long steel usually requires an articulated lorry. However, articulated vehicles often struggle to navigate the tight access roads of urban building sites. A rigid chassis with an overall wheelbase shorter and maybe rear-steer axle, making it much more manoeuvrable.

Heavy-Duty Setup: Looking at the rear, this appears to be a multi-axle setup (likely a 6x4) to handle the immense weight of solid steel.

These trucks are often heavily modified by specialist coachbuilders rather than rolling off the standard factory line looking like this. They will take a standard heavy chassis and completely rebuild the cab area to suit these specific construction logistics. It is a very common sight in Southern Europe for steel and concrete transport!

I recently passed my annual driving assessment! 🎉 The trainer said my driving was great overall, but gave me a quick tip...
25/06/2026

I recently passed my annual driving assessment! 🎉 The trainer said my driving was great overall, but gave me a quick tip: I just need to fine-tune my mirror checks.

It got me thinking—I strongly believe periodic assessments are incredibly valuable. They help even the most proactive drivers catch and get rid of bad habits that creep in over time.

It’s a good excuse for a quick theory refresher! According to the Smith System of defensive driving, professional truck drivers should check at least one side mirror every 5 to 8 seconds. This prevents delayed reactions and keeps you completely aware of the traffic around your rig.

This rule is built on two of the 5 Keys of the Smith System:

🚛 Get the Big Picture: To understand how traffic is developing, you have to constantly scan the sides and rear of the truck. That 5-8 second interval lets you anticipate maneuvers and catch vehicles entering your blind spots early.

👀 Keep Your Eyes Moving: Never fix your gaze on a single point for more than 2 seconds. A rhythmic scan between the windshield, dashboard, and mirrors keeps your brain active and fights off "highway hypnosis."

Stay safe, everyone!

Somebody asked me if it is mandatory to open an account with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) via the serv...
06/11/2025

Somebody asked me if it is mandatory to open an account with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) via the service at https://driver-and-vehicles-account.service.gov.uk/home?locale=en
No — it is not mandatory
However it is useful.
According to the official GOV.UK page, you can use this “Driver and vehicles account” (DVA) to view your driving record, manage vehicle tax reminders, renew licences, etc
With the DVA account you can:
- View your driving licence photo-card and driving record (endorsements, disqualifications) if you have one.
- Check vehicles registered in your name, MOT expiry, tax rates, etc.
- Set up vehicle tax reminders by email or SMS rather than by paper post.

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