Drivers approaching fast pace in less time due to technical improvements, minor road bumps and accidents are all consequences of the human race. Vehicle manufacturers are concerned about increasing vehicle safety and reducing unwanted road-related hazards and fatalities. We cannot overestimate how far we’ve come regarding road safety. But road accidents can & still occur due to human err...
Drivers consider many things when it comes to learning how to drive & when is the right time to learn. But firstly, drivers have to ensure they know enough about L Plates on their vehicles before setting off for the roads. These road safety plates are a must to display by UK drivers to alert nearby road users that you’re a learner driver. While we know you’re excited to hop on your...
If you’re an aspiring driver studying for the theory test and preparing for your driving lessons, you’ll learn many things in these exciting times! Important among them is how to understand various motorway signs you’ll encounter during your journey. There are many road types & assigned road signs to those particular roads, but the most popular among them are motorway signs. ...
Congratulations on passing your practice test! But there is much more to learn as a new learner driver in these exciting times. While learning to drive, part of the essential requirement of the P plate to ensure other drivers that you’ve just passed your learning phase. Using the P plate on your vehicle will make other drivers sympathize with you by giving you more time to think while decidi...
The UK government has introduced the DVLA fleet scheme to help logistic businesses with the managerial burden of maintaining a network of fleets. The DVLA fleet scheme is free for companies with more than 50 active and running fleets. Benefits include a dedicated help desk to stay connected via telephone and email, the bulk despatch of any single-day tax reminders of all registered certificates (V...
Whether in a logistics sector or a fleet-dependent transportation business, fleet management systems are a prerequisite as they’ve become the IoT for transportation. Helping with many parameters, such as tracking the fleet’s location, conveying the deliverables, and reducing fuel consumption, fleet management systems help optimise the overall driving experience. But why does fleet mana...
It’s essential to consider a few things, such as time effectiveness, cost reduction and functionality, when looking for helpful driving apps. We’ve curated the top 5 accessible route planner apps for 2023 that will satisfy your driving needs to plan the ideal route and the proper way towards your destination. These apps will offer the estimated travel distance, time and ETA. Available ...
Vehicles are best known as valuable personal possessions for individuals. Therefore, everyone is responsible for keeping their vehicles safe from theft or damage. From dash cams to accessories, ensuring your precious vehicle’s safety is something you should never ignore. Along with other elements, the engine immobiliser is one of the most essential parts of the safety and security of your fl...
The future of Transportation is already at its peak since car ownership has started shrinking. The ramifications of Transportation as a service (TaaS) can become endless for industries. We are here to help fleet drivers and our fellow readers to shed light on the business opportunities created by TaaS and allow a massive spike in the transportation market. Owning a vehicle has been a status symbol...
In the previous article, we’ve already explored the most common dashboard warning lights. But as fleets contain many dashboard warning lights with respect to their successor, here’s another article to explain the rest of the most common yet necessary warning lights. Regardless of your commercial or private vehicle, it’s a law of nature that any machine can stop after operating fo...
A dashcam is a small in-vehicle camera system mounted on your fleet windscreen to record everything in front and rear of the driver. Choosing the right dashcam is essential, but it’s equally necessary to ensure it’s fitted properly. The insurance company can disregard your footage, and you cannot make claims if your fleet dashcam is ill-fitted, and you may also be breaking the law. The...
Vehicles are machines, regardless of which commercial or private vehicle you have. It’s natural to see it eventually break or stop operating. Thanks to the equipped sensors and dashboard warning lights, your vehicle will determine the impending cause and alert you. Most drivers are honest about not knowing all the dashboard warning lights and symbols. Instead, the blinking lights led to incr...