Since the UK Government brought forward its plans to end the sale of new petrol and diesel-powered vehicles to 2030, and hybrids to 2035, the demand for electric vehicle fleets has grown even stronger. […]
Are you thinking about implementing a fleet tracking system or fleet telematics into your operations? […]
An engine that is left running while a vehicle is stationary (known as engine idling) impacts both the vehicle owner’s finances and the environment. […]
In this article, we look at what ePOD is, how it is being used, and the wide-ranging benefits organisations can expect when implementing it. […]
Even the most efficient petrol and diesel engines emit high levels of harmful emissions. These are of great concern not only due to their impact on the environment but also on public health. Enter electric vehicles (EVs)—the saviours of the modern automotive industry. […]
Monitor and analyse driver behaviour: The driver has the single biggest impact on fuel economy – research has found up to a 30% difference in MPG between a good and bad driver. A good telematics system should include driver behaviour analytics – look for KPIs including instances of speeding, hard braking, harsh acceleration, sharp cornering, and engine idling. Some also offer in-cab hardware that alerts the driver if they are slipping back into bad habits. Make good use of the reporting function to download reports that identify any fleet-wide issues, as well as highlighting any individuals that have particularly bad habits…. […]
Set realistic objectives: Telematics can provide millions of data points. Prioritise your objectives and select a few key performance indicators (KPIs), before gradually expanding. For example, these could be cutting total fleet mileage, improving average fleet MPG, or reducing instances of speeding by your drivers. Find a good listener: When contacting telematics suppliers, seek one who asks you what you want and genuinely listens to your needs, rather than a supplier who thinks they know what is best for your business. Keep your focus: Focus solely on one or two KPIs at any given time, and start with the highest priorities… […]
The Chiron is not just a masterpiece of mechanical engineering; it is also has a telemetry system that, according to CNET Magazine, ‘takes things to another level’. Providing it is travelling within an area of mobile network coverage, the Chiron transmits real-time data directly to Bugatti’s headquarters and is able to inform engineers of any potential problems with the car’s performance. This allows the company to then advise its affluent customers on how the problem can be resolved, or to determine whether an engineer needs to jet out to complete maintenance work. Sounds clever, right? You may be surprised to learn… […]
The most advanced 4G integrated telematics camera The RH600 is what we believe to be the most advanced 4G telematics camera on the UK market. Launched last year to selected fleets including Iceland Foods and Calor Gas, it is now in full production at Trakm8’s UK manufacturing facility in the West Midlands. Integrating telematics with live-streaming dash cam technology in one compact device, the RH600 provides fleet managers with the insights they need to improve safety and reduce costs. The combination of a camera and a telematics unit minimises the cost and down time of buying and fitting separate devices. It… […]
The Department for Transport (DfT) wants to shift last-mile deliveries from diesel vans to all-electric light commercial vehicles – and even to cargo bikes. Its Road to Zero strategy, launched in June 2018, states that this transition away from diesel could reduce urban congestion and improve air quality where it is most needed. The DfT is calling on commercial fleet operators to outline any challenges or barriers to delivering goods via more sustainable vehicles – and what incentives fleets would require to help them replace diesel delivery vans. Transport minister Jesse Norman said: “Last-mile deliveries have been transformed in recent years… […]