Speeding most common offence for LGV drivers but over 99% are penalty-free
Recently released DVLA figures reveal that of 1,231,000 LGV drivers licenced since 2016, 99.4% of them remain penalty-free.
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Festive cheer – and Christmas profits – under threat as Brexit disruption looms
UK businesses fear for Christmas supplies because of Brexit according to latest Charted Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) survey.
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Cautious Industry Welcome as Government Recommits to Planned Investment in Road Infrastructure
UK freight and logistics business organisations have reacted positively to the news that the UK Government has confirmed a commitment by the previous administration to invest some £25 billion in England’s road transport infrastructure, while cautioning that a no-deal Brexit would undermine positive plans.
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Arming HGV Drivers With Smarter Tools
The transport and logistics sector is keenly aware of its impact on other road users and the general community and uses a wide range of technology solutions to ensure that optimum routes are planned, to prevent the type of road traffic incidents The Local Government Association (LGA) recently highlighted in its call for new powers to be granted to tackle drivers who flout weight and height restriction limits.
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Brexit Public Information Campaign Launched
A £100m public information campaign urging businesses and individuals to make sure they are prepared for Britain’s departure from the EU, has been launched by the government this week.
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Driver Hazard Warning App is Shortlisted for Innovation at the 2019 Commercial Fleet Awards
We are delighted that our Driver Hazard warning application has been shortlisted as ‘Innovative New Product of the Year,’ at the 2019 Commercial Fleet Awards, which will take place on October 8 at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham.
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National Lorry Week 2019
The RHA’s fifth annual National Lorry Week is next week and we are all being urged to show our support for the HGV drivers who keep the wheels of commerce moving.
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Remote Digital Tachograph Download – Retrieve Tacho Data More Efficiently
The Microlise Remote Digital Tachograph Download product removes the administrative burden of tachograph compliance, by utilising telematics hardware to remotely download tachograph data and seamlessly transmitting it to a preferred analysis provider.
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Showcasing HUMS at DSEI 2019
Today more than ever, Defence budgets are being squeezed and there is an ever increasing focus on value. Vehicle fleets are expensive beasts and costs can soar if they are not managed, utilised and maintained efficiently. A Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS), when used correctly and as part of a wider equipment strategy, can…
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4 Reasons to Combine a Fleet Telematics and Camera Solution
While fleet telematics data is invaluable, combining it with camera technology provides you with a complete picture for increased protection, driver peace of mind and reduced insurance premiums.
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Telematics Plays Key Role in Protecting Major Retailer from ‘Crash for Cash’ Claim
How Microlise Telematics are supporting our customers and defending them against ‘crash for cash’ scams
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