Wholesalers and catering companies which operate from London’s wholesale markets are being encouraged to take advantage of an opportunity to receive free Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving (SAFED) training for vans.
The training is part of the Market Transport Efficiency Programme, funded by the London Development Agency and managed by technical support service Aecom.
SAFED is a full day's training course in both practical and theoretical elements under instruction from the Institute of Advanced Motorists. It teaches driving techniques such as better use of gears, keeping correct distances to avoid hard braking, and improves awareness of fuel economy and safety improvements.
A van dedicated to training these drivers has been provided by Rygor Commercials Ltd, a Mercedes Benz dealership in West London.
