2014

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    Free forum to cover telematics’ role in fleet safety

    Taking place on Thursday 26th June from 9.30am to 1pm, the event is being organised by Cardinus Risk Management to provide valuable advice and information for anybody with responsibility for at-work drivers and managing vehicle fleet risk.  In particular the forum will discuss telematics and the way new technological developments have addressed the earlier challenges […]

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    Martin Keighley becomes MD at DrivenData

    Keighley brings 35 years’ automotive industry experience, including his former roles at CAP and VIPDATA. DrivenData provides Fleetnet coded used values, alongside new vehicle data, including prices, specifications, options, forecast values and total cost of ownership data for cars and light commercial vehicles. The firm offers a “money back” guarantee alongside a three-month “start-up” deal […]

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    Fleets throw weight behind tougher sentences for banned drivers

    Announced earlier this month, the change means that disqualified drivers will now face up to 10 years in prison – five times the current maximum sentence – if they cause death, and up to four years’ imprisonment if they cause serious injuries.  Justice Secretary Chris Grayling also announced his intention to launch a full review of […]

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    Blu-3 to use WEBFLEET to cut fuel costs and carbon emissions

    The firm is using the technology on vehicles from cars to 32-tonne rigid trucks to monitor fleet location, activity and efficiency. The technology will play an important role in London-based Blu-3’s plans to demonstrate a commitment to greener, safer and more efficient performance as it bids for silver status under the Freight Operator Recognition Scheme […]

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    Motability conversion specialist announces key management changes

    Russell Boulton has been appointed as the dedicated welfare vehicle sales manager, and John Pay, formerly northern sales manager, has been promoted to the role of UK wheelchair access vehicle sales manager. Commenting on the management changes, Steve Shaw, O&H Vehicle Conversions commercial director, said: 'We feel that this investment and re-structure indicates how committed […]

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    Brake puts spotlight on fleet vehicle maintenance & employer responsibilities

    Taking place this summer, the seminar will cover “Maintenance and mechanics: how safe are your vehicles and who's checking them?” The event will see experienced fleet and road safety practitioners look at legal requirements for maintenance and mechanics and employer responsibilities, including monitoring driver vehicle checks and reporting defects. Brake’s seminar, sponsored by IRTE (Institute of […]

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    BVRLA announces headline sponsors for Fleet Technology Congress

    Taking place at the Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon on 1st July, the inaugural event will explore the latest trends in connected vehicles, telematics, “Big Data” and intelligent mobility services. The agenda will feature expert speakers from the Automotive Council, Department for Transport, Frost & Sullivan, KPMG and Thatcham. ‘We are really pleased to have BMW and […]

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