safety and risk management
Truck News25 Sep 2020Whistl prepares for London’s Direct Vision Standard
Whistl has placed an order with Connexas to ensure that its fleet of 30 Bedford-based vehicles are compliant with the Direct Vision Standard.
Latest News23 Sep 2020Fleet help needed to identify defective brake drum
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is warning fleet operators about seriously defective aftermarket truck brake drums.
Latest News22 Sep 2020Logistics UK publishes ADAS guidance for commercial vehicles
Logistics UK has launched the industry’s first generic ADAS guidance document for commercial vehicles.
Latest News17 Sep 2020Genus ‘improves fuel economy’ with Lightfoot
Genus is reporting double-digit improvements in fuel efficiency following the roll-out of Lightfoot and its rewards platform across its fleet of 580 vehicles.
- Latest News10 Sep 2020
TfL criticised for ignoring reversing alarms in DVS rules
Transport for London’s (TfL) Direct Vision Standard (DVS) scheme has been criticised for ignoring ‘indirect vision’ elements such as the blind spots behind a truck.
Latest News8 Sep 2020IAM RoadSmart urges businesses to fund driver training via Apprenticeship Levy
IAM RoadSmart is encouraging businesses to make sure driver training is a part of apprenticeship development.
Truck News19 Aug 2020Mobile Mini invests £2.5m to increase operational efficiency
Mobile Mini has taken delivery of five new delivery vehicles after investing over £2.5 million in its fleet to increase operational efficiency and customer service.
People News12 Aug 2020Microlise Driver of the Year Awards 2020 announced
John Bushby, a driver from Gist has been hailed as a HGV Hero in the Microlise Driver of The Year Awards 2020.
Latest News12 Aug 2020Fleet briefs: Latest from FORS, Trakm8, Selco and Hardstaff Barriers
The latest from the commercial fleet industry, including FORS launching a new tacho service and Airmec Essential Services adopting Trakm8 telematics software.
Latest News10 Aug 2020HGV driver jailed after using Facebook before fatal crash
A truck driver, who ploughed into a school minibus killing a teenage boy and teaching assistant after using his mobile phone, has been jailed.
Latest News6 Aug 2020FORS launches new training package to help manage fatigue
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has unveiled a new training package designed to help fleet operators better manage driver fatigue.
Truck News3 Aug 2020HGV drivers failing to carry out walkaround checks, says survey
The majority of HGV drivers do not consistently carry out checks, according to a new survey by CameraMatics.
People News29 Jul 2020Celebrating a hero in the Microlise Driver of The Year Awards 2020
Phil Hoskins from City Plumbing Supplies has been recognised as a driving hero in the Microlise Driver of The Year Awards 2020.
Latest News23 Jul 2020Council makes fleet anti-theft and terrorist-proof
Kirklees Council’s new waste and recycling fleet will be equipped with a device to prevent vehicles from rolling away, being stolen or used as a weapon of terror.
Latest News14 Jul 2020Hovis wins Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020
Hovis has won the Microlise Driver Excellence Award for 2020 after telematics data showed it had the best performing drivers.
Truck News14 Jul 2020Highways England safety call backed after runaway tyre smashes into HGV
Barry Proctor Services is backing the Highways England call for road users to ensure they carry out simple safety checks on their vehicles and loads before any journey.
Latest News7 Jul 2020Prioritise mental well-being for drivers, says Venson
Venson Automotive Solutions is urging businesses to prioritise mental well-being for drivers, as reports claim van drivers worked longer hours during lockdown.
Latest News3 Jul 2020Driving Monitor helps E.On improve driver compliance
E.On has reached the highest levels of driver compliance, thanks to its use of the Driving Monitor platform.
Van News2 Jul 2020One in four vans exceed weight limit
One in every four vans, examined in roadside tests by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), exceeded their maximum payload capacity.
Latest News29 Jun 2020Inspace Media strikes signage deal with Avian Fleet
Illuminated chevron and safety signage company, Inspace Media, has entered into a strategic partnership, with vehicle installation firm, Avian Fleet.
