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Have you got the documents you need to pass a police taxi driver check? If you want to drive a taxi or private hire car in the UK, you need a licence from the local authority. But during recent checks, the police caught numerous drivers who weren’t complying with the law. Make sure you’re up […]

There are new safety standards that all lorry drivers in London need to know about, the HGV Safety Permit Scheme and Direct Vision Standard (DVS). They were set by Transport for London in March 2021 but changes are rolling out in October 2024. If you’re an HGV driver in Birmingham, the West Midlands or beyond […]

Is freight theft taken seriously enough? The Road Haulage Association (RHA) are calling for safer lorry parking – and a stronger legal deterrent on freight crime. Here’s what hauliers need to know. How Much of a Problem is Freight Crime in the UK? There were 5,300 freight crime incidents last year, according to the RHA, […]

Over the past 10 years, nearly 650,000 driving licences were revoked on medical grounds in the UK. That includes car and motorbike drivers on a Group 1 licence, and professionals with a Group 2 licence. So, are you fit and well to drive on the road? Here’s what you need to know about how medical […]

Before you plan your dream road trip, find out if your standard UK driving licence covers you for a motorhome. You might already have the right driving licence for a motorhome, but it depends on several factors – luckily, there’s an easy way to check. Here’s how you can find out, and how to book […]

It’s not always easy to talk about mental health as an HGV driver. When you’re driving a heavy vehicle in busy traffic, you’ve got to be mentally and physically healthy to deal with whatever the roads throw at you. So what can you do if you think you’re facing anxiety, depression or another mental health […]

Find out who needs a forklift medical and what to expect on the day – here are the facts. 8,000 forklift truck accidents are reported every year. It’s a stressful job that puts the pressure on your mind and body, so it’s not surprising that employers have to make sure you’re at your best. This […]

What do you need to become an Uber driver in Birmingham, the West Midlands or elsewhere in the UK? As an Uber driver, you can set your own working hours and choose to expand your work by signing up to Uber Eats. But there are certain steps you need to follow before you can start […]

Find out what the DVLA D4 medical assessment is, and how to book it, in our step-by-step guide. To get your bus or lorry driving licence, you’ll need a doctor to complete your D4 medical examination form. Luckily, the driver medical is easier to arrange than you might think. Here’s exactly what you need to […]

How many of these essential road safety tips for HGV drivers to you follow? It’s easy to get into bad habits when you’re driving day in, day out. And as a driver medical specialist in the West Midlands, we know you’re under enough stress at work. But having an accident or near miss on the […]

What could changes to the training rules for bus, coach and HGV driver training mean for you? In March 2023, the UK government proposed a set of reforms that could make it cheaper to renew or regain your lorry, bus or coach licence. Nothing has been agreed yet, but here are the changes they’re suggesting. […]

What is the taxi driver medical assessment? Here’s everything taxi and private hire car drivers need to know, from what to expect at the medical to how long it lasts and how to book your taxi medical in Birmingham. Driving a hackney carriage, private hire car or Uber can be a high pressure job. When […]

UK Clean Air Zone charges are in effect in Sheffield from 27th February 2023. If you’re a professional driver in the West Midlands, North of England and surrounding areas, you’ll know how the Birmingham CAZ works. But there are a few differences in the new Sheffield CAZ rules that are worth reading up on.  Here’s […]

The HGV Levy is suspended until the 31st July 2023, but what should you expect when it’s reintroduced? Here’s what you need to know about the HGV Road User Levy, how much is costs, and whether it applies to you. The DVLA collects payments for the HGV Levy under normal conditions. Usually the charge applies […]

Have you heard these 12 misconceptions about HGV drivers? There are plenty of assumptions, so what’s the truth about truck driving? These are some of the things people think of when they discuss the job, from the job prospects and pay, to who can drive an HGV. 1. Can Anyone Drive an HGV? It’s a […]

The National Lorry Parking Survey 2022 (part one) came out at the end of the year and the logistics industry was ready to respond. So what’s in the report, and why does it matter to truck drivers? It offers up facts and figures around on-site parking, covering cost and value, locations, food provision and capacity.  […]

You can book your bus driver medical assessment easily with My Driver Medical’s online booking form, by phone or by email. Here’s everything you need to know about how to book your bus driver medical, the D4 DVLA form you need, who can complete the assessment, how long it takes and how much it costs. […]

Here’s what lorry drivers need to know about the HGV medical, from health and vision requirements to how often you need to take it. As an HGV driver, you need to be prepared to handle the vehicle in all weather and traffic conditions. So it makes sense that anyone who wants to get or renew […]

The Department for Education has confirmed plans to keep HGV driver training options it launched in 2021 running until 2023. With demand for haulage drivers running high, the government has promised funding for 4,000 trainee HGV drivers between 2022-23. So what does the government HGV driver training funding cover, and can anyone apply? When Did […]

HGV lorry drivers need to take a D4 medical to get their licence. Also known as the Group 2 medicalexamination, it’s designed to make sure you’re fit and healthy for the road. To get your HGV driver licence, you need to hold a full car driving licence already. Then you have topass the Driver Certificate […]

Why is the government reviewing HGV driver training, and what does it mean for you? In late 2021, the government announced plans to review the training process for HGV drivers. If you’re a lorry driver, this kind of news can make you wonder what to expect. Since the statement was made last year, some changes […]

Professional drivers are required to take a D4 medical assessment again, and the DVLA are making driver medicals a priority. The government regulations temporarily allowed bus, lorry, ambulance and private hire drivers to apply for a licence renewal without taking a medical.

Years of expertise are valuable on the road, but are older drivers looking the other way when it comes to health? That’s the concern voiced by police, following accidents where illness played a part in avoidable accidents.