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How Long Should You Keep Transport Records? A Quick Reference Guide
Whether you operate a single 7.5-tonne vehicle or a small fleet of rigids, keeping the right transport records — and holding onto them...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


The Ultimate Vehicle Maintenance File Checklist for Operators
If you’re a small fleet operator or hold a Restricted Operator Licence, you might wonder what paperwork you really need to keep for...
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Public Inquiries: Real-Life Cases Involving Operating Centre Breaches
If you think a change to your parking arrangements or a neighbour’s complaint isn’t a big deal, think again. Breaches involving Operating...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Restricted Licence Holders: Can You Park at Home or on the Street?
If you’re running a small business under a Restricted Operator Licence , you may have wondered: Can I park my lorry at home? What about...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Avoiding Complaints: Managing Noise and Nuisance at Your Operating Centre
For small fleet owners and Restricted Operator Licence holders, an Operating Centre complaint can quickly become more than just an...
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How to Change or Add an Operating Centre on Your Licence
If you need to park your vehicles somewhere new — whether due to expansion, relocation, or just practicality — you’ll need to formally...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


What Is an Operating Centre? A Plain English Guide for Small Fleet Owners
If you hold an Operator Licence — even a Restricted one — you’ll have named at least one Operating Centre on your application. But what...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Keeping Digital Maintenance Records: Benefits & Best Practices
If you’re still keeping your maintenance records in a lever-arch file or scribbling on service sheets in the cab, you’re not alone. But...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Understanding Your Responsibilities as a Restricted Operator Licence Holder
If you hold a Restricted Operator Licence , you might assume your responsibilities are less demanding than those of a Standard Licence...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Avoiding DVSA Prohibitions: Common Vehicle Maintenance Failures
For any operator — but especially those running on a Restricted Operator Licence — a DVSA prohibition can be a wake-up call, a warning…...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


How to Choose a Reliable Maintenance Provider for Your Vehicles
Choosing the right maintenance provider isn’t just about finding someone who can fix your vehicles. It’s about choosing a partner who...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


What to Include in Your Daily Walkaround Checks
Daily walkaround checks are the first line of defence in keeping your vehicles roadworthy — and your business compliant. They don’t take...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Creating a Simple Vehicle Maintenance Schedule for Small Fleets
If you operate a small fleet — whether that’s one vehicle or a handful — keeping everything properly maintained can feel like a juggling...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


How Often Should You Carry Out HGV Safety Inspections?
If you operate heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) — even just one — it’s your legal duty to keep them safe and roadworthy. But how often should...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


100km Radius Rule: What You Need to Know for Exemption Claims
The 100km radius rule is one of the most commonly misunderstood — and misused — aspects of tachograph law. Many small businesses believe...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Tachograph Responsibilities for Owner-Operators and Restricted Licence Holders
If you’re an owner-operator or running a business under a Restricted Operator Licence , tachograph compliance may seem like something...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Common Driver Hours Infringements and How to Avoid Them
When it comes to transport compliance, driver hours infringements are one of the most common — and costly — issues operators face. From...
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Jul 8, 20255 min read


How to Analyse Digital Tachograph Data (Without Expensive Software)
Digital tachographs are a legal requirement for many commercial vehicle operators — but what do you actually do with the data they...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


EU vs GB Domestic Driving Rules: What Applies to Your Operation?
If you're operating a commercial vehicle in the UK, you're legally required to follow rules on driving hours and rest periods — but which...
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Jul 8, 20254 min read


Tachograph Exemptions Explained: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
If you’re running a small business or operating a commercial vehicle, you’ve probably heard about tachograph rules — and maybe even...
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Jul 8, 20255 min read
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