The Routed Blog

Tips, insights, and stories from the delivery industry's smartest drivers.

Authority to Leave — When to ATL
Driver Tips

Authority to Leave — When to ATL

Leave it or card it? The decision framework for every doorstep delivery.

Routed TeamOct 21, 2025
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Should You Join a Transport Union?
Industry Insights

Should You Join a Transport Union?

Pros, cons, costs, and what a union actually does for delivery drivers.

Routed TeamOct 19, 2025
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Tyre Safety Check in 60 Seconds
Vehicle Care

Tyre Safety Check in 60 Seconds

A quick walk-around catches problems before they strand you on the road.

Routed TeamOct 17, 2025
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Oil and Fluids Check for Your Van
Vehicle Care

Oil and Fluids Check for Your Van

Five minutes under the bonnet prevents breakdowns that cost hours.

Routed TeamOct 15, 2025
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Working with a Minor Injury
Safety Guide

Working with a Minor Injury

Sore back, tweaked knee — when to push through and when to stop and recover.

Routed TeamOct 13, 2025
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Keeping Healthy as a Courier Driver
Driver Tips

Keeping Healthy as a Courier Driver

Long hours, fast food, no gym — practical health tips for life on the road.

Routed TeamOct 11, 2025
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Dealing with Road Rage as a Driver
Safety Guide

Dealing with Road Rage as a Driver

Someone cuts you off, honks, or follows you. How to de-escalate without incident.

Routed TeamOct 9, 2025
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Courier Insurance Guide for 2026
Industry Insights

Courier Insurance Guide for 2026

CTP, comprehensive, goods-in-transit, public liability — the complete coverage breakdown.

Routed TeamOct 7, 2025
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A Day in the Life of a Courier Driver
Driver Stories

A Day in the Life of a Courier Driver

Real stories from Australian delivery drivers — the good, the bad, and the exhausting.

Routed TeamOct 5, 2025
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Common Mistakes New Delivery Drivers Make
Driver Tips

Common Mistakes New Delivery Drivers Make

Every new driver makes these errors. Learn from others so you don't repeat them.

Routed TeamOct 3, 2025
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