The fleet dangers of going it alone

The term alone has many connotations for a mid-COVID world – we should shop alone, many people feel alone and, of course, an increasing number of drivers work alone. Lone working has always been a cause for concern in the logistics industry and service van fleets but now it’s exacerbated by the need for social […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On May 4, 2021

The SmartDrive Guide to Next Level Fleet Safety Part 2

When it comes to fleet safety, technology alone isn’t enough. You need the intelligence behind it. The fleet industry has plenty of increasingly sophisticated technology to capture data about on-road incidents – including converged solutions, such as cameras and telematics combined in a single platform. Yet the truth remains that the best fleets are only […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On March 22, 2021

Is display technology driving your fleet to distraction?

Driver displays, aids and infotainment systems are becoming ever more sophisticated – but can they present a serious safety risk in themselves? The automotive industry is focusing its technology efforts on developing driver displays and ‘intelligent cockpits’ which will draw together many sources of information and offer almost endless connectivity, all of which the driver […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On March 4, 2021

Make 2021 the year of #ultimatefleetsafety

2020 has shown fleet safety is more important – and challenging – than ever. It has never been more important to ensure first-rate driver performance. COVID and lockdown subjected the parcels, distribution and haulage sectors to enormous pressures, including new ways of working, social distancing, contactless deliveries, and unpredictable but often surging volumes. These stresses […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On February 2, 2021

Defeat crash for cash AND improve fleet safety

Despite all the work done to counter vehicle insurance fraud, cash for crash is one of the fastest growing causes of false claims, according to insurance fraud prevention body Cifas – and fleets must protect themselves. Claims grew by 45% in 2019, costing the insurance industry £340m; and by a further 58,000 cases in 2020. […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On January 14, 2021

Get ahead of the game for 2021

2020 has been a gruelling year for logistics and delivery companies as they have struggled to deal with new, socially distanced ways of working, fluctuating B2B volumes, and a massive increase in home deliveries. It has never been harder to keep your fleet and your drivers safe. The HGV driver shortage and the traditionally high […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On December 21, 2020

Eight reasons why fleet safety is a top priority this Christmas peak

There are several reasons to be particularly vigilant about fleet safety in the run up to Christmas – and even more so during this Christmas period. Here are our top eight. 1. Peak volumes. Easter might still win for sheer freight volumes in some sectors, however, Christmas volumes presents substantial challenges. The peak is heavily […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On December 14, 2020

Distracted More than Usual?

Distracted driving is an issue for all commercial fleets and something everyone should be concerned about. One of the three types of distractions is cognitive distraction – when your mind wanders away from the task of driving. Unlike manual and visual distractions, where you are physically distracted from driving, you may not even realise you’re […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On May 6, 2020

Operating in the New Normal – Part 2

As asked in last week’s blog, what is normal? While dealing with schedule changes, load changes and route changes, drivers are continually asked to do more and remain vigilant in every detail of their complicated job. That’s why it’s more important than ever to ensure drivers stay focused and not distracted when on the road […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On May 20, 2020

Operating in the New Normal – Part 1

What is “normal?” Ideally, it’s the life we lived prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, with so much up in the air, what will normal look like after the pandemic for commercial fleets? Will it vary from county to county and city to city as our country slowly awakens from its current state? Most importantly, […]

Posted by Nicola Burgess
On May 14, 2020

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