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Cat C vs Cat C+E: Which Licence Should You Choose in 2027?
If you’re thinking about starting a career as an HGV driver in 2027, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is which licence you want to achieve, the two main licence categories are Category C and Category C+E; both of which can open the door to a career in professional driving; allow you to drive different types of vehicles and can lead to different job opportunities.
2027 CPC Changes: What Will Be Different In The New Year?
Driver CPC has undergone some significant changes in recent years, giving professional drivers more flexibility over how they complete their training and maintain their qualification, as we head towards 2027, the newer Driver CPC system is becoming an increasingly important part of how HGV, bus and coach drivers plan their periodic training.
Automatic HGV Training: Everything You Need To Know
If you're considering becoming an HGV driver, you might be wondering whether you'll learn in a manual or automatic vehicle and how your choice might affect your career options.
HGV Training For Women: Tips On Entering The Industry
While professional driving has traditionally been a male-dominated career, there is no reason why women can't build successful careers behind the wheel.
UK Driver Shortage: Why This is the Perfect Time to Become a Driver
Discover why now could be a great time to become an HGV driver, with continued demand for qualified drivers, varied career opportunities and routes for progression across the UK transport industry.
What is it like to be an HGV driver?
Discover what it's really like to be an HGV driver, including typical daily duties, working hours, different driving roles, key skills and career progression opportunities.
What is Driver CPC? Everything You Need to Know
Learn what Driver CPC is, who needs it, and how it works. A complete guide to Driver CPC training, renewal, and requirements for UK professional drivers.
Which Truck Driving Jobs Pay The Most?
Discover truck driving jobs that pay the most in the UK, including Class 1, ADR and specialist roles, plus how to increase your earning potential with the right training.
How to Kickstart Your HGV Career
Learn how to kickstart your HGV career in the UK, including licence requirements, training steps, Driver CPC and how Lifft can help you start your journey.
How to Become a Bus Driver: Simple Steps to a Career Change
Learn how to become a bus driver in the UK, including licences, training steps, Driver CPC and how Lifft can help you start your new career.
How To Pass Your HGV Theory Test
Learn how to pass your HGV theory test with confidence, including what’s involved, how to prepare, common mistakes to avoid, and how Lifft supports you every step of the way.
HGV Training Costs: Everything You Need to Know
Discover how much HGV training costs in the UK, what affects the price, what’s included, and how Lifft helps you qualify efficiently and affordably.