The Freight Transport Association has published an updated edition of its Van Drivers' Handbook - the essential guide to ensuring the safe, legal and efficient operation of vans and light commercial vehicles.

The handbook is designed to give van drivers a quick and easy reference guide to help them stay legally compliant, together with practical advice and information on the daily operation of the vehicle.

The guide covers topics such as legal requirements, defensive driving, safe use of vehicles, drivers' hours and records, driving licences and offences, speed limits and more. 

The new edition now includes:

  • A new section on towing trailers - giving advice to drivers on combination suitability, attaching the trailer, loading the combination and safe driving;
  • Comprehensive information on rules about the display of lights when parking at night;
  • New information on managed and controlled motorways.