Cleanforce implemented the ForeTrack live GPS tracking system to its five-vehicle fleet in order to benefit from the fuel cost savings it offers. The ForeTrack system has many tools and features specifically aimed to help firms reduce their fuel bill while at the same time increase productivity. The vehicle tracking system enables Cleanforce to monitor […]
Earlier versions of Microlise’s Driver ID system provided information of who was driving each vehicle and when by connecting telematics software to the tachograph monitoring unit in the cab. This information could then be downloaded manually for remote analysis. Now, the telematics unit, which is designed and manufactured by Microlise, reports the current mode switch […]
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John succeeds David Grant, previously the managing director of Orwell Truck and Van, who is stepping down to retire after many years in the role. Commenting on his new position, Biggin said: ‘I am delighted to take on the role of NFDA Truck Council Chairman and look forward to once again supporting the industry through the […]
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Values in the fleet & lease LCV sector improved by £302 (4.6%) in November to £6,820 – the fourth consecutive month a record value has been achieved. Performance against CAP improved slightly to 103.23%, while retained value against Manufacturer Recommended Price (MRP) rose by a point to 38.40%. November recorded a year-on-year value differential of […]
Titled DriveGuard, the new system offers an eFNOL and claims assessment solution to help fleets reduce their claims costs. DriveGuard uses utilises next-generation telematics technology combined with the latest Internet of Things platform, both from Concirrus, to provide technical flexibility and real-time intelligence. Charles Smith, CEO of Collision Management Solutions, explained: ‘We chose Concirrus as […]
Working directly under the leadership of contract hire director Mark Howell, Murphy will predominantly cover the North West, Cumbria, North East, Yorkshire and North Wales geographic areas. Glenn Murphy has a proven long-standing pedigree within the commercial vehicle and trailer industry having joined Burnt Tree following a 16 year spell at Ryder/HillHire, where latterly he […]
‘Navigating Britain’s roads continues to get tougher for freight operators, with lots of restrictions governing vehicle movements,’ said Freddie Talberg, CEO of PIE Mapping. ‘We’ve been developing the Freight Journey Planner to directly address this issue and are delighted to launch this free service using high-quality freight specific data from an array of sources, including […]
The first trucks to wear the company’s recently updated livery are being assigned to its rental fleet of around 1,000 vehicles. This comprises everything from vans through to 44-tonne tractor units, and includes specialist equipment such as dropsiders with cranes, and refrigerated trucks and vans. Business users can hire these vehicles by the day. There's […]
The average selling price of a van at auction has risen to £4,424 (a year-on-year increase of £33) – the highest recorded figure since Manheim began tracking values in 2007. The previous record was in April 2010, when values peaked at £4,317. Such strong values continue to be seen at auction, despite a rise in […]
Ford’s 100bhp turbo diesel engine combines the latest technology to offer a claimed 10% reduction in fuel consumption. Features include acceleration control to limit harsh acceleration, stop-start technology to reduce idle fuel consumption and speed limiters for motorway driving. Other fleet innovations include a high powered jet wash van for cleaning blocked drains, scooters for […]
