Driver Hire Joins Forces with RHA to Celebrate National Lorry Week – October 2025

Leading franchisor, Driver Hire, is a long-time supporter and corporate member of the Road Haulage Association (RHA), organisor of National Lorry Week (3rd – 9th November 2025). Now into its eleventh year, this annual event celebrates the importance of the road transport industry.

Driver Hire is a key sponsor of the week-long celebration, which has a powerful message: road haulage is the lifeblood of everyday life. It shines a spotlight on the vital role the logistics industry plays in keeping the UK moving, from delivering food and medicine to powering businesses and communities. Focusing on skills and careers, National Lorry Week 2025 aims to inspire the next generation of drivers and logistics professionals.

As part of the celebrations, the RHA is touring the UK with its branded National Lorry Week truck, a state-of-the-art truck driving simulator and an experienced instructor, Paul Allera (RHA Technical Director). It’s Paul’s job to help drivers navigate a virtual 44-tonne artic around a series of urban streets with a variety of tests.

As a key National Lorry Week sponsor, Driver Hire was thrilled to be one of the venues on the simulator’s nationwide tour. “We’re delighted to bring this immersive experience to our Bradford head office” says Richard Owen-Hughes, Driver Hire’s Group Marketing Director. “The simulator gives a first-hand insight into the skill, responsibility, and professionalism required to be a truck driver.”

To add some additional fun to the day, there was a friendly competition to see who was Driver Hire’s best virtual truck driver. The champion was National Sales Executive, Jordan Lenga with a 100% safety record and just one fault. “It showed me just how hard it is to drive an articulated lorry” says Jordan. “There are so many things to look out for and all adds up to lots of mental pressure. It certainly changed my perspective and respect for truck drivers who are doing this for real every day of the week.”

Driver Hire has been a core sponsor of National Lorry Week for several years and continues to champion the industry’s contribution to society. From matching skilled drivers to essential roles, to advocating for better working conditions and career development, Driver Hire remains committed to supporting the people who keep Britain moving.

Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist supplier with a nationwide network of franchised offices, Driver Hire provides temporary and permanent drivers and other logistics staff to local and national organisations in both the public and private sector. If they’re short of staff – perhaps because of illness, holidays, or seasonal demand – Driver Hire will supply them with a suitable replacement.

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