Archive For: Driver Safety

London Named ‘Most Congested’ City In The World As Traffic Affects Fleets Across UK

London has been named the world’s most congested city for the second year in a row. The UK’s capital city has taken the unwanted crown over some of the world’s biggest and busiest cities, including New York, Chicago, and Paris. The figures looked at cities all over the world and measured the levels of traffic ... Read More

Winter safety tips on the road…

When it comes to driving safely in the winter, most of us know the basics. We all know we need to keep an ice scraper handy and we’re all well aware that icy, snowy, wet weather can create hazardous driving conditions. But when it comes to staying safe on the roads as the temperatures plummet, ... Read More

Seatbelts aren’t just for safety

When the three-point seatbelt was first invented by Volvo, it changed vehicle safety forever. In fact, back in 1959 Volvo and engineer Nils Bohlin realised that the design was so effective in improving safety that they made the new design patent open so that other manufacturers could use it for free. Fast forward to 2023 ... Read More

It’s Not A Race This Christmas…

The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s a time for celebration, joy, and spending time with loved ones. But it’s also a time when the roads are busy, and it can be especially dangerous. With the hustle and bustle of the festive season as we all rush around trying to get ready for ... Read More

I can’t go any faster… or slower

When you’re on a long, monotonous drive, there’s nothing better than sticking the vehicle into cruise control. I’ll be honest, I’m always a bit sceptical about it but it’s never steered me wrong (pardon the pun), so I remain a big fan. But this story of a Chinese driver might just make me think twice ... Read More

Fleet Sector Facing ‘Pressure’ As Christmas Demand Booms

You’ve probably heard about the various strikes, delays, and pressure on Christmas shopping as deadlines for delivery by the big day are set earlier than ever. Of course, part of that pressure is down to a backlog in deliveries with Royal Mail, but it’s added pressure to many fleets who might be waiting on key ... Read More

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a…

At this time of year, kids start looking up to the sky in the hope of spotting a red, magical vehicle flying over the chimneys in the distance. But it’s still a bit early for that, and I’m keeping my feet firmly on the ground for now. I’m not searching for reindeer, you see. But ... Read More

Smart Motorways: How Safe Are They?

A recent survey has asked drivers about their feelings on smart motorways, with half of those polled saying that they avoid using ‘lane one’ on all lane running (ALR) smart motorways.  All lane running smart motorways have been a hot topic amongst drivers, road safety experts, and fleet owners for some time – since they ... Read More

En route to a party… in a horsebox?

A black-tie event is a great excuse to get dressed up, have a few drinks, and celebrate. And at this time of year, there are plenty of award ceremonies, Christmas parties, and all sorts of events. But as the roads get busier in December, being safe on the roads should be more important than ever… ... Read More

Potholes Are Causing HUNDREDS Of Breakdowns A Day In The UK

New data has revealed that more than 200 breakdowns a day were caused by damage inflicted by potholes in November. If you’ve driven on any road in the UK, you’ve probably encountered a pothole. They’re caused by a multitude of factors, including water freezing and then expanding into small cracks, causing the road surface to ... Read More