Ashby to stage contest to find Britain's best van driver

By Graham Hill 29th May 2021

The search for the country's best van drivers is back with the launch of Logistics UK's Van Driver of the Year competition for 2021.

Global Cold Chain News reports that, now in its seventh year, the contest takes place on Saturday, July 10 at Bott Ltd's Tournament Way site in Ashby, and includes practical and theoretical challenges.

The competition recognises the very best drivers who will complete a series of challenging tasks on the day and be rated on 'safe driving' style, legislative knowledge, economical driving, manoeuvring, risk perception and vehicle defect checking.

Kevin Green, marketing and communications director, Logistics said: "Successful van drivers are highly skilled; as well as being able to manoeuvre the vehicle safely, efficiently and cost effectively to a tight timetable on Britain's crowded roads, drivers must have a comprehensive understanding of all the relevant legislation and safety procedures as well as excellent observation and concentration skills.

"As shown throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, van driversare the lifeblood of our economy, delivering everything the nation needs andwe are proud to recognise the best of the best in this competition."

Entries close on June 2. Further details are available HERE.

     

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