Monthly Archives: May 2012
Driving tired worse than driving drunk
Research carried out by scientists in Australia suggests that the effects of sleep loss can be similar to or worse than drinking alcohol to excess. The study found that sleep disruption or deprivation can seriously affect the body’s ability to think clearly and to move or react normally. The researchers from the University of New […]
The best way to send an item to Australia…
As international postage prices rise, it is becoming increasingly expensive to send items to Australia via Airmail. It often works out cheaper to use an international courier. The cost of using an international courier service depends on the exact destination and the size of the parcel, so you should make sure you weigh and measure […]
What should I do if my parcel goes missing?
When you need to send a parcel, don’t forget to find out what insurance options are available to you. In the rare event of a parcel going missing or being damaged in transit, insurance is important. Different couriers and parcel delivery companies offer different insurance packages as standard. Insurance details may be on the parcel […]
White van men blamed for road rage
Nearly half of UK motorists name white van men as the most aggravating drivers on the road in a new survey by motors.co.uk. Of the 2,300 respondents 45% said white van men were the most annoying motorists in the UK, followed closely by another stereotype, the school-run Mum in her 4×4. The survey follows another […]
Be a right van man!
Once you have decided to start a man and van courier service, you will need to choose the right van to meet your needs. If you are uncertain about the long term viability of your business or you would prefer to try a few delivery jobs before you decide to commit, you may initially prefer […]
What every courier should keep in their vehicle
Whether you do courier jobs, offer a man and van service or drive a HGV, there are certain items you should keep in your vehicle at all times. Many of these items are for everyday use, but others are important in case of an emergency. Navigation tools • Sat nav – Most couriers use sat […]
What is the best way to send items to America?
The cost of international postage is rising, so sending an item to America via Airmail can be costly. DeliveryQuoteCompare.com aims to make delivering items to America as simple and as cost effective as possible. It is one of the most popular destinations for deliveries heading out of the UK, so sending an item to America […]
Finding a reliable, local courier
Trawling through the internet in search of local couriers can be time consuming. Then, once you’ve found a long list of local courier companies, how do you know which ones to trust? DeliveryQuoteCompare.com is an online courier marketplace designed to make life easier for both couriers and customers. Over 10,000 transport providers are registered with […]
Transporting fragile items the right way
If you do courier work or offer a man and van service, you are solely responsible for transporting your customers’ possessions safely. Fragile items must be loaded, transported and unloaded as carefully as possible. Couriers often find musical instruments, ornaments and mirrors particularly tricky. Here are our top tips for loading fragile items: • Put […]
TFL’s Code of Practice for quieter Olympic deliveries
During the Olympics, temporary restrictions will result in many deliveries taking place out of normal operating hours. In the most severely affected areas, deliveries may be limited to 12 A.M. to 6 A.M. Although many delivery jobs already take place ‘out-of-hours’, the increase in activity during the Games means that delivery companies need to be […]