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HGV

British

abbreviation

heavy goods vehicle

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Nerys, who was a bricklayer and groundworker before she got her HGV licence, delivers building materials to construction sites and homes around the country.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Brett Baines has been driving a HGV for close to 30 years and says that he has noticed more road works.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Connor had recently qualified as an HGV driver and was on a visit to Scotland with his friend Lewis to visit fellow online gamer Reece Williams, whose girlfriend was Colville.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

Staffordshire Police said the HGV hit nearside and central barriers before turning over and spilling the fuel.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025

Motorists are also being warned to follow the official diversions put in place, after a HGV driver had to be rescued by Surrey Police from Pyrford Lock after following Google Maps instead.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2025

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