Summer brings sunshine, school breaks, and for many operators, a scramble to find cover while full-time drivers take their well-earned holidays.

If you’re running HGV, courier, or bus operations, the summer months can be a tricky balancing act. Demand often remains high, but staff availability drops. That’s where DrivenPeople can help.

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Why Summer Is a Pressure Point for Operators

Unlike school transport providers, logistics and commercial passenger services don’t stop for summer. In fact, many experience increased demand, especially in sectors like:

Retail and food logistics, where seasonal volume spikes
Tourism and leisure, with more coaches and shuttle buses on the road
Courier and multi-drop services, fulfilling a steady stream of online orders

But with many drivers taking annual leave between July and September, it can quickly lead to shortfalls, shift gaps, or service disruptions.

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The DrivenPeople Solution

At DrivenPeople, we provide vetted, experienced HGV, PCV, and van drivers who are ready to step in — whether it’s for a few days or several weeks.

Our platform gives you access to a pool of professional drivers with:

Verified licences and experience
Live profiles, including compliance documents and operator reviews
Availability filters, so you can find cover when you need it most
Fixed, transparent pricing — just a flat hourly margin

Whether you need to plug a last-minute holiday gap or build a summer relief rota, we make it fast and simple to stay fully staffed.

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Why Operators Choose Driven People

We currently support leading operators across the UK — including logistics firms, courier networks, and scheduled bus services. They rely on us because we: