Expert Guides & Insurance Insights

Now is the perfect time to get into the courier business. With more people shopping online and relying on home delivery services, there is a greater need for drivers and deliverers. Armed with a passion for driving and a little research, getting into the industry is quite simple.

There is no legal age limit for couriers, as long as you’re old enough to hold a full UK driving license. This means that you have the flexibility to become a courier at any age over 17, so once you’ve passed your driving test, the sky is the limit. It’s a career path that’s open to everyone and can be very rewarding, especially if you value flexibility.

White van drivers are being warned to be vigilant this year after reports that they are increasingly being targeted by crash-for-cash-fraud rings. In 2014, reports by APU, an anti-fraud firm, found that light commercial vehicles were involved in around a third of all deliberate collisions.

Whether you’re an experienced courier or just starting a business, understanding what insurance coverage you need can be confusing. To simplify things, Insurance Revolution has compiled this quick summary of the different courier driver insurance options that you should be aware of.

The contemporary gig economy has opened up a variety of job opportunities that leverage the potential of side income big time. It’s ideal for those who prefer a freelance job environment or wish to try out multiple workplaces on contracts. One of the most popular outcomes of modern gig economy is the job of fast food delivery driver as its very simple to get up and running.

In addition to your mode of transportation, a van, car, motorcycle or bicycle, there are several other items that courier drivers should carry with them at all times. While the size of the vehicle and length of the route may determine how much each driver is able to carry, the following are basics that will help you perform your job more efficiently and keep you safe in case of an emergency.

Becoming a fast food delivery driver can be a tempting career move, you can use your own car and earn some extra cash, but there are downsides too, and many people thinking about becoming a fast food delivery driver wonder whether they will make decent money.

RHA (Road Haulage Association) conditions are the recognised industry standard ‘conditions of carriage’ for hauliers and can only be legally used by members of the association.

Insurance Revolution specialises in Courier Van Insurance and Courier Car Insurance. This means that our team will be able to help you find the right level of insurance for your courier van or car, so you can deliver with complete peace of mind. However, we are actively considering providing Courier Motorbike Insurance.