Archives 2019

The popularity of trucks has surged in recent years for good reasons. They’re versatile, safe, and functional, with some of the newer ones providing more comfort and better gas mileage than earlier models. And given all the truck accessories on the market, owning a truck is just plain sexy these days.

Before you begin to accessorize your truck, you should decide what you need. Otherwise, you could find yourself investing in too much or too little. Truck accessories can provide functionality, improve safety, and enhance appearance, and choosing the right accessories can add to the truck’s value.

Accessories That Are Functional

A truck is built for heavy duty wear and tear and can be a workhorse.  Its real power is in its ability to haul and pull heavy loads. A tow hitch and tow strap are essential accessories if you plan to do any kind of towing. Tie downs help … Read more

The number of marketers that prefer working from home has increased over the years, and the figure grew by 8% since last year. The upward trend seems like it will continue to keep growing in the years to come.

What is the reason behind this recent boom that does not seem like it will stop any time soon? In our Marketing Salary Survey 2019, we requested a third of the respondents currently working from home to state the primary reasons for opting for this. Let us look at the reasons they gave in more detail.

1. Avoiding the Hassles of Commuting

Having to travel to and from work can be such a hassle for most marketers as well as other working professionals. That is why they will not think twice about working from home if such an option eliminates one of the headaches they face in their professional lives. Majority … Read more

Have you wished to be a bus driver ever since you were a small child? Do you still dream of taking charge of such a big and beautiful vehicle and driving it around town? This doesn’t necessarily have to be a childhood dream; you might be thinking of changing careers and diving into the transport industry. Whatever your reason is, you can still join the thousands of bus drivers in this industry. Although you might know this already, bus driving is a popular career –  and a rewarding one, for that matter. With thousands of people depending on buses and coaches for their daily commute, bus drivers are in demand. Some bus drivers operate within cities while others drive across states and even internationally. ‘How do I become a bus driver?’ you might ask. Here is what you need to know.

 Licence Requirements

Like any other HGV driver, you’ll be … Read more

Approximately half a million HGV drivers experienced work-related anxiety, stress, or depression between 2015 and 2016, according to HSE. Over the years, the statistics have continued to rise. Today, approximately 30 per cent of all self-reported work-related illnesses in the transport and logistics industries are due to anxiety, depression and stress. Researchers actually believe this number may be quite a bit higher. There continues to be a stigma concerning mental health. Approximately 95 per cent of workers who call into work for stress gives a different reason. Additionally, 22 per cent of workers have been diagnosed with stress or another mental health issue, yet less than half of them have informed their employer. If you’re working towards your C1 licence, there are steps you can take to look after your mental health.

What is the Importance of Mental Health?

For years, mental health was considered a taboo subject. If … Read more

When your reliable vehicle breaks down on the side of the road or in the office parking lot, you need a towing service you can count on. There are many options in any major city, but how do you choose the right one for you? Here are some tips on choosing a tow company before you need one.

Experience

You want an upper St. Clair towing service company with experience in the type of towing you need. Light-duty towing is sufficient for most small vehicles. Flatbed towing handles vehicles that are unable to hook up to a traditional tow truck. Motorcycles require an extra attachment on the tow truck. A company with a solid reputation known for properly training their drivers can bring you peace of mind. The drivers should know how to handle a variety of towing conditions.

Equipment

A good company keeps up to date on technology. The … Read more