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Many companies view road risk as managing compliance and not managing the risk itself
Many companies are compliant with work-related road safety legislation, but those same employers fail to effectively manage vehicles, drivers and journeys on a day-to-day basis…
First rapid electric vehicle charging point installed in the City of London
The City of London Corporation has today announced that the Square Mile’s first rapid electric charging point has been installed at Noble Street. The Noble…
Bend (the rules) like Beckham
Texting in traffic like David Beckham isn’t the only offence that could see British motorists have their license taken away, drivers have been reminded. Driving…
Ctrack and Eworks manager partner to develop telematics-enabled workforce management solution
Ctrack and Eworks Manager have teamed up to provide telematics-enabled workforce management solutions to the field service industry. The companies will integrate industry-leading vehicle tracking…
BP offers flexibility with fuel & charge offer
BP is launching a new Fuel & Charge offer providing one simple solution to keep all vehicle fleets on the move no matter what their…
Electric and hybrid knowledge more important than traditional mechanical know-how
Nearly half of workshop technicians believe that they will need electric and hybrid technology know-how more than traditional mechanical knowledge in as little as five…
Excitement for autonomous vehicles soars but barriers remain
A new study from the Capgemini Research Institute has found that consumer preference for riding in self-driving cars is set to double within the next…
AI could save automotive manufacturers up to £200m annually in warranty claims
Greater use of advanced analytics, and AI in particular, could produce a saving of between £150m and £200m in reduced warranty claims for car manufacturers,…
Manufacturers of not so “Smart” vehicles struggle to master technology
The race by manufacturers to cram new vehicles with the latest technologies is turning into a headache for owners, with audio/communication/entertainment/navigation (ACEN) systems comprising half…
Brexit preparations completed
Brexit preparations have been completed by cap hpi to ensure its data and systems will be ready for the impact of the UK leaving the…
The changing face of UK van drivers
From professional knitters to vicars, the UK’s van drivers are fast becoming an eclectic mix of people, as new research released by MoneySuperMarket reveals who are the most accident-prone drivers. While the…
Having nine points on licence cheaper than zero no-claims discount study
Being one step away from a driving ban can mean cheaper car insurance costs than having zero no-claims discount according to new research by Vantage…
Plug-in hybrid owners really do plug in
A recent survey of drivers of the UK’s most popular Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, reveals that around two thirds (68%) plug their…
Demand for EU action on safe and comfortable truck parking areas
Transport by road is vital for Europe, carrying around three quarters of inland freight in the EU. However, the truck parking areas where drivers rest…
81% of consumers call for licence ban for reckless drivers
As the fifth UN Road Safety Week (6-12 May) calls for people to #SpeakUp and save lives, a survey from Venson, an independent UK wide…
New car demand falls in April as plug-in hybrids take a hit
The UK new car market declined by -4.1% in April, according to figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The month…