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Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2026 offers crucial guidance on changes and developments within the transport and haulage industry.
Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2026 is a vital and respected source for those wanting to ensure professional competence and operational stability. From driver testing and training to road traffic law, this widely used guide remains an essential resource for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of today's transport industry.
This fully updated 56th edition outlines important legal and technical information so that transport managers, fleet operators, hauliers and practitioners can ensure they remain compliant while navigating a continuously evolving sector. Covering the latest changes to UK guidelines, this indispensable guide includes an essential overview of new operational rulings, up-to-date regulatory decisions and key aspects of transport legislation.
List of contents
Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Good vehicle operator licencing; Chapter - 02: Professional competence; Chapter - 03: Goods vehicle drivers' hours and working time; Chapter - 04: Goods vehicles drivers' records; Chapter - 05: Tachographs - Fitment and use requirements; Chapter - 06: Driver licensing and licence penalties; Chapter - 07: Driver testing and training; Chapter - 08: Vehicle registration, HGV road user levy, excise duty and trade licences 209 vehicle registration; Chapter - 09: Insurance (vehicles and goods in transit) and conditions of carriage; Chapter - 10: Road traffic law; Chapter - 11: Goods vehicle dimensions and weights; Chapter - 12: Construction and use of vehicles; Chapter - 13: Vehicle lighting and marketing; Chapter - 14: Goods vehicle plating, annual testing and vehicle inspections; Chapter - 15: Light vehicle (MOT) testing; Chapter - 16: Vehicle maintenance and maintenance records; Chapter - 17: Safety - On the road and at work; Chapter - 18: Loads - General, livestock, food etc; Chapter - 19: Loads - Abnormal and projecting; Chapter - 20: Loads - Dangerous goods and waste; Chapter - 21: Light vehicles; Chapter - 22: Vehicle fuel efficiency; Chapter - 23: Digital communications and technology; Chapter - 24: Transport and the environment; Chapter - 25: International operations
About the author
Ashley Rimmer is a seasoned transport and operations manager with over 45 years of experience in the logistics industry. He began his career as a driver and has since held various positions, including Transport & Compliance Manager at Transam Trucking Ltd.
Throughout his extensive career, he has developed a deep passion for the logistics sector, which remains as strong today as it was on his first day. His commitment to the industry is further exemplified by his status as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT) and a Technical Member of IOSH, reflecting his dedication to professional excellence and continuous development.
In addition to his managerial roles, he has contributed to industry knowledge as the editor of Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2025, a comprehensive guide offering crucial insights into the transport and haulage industry.
He is also a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Carmen, an ancient livery company dedicated to the transport and logistics profession, further cementing his standing in the industry. He is based in Norwich, UK.
