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Van Driver Toolkit – Loading: Know Your Limits

By BGDLuke|2024-05-23T19:47:53+01:00January 11th, 2022|

Did you know? A driver can be fined up to £300 or get a court summons if their van exceeds its maximum permitted axle weight. Exceeding the manufacturer’s load limit can put serious strain on the vehicle and may invalidate insurance cover. Overloaded vans are a common issue in the UK – 89% of vans

Van Driver Toolkit – Safe Towing

By BGDLuke|2024-05-23T19:49:18+01:00January 11th, 2022|

Did you know? Towing with a van could: Mean you need different driving licence categories. Require use of EU drivers’ hours rules and tachographs (although there may be exemptions you can use). Overload the towing vehicle beyond its legal and / or physical capabilities. Vans with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of up to 3500kg