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Thinking about a career change into HGV driving? Our career guides cover HGV driver salaries, the UK driver shortage, how to write your first HGV CV, women in HGV driving, and whether HGV driving is a good career choice in 2026.

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The Complete Guide to HGV Driving Jobs and Careers in the UK (2026)

Everything you need to know about HGV driving jobs and careers in the UK in 2026 — salaries, job types, how to find work, and how to progress your career.

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10 Apr 20263 min read

Fuel Prices Are Surging: Book Your HGV Training Now Before Costs Rise

UK diesel prices have risen for 40 consecutive days due to the Iran conflict, with costs up nearly 49p per litre since February. Rising fuel costs directly impact driver training prices. Book now to lock in current rates before course fees increase.

2 Apr 20263 min read

HGV Driver Shortage UK 2026: Why Now Is the Best Time to Train

The UK HGV driver shortage continues in 2026, creating exceptional opportunities for new drivers. Learn about current demand, salary expectations, and how to get qualified quickly with GS Driver Training.

2 Apr 20263 min read

Women in HGV Driving: Breaking Barriers and Building Careers

Women make up less than 2% of HGV drivers in the UK, but the industry is changing. Learn about the opportunities, challenges, and support available for women considering a career in professional driving.

2 Apr 20263 min read

Changing Career to HGV Driving: A Practical Guide for Over-30s

Thinking about changing career to HGV driving? This practical guide covers why it's a smart move for over-30s, what the training involves, realistic salary expectations, and how to make the transition smoothly.

4 Aug 20253 min read

Class 1 Driving Jobs

There are many career choices which involve holding a Class 1 driving license. This license is the highest category you can get within HGV driving, meaning you can drive the largest weight vehicles. There are many areas within HGV driving, these don’

4 Aug 20254 min read

UK Government Amendments Addressing HGV Driver Job Shortage

Though the number of HGV drivers was declining from the year 2016-17 they faced a major shortage of drivers in the year 2021. This meant that the citizens of the UK had lost interest in applying for HGV driver jobs. To bring the issue of the shortage

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