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Calls for accident investigation branch after road deaths reach four-year high

Figures from the DfT show that 1,792 people were killed in collisions last year; up 4% since 2015 and the highest annual total since 2011.

29 Sep

Vehicle thefts increase by a third in three years

The number of vehicles stolen in England and Wales has increased by 30% in just three years, according to data seen by RAC Insurance.

29 Sep

Insist on Autonomous Emergency Braking for safety’s sake, says industry coalition

A coalition of road safety and motor industry bodies is encouraging fleet car buyers to insist on Autonomous Emergency Braking when buying their next new car.

28 Sep

Fleets need to ensure drivers are carrying out walkaround checks, says FleetCheck

Fleets need to ensure that drivers are carrying out walkaround checks on their company vehicles, warns FleetCheck.

28 Sep

One-way systems are the ‘biggest worry’ for drivers

New research has analysed the UK’s most feared routes across the country to determine where the biggest worries lie.

26 Sep

Fleet200 roundtable debate: Automatic transmission boosts delivery fleet's performance and driver well-being

The impact of automatic transmission, Euro 6 emission compliance and alternatively fuelled vehicles were all topics challenging fleet decision-makers discussed during the September Fleet200 roundtable debate.

25 Sep

Fleet200 industry speaker: Fleet managers urged to help shape driver management services by DVLA

Fleets managers have been encouraged to support the Driver Vehicle Licensing Agency in its development of services to ensure it achieves its goals of being ‘best in class’ for customer service - and helps improve vehicle and driver management efficiency.

25 Sep

Practical Car and Van Rental upgrade their vehicle tracking system with Simplytrak

Practical Car and Van Rental in New Milton has upgraded its vehicle tracking system with Simplytrak, due to its immobilisation capabilities.

25 Sep

Ben launches Ben4Business to ‘drive value to industry companies’

The not-for-profit organisation launched a new package Ben4Business in hopes to “drive value to industry companies”.

22 Sep

Welsh police rolls out dashcam pilot to catch dangerous drivers

No current plans to extend to rest of UK but NPCC keeps eye on developments.

21 Sep

Fleet experts pool 76 years of knowledge at FML advice zone

Event attendees can book a free half-hour session with one of their peers.

21 Sep

Tougher penalties fail to stop illegal use of mobile phones while driving

New RAC research has found a hard-core of motorists still admit to flouting the law by habitually using their handheld phones while driving.

21 Sep

Alphabet's drivers guide to smart motorways

Alphabet has released a drivers guide to smart motorways, highlighting signage and speed limits for unsure drivers.

Legislation 20 Sep

Leasing Options creates anti-road rage air fresheners

Leasing Options and an expert at the University of Oxford have partnered to create air fresheners that could help with negative emotions on the roads.

20 Sep

Calls for ‘dangerous cycling’ laws after pedestrian death

A cyclist has been found guilty of bodily harm by ‘wanton and furious driving’ and sentenced to 18 months in a young offender’s institution.

19 Sep

Seven-fold rise in drug-driving poses increased threat to firms

Research suggests health and safety practices may need to be revisited.

19 Sep

Road safety: Fast-track OSA treatment for drivers

By Roger Williams, RAC business director of sales

18 Sep

Grey fleet drivers ‘do not always carry out basic safety checks’

Research released by Enterprise Rent-A-Car has found that grey fleet drivers do not always carry out basic safety checks on their vehicles.

13 Sep

Logistics firm installs ‘cyclist CCTV’ across fleet

Logistics firm and member of the Pall-Ex network, Premier Palletised (PPL), is investing in new safety measures across its fleet including cyclist CCTV.

13 Sep

Euro NCAP to hold manufacturers accountable for autonomous car safety

Euro NCAP aims to hold manufacturers accountable for autonomous car safety with the launch of its Road Map 2025.

12 Sep

safety and risk management - Page 78

Calls for accident investigation branch after road deaths reach four-year high

Vehicle thefts increase by a third in three years

Insist on Autonomous Emergency Braking for safety’s sake, says industry coalition

Fleets need to ensure drivers are carrying out walkaround checks, says FleetCheck

One-way systems are the ‘biggest worry’ for drivers

Fleet200 roundtable debate: Automatic transmission boosts delivery fleet's performance and driver well-being

Fleet200 industry speaker: Fleet managers urged to help shape driver management services by DVLA

Practical Car and Van Rental upgrade their vehicle tracking system with Simplytrak

Ben launches Ben4Business to ‘drive value to industry companies’

Welsh police rolls out dashcam pilot to catch dangerous drivers

Fleet experts pool 76 years of knowledge at FML advice zone

Tougher penalties fail to stop illegal use of mobile phones while driving

Alphabet's drivers guide to smart motorways

Leasing Options creates anti-road rage air fresheners

Calls for ‘dangerous cycling’ laws after pedestrian death

Seven-fold rise in drug-driving poses increased threat to firms

Road safety: Fast-track OSA treatment for drivers

Grey fleet drivers ‘do not always carry out basic safety checks’

Logistics firm installs ‘cyclist CCTV’ across fleet

Euro NCAP to hold manufacturers accountable for autonomous car safety

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GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Fleets warned not to ‘hold their breath’ for a calmer 2025

Consultation launched to restore 2030 ICE ban

safety and risk management - Page 78

Calls for accident investigation branch after road deaths reach four-year high

Vehicle thefts increase by a third in three years

Insist on Autonomous Emergency Braking for safety’s sake, says industry coalition

Fleets need to ensure drivers are carrying out walkaround checks, says FleetCheck

One-way systems are the ‘biggest worry’ for drivers

Fleet200 roundtable debate: Automatic transmission boosts delivery fleet's performance and driver well-being

Fleet200 industry speaker: Fleet managers urged to help shape driver management services by DVLA

Practical Car and Van Rental upgrade their vehicle tracking system with Simplytrak

Ben launches Ben4Business to ‘drive value to industry companies’

Welsh police rolls out dashcam pilot to catch dangerous drivers

Fleet experts pool 76 years of knowledge at FML advice zone

Tougher penalties fail to stop illegal use of mobile phones while driving

Alphabet's drivers guide to smart motorways

Leasing Options creates anti-road rage air fresheners

Calls for ‘dangerous cycling’ laws after pedestrian death

Seven-fold rise in drug-driving poses increased threat to firms

Road safety: Fast-track OSA treatment for drivers

Grey fleet drivers ‘do not always carry out basic safety checks’

Logistics firm installs ‘cyclist CCTV’ across fleet

Euro NCAP to hold manufacturers accountable for autonomous car safety

Most read

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Fleets warned not to ‘hold their breath’ for a calmer 2025

Consultation launched to restore 2030 ICE ban

Dacia Sandero maintains top spot ahead of Tesla Model Y and VW Golf

Government seeks views on 4.25-tonne electric van regulations

Fleet management software firm focusing on long-term future

Nissan and Honda merger possible by 2026

‘No grey area’ on private use for double cab pick-ups (video)

M20 motorway closure to remove contraflow in time for Christmas