Pro Driver – epda

Top 20 Tips For Extreme Icy Driving ConditionsDriving in winter is a challenge for even the most experienced of driver….read on  Clickhere to edit. Fog is one of the most difficult, stressfuland dangerous conditions to find yourself driving in. It is the one driving condition…read on 

Microlise Transport Conference – epda

At the UK’S premier road transport conference today there were two very interesting presentations outlining the developments in the Internet of things and information technology being deployed by two of the UK’S best known fleet operators Eddie Stobart and Bibby Distribution. Figures of a reduction in fuel consumption, vehicle downtime and a reduction in accidents were […]

Star Rating – epda

The EPDA recognises the role of the professional driver. Continual driver training is key to a successful driving career. The Professional Drivers Star rating identifies the level of professional advancement and achievement.   There are a multitude of roles within the road transport industry, from Hazardous goods and temperature controlled loads to specialist equipment operation such as blowing equipment and car […]

More News – epda

24th May 2014 The EPDA AGM took place last weekend in Wynn’s Hotel Dublin, An opening presentation by Barry Lyons gave the delegates a clear view of the issues that where worked on by the EPDA and the programmes that they are currently undertaking. The contributions from the top table and the floor were extremely constructive and […]

Dutch Drivers Strike – epda

​Around 700 trade union drivers at a meeting in Utrecht (Netherlands), rejected the collective agreement negotiated between employers’ organizations and trade unions in mid-March. The reasoning for many drivers, the compromise reached meant a worsening of their current working conditions. The drivers announced actions against the collective agreement. This should be strikes or deliberate delays, […]

Netherlands also wants a ban 45 hours of rest in cabin – epda

Netherlands also wants a ban 45 hours of rest in cabin The House of Representatives wants the government to ban the compulsory 45-hour rest in the cabin. Inconvenience and insecurity in parking places must also be prevented. A motion of Labour Party (Netherlands) member of parliament of Gijs van Dijk was passed on. Transport and Logistics […]

Legal – epda

We are aware that legal issues relating to a driver in the road transport industry are both complex and time consuming. This site is designed to provide you with the necessary information to allow you to make informed decision on the best solution or practice for your own needs. We do not offer legal advice. […]

First Self Driving Fatility – epda

The first reported fatality by an autonomous vehicle took place on Sunday 18th March . A woman was killed while crossing a road in Tempe, Arizona while the vehicle was in autonomous mode. The operator, Uber is temporarily halting self-driving car tests in all locations after the deadly accident, in what is likely the first […]