Did you know only 2% of HGV drivers in the UK are female? In a male-dominated industry, Mitchells want to shine a spotlight on our female truck drivers and how they’re breaking barriers in the industry. Only 5.7% of LGV vehicle tests passed from April 2021 to March 2022 were female, compared to 58.3% vehicle tests […]
On the 27th and 28th of April, Mitchells HQ was delighted to welcome members of the Driving Research Unit from Nottingham Trent University, who had joined us for what became a very exciting but valuable two days of VR testing. Bit of Background The Driving Research Unit of the Psychology Department at NTU, is currently […]
As some of you may be aware Mitchells are proud supporters of Nottingham Hospitals Charity, This year they have asked us to help support the work they are doing at Hayward House to raise 1.5 million pounds for enhancements to benefit patients and families being treated at Hayward House, which is located at the City Hospital […]
In August 2021 Mitchells were approached by the Traffic & Transport Safety Research Unit of Nottingham Trent University to assist them with a road safety project. As the project was something that we hold closely within our company mission and values, how could we refuse? The Project The unit is currently building several Virtual Reality […]
Mitchells are supporting the APN (Association of Pallet Networks) appeal in relation to the tragedy that is unfolding in Ukraine, which is leading to the largest refugee crisis Europe has seen in modern times. As a network industry, we are looking at ways we can help. In light of the current situation, we are asking […]
With the many challenges facing the UK in 2020, with COVID restrictions & lockdowns it was important for Mitchells to support the Santa’s Big Drop appeal.